K Birthday

 For: Dan
Occasion: his birthday

For Dan's birthday, I designed the most Celtic-y K I could. I have been thinking a lot about names and Irish heritage recently, and figured the patriarch of the Keanes might enjoy a dip into the heritage for his birthday. I was happy to hear that Dan had a wonderful day celebrating with family. 

Balloon Animal Birthday

 For: Uncle Bri
Occasion: his birthday

To celebrate Uncle Brian's birthday, I did an illustration of a dog balloon animal with a little party hat on! Uncle Brian is such a playful and fun person, the idea of him being able to make all kinds of balloon shapes really struck me, so I went for it in the card. I hope he has a wonderful birthday and that this year is all kinds of fun!

Fire Flame Birthday

 For: Jeremy
Occasion: his birthday

I got a lettering book, so for Jeremy's birthday card, I thought I'd try out some flames! I am tickled with the contrast of this sweet birthday cake illustration and the intensity of the fire letters. I had the very best time trying this out and hope to play with more wacky letters soon--here's hoping Jeremy had a wonderful birthday!

Cat Birthday

 For: Chas
Occasion: his birthday

For Chas's birthday card, I made the sweetest little impressionist kitty I've ever seen! I loved doing the fur strokes and playing with all the colors to make this card happen. Chas is such a dear friend and I cannot wait to go on a few runs with him this year!

Mountain Birthday

 For: Jen
Occasion: her birthday

For dear Jen's birthday, I created a beautiful, colorful mountain scene with a so many flowers and bright plants and a path all the way to the top. I love the colors of this card and the texture and really just everything about it. Jen is such a fantastic lady and I am so glad to be her friend!

Forever Birthday

 For: Maple
Occasion: her birthday

Maple had the most fun wedding-themed birthday party ever! To celebrate her nuptials with all of her friends, I created this sweet wedding-turned-birthday cakr with a candle on top! I think this was the perfect card for the occasion and I had such a great time celebrating our dear Maple!

Elphaba Luggage Valentine

 For: Aunt Glor and Uncle Vince
Occasion: Valentine's Day

Aunt Glor and Uncle Vince helped me out with some luggage, so to thank them for the generous gift and their generous love in general, I made them this nifty valentine! It features Elphaba from Wicked carrying my new luggage with her on her journeys. The text reads, "Your love defies Gravity". I am just brimming to the edge with love for my family and also cannot wait for the second part of Wicked to come out!

Boots Valentine

 For: Mom and Dad
Occasion: Valentine's Day

My parents were in Ol' San Antone for a while recently, so for their valentine, I drew a silly little heart-hatted cowboy with a heart lasso and some fabulous red cowboy boots! The message reads "bet your boots your two are cute!" I think this card is just delightfully silly and I hope Mom and Dad had a lovely Valentine's Day together!

Chess Valentine

 For: Adam
Occasion: Valentine's Day

Adam is quickly becoming a chess master! For his Valentine, I made a chess board out of origami paper on the cardstock. Since I know that the knight moves in L shape, I used that to make "Love" on the board. I love Adam so and cannot wait for him to teach me more about chess when we hang out again!

Wolfie Valentine

 For: Owen
Occasion: Valentine's Day

Sweet Oseph loves the Great Wolf Lodge, so for his Valentine this year I drew him Wiley the Wolf mascot! I added in a wolf pun: "Howl always love you!" I particularly love how this wolf mascot has the same energy as our one and only Owen. I hope he'll always be my valentine! 

Pancake Valentine

 For: Christy and Nathan
Occasion: Valentine's Day

Twin and Nathan make pancakes many a weekend morning, so for their Valentine this year, I drew the happiest flapjacks flipping in the pan! The sweet punny phrase "flippin' love you." was such a fun addition. I love Twin and Brother Bear so much and can't wait to see them again soon!

Lloyd Valentine

 For: Renee and Liam
Occasion: Valentine's Day

To thank the commune for their incredible generosity and loving me so, so well in this time of transition, I did a watercolor of your pal and mine, sweet Lloydle-bug! I will never be able to share my gratitude fully for all three of the beautiful Kelly souls, but this is my best start. I can't believe I am so lucky to have Lloyd as my valentine this year!

Eyes For You Valentine

 For: Amy and Alex
Occasion: Valentine's Day

Amy and Alex both have neat glasses, so for their Valentine this year, I made a collage of their spectacle shapes with big heart eyes! I added in the pun "only have eyes for you" to pull the card together. I hope these lovebirds have a great fist Valentine's Day as a married couple!

Icosahedron Birthday

 For: Dylan
Occasion: his birthday

Dylan is getting into playing D&D! To celebrate his 18th birthday, I made a 20-sided die with the 18 side up and made it 3D to boot! I enjoyed adding gold elements to this card along with the other dice shapes. Happy Birthday, Dylan! +1 Wisdom!

Cheers Birthday

 For: Ben
Occasion: his birthday

Ben loves a party, so for his birthday card this year I drew him a glass of beer that reads, "cheers to another year!" I appreciate the candles in the foam and overall festivities of this design. Here's hoping Ben has a great day.

Headphone Smile Birthday

 For: Danny
Occasion: his birthday

This card is so clever with the black details of an over-ear headset creating a classic smiley face look! Toss on a party hat and you've got a card that any 18-year-old might be able to appreciate. I can't believe Danny is an adult now--I hope this next year is just the best!

Sun Hands Birthday

 For: Jeannine
Occasion: her birthday

To wrap up a clearly celestial vibe I've had for a few weeks, I drew Jeannine a set of hands holding the sun! I love how this looks and how folky the image is, with its bright color pops. I hope it helps set the tone for an awesome year for dear Jeannine!

Whale Birthday

 For: Uncle John
Occasion: his birthday

For Uncle John's birthday card, I drew him fishing in the blow hole of a whale! It's such a neat idea, and I love the disinterested gaze of the big blue fish. It has been nice seeing Uncle John a bit more in this past year, and I hope the trend continues!