by Veronica | Aug 23, 2025 | Business Thoughts, Design, Illustration
Hey Writers and Illustrators! Can we hit the reset button on our relationship when we’re looking to work together? After a dozen or so years producing books for private clients, and illustrating children’s books as well, I’ve got some opinions. Let’s get grounded in mutual respect and reality so we can make something we’re all proud of. Link to my essay in bio.
by Veronica | Nov 8, 2022 | Design, Organization, Planner Hell
Every time I think I’m out, they pull me back in… …with their charming, celestial-themed covers, and their cheerful little stickers. The idea that maybe this year, maybe if I keep at it (and purchase another $60 worth of stationery) I might be able...
by Veronica | Apr 12, 2018 | Design, Sharptooth Snail
A couple of months ago a team doing a fitness challenge at work got in touch and asked to use my tardigrade for their team mascot. I made them a special version that said “Team Tardigrade- Indestructible” on the banner, and they sent me this picture back!...
by Veronica | Dec 26, 2016 | blog, Design, Organization, Planner Hell
There’s nothing like a paper planner. I have tried relying solely on my phone, which syncs to my computer and is very efficient, but I get bored with it. Hand-writing solidifies things in my memory in a way that no digital tool can do, so I am finally resigned...
by Veronica | Sep 22, 2016 | blog, Business Thoughts, Design
Some of you may know I have a secret double life as a web designer. I work a few days a week for a small firm in Northern California doing what I have intermittently described as Creative Services, Web Design, Marketing, Social Media Consulting, and Stuff On The...
