I’ve needed a brand refresh for sometime now. I don’t believe I’m done but I wanted to share my progress with you. I’ve recreated the cat and koi fish icon and paired it with a new font. I’ve grown a lot as an artist and designer and I want this refresh to reflect that. I really love my colorful wildflower flower paintings, and felt strongly that I incorporate them into my new identity. Lucky for me, cats are gardens are like peanut butter and jelly 💕 I might have a few options each reflecting a different piece of art in the cat silhouette. #localartist #artst #graphicdesigner #brandingdesign #brandandidentity #fineart #artoftheday #artmom #bossbabe #koicat #createeveryday #carveouttimeforart #createmagazine #watercolor
I managed to fit a painting into my chaotic work week. These bright yellow flowers are the best reward after a long winter. Lately I’ve been painting wildflowers and it dawned on me today why I love them so much. I love that they are not manicured, they grow wild and free. Life can be busy and chaotic and sometimes feel out of control, but if you look closely, it’s beautiful because life is so full. There is beauty in the brush and bramble 💜 #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist #spring #forsythia #garden #optoutside #spring #originalwatercolor
Lately I’ve been painting wildflowers and it dawned on me today why I love them so much. I love that they are not manicured, they grow wild and free. Life can be busy and chaotic and sometimes feel out of control, but if you look closely, it’s beautiful because life is so full. There is beauty in the brush and bramble 💜 #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist #spring #forsythia #garden #optoutside #spring #
A close up of my new painting. Any guess as to what this spring shrub is? #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist #spring #forsythia
Save the date! Last week I was invited to participate in Art at the Esplanade! “Come discover fine artists and artisans in the lovely town of Mountain Lakes, NJ at the juried arts & craft show. Shop directly from emerging and established artists at this open-air event for original paintings, pottery pieces, jewelry, sculpture and more. Free admission.” #artist #localartist #mountainlakesnj #denvillenj #boontonnj #artattheesplanade #artcollectors #artshow #artforyourhome #morriscountynj
I haven’t had much time to paint lately, but I managed to squeeze in some time to do this quick 5x5 flower study. I quickly became busy with work, my flowers died and I had to paint from memory 😂 message me to claim #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist
A close up of my newest WIP #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist #wip #createmagazine #pink #artforyourhome #createmag
I couldn’t pass up these lovely pink flowers while grocery shopping, so I thought I’d do a small 5x5 painting #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artmom #artofinstagram #watercolor #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #artcollector #buyart #wildflowers #makersgonnamake #artist #localartist
I’ve been painting poppies this week, I will list this original 5x5 watercolor in my shop soon, link in profile, but fell free to message me too. Also if you love the beautiful wood turned vase holding the lavender head over to @forageworkshop #watercolor #carveouttimeforart #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #coneflowers #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #wildflowers #createmagazine #makersgonnamake #poppyflower #spring #illustration #floralart #illustrator #optoutside #sheexplores
Happy Friday! I haven’t posted in awhile because I’ve been busy and frankly I really try my best to not let the algorithm get to me, if I have nothing to post I won’t post. I’ve been knee deep in graphic design work this week and freelance projects, and I’ve been experimenting a bit in between. For those of you who follow me know that I’m still working on finding my art voice again after becoming a mom. And it’s taking time but I am so happy to share that I’m making progress. Experimenting with new mediums and tools has been exciting. And as my son grows my routine will also change. These forced limitations are allowing me to be more creative than I would have been otherwise. I can’t wait to share with you along the way 💕 as always thank you for the love and support - Amanda Nicole #watercolor #carveouttimeforart #motherhood #originalart #artcollectors #denvillenj #artoftheday #artofinstagram #natureinspired #arboretum #garden #gardening #homedecor #coneflowers #dowhatyoulove #sheexplores #womeninart #wildflowers #createmagazine #makersgonnamake #poppyflower #spring #illustration #floralart #illustrator #optoutside #sheexplores
