Early in the spring, I was brainstorming gift ideas for my dad for Father’s Day. At the flying field, he has a lone flagpole but no flag. So, I got creative and designed a custom flying field flag for him. The crest I used was based on one my grandfather, Merrill Coffin, had. Initially, I […]
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Five Golden Rings Holiday Card
Five Golden Rings is a timeless design from Elizabeth Gleason’s Twelve Days of Christmas Collection, inspired by one of the most beloved verses of the classic holiday song. Representing abundance, warmth, and enduring tradition, the fifth day of Christmas has long been a favorite—and this card captures that familiar joy in a simple, elegant way. […]
Viking Trader Gifts – E-Commerce Website Design
Platform: Joomla | Features: Shopping Cart, PayPal Integration Viking Trader Gifts, a beloved local gift shop specializing in Scandinavian-inspired products, launched a new e-commerce website to better serve customers year-round. The shop, with locations in Bemus Point and the Chautauqua Institution, wanted a platform that reflected its Nordic heritage while providing a simple, secure way […]
This Year’s Studio Christmas Card – Season’s Greetings
A Tribute to My Grandfather This year’s studio Christmas card is especially meaningful. It was created in honor of my grandfather, Merrill Coffin, whom we lost last Christmas Eve. His creativity and love of art shaped much of my own journey, and I wanted this year’s card to carry forward his spirit. The design is […]
Heirloom Roses
When we moved in during our first spring, I planted four heirloom roses in my garden. However, one of them has remained a mystery. Despite having tags for Smile (Clesmile), Alba Semi Plena, Belle Isis, and Golden Blush, none seem to match this particular rose. This mystery rose has since taken over the entire garden. […]