Artist Monica

Summer is starting to heat things up, so here’s a fun gif of  Penguin & Peep  to help you chill out!  It’s from my current WIP (work in progress), a collection of animated shorts with the characters. Don’t worry, when it’s finished it’ll be in full color like the original art print it’s based on. I’ve held back on posting an update until I had something worth sharing.  Obviously, I do now because, come on, who wouldn’t want to see more of  Penguin & Peep ?  In 2017 their comic was kick-started thanks to many wonderful backers, but even before that, I had always dreamed of animating these characters.  I'm happy to announce that a collection of cute/funny shorts is in the works! This post marks the start of a new chapter in my life as I switch gears to focus on animation, and this little snippet is, God willing, the first of many!   I’m inviting you to come along with me as I continue my artistic journey.   I’ll be sharing more about it in upcomin

Merry Christmas Everyone!  May it be full of surprises. -Monica

Greetings, I hope your week is off to a good start!  If not, maybe Penguin & Peep can cheer you up! Penguin & Peep Comic:   Book Cover If you haven't had a chance to purchase Penguin & Peep's Little Moments book , I've still got copies available in my online shop !  Just for e-mail subscribers, I'm offering Free Shipping + 20% off!  Use the code:   FREESHIP20     Hint: The code is good for anything in the shop, not just the book!     Recently I brought Penguin & Peep's book to the Eau Claire Comic Con  and they were received well!  Next I am getting ready for the annual Falling Leaves Art Tour !   Eau Claire Comic Con, Sept. 10th, 2017   Upcoming Events: September 30th & October 1st-  Falling Leaves Art Tour October 7th- MCBA Fall Comic Con (confirmed) November 10th-12th- Kansas City Comic Con           Have a great day!   -Monica

Greetings! I want to give you a little something as thanks for your support in following me, sharing about my work, and supporting my projects! Freebies: Penguin & Peep printable Thank You Card Click here to download a Penguin & Peep printable thank you card Ocean printable Coloring Sheet Click here to download a printable Coloring Sheet of the Ocean design What I’ve been up to: I’ve been taking it easy after a busy season of fulfilling the Penguin & Peep Kickstarter campaign rewards and attending Comic Con San Diego.   Here are a few photo highlights from Comic Con, and if you missed out on the Kickstarter for Penguin & Peep, you can buy a copy of the book online in my shop here ! In front of the Cartoon Network balloons at San Diego Comic Con!  "Ice Bear will take care of it."-We Bare Bears (one of my favorite cartoons on TV right now!) I saw Conan O’Brian on my way back to the hotel one night! I couldn’t help bu

Hello Everyone! The Penguin & Peep Kickstarter has just a few days left and we’re 85% funded- almost there!   If you know anyone who might be interested, please share the link on your social media.   I would really appreciate it!   Thank you for taking an interest in my work! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/artistmonica/penguin-and-peep-little-moments In other News… My boyfriend got a puppy!   Her name is Goldie and she’s a golden retriever-beagle mix! Upcoming Events: Please join me if you’re in the area! MSP Comic Con May 20 th & 21 st https://www.mcbacomicons.com/ Thanks for reading! -Monica

Greetings! This is just a short update to let you know that the Penguin & Peep Kickstarter has launched.  You can view the project at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/artistmonica/penguin-and-peep-little-moments Please take a moment to check it out, pledge if you'd like, and share it with anyone else who might be interested.  The campaign will run until April 27th, 2017. Thanks for your time! -Monica