I couldn’t miss the opportunity to take a photo of my field mouse protecting the spring crocus from March’s weather. This original mouse is for sale in my shop, link in profile #watercolor #originalwatercolor #natureinspired #getoutside #spring #march #dowhatyoulove #artist #illustration #illustrator #woodlandnursery #woodlandart #fieldmouse #localartist #denvillenj #morriscountynj #etsyshop #makersgonnamake #crocus #koicatcreative #spring #woodland #childrensillustration #best_of_illustrations #naturelovers #artoftheday #artofinstagram #etsyfinds #etsyshop #artcollectors #carveouttimeforart
I painted a study today of a tulip, then I painted over it because it’s not consistent with my style. I might regret this but I can always paint it again. I’ve been super finicky lately about my work and frustrated with Instagram. It makes me feel like I’m falling behind. Anyone else? It’s natural to grow and change as an artist and sometimes a break is needed so the artist comes back refreshed. Right now, I’m going to play and dance with my 1 year old son 💜 #localartist #denvillenj #artofinstagram #etsyshop #artoftheday #floralart #tulip #tulips #tulipillustration #dowhatyoulove #contemporaryart #carveouttimeforart #createmagazine #artmom #artandmotherhood
Original floral art is available for purchase on my site, link in profile. If you see a sold sign and you love that painting please don’t hesitate to message me for a commission #artist #localartist #denvillenj #boontonnj #morriscountynj #floralart #originalart #watercolor #mixedmedia #garden #bossbabe #artforyourhome #artcollector #artoftheday #etsyshop #etsyseller #artforsale #shoplocal
Loving painting these little flower studies. I’m using watercolor, acrylic and colored pencil together. It gives the pieces an almost soft pastel feel #dowhatyoulove #artist #artcollector #artforthehome #localartist #denvillenj #watercolor #artforsale #carveouttimeforart #createeveryday #artmom #floralart #lavender #artoftheday #artofinstagram #garden #etsyshop
Starting a new piece while my son naps. Weekdays and weekends you can always find me carving out time to paint. What are you up to this weekend? #dowhatyoulove #artist #artcollector #artforthehome #watercolor #artforsale #carveouttimeforart #createeveryday #artmom #floralart #lavender #artoftheday #artofinstagram #garden #etsyshop
Day 15 of #marchmeetthemaker2019 is motivation and goals. Before I had a son and I was working full time as a graphic designer. I would wake up early every morning before work and set aside about an hour to paint, I did this because my skills as a designer were growing but my painting and illustrative skills were put on the side to focus on my career. The digital world is cool but there is nothing you can hold in the end that’s handmade, I find handmade beautiful, you can’t copy and paste or go back a step, it’s such a commitment and a skill I missed growing. My goal was always to freelance, both graphic design and art, it’s crazy but that’s what I do now. I work part time as a designer for a company and the rest is spent raising my son and freelancing. It’s really cool because my son gets to see me as a mom and a worker during the day, he can see me design and create art. And, I love being home with him, it’s where I’m meant to be right now #artist #localartist #koicat #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #carveouttimeforart #watercolor #creative #artmom #illustrator #graphicdesign #brandidentity #graphicdesigner #daffodils #floralart #botanicalillustration #artoftheday #artofinstagram #motivation #dowhatyoulove #cantstopwontstop #artcollector #artforthehome #arboretum #garden
A commission from last year, this painting now has a home in a sweet little girls nursery room. If you’ve been interested in a commission message me via Instagram or my website 🐰 #artcollectors #artforsale #etsyshop #artcommission #bunny #bunnyillustration #nurseryroomdecor #nurseryroomart #nurseryart #illustrator #artistsoninstagram #artoftheday #artofinstagram #carveouttimeforart #dowhatyoulove #createeveryday #watercolor
When you have 5 minutes before nap time ends but you want to paint crocuses. Quick but still pretty, I plan on spending some real time painting these pretty spring flowers. I have lots of pretty floral art available for purchase through Etsy, link in profile #artist #localartist #crocus #watercolor #watercolorpainting #carveouttimeforart #artoftheday #artofinstagram #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #artcollectors #artforsale #etsy #etsyshop
Day 11 of #marchmeetthemaker2019 is the reducing waste. I use all of my cut paper scraps, this study is a an example of that. These flowers are not painted in my style, they were a study and exercise. I had an off cut long piece of watercolor paper waiting to be used. I also use my off cuts for color studies, mock ups and experimenting #artist #localartist #koicat #makersgonnamake #makersmovement #carveouttimeforart #watercolor #creative #artmom #illustrator #graphicdesign #brandidentity #graphicdesigner #daffodils #floralart #botanicalillustration #artoftheday #artofinstagram