Lilla Rogers

Suzy Ultman’s video why Lilla’s course could be so good for you!

lillarogers — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:23:09 +0000

Take a moment to hear Suzy Ultman, one of Lilla’s most successful artists, talk about her experience with Lilla, and why this class could be so good for you! (scroll down to see video)

More Surtex Flyers from our artists

lillarogers — Mon, 20 May 2013 05:07:29 +0000

We are up and running at Booth 317 at the Javits Center in New York. Come visit us! – Julia

Rachael Taylor

Allison Cole

Lisa DeJohn

Oceans of Fun – Letterpress Cards by Suzy Ultman

lillarogers — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:10:55 +0000

Suzy writes:

“Good friends + Good Fun = Sweet Nostalgic Charming New Nautical Notecards

These cards make their debut at the National Stationery Show next week. I’ll be signing giveaways alongside my partner in crime, Allison Chapman of Igloo Letterpress, at Booth #2854. Ahoy!”

Announcing our new Global Talent Search – WIN representation!

school — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:39:37 +0000

Are you the next big thing? Are you ready to have your work shared with the world? Do you want to take your art career to the next level? If so, listen up. This is for you.

Here at Lilla Rogers Studio we are on the lookout for new talent and has launched a Global Talent Search to find it!

The winner will be represented by Lilla Rogers Studio for two years internationally, and win a host of licensing contracts. This would be a turning point in your career.

Somebody has to win, and it might just be you!

How would you like to be represented by one of the top artist agents in the world, and see your work on products made for cool clients and distributed internationally? How would you like to be in demand, with hot new gig after hot new gig? How would you like to thrive as a full time artist or designer?

We are giving you the opportunity to get all this with the 2013 GLOBAL TALENT SEARCH.

For everyone who enters this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your work. If you make the shortlist you will be featured in our online gallery. Your work will get in front of our incredible judging panel of top art directors and other industry experts including Anthropologie, Chronicle Books, Paperchase, Design*Sponge, Quarry Books and more. (See here for our incredible line up of judges!) The process also features a public vote to pick a ‘People’s choice’ finalist.

Along the way you will have the chance to respond to professional level creative assignments, which in themselves will be valuable portfolio pieces.

So what are you waiting for? Find out more and ENTER NOW!

And if you know anyone who is ready for this exciting opportunity, please be sure to tell them about this!

Lilla Rogers Studio is proud to be working with Do What You Love to bring you this amazing opportunity. For further information and full Terms & Conditions please see www.lillarogers.com/global-talent-search

Two more artists’ Surtex flyers

lillarogers — Mon, 13 May 2013 05:36:32 +0000

On Friday, we showed you Helen and Sarajo’s Surtex flyers. Here are Jillian’s and Carolyn’s take. – Julia

Our artists’s Surtex flyers

lillarogers — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:57:03 +0000

Here are Helen’s and Sarajo’s take. On Monday, I’ll show Carolyn’s and Jillian’s! – Julia

Our newest artist, Sarah Walsh!

lillarogers — Wed, 08 May 2013 05:02:13 +0000

We just took on the fabulous artist, Sarah Walsh. Here are a few questions Sarah answered in her bio and a sample of her artwork. Now you can see why we fell in love with her too. If you want to be represented by Lilla Rogers Studio, check out our Global Talent Search where you can win representation with Lilla Rogers Studio for 2 years! – Julia

Whom would you like to meet?

Wes Anderson, Marina Abramovic, Maurice Sendak…I know he’s gone now :(
My grandfather met Billy Holiday when he snuck into a bar as a teenager. I always thought that was cool!

What question would you most like to be asked?

Would you like a free hour long body massage?

What was your favorite illustration assignment?

A pop up card for Hallmark featuring a slew of sea creatures. I also love painting on wood.

Sarah Walsh’s Studio

lillarogers — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:35:53 +0000

Sarah Walsh’s Bio

lillarogers — Tue, 07 May 2013 00:35:26 +0000

Where do you live?

Kansas City, KS

Where have you lived?

