Art Institute of Chicago

I had a chance to explore the Art Institute of Chicago last week on a quiet day. 

The museum wasn't packed at all and I found myself alone in many areas (which I love!) 

Here are some pictures that I took, playing with chiaroscuro. High contrast black and 

white photos are my fav.

New Stationery

So excited to receive my new personalized stationery set in the mail. I love sending random 

snail mail hellos and these beauties will do the job. The back of each card has my favorite 

Parrot Paradise pattern for a modern jungle vibe.

Week In Pictures

Can't help it, I'm constantly taking photos all the time. Here are some of my favorite snapshots 

from the past week of exploring Chicago. 

Baha'i Temple

I was really excited when a friend visiting Chicago suggested that we check out the Baha'i Temple to view its gorgeous architecture. Driving up to the building, I was awestruck with how beautiful and unexpected it looks. I loved the contrast of the white stone against the intense blue sky that day. They have a great information center, I'm surprised with how little I knew about Baha'i faith.

This a model of the building! 

Radish Experiment

Last summer after my move to Chicago, I started making regular trips to farmers markets and was awe struck with the different varieties of radishes. They are so vibrant and come in beautiful shades of purple, red and pink. Not to mention that they are delicious and pleasantly bitter. I noticed while cleaning them, their dye would wash away in the sink. So I decided to experiment and created splatter swatches that I can scan and use as texture in my artwork. Here is the result. 

The spring weather has inspired more abstract and painterly patterns! Available at Society6 here. Plus, until April 18th, all home decor goods are 20% off!

FIELD MUSEUM, CHICAGO

This weekend I wandered endlessly at the Field Museum, picking up random animal facts along the way. Here are some of my favorite pics.