Madeleine Stamer

December 14, 2009 // kristen // 0 replies

I recently discovered the work of Australian artist and illustrator, Madeleine Stamer, and it was love at first sight. There’s an alluring mystery to her work, which is influenced by traditional folk art, particularly Mexican folk art. She also counts Danish artist Bjorn Wiinblad as a creative influence. I’m completely taken with her bold, surreal illustrations in black and white, though I have to say that the pops of pinks and reds in Wake Up Sleepy (below) make it one of my favorites:

See all of the prints available from Madeleine Stamer in her shop, and check out more over at her blog, Little Circus Design.

images from Madeleine Stamer

Gifts for Paper Lovers 2009 : Art Prints

December 02, 2009 // kristen // 0 replies

The other day I realized that I’ve never done a holiday gift guide on this site. I know, I can’t believe it, either! And it’s a shame that I haven’t, because there are so many awesome gifts out there for paper lovers. Well, my gift guide eschewing ways are about to change because this year I’m doing my first (what will hopefully be) annual Gifts for Paper Lovers holiday guide.

Art prints are always at the top of my holiday wishlist, and I could fill my own gallery with the number of prints that I’m coveting at any given time. Digital, letterpress, gocco, screen printed — I love them all! Here’s a selection of what I’d like to see on the walls of my home this holiday season and all year long:

Clockwise, from top left: The Enamored Mico by Alberto Cerriteño; Alice in Wonderland by Elsa Mora; Owl by Von Glitschka; Winter Doves by Dee Beale; Street Parade (from the City Floats series) by Bumble Ink; Partridge in a Pear Tree by Byvik Ink; Llama Penpal by Labpartners

Clockwise, from top left: Barriers by Frank Chimero (get it while you can during his Hamilton ($10) Sale); Weather by Harry Diaz; Fuzzy by Louella Press; Pen and Paper City Prints by Karen O’Leary; Wilkintie Gift Box (for the very good boys and girls on your list); Live What You Love by Hijirik Studio; Some Bunny (Pink) by Two Trick Pony (save 20% on this and all of their other goods during their Holiday Sale!)

images from their respective owners

Nutcracker Paper Wreath

December 01, 2009 // kristen // 5 replies

Maureen from Ink & Paper recently sent over some images of their entry in the R Home for the Holidays designer wreath decorating contest, which took place on November 16, and my jaw just about hit the floor when I first saw them. How amazing is this wreath? The contest was sponsored by RHome Magazine and hosted by the Virginia Historical Society to benefit the Richmond Ballet, and the theme was The Nutcracker. It’s hard to believe that this wreath only received 2nd place in the contest!

I love the use of the different types of paper crafts, including kusudama flowers, quilled paper snowflakes, and the crepe paper tutus on the ballerinas. Thanks to Maureen for letting me know about this incredible creation! Here a few of the lovely details:

images from Ink & Paper

A Letterpress Christmas 2009 : 12fifteen

November 23, 2009 // kristen // 0 replies

If you’re looking for a gift for the letterpress lover in your life, then you must see the wonderfully evocative limited edition Winter Wonderland print by 12fifteen. It reminds me of walking in the woods just after a new snow has fallen. So lovely. And you’ll want to check out 12fifteen’s gorgeous line of letterpress holiday cards, as well. Such soft, modern colors, and I’m absolutely loving the blind letterpress touches here and there. Plus, that squirrel … so cute!

12fifteen Letterpress Christmas Holiday Cards

images from 12fifteen

Papercraft Couture L’Officiel

November 17, 2009 // kristen // 2 replies

This couture collection, created from paper by Alexandra Zaharova and Ilya Plotnikov, is simply stunning! The amazing collection of fashion and accessories was created for luxury and fashion magazine L’Officiel, the oldest French women’s magazine in print. See more of the jawdroppingly fantastic papercraft couture below, and check out Alexandra Zaharova and Ilya Plotnikov’s portfolio site, Doberman Studio, for additional images from the collection. – found via Designcollector