THANKS for making the first IG art sale a SUCCESS!!

Ahhh!! Thank you to everyone who followed along the Original Art Sale on

Instagram

. this past Wednesday. It was so much fun! I painted 8 illustrations on the spot, from 1-3pm. I can't get over how quick everyone was. I hope it wasn't too distracting from work ;). I also took some videos of my process, a very tricky task while you draw. My hands were shaking from the adrenaline and nervousness, my mind spun trying to figure out the next illustration. I've been busy with filling Valentine's Day orders and custom work so although stressful, the thrill and joy of drawing whatever I wanted was so gratifying and a necessary pause from the hustle. I'll be hosting another one soon FOR SURE.

Have a look at some of the illustrations I painted--

And here's a

"making of"video

of "Baby Elephant Kisses." To see all the illustrations, have a peek at my

instagram

!

SAVE THE DATE // Together, we adventure: an original art SALE!

I'm trying something new this year. Presenting.......

TOGETHER, WE ADVENTURE: AN ORIGINAL ART INSTAGRAM SALE - 

January 29

Between the hours of 

1pm-3pm

, I'll be creating original art & posting them for sale on 

Instagram

.  All pieces will be 5" x 7", priced at $45 each, & listed as I finish (with work in progress videos in between).  If you're interested in a piece, simply comment with your email address & I'll send you an invoice to arrange payment & shipping.  All unsold pieces will be listed in my shop once the sale concludes.  No prints will be made so your original is just for you.  The theme is "together, we adventure"--perfect for Valentine's Day! 

I'm all booked with custom paintings for the rest of the year so this is a great way to get something original, affordable and sweet for your valentine (or you!)

Introducing Sanrio's newest character, KIRIMI-CHAN

Ahhhh how cute is this?!?! She's a SALMON FILLET!! WHAAAAAT!!! I don't usually get excited about Sanrio characters but this one... THIS ONE. So hilarious. I love it so much I could eat it, ha!

via

Sanrio

.

Supahcute Kaiju Show - OPENING NIGHT!

The

Supahcute Kaiju Show

opening at

Leanna Lin's Wonderland

was THE BEST EVER! Ahhh so many wonderful artists were in attendance, including Michelle Romo of Crowded Teeth, Patty & Jason of Fat Rabbit Farm, Nellie Le of Quiet Tiger, and the paper cut-out extraordinaire Jared Andrew Schorr. I officially became art collector that night by purchasing my very first original, Jared's "Night Swimming."

A big thank you to everyone who came by and supported the show. If you haven't seen it yet, you absolutely MUST. It's seriously so good. And my two pieces are still there & available if you're looking to bring a couple adorable kaijus to your home :).

Ice Cream Buddies

- $190

Kaiju Chase

- $175

Show pieces can be viewed & purchased 

here

.

all photos by luis jaime // leanna lin's wonderland

Love at First Clink Show EXTENDED with more art!

Need a jaw-dropping Valentine's Day present for your special one? How about an original from the Love at First Clink show at Leanna Lin's Wonderland. The show has been extended, and I've added originals from the 2014 Calendar to the wall, as well as an array of Valentine's Day cards and other goodies. You're bound to find a special gift for your Valentine there. The 2014 Calendar is also

ON SALE

now in the shop and in store so get one while you can. Only a few left.

Supahcute Kaiju Show at Leanna Lin's Wonderland

Huzzah for the first show of the year! Leanna Lin's Wonderland is kicking off 2014 with the Supahcute Kaiju Show, a collection of cute monsters and irresistible strange beasts. Featuring new works by:

100% Soft

,

Camilo Bejarano

,

Catmandru!

,

Christopher Lee

,

Fat Rabbit Farm

,

Genevieve Santos

,

Jared Andrew Schorr

,

Jerrod Maruyama

,

Tony Bui,

Vanessa Ramirez

, and

Varinya Nunez

.

The show opens on Saturday, January 18 from 6pm-10pm at

Leanna Lin's Wonderland

in Eagle Rock. The first 10 people to spend $20 or more on the art show will receive a FREE goodie bag of surprises & exclusives to the Supahcute Kaiju Show.  Can't wait to see you there!

THANK YOU for helping Philippine Typhoon Haiyan victims

Maraming Salamat everyone! Thanks to your support, we raised 10,716 pesos or $240 for Re-Build Philippines, Habitat for Humanity. I really appreciate everyone's generosity. Much love.

Coffee Date with Jenny, Just Sweet Love

Right before Christmas, my sister Bina and I met up with Jenny of

Just Sweet Love

for a coffee date & interview at the delicious Susina Bakery. I gushed about traveling, my spirit animal, and where I find my inspiration. Gah it was so much fun. And there's a very silly picture of me and Bina. Teeeee.

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Read the full interview

here

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