At Pattern Bliss blog I'll be sharing my favorite surface pattern design inspirations, trends, a sneak peek my pattern designs, my favorite shoes, and, of course, cute dog pictures. Plus you'll get a glimpse of what goes on inside my studio in my sketchbook series.
My favorite holiday parties include festive drinks and outfits—and a few well-mannered dogs.
For creative projects and collaborations, contact me via my portfolio here. You can follow me on Instagram at chris_coco_olson.
Image: Holiday card by Chris Olson featuring a festive reindeer dog and Christmas tree hat.
Read MoreLiving in Colorado has so many perks. The mountain air and high altitude sunshine is fuel for creativity. New illustration of a morning run in the mountains. This is a detail of my mixed media art.
Read MoreI volunteer at an animal rescue and black pets--cats and dogs--are often overlooked for adoptions just because of their fur. So next time you adopt a pet, consider the lovely black cat. I think they are gorgeous. ✨ #blackcatday
Read MoreAs a mom to three dogs, I am delighted to introduce my new "Thanks, Dawg" note cards at Papyrus. You can find the boxed set of ten at Papyrus here.
Designing this note card for Papyrus came naturally to me. I am an illustrator and designer, but I am also passionate about my work as a dog adoption counselor for a dog rescue organization here in Colorado. Finding forever homes for dogs is so rewarding. Not only do I get plenty of puppy kisses, I have the privilege to give a voice to our canine companions who truly appreciate their human family with unconditional love. These shelter dogs teach me so many things about resilence and compassion. A dog who is homeless is so much more than a needy dog--he could be your new best friend. As the saying goes, I didn't rescue the shelter dog, the dog rescued me. (You can see the three dogs that rescued me below.)
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