Post-It Show 10

I'll be drawing a few Post-its for the show that is coming up on December 6 at Giant Robot. So if you're in the Los Angeles area, stop by and check out the 300+ post-its of different artists ^___^ and stay tuned for photos of mine.

Designer Con Thoughts

Saturday- I woke up around 5, got ready, paced around, woke up my husband, Corey, to get ready and left around 7am.  As I entered, the convention, I had a nervous and very happy feeling inside; I was and am really proud of myself for having the courage to do this and sharing my artwork with different people. As I was setting up my table it was probably an hour and a half away before opening, I literally was trembling a bit because I was a bit insecure of my artwork and showing it off for the first time, it was hard for me to be at ease because I have never done this and I was thinking of the reactions I might receive. After the doors finally opened and people started walking by, I felt so happy because I saw so many people smile; and that was my goal with my artwork, to make people smile even if it was just for that one second. I had a lot of "cute" compliments. The one that made me say "whoa" to myself was when a lady said that my plushes look manufactured. All the plushes that I made are 100 % handmade by me, no sewing machine involved. Then a man said that he purchased my SDCC Giant Robot plushes in 2013, and I guess his questioned was answered to see who was making them. He told me he liked the quality of my plushes. Just with all the compliments and feedback that I received I can't say Thank You enough. It really means a lot to me that people like my artwork. Oh, and what also made me smile was seeing men smile, as well! ^____^  

 

My neighbor Jose Cabrera, is a really nice guy, he has great artwork too, and I actually did my first art trade ^___^ He told me some great advice and it will be with me forever. Thanks Jose! 

6pm came by so quick! I just wanted to stay and see people smile.^___^

Sunday- I felt more at ease, not too nervous as I was on Saturday. Once again, a lot of smiles and compliments. I had a nice conversation with one of my customers, talking about Cons and a bit about my artwork. I was actually nervous, not sure why, but I am happy that he liked my artwork. He even emailed me today telling me he enjoyed meeting and talking with me! If you're reading this Mark, THANKS AGAIN! ^___^

I did hold a raffle for Westy, buttons, a necklace and charm. Somehow the person who retrieved it wasn't the one who actually got the ticket from me, I'm guessing it was her friend,? She was nice to get it for her though and come back to tell me that it wasn't her. I was able to take a picture of the actual winner.. pictured below. I like her hat. ^____^ To the lady who helped make sure she got the raffle prize ^____^ you rock! 

A guy who was probably from Japan, still stuck in my head, bought Scout. It's exciting to know that Scout will be exploring a different land, hahahaha. 

The highlight of Designer Con, was when this girl looked at Scout and could not keep her eyes off of it. She was asking her parents that she wanted it, but I didn't know what was going on, all I knew that she did not want to leave without Scout, I couldn't bare to look at her because she seemed a little frustrated about something, but in the end she was able to take Scout home, and I'm happy that she liked him a lot! So if you're reading this, thank you so much. Seeing you smile and determination of getting him makes me happy and humbled.

I also want to say thanks to Eric Nakamura, owner of Giant Robot. He is my BIG BOSS! He's allowed me to make his logos into plush form and I'm happy that I'm able to make them. SO THANKS, DUDE! ^___^

Overall, I enjoyed Designer Con. It's given me an opportunity to share my art and just be out there. As Jose told me, if you don't put yourself out there, then who will?  I also want to say big thanks to my husband for pushing me to do this.

There's probably a lot that I missed... but just know that I'm so thankful to meet everyone of you, and thank you for all the comments, compliments, etc ^____^ 

   

Here are my social feeds.

Instagram

Facebook

Etsy Shop   < I'll be having my artwork up sometime this week. 

Sunday Last Day

Being a vendor for the first time was quite an experience. I enjoyed seeing people smile when they passed by and complimenting how cute they were.^___^ I will be holding a raffle to win Westy and other goods, so stop by my booth Hicahu 1127. 

This was the first person that received a raffle ticket, and my husband ended up picking his number ^___^

Mark your calendar for Nov. 8 and 9

Whoa! Time is flying and Designer Con is coming up. I am getting excited and nervous. I will be selling plushes, necklaces, charms, watercolor painting, colored pencil drawings, buttons, Giant Robot Plushes ( but don't forget to check out Giant Robot, booth #814), Westy (plush), Scout (plush),  and last but not least, I will be doing a giveaway on each of the day. See ya there! ^____^

Social Networks

Click on the following links to visit my pages. ^___^

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Thank You

I am sitting here thinking how long it has been since I started doing my art stuff and it's been 5 years. 

Designer Con is coming up, and I just want to say how humble, thankful, and appreciative I am for all the support you have given me. Without you guys, I wouldn't be doing Designer Con. 

UGLYCON 2014

 YUM! Thanks Eric's Mom ^___^

 Big Boss Robot with heart going to this nice family ^____^

UGLYCON 2014

inkitlabs wooden charms

I will be selling these at Designer Con ^___^

1 inch Wooden charms!

I'm so excited about these! I can't wait to see how they turn out! 

Happy Valentines Day!

I have been exploring watercolors again. Very tough medium! This painting is my 5th attempt. I'm happy that I didn't quit, after so many tries. I used colored pencil to see how it would turn out, and I think it turned out okay. ^___^  I guess advance, Happy Valentines Day! ^___^

MORE SCOUT!

I have made 5 more Scouts. There is only 3 left at they are up on my Etsy store --->  HICAHU . He makes a great present to anyone for any occasion. You can even stick a secret not inside his bag ^__^!  Thanks for looking .