My Gorgeous Studio

Firstly I'd like to thank all the people that came out in the
cold, pouring rain on Saturday and shopped at Crafty Bastard.
Despite the weather, it was the best fair I've ever had
and lovely to get all my tea towels out there again.
I'm busy with my new towel designs including my
2012 Calendar towel and here's a sneak peek.

I'm extremely busy with some large commercial jobs that can't be
revealed yet but will share in a couple of weeks.
I've been working in my new studio and it's such a calm, inspiring space.

Crafty Bastard in DC

This weekend I'm making my annual pilgrimage down to Washington
for the great outdoor fair Crafty Bastard on Saturday October 1.
Nearly 200 designers and makers fill the outdoor space
in Adams Morgan and it's well worth a visit.
I have a brand new shipment of tea towels (which I've been out of
since April) and all my posters, prints and books so please pay me
a visit at booth 94.

The Tomatoes are Here

I'm so happy to say that finally my Greenmarket Tomato poster
has arrived and is in stock. Thanks so much to everyone who has
already purchased a poster and donated to the Hurricane Irene
Fundraiser. I'm continuing this for at least another fortnight so
head over here to get yours.

Share a studio with me

I have some really exciting news that I'm moving my studio out
of my apartment and taking over the apartment downstairs.
It's an incredible opportunity to still be based at home
but separate my work space and it's a gorgeous sun drenched studio.

I need to rent out 2 private rooms which would make fantastic
studio or office space to a designer, architect, media business.
It would also be a great private yoga, massage therapy,
acupuncture and holistic space.

The whole space is $1400 and comprises of 2 rooms shown
below with a full kitchen, bathroom, WIFI, heat and hot water included.
I'm also offering to rent the 2 rooms individually - Room 1
is $900 and Room 2 is $500.
There is 24 hour access and it's located in the
heart of Clinton Hill close to Pratt, great restaurants, cafes,
BAM and all trains.
Please email me directly if you or anyone you know is interested.

Room 1 12.5 x 12.75

Room 1 12.5 x 12.75

Room 2 11.75 x 6.5

Hallway leading to 2 private rooms and bathroom.

Hurricane Irene Fundraiser

I'm back from my amazing month off and slowly
adjusting to the routines again.
I missed Hurricane Irene and gathered it blew over
New York, not causing much damage. However, counties in New York,
New Jersey, and Vermont have been declared "major disasters" by the
federal government.
An estimated 80% of Greenmarket farmers have been impacted,
with about 10% reporting severe loss—80-100% of their products.

There are ways you can help by donating to Grow NYC. For every $50
you give, you will receive one of my Greenmarket posters.
You can also buy them from my shop where $5 from every
purchase will be donated.

New work and Vacation Plans

As I pack my bags and meet work deadlines before my month long break,
I thought a post of my new work was long overdue.

I recently illustrated the homepage for Diaperkind, a cloth diaper
service for New York City. It was refreshing to move away from
food for a while and create a fantasy NYC community.

I've recently been commissioned to illustrate a Q & A section in Healthy Cooking
magazine every month. Here's the latest about what a diabetic truck driver
should eat on the road.

I also completed the second and last in the poster series for Grow NYC
on seasonal produce. I've loved creating these posters and
discovering ways to render the wonderful, textural qualities.
These will be available sometime soon in my shop.

And lastly, Food + Wine magazine asked me to create a new product
inspired by a seasonal recipe for their September issue. Sadly, I
just discovered the story changed direction and it didn't make it
in however, I love the way it looks and will be taking bespoke orders.



So, tomorrow we leave for England and France where I plan on
resting, eating amazing meals and relaxing in nature.
I'll be sketching so stay tuned for pictures when I return.
Happy August lovely readers.

I'm extremely excited to announce a new collaboration between
myself and Amy Adams from perch!
We're launching a line of ceramics featuring my 4 seasonal
fruits and vegetables on dinner plates, side plates and cups.
The full line will be available in the Fall but for a sneak preview
and to purchase a plate, please join us at the Brooklyn Flea
tomorrow in Fort Greene.