Design Spotlight: Andrew Winters
Today’s Design Spotlight shines on Andrew Winters of PlainFolk Greetings, an artist with a unique vision and a great sense of humor!
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I have always enjoyed both drawing and making people smile, so designing humorous greeting cards was a natural fit. ‘
After a career path change in 2009, I used the extra time to dedicate myself to seriously being funny (I know–oxymoron). My inspiration for PlainFolk Greetings came to me while driving through the country roads of beautiful Lancaster County, PA. It began with the simple hand-painted lettering used by people to sell their home grown produce. It was all very organic.
Naturally, Lancaster is known for it’s Amish community and the farm life in general, so that became my theme. I do try hard not to be disparaging of the Amish lifestyle when developing gags or admittedly bad puns. My featured card is a personal favorite that typifies the simple but strong message I try to offer card buyers.




Hysterical, Andrew! I have never really seen your cards until this post. I love your sense of humor and this card is at the top of my list. 🙂 Congratulations on taking the spotlight today.
Thanks for the uplifting words, Alda!
I’m so glad you are on GCU because we need humor, different art styles, and unique subjects. I wish you many sales!
Gail Pepin
I appreciate your kind sentiments, Gail. Best of luck to you on your card sales, too!
Simply clever! Glad to have you Andy 🙂
Great cards! What a great style.
Your cards are fabulous. I hope you continue to make more!
Thanks for the words of encouragement, Stacia. Best of luck to you, too!