Whimsy for Winter

Here is a cute illustration for my July Frankie calendar page. Let me interject here to exclaim and fling my hands up in horror off the keyboard at the fact that half the year is officially done with. But this lighthearted image is a lovely contrast to the winter outside. 

The illustration is by American artist Jill Labieniec. Her drawings have a lovely retro vibe. By limiting herself to a simple colour palette, contrasting one or two muted shades of flat colour that are punctuated by strong black shapes, Labieniec creates striking images full of the inherent charm of 50s style paper cut illustrations. I do love those big red cheeks too.

Check out more of her work at her website, where you can also click through to her Etsy shop and make one of her prints or a letterpress card your own.

Have a great July!