Friday, October 8, 2010

Focus On... Lisa Barbero Illustration! {And A Giveaway!}


Lisa Barbero Illustration


Do you see this print below? I did. And I fell in love. I am already envisioning it on my bedroom wall. I'm even considering basing my next paint color on it. If Deutsch isn't your thing, do you see the lemons print below? Because it's also awesome. Basically, Lisa is awesome. And if you read on, you'll see that for yourself! Don't forget to check out her awesome giveaway as well!

{i love you in germany - my absolute fave print of Lisa's!}

Tell me some basic info about yourself. I've wanted to be an artist since I was in kindergarten. Right then, at the age of five, I decided I was one and I’ve been one ever since.

I live in upstate New York on an acre and a half of gorgeous earth with my soul mate and our munchkins. Together, with lots of animals, we live in a constant, yet subtle state of happy.


What kind of mediums do you use and why? I've experimented with pretty much everything but these days I tend to use mostly pen and ink in conjunction with my computer. I still occasionally get the urge to hold my paint brush though.


What made you decide to sell on etsy? I have been an artist since I can remember. It’s what I love to do and what I am best at. Why not try to make some money doing it?


Where do you get your inspiration? Everywhere. And I mean that literally. There’s no telling when inspiration will hit or where. I often find the shower one of the most inspirational places. It’s a great place to let my mind wander into other worlds.

{two}

What is your favorite music to craft by? I listen to everything under the sun. Well, almost everything. I will not listen to rap or country as a rule. My favorites are classic rock, grunge, and what I think of as my “easy listening” playlist. This includes some Hall and Oats, James Taylor, etc.


When it's cold outside... I would much rather be inside toasty warm with a hot cup of tea and a cozy sweater.

{rock me amadeus - my second favorite!}

When I'm hungry... get out of the way or lose a limb.


When I need a boost... I get some kisses from my hubby.


I wish I was/were... selling more prints at the moment.


If I could give one gift to everyone I know, it would be... the gift of true love. Everyone should get the chance to know what it’s like to really and truly love and be loved back.


If I could have coffee with anyone, it would be... the Dalai Lama


If you were an animal, what would you be? I’m already an animal and I like it that way.
{editor's note: love that answer!}


What's your favorite piece of your own?
There are actually a few but Margot is topping out at number one these days. She’s so quirky and comfortable in her dinosaur skin.


What are your favorite blogs/websites right now?
There are a few that I check in on every now and again but the list is a bit long. I make a point to limit computer time since I’m more interested in drawing and being with my family.


You can find Lisa on her blog
on facebook
and on etsy!


Lisa has offered up a print of the winner's choice for a giveaway {up to an $18 value}!


{make love and bake cookies}




- To be eligible for entry, you must be a follower of my blog through google friend connect or through your preferred RSS reader. -
- Make sure you leave me a way to contact you if you win. -
- Please leave separate comments for each entry. -

First entry (mandatory):
Head over to Lisa Barbero Illustration and tell me your favorite item!

Extra entries (optional):
- Follow Lisa's blog.
- Heart Lisa Barbero Illustration on etsy.
- Like Lisa Barbero Illustration on Facebook.
- Sign up for the Kate and Oli mailing list.
Follow me on Twitter, tweet about this giveaway and leave me the link.
- Add my button to your blog.
- Like Kate and Oli on Facebook.
- Blog about this giveaway and leave me the link.

Fine print: Giveaway begins when it is posted and ends at 11:59pm pacific standard time October 16, 2010. A winner will be selected by a random number generator on October 17, 2010 and will be emailed promptly. Lisa will ship anywhere in the world!

44 comments:

  1. A Beautiful Thing is my favorite!
    susanerios at hotmail.com

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  2. LIKE kate and oli on FB
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  3. Following Lisa Barbero's blog!!!

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  4. fave: I love you Germany & Chicago #2
    deannalw47 @hotmail.com
    xoxoxo

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  5. hearted etsy shop
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    xoxoxo

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  6. mailing list
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    xoxoxo

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  7. GFC lisa's blog
    deannalw47 @hotmail.com
    xoxoxo

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  8. i love these! especially fawn and margot the dinosaur. too adorable!

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  9. I love the Mid Morning - 8 x 10 Illustration Print!!

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  10. I like Ava - 8 x 10 Illustration Print the best

    Donna
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  11. I follow Lisa Barbero's blog

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  12. I "heart" Lisa Barbero Illustration on ETSY

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com
    ETSY username: 2Cats4Me

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  13. I subscribe to your mailing list

    Donna
    dwarrington1@gmail.com

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  14. I'm a facebook fan.

    Donna Hufman Warrington
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  15. My favourite piece is the 'Lover's Tree No.2 - 8 x 10 Illustration Print'

    Kate1485 at hotmail.com

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  16. I'm following you on Twitter (@NTFancy) and I tweeted about it:

    http://twitter.com/NTFancy/status/26840523777

    Kate1485 at hotmail.com

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  17. I'm a fan of Kate and Oli on Facebook (Kate Ryan)

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  18. I am your follower.
    I like Anna in the Chicory Garden - 8 x 10 Illustration Print best.:-) thanks
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  19. I follow Lisa's blog.
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  20. I hearted Lisa Barbero Illustration on etsy. (Lubaska)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  21. I like Lisa Barbero Illustration on Facebook. (Lubka Kotmanikova)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  22. I signed up for the Kate and Oli mailing list.
    lubaska at hotmail dot com

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  23. I follow on Twitter, tweeted
    http://twitter.com/Lubaska/status/26877293775
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  24. I like Kate and Oli on Facebook. (Lubka Kotmanikova)
    lubaska dot k at gmail dot com

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  25. Promise 8 x 10 Illustration and Typography Print
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  26. i follow her on GFC as amber01sw
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  27. i like her on FB as Amber Lusk MacDonald
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  28. i like u on FB as Amber Lusk MacDonald
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  29. i follow and shared on twitter as Amber01sw
    http://twitter.com/#!/amber01sw/status/27091967302
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  30. My favorite is the Make Love and Eat Cupcakes!

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  31. Added shop to favorites

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  32. They are really original! My fave one is 'Love is real'

    My email is svlara(at)gmail(dot)com

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  33. My favorite item is Lemons - 8 x 10 Illustration and Typography Print.
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  34. I follow Lisa's blog.
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  35. My favourite item is Promise 8 x 10 Illustration and Typography Print

    would look great in my bedroom ! :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  36. followed her blog :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  37. Signed up for your mailing list and LIKE your Facebook fan page :)

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  38. i love the Just Breathe illustration and the Make Love and eat Cupcakes illustration. so cute!

    kendallcrowgirl(at)gmail(dot)com
    i follow you through GFC, under kendall crow

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  39. I'm a GFC follower. My fave is the Live Happy, Love Forever print! tylerpants(at)gmail.com

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  40. Following Lisa's blog. tylerpants(at)gmail.com

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  41. Signed up for the Kate and Oli mailing list. tylerpants(at)gmail.com

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