Albany, New York, Illinois and Connecticut

What medium do you use?

The mighty pencil or pen, gouache and photoshop

How do you stay inspired?

It’s a balance. Adequate sleep is a good primer for any and all inspiration. If we’re not rested we’re too sleepy to see all the great stuff around us! Animals, magical creatures, coffee, music, a good story, my friends/family, bravery, vintage children’s books, movie/films, and mid century illustration, art and design are extremely inspiring to me.

Where do you buy your art supplies?

Utrecht or Artist and Craftsman Supplies. The latter has fun socks and toys!

Do you work traditionally or digitally?

both. I scan in a lot of paint textures and linework. Or I might just do the whole piece traditionally with some collage and photoshop thrown in at the end.

What color combination are you most excited about right now?

Seafoam green, mustard yellow and navy blue

What blog(s) do you read?

Pikaland, Drawn, The Jealous Curator, Look at these Gems, Print & Pattern, sfgirlbybay, booooooom! The Fox is Black, Grain Edit, Illustrationmundo

Why do you like being an illustrator in 10 words or less?

Is 11 ok? ;) I get to create a little world for someone to enjoy!

If you weren’t an illustrator, what would you be?

Maybe a singer songwriter, a teacher or someone that works with animals.

What illustration job would you love to get (your dream job)?

Making characters/pattern or stories/toys for Anorak childrens’ magazine, Land of Nod, Blue Q or Chronicle

Name something you do in your spare time.

hang with family and friends, cook, watch movies, art openings and museums, thrift, write little songs, and play my omnichord.

What’s the strangest work experience you’ve ever had?

When I was a kid I worked at Long John Silvers with my best friend. I got to make hush puppies! When we were bored we’d pick a foreign accent and talk to the customers in that accent all day. Or until someone started cracking up.

What are you reading now?

I’m about to finish Wildwood by Colin Meloy and illustrated by Carson Ellis. Gorgeous story!

What recent book do you recommend for a good read?

The latter and The Outsiders. Also Life of Pi

Where would you like to travel to next?

Denmark or Peru

What’s your favorite TV show?

Boardwalk Empire

What’s your favorite NPR show?

It’s a tie between Storycorps and This Amercian Life

What movie have you seen several times?

Goonies

Who is your favorite cartoon character?

Popeye

Who are you in “The Office”?

Stanley. Just kidding.

What is your favorite cheese?

Cheddar

If you could name a nail polish, what would you name it?

Sparklepants

Do you wear shoes when you do art?

Sometimes

What do you listen to while you work?

Music or interviews. Mostly fave channels from Pandora.

What artist are you reincarnated from?

I channel Mary Blair. I feel such a kinship to her.

What’s your middle name?

I don’t have one.

What do you wish your middle name was?

I’ve always loved the name Simone

If you could eat only one food, what would it be?

This is tough. Indian food.

How do you stay in shape?

I try to go the gym at least twice a week and I take walks. I also have mini dance parties with my hubs or by myself :)

How don’t you stay in shape?

When I work too much or binge on cinnamon rolls or cookie dough!

What is your current favorite font?

I’ve always loved futura. It will never get old to me.

How do you take your coffee?

Semi sweet with cream and on the strong side!

Whom would you like to meet?

Wes Anderson, Marina Abramovic, Maurice Sendak…I know he’s gone now :(
My grandfather met Billy Holiday when he snuck into a bar as a teenager. I always thought that was cool!

What question would you most like to be asked?

would you like a free hour long body massage?

What recent illustration job have you enjoyed doing?

I’m new at the freelance gig but I really enjoying making personal work. If it resonates with folks it could potentially evolve into a new project or product more customized for that client. Then the personal aspect is still nestled in there and protected. And then a whole new group of people will see it and possibly relate to it.

What was your favorite illustration assignment?

A pop up card for Hallmark featuring a slew of sea creatures. I also love painting on wood.

Susy Pilgrim Waters’s Mother’s Day Sale

lillarogers — Mon, 06 May 2013 05:30:25 +0000