PAINTED ABSTRACTIONS

Below is an update from last week in the studio. I have continued to explore large floral forms. This week, I have made the florals larger and more abstract. I am also really loving this warm red that has taken over these florals. It’s fun to keep painting and discovering new ways to recreate such a simple subject matter as flowers.

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rebekka connelly

Rebekka Connelly is an artist and surface pattern designer creating bold, colorful, and optimistic patterns and prints. Known for her modern and playful style, she creates and licenses an array of products from fabrics and wallpaper to paper goods that brighten spaces with her use of color and charming imagery.

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The hero print from the Floral Medley Collection brings such a lovely pop of charm and warmth to this simple chair. If you love it, you can shop it now on Spoonflower.com—available as fabric, bedding, and even finished decor items like this cu
This one’s my personal favorite from the Floral Medley Collection! 🌸
There’s just something so playful and uplifting about these simple, organic shapes and earthy tones. It’s a design that feels both modern and timeless, and I can
I wanted this collection to have variety and versatility in its patterns, so while each design can stand on its own, they also work nicely together as a collection. It’s so much fun to make small pairings like these three designs—they fee
When I started the Floral Medley Collection, I naturally gravitated toward my usual cream background (left). But something about it didn’t quite feel right for this collection. After playing around with options, I landed on this rich dark brown
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process for the Floral Medley Collection! 🌼 These are the beginning sketches, all drawn by hand on my iPad. This is honestly the most fun part of the design process for me! I always aim to sketch
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Having fun with color and pattern for the @spoonflower Refined Bohemian Wallpaper Design Challenge! 🎨🌼 This pattern of a field of flowers in warm earth tones is my take on a sophisticated look with a nod towards the unconventional bohemian lifestyl