Where do you get inspiration from?
Mainly the outdoors, nature, flowers, and animals. Even if I don't get directly inspired by something I see when outdoors, I always feel motivated after some time outside. A walk in a park, watching animals, going for a bike ride, or even just sitting on the grass. It's amazing what getting some fresh air can do for you. I've often thought that if I couldn't work with any other subject matter I would have to get a job outside!
How do you create your pieces? What's your technique and working process?
I always start by hand painting my illustrations or patterns using watercolors and gouache paints. I then scan the illustrations in and clean them up digitally. I tend to keep the digital versions as close to the hand-painted version as possible because I prefer them to have that hand-created feel, rather than looking too digital. Once the illustration is just right I print out a test, then I make any final adjustments before it's finalized and ready to go. How long each piece takes depends on the subject and how detailed the illustrations are.
