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the colors and shapes of paintings in progress,
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7 Tips for Embracing Fall & Winter
Discover simple, soulful ways to embrace fall and winter with cozy rituals, creative inspiration, and mindful practices that bring more beauty and ease into the darker months.
Coastal Whispers Preview/Lookbook
Preview of the Coastal Whispers Collection: Mini Watercolor Paintings inspired by the sea
Art Collaboration: Two Hummingbirds
Art Collaboration Book Exchange: From Charleston South Carolina to Mystic Connecticut: Two colorful Hummingbird painting
Artistic Escape: A Tribute to My “Mentor for Living,” Jimmy Buffett
Artistic Escape: A tribute to my mentor for living Jimmy Buffett
Are You a Tree Hugger Like Me? How Planting Trees Can Make a Difference
The Benefits of Planting Trees: Ways to Celebrate Arbor Day
Spring Renewal: What's Blooming
Spring brings such a beautiful invitation to stop, pause, appreciate, and wake up a bit. Here’s a beautiful list of my favorite ways to welcome spring that I hope you will enjoy. It's full of ideas, color, and inspiration.
Helpful Tips for a Beautiful Garden
Discover 11 simple, beautiful ways to create a pollinator-friendly garden that supports bees, butterflies, and birds. Artist Laura Gaffke shares seasonal tips, favorite flowers, and inspiration from her own garden to help you grow a space full of life, color, and creativity. Includes a free printable guide to bring more beauty and balance to your outdoor space.
A Small Gift From the Studio
Join my newsletter, and I’ll send you six floral phone wallpapers, each with a positive affirmation — a simple way to carry the art with you throughout the day.
You’ll receive occasional notes about new work, life in the studio, and early access to upcoming collections.