Design Spotlight: Anura Design Studio

Today, the Design Spotlight falls on Kathleen Cheldelin of Anura Design Studio. Her chosen card is a recent Design of the Day winner. Thanks for stopping by, Kathleen!

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I grew up loving to draw and paint.  Creating Christmas designs is a special pastime for me because at an early age my Mom encouraged me to share my talent.  She would wrap the gift packages in white paper and I would draw and later paint holiday designs on each package.  These childhood treasures became a big hit with family members and bring back many fond memories.

For many years I did commissioned portrait drawing, mostly of children and pets, that provided supplemental income for college, family and later teaching projects.  After retiring from teaching and struggling with arthritis in my hands, I discovered digital art and it has opened up a whole new world of creative expression for me.

I feel so fortunate that I found Greeting Card Universe as an outlet for my creative juices.  I’ve learned much from the many creative artists on the site who are very supportive and willing to share their expertise.  It is great fun and very rewarding to create a design that someone finds meaningful for expressing and/or celebrating a memorable moment in their life.

This little snowman with blue fuzzy hat and mittens was first created for my first grandchild many years ago and what a surprise for me when I discovered  that I could recreate him digitally.  The pen tablet, mouse and supportive art applications are a wonder!