A happy Little Whale for today's 30 in 30. What shall I paint next?
30 in 30 – Flower Wreath
Todays painting will most likely be incorporated into another piece of artwork. Thinking I may add a quote or use it as a nursery print. We shall see. Part of the fun, and hard work, of being creative is the possibilities are endless. But this is definitely a good thing! If you have an idea… Continue reading 30 in 30 – Flower Wreath
30 in 30 Challenge – Zebra
Zebra, by Lori Reynolds for Purple Snapdragons The 30 Day ChallengeDay One of the Artists Helping Artists 30 Day Challenge crept up on me. So here I am, on technically the 3rd day, but better late than never! Whether you're an Artist, or love to play with paint, feel free to join . The point… Continue reading 30 in 30 Challenge – Zebra
Penguin Holiday Cards
Another sneak preview of a holiday card I'm designing with my cute penguin. Do you prefer blank cards? Cards with sayings inside or outside? For me, sometimes it depends on the occasion or style of card. Sometimes a blank greeting card is nice because you can add what you'd like to say for yourself. Other… Continue reading Penguin Holiday Cards
Already? 😳 Happy Holidays
Believe it or not, the Holidays are just around the corner. I'm planning a new shop update soon. This leaves me thinking, when you start your holiday shopping? Do you wait to put up your decorations until after Thanksgiving? How soon is too soon? Or too late? Our family has always waited. But then kept… Continue reading Already? 😳 Happy Holidays
Baby Bodysuits Cute Penguin!
Warm & Fuzzy Holiday Penguin by Purple Snapdragons In the process of creating and making decisions on the holiday collection for my shop Purple Snapdragons. I'm thinking this little cutie could be a winner. What do you think?
Buzzing around
Catching up from taking a much needed rest yesterday. Buzzing around the studio like a little bee 🐝 This cold has had me a bit off kilter, but still managing to get things done. Making a lot of changes and the new collection needs finishing as well. Can't wait to show you!
What’s happening
Recently I participated in a Skillshare class run by Ohn Mar Win. The subject of her most recent class is Sketching Everyday and she shares how keeping a sketchbook since 2015 has not only helped her with self discipline, it's also allowed her to grow, find and expand on her style. For those of you… Continue reading What’s happening
Hello and Welcome!
Wise old owl by Lori Reynolds for Purple SnapdragonsHello Friends…I'm Lori Reynolds, the artist & illustrator behind Purple Snapdragons. As a creative dreamer, I love so many things – from animals to interior design, food, baking, miniatures, aka tiny things, dollhouses, travel, writing, photography and more. You'll find I love to include many of these favorites… Continue reading Hello and Welcome!