I Donated a Design for Lin-Manuel Miranda

Hey all - I can't believe how long it's been since I last posted.  I have to admit, I lost some of my blogging mojo over the summer.  The news cycle has really exhausting and depressing, sapping my energy.  Anyone else been feeling that way?

So here's a rather long update.

I did participate in Inktober on my Instagram feed - channeling some of my frustration in my journal and practicing my lettering.

That helped a lot.  I also did some work with my new Hanukkah stencil from Stencil Girl Products.  Just creating a Hanukkah stencil and making art with it feels like a political act, when we have a  President who is talking about requiring everyone to say Merry Christmas.  (Not that I mind saying that! or feel offended when people say it to me!  Plus I love all the lights and the decorations and Santa.)
But what really got me going was being tapped by Lin-Manuel Miranda's licensing company to design the artwork for merchandise to raise money for Puerto Rico.   The island is in dire condition and needs our help.

For this reason, I, and other artists, are coming together to auction art to raise money for the Hispanic Federation, which is on the forefront of raising money for relief and rebuilding.  The auction starts on 10-30 - and I hope you will all participate!  New items are being added every day, and by 10-30, it will be super exciting.  I hope we will raise lots of funds for a great cause.  

That's it for now.  Let me know what you've been up to!

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Judaica by Jessica Sneak Peeks!

I thought I'd share what I've been up to lately.

Believe it or not, I've been busy designing Hanukkah products!  Here are some "Judaica by Jessica" designs that you can expect to see in stores near you Hanukkah 2017:

Let me know your thoughts! 

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Your comments make me so happy and let me know you were here. I read and treasure every comment and will happily answer any questions as soon as I can.

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Sneak Peek at Licensed Art in the Works

I usually blog about my mixed media life.  But occasionally, I like to give you a little glimpse into my licensing work.  This work is my main source of income and takes up most of my time.

I started my journey in 1996 as a greeting card designer for Recycled Paper Greetings.  In this digital age, people still send cards!  The last directive from RPG was for edgy cards with millennial appeal.  My 25 year old daughter gave these the thumbs up!  (The small white rectangles at the bottom of each card represent the inside copy.)

Another big part of my licensing life is Judaica work.  If you search "Jessica Sporn Judaica" you will find a lot of me on the internet and probably in a Judaica store near you.  Most of these works are on usable objects, such as seder plates, menorahs, and other ceremonial items, as well as on greeting cards.  Here's a peek at what's coming for Hanukkah and Passover 2017.

If you're interested in licensing your art, I highly recommend the "Make Art That Sells" classes with Lilla Rogers.  Joan Beiriger and J'net Smith, who have been in the licensing world for decades, keep great blogs with tons of resources.  And Art Licensing Show is a wonderful community of supportive artists with monthly challenges and resource sharing.  My very first inspiration was Kathy Davis, who was an artist with Recycled Paper Greetings when I first started with them.  She has advice for artists here.

I hope you enjoyed this little foray into my "other" art life!  All of my posts that reference licensing are here.  And of course, my Stencils and Stamps are how I've put my licensing chops to work in the mixed media world!

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How to Support Civil Liberties through Art

Today is Giving Tuesday, and so I offer this art for sale to support the Southern Poverty Law Center, which is on the forefront of fighting hate, promoting tolerance, and seeking justice

Please share with anyone you know who might want to purchase a handmade holiday gift and support an extremely good cause.

First up - Angels Mounted on Vintage Dominos, ready to hang, 2 3/4" x 5 1/2": $38 each, which includes shipping in the United States, $45 outside the USA.

Angel with Bluebird SOLD                                                 Angel with Sleeping Cat  SOLD

Angel with Compass   SOLD                                                 Big Eyed Angel

Angel with Peacock                                                      Flying Angel

Next up:  two 6 x 6" two House Blessing canvases, $48 each, which includes shipping in the United States, and $52 outside the United States.   

Hamsa Home Blessing SOLD

House with Heart Blessing  SOLD

These are all mixed media, original art.

HOW TO PURCHASE:  
1.  Let me know in the comments if you would like to claim one of them.
2.  Include your email address and country for shipping.
3.  Look for a paypal invoice and pay it, and I will ship your item to you!

Also, check out Society6, where you can purchase my Safe Heart image on apparel, mugs, bags and more, with all proceeds going to the Southern Poverty Law Center.  Let's make the world a better place through art!

 Let's make the world a better place through art!  Thank you in advance for your support,

 Love, Jessica

         Visit Stencil Girl Products and RubberMoon Stamps to see all my designs!

If you haven't already - please connect with me here:

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Your comments make me so happy and let me know you were here. I read and treasure every comment and will happily answer any questions as soon as I can.