Debby McLaughlin, a cherished member of my surface design community, recently achieved a significant milestone in her artistic journey. She signed her first licensing contract! In a joyful celebration inside my membership program, Anne’s Atelier yesterday, she shared insights into her creative process, and the most important steps she took to achieve this exciting milestone.

I came across this fabulous quote by Paulo Coelho earlier this week: “One Day or Day One. You Decide.” It’s absolutely perfect for how I’ve been feeling this week. Do you struggle to pursue your creative dreams? If so, let’s talk about it. Because it’s really about: “One Day or Day One. You Decide.”

It’s here! Bonnie Christine’s fabulous online course called Surface Design Immersion is open for enrollment. Bonnie only offers this incredibly program once a year so listen up. I want to share my personal story about taking Immersion with you and what it’s made possible for me.

I’ve been working on a collection of surface patterns designs for Valentine’s Day. I had planned to get them done a while ago but things happen, right? Residual holiday stuff. Family interruptions. Higher priority projects. You name it. This week’s blog is about my top 3 tips to find your flow again when you’ve gotten off track.

Is there someone who has been incredibly instrumental in your life? Someone you call a friend, mentor, and teacher, perhaps? Bonnie Christine, an internationally renowned surface pattern design, checks all those boxes for me. She’s a true inspiration in my life and I love everything she does both personally and professionally.

This week I’m full of excitement as I invite you to join my Pattern Design Academy® program, the most comprehensive online course and coaching program for creating, perfecting, and selling your artwork in the surface design industry!

Hi there, my creative friend! I’m so excited to be back in full swing and January is always a very fun month in #annesuniverse. Why you might ask? January is the start of a new year. It’s a time to reflect on your accomplishments from 2023 and a time to get excited about the opportunities ahead.

Well, hello there, my friend. If you have been around these parts for a little while, you know that from time to time, I do this amazing training called the Doodles Coaching Week. I’m offering it again and it’s updated with new features. I’m always looking for ways to make your learning experience better, easier and more engaging. Everything starts on January 17 and you don’t want to miss it.

Happy New Year and welcome to 2024. Wow - I can’t even believe it’s 2024. I’m very excited about what 2024 has in store for us as creative entrepreneurs. January is always a special month in #annesuniverse because I run my From Doodles to Dollars® Coaching Week.

Happy Holidays! I hope you had a lovely Christmas. This blog is super short because I want us all to enjoy the break between Christmas and New Years.

I’m so excited! I’ve been dreaming about offering a creative mastermind program for the past three years. It’s thrilling to share who’s joined so that you meet this unique group of creative and ambitious women who are embarking on a transformative journey in 2024 as Founding Members of my Creative Business Mastermind. 

Every year, the design world eagerly anticipates the announcement of the Pantone Color of the Year. This tradition, which began in 1999, started when Pantone’s educational arm, the Pantone Color Institute, wanted to engage the design community and color enthusiasts around the world in a conversation around color.

When I lost my fancy corporate job, I was bound and determined to figure out how to build a business of my own. I didn’t know anything about being an entrepreneur. I didn’t know anything about online businesses either but I knew, if I sought out the right mentors, I’d be able to figure it out.

Welcome to this week’s blog. I’ve been dreaming about this moment for about three years and I’m thrilled to share some very exciting news with you. Are you a creative entrepreneur struggling to channel your gifts into a thriving business? You're not alone.

Are you ready to dive into the world of surface design and unleash your creative potential? I’ve got a special Black Friday Surface Design Bundle to help you. This limited-time offer expires on Cyber Monday, so let's explore what this incredible bundle has in store for you.

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching here in the U.S. It’s a natural time to gather with family and show our gratitude and appreciation for each other. This week’s blog is about the 5 key benefits of developing a gratitude practice. It’s not just about saying: “Thanks!”

Welcome to this week’s blog. I’ve been talking about masterminds a lot lately and if you’ve missed any of my prior blogs about them, just go to annelafolletteart.com/blog. I’m taking a bit of a different approach this week because it’s Fall and the days are shorter which makes them perfect for curling up with a good book. Don’t you agree?

I'm back from a fabulous mastermind meeting held in the beautiful city of Charleston, South Carolina, and I'm bursting with insights and reflections to share. But before I dive in, catch up on my previous blogs about masterminds at these links: The Power of Masterminds and Elevate and Evolve with Masterminds.