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There are currently three fantastic ways to get updates about what is going on in the studio, what new projects I'm working on, where my next show will be and many more things: This great blog! Be sure to bookmark it (www.StudioEriksdotter.com/blog) and come back often, or you can sign up to get the RSS feed. Become a fan of Studio Eriksdotter on Facebook. I will share thoughts, when I am painting, updates from the blog and send [...]
{Welcome home! The entry in LiveLikeYou.com's newest personality, Aloha Chic.} LiveLikeYou.com recently introduced another interior design personality on its site. This one is a combination of retro island chic with Hawaiian inspired prints and old world flair. I love all the entry ways that Jill designs. I mean, how happy would you be when the first time you see every time you come home is a pink chair and a green parrot? To be honest, I kinda want [...]
{This new promo photo was included in the SwedishScene.com write-up about my bridal bouquet paintings} Susanna for SwedishScene.com interviewed me recently and the article is now out on their site, "Swedish Washington-based artist Erica Eriksdotter successful with her wedding bouquet paintings." Being a Swede living in the US, it always feels good to make the Swedish community here and over there proud. The feature included this new promo photo that Casey took a few weeks ago. It's not [...]
In this episode we’re talking with Melissa Townsend about her life as a successful full time artist and just kind of figure out her life and how much art means to her and how she chooses to paint and what she paints and how she lives her life. Topics: Melissa and her Art [00:01:41] How does she do it? [00:03:28] Why being creative is a necessity [00:10:28] A typical day for a full time artist [00:12:55] A glimpse [...]
"The portraits of Luke and Mr. Kitty Kat are just beyond all expectations. Your work is just inspiring, truly. All of your paintings literally appear alive and breathing on the canvas. You capture the image and create an intimacy and warmth that results in a simply breathtaking final piece. You somehow are able to convey the "soul" of the animal. Amazing. Simply amazing." - P.B. of Indiana I'm sincerely humbled when I receve such an amazing compliment from a customer. Sweet words [...]
Cherie and Colette Hello lovelies, You may recall that I became certified healer last summer and my Master Teacher is the wonderfully fiercely compassionate and infinitely giving woman Colette. In early 2009, I participated in my first workshop with her and it really changed my life. I wasn’t sure what was wrong with me but I didn’t feel like myself. I was used to having so much energy and being creative, but I could barely do [...]
Here's your chance to bid on Mr. Purple and Mr. Green limited edition prints! Starting at only $15 for each. Happy bidding! Click here to go to ebay: www.ebay.com/usr/studioeriksdotter
Lovelies, just a friendly reminder that there's still time to join me this Saturday for Cocktails & Canvases, 1-4pm. Registration closes tomorrow night. Click here to register. What is it? A 3-hour painting event in my cozy home in Reston, Virginia. All materials are provided, including the very same paint tubes and brushes I use. What to expect? This is a fun, relaxed and laid-back environment. With no right or wrong way of being creative. Music will be playing [...]
I can't deny it feels great to see that the April 6 event is sold out! Woot! I'm so excited. And I've already booked another private event which will take place in May. I think these are just great for birthday and bachelorette parties or just a fun day with your girlfriends. Will you say YES to being creative with color and have a fun and playful time? I hope you will! The next available date is May [...]
"Oh my goodness! You have completely captured his happy-go-lucky personality! I'm blown away. It's funny when you see other's beautiful paintings of their pets -- but when it's your's it's just remarkable how you capture the personality on canvas!" - L.F. of Virginia. Sam's Portrait was a Valentine's Day gift from a wife to her husband. How romantic! It's about time we shower our men with lovely gifts! She jumped at the occassion of getting a portrait of [...]
