Ladyfolk Studio

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Custom Watercolor Art for Holiday Cards

ArtKimberly HeimbachComment

The holidays are around the corner! Now is the time to put those holiday cards together. Looking for something different than the typical photo card? Don’t have time to schedule a photoshoot? Well i have the perfect solution for you, custom art!

There are some options for the artwork I offer. You can have an illustration created of either your family or your business associates. Above is an example of a custom illustration I created of business associates of Kelly Ferm Interior Design. Below is an example of a family of 6 family portrait, yes pets count as family members! The Kelly Ferm art did include additional fees for concept and adding the Christmas tree decorating elements. For something like this you contact me kimberly@ladyfolkstudio.com for a quote. For the family art you can place your order here.

How to order your original watercolor holiday art cards….

Step 1 Place your order here for a custom family painting and digital artwork. After you place your order you will be contacted for preferably one photo to base the illustration of off but I can also work from multiple photos if needed.

Step 2 Send your reference photos to kimberly@ladyfolkstudio.com after being contacted.

Step 3 Allow 1-2 weeks for original painting to be mailed to you and high resolution digital version to be emailed to you.

Step 4 Upload your high resolution digital artwork to any card printing service. I recommend Shutterfly to upload to a blank card or Minted to upload to one with a design included. i choose to do it this way so you can have control over the price and how many cards you want printed. Both of these sites consistently offer discount codes so make sure you check on the current offer before placing your order for cards.Both sites also include envelope addressing which can save you a ton of time.

Tips for Creating an Inspiring Mood Board

InspirationKimberly HeimbachComment
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I LOVE creating a new mood board every season. it just gets me in the mood and helps me to organize my thoughts for the season. It is a combination of art, imagery and quotes.

My process for creating mood boards includes:

  1. Collecting tear outs from magazines the old fashion way.

  2. Saving pins on Pinterest to a seasonal board then printing out on glossy photo paper.

  3. Adding personal elements liked dried flower crowns I’ve worn at events and watercolor illustrations.

  4. Using extra tools like scalloped edge scissors and gold pins to put it all together.

As an on going process I have a folder where I collect inspiration as I come across it so when I am ready to update my board I have alot of fun things to look through and see what fits the board. I think of color palettes and the season to keep everything cohesive. You can shop all my recommended essentials for an inspiring moodboard on Amazon.



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Hello Fall: New watercolor desktop art to inspire you!

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Hello Fall: New watercolor desktop art to inspire you from Ladyfolk Studio!

Hello fall…My FAVORITE time of the year!

First off, my birthday is October 20th and now my son will be born any day now sharing a birth month with me:) Not to mention a fall bucket list full of pumpkin patch visits, haunted houses, and pumpkin spice everything!

I hope you enjoy these free watercolor desktop art I created for you while I’m on my brief maternity break this month. Simply right click on the images below and save to your desktop to set as your background.

Hello Fall: New pumpkin watercolor desktop art to inspire you from Ladyfolk Studio!
Hello Fall: New watercolor desktop art to inspire you from Laadyfolk Studio!
Hello Fall: New watercolor desktop art to inspire you from Ladyfolk Studio!

As a reminder I am currently accepting holiday orders for custom art which includes dog portraits, cat portraits, family portraits, couple portraits and fashion illustrations. Take a look in the shop for sizes available and more details. Get your orders in now, the holidays are my busiest time of the year!

Custom Watercolor Family Portrait
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Cat Custom Watercolor Pet Portrait
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