Tulip Prickly Pear

Tulip Prickly PearEllen Surrey makes her colorful illustrations out of sunny Los Angeles. Blending her love of mid century design and vintage childrens books, Ellen enjoys finding beauty in the past and sharing it with a contemporary audience. Her work has appeared in such publications as The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Los Angeles Times. You can view more of her work by visiting ellensurrey. com About this collection: "Cactus" Inspired by vintage botanical

this book reveals living spaces that are at once universal and distinctly Nordic

she collages encaustic monotypes with watermedia paintings striving for textural contrasts reflective of the various surfaces found in nature

In Pawena's own words: "My work is explorative and led by instinct

Their mission is to create products that nurture delight

orange spice tea

and used again

Inspired by nature she features melancholic creatures and illustrations with a dusty and muted air reminiscent of old fairy tales

sketching them from life

Taking time to create a thoughtful image sharpens your focus and creativity

These prints are unframed and come in a protective acetate sleeve with a backing board to prevent bending

reminding us that even prickly porcupines

with your choice of 14k gold-fill