Summer vacations and farmyard friends
🎨 Studio UpdatesCurrently I’m writing this ahead of a quick trip I’m taking to Las Vegas with some friends. I don’t normally vacation in the summer as I’m really not a fan of the heat. While everyone else is outside, I prefer to stay in the chill AC, so even I surprised myself when I said yes to visiting one of the hottest places in the summer. But I felt like I needed the get-away. Plus, it’s my birthday week, so I decided it would be fun to take a few days off. 🎉 As you’re reading this I’ll be trying to keep cool in a pool or casino somewhere, and I’ll be refreshed and ready to dive back into creating when I return! 👀 Trend TrackingThere’s been a surprising star showing up in recent design trends: geese. I’ve been seeing these charming farmyard friends everywhere, I think in part to the rise of cottagecore, nostalgia, and vintage-inspired aesthetics. I’ve been seeing them pop up everywhere from children’s decor to pet accessories—and I couldn’t resist joining the fun. I recently designed some playful geese illustrations that tap into that cozy, whimsical vibe with a textured block-print feel. Whether the trend sticks around or not, it’s been fun to experiment with this style! Thanks for reading, and talk soon! ~Rachel |