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Tuesday, November 24, 2015 9:55:41 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Middle Grade Fun:
Laura said, "I'm working on adding more middle grade art to my website. I'm also writing middle grade stories now. So much fun! I like writing exciting adventures with a dash of kookiness."

Tuesday, November 24, 2015 9:55:41 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Inktober 2015:
Laura said, "I just love Inktober! Here are a few of the sketches I created this year. You can follow me on Instagram to see what else I'm up to."

Friday, August 14, 2015 12:23:47 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Elephant Day and a Doodle:
Laura said, "Elephant Day 2015  IllustrationI love drawing elephants! At one point, I had way too many elephants in my portfolio, but recently I realized that there are none now. I'll have to remedy that situation.I've been able to fit some fun creative..." more

Wednesday, August 12, 2015 1:31:46 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Painting video:
Laura said, "Circles 5x7 on canvasHere's a little video of me painting and collaging this piece.Totally professional set up here.Video and editing credit to my my son, Josh."

Tuesday, April 7, 2015 1:02:52 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Working on character:
Laura said, "I can't show most of what I'm working on right now, but one thing I can show is this little lady. She's currently starring in a story I'm working on. I think she's up to no good."

Tuesday, March 24, 2015 10:31:46 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Blog? What blog?:
Laura said, "Poking my head up for  a quick hello. I've added a couple of new black and white pieces to my website."

Monday, December 8, 2014 8:47:39 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Monday is starting with a bang.:
Laura said, "The last week has been a whirlwind of possibilities and good news. My head is spinning! I'll be able to share at some point early next year, I hope. Meanwhile…One of the things on my to do list was to get my Etsy shop up and..." more

Monday, December 1, 2014 11:53:11 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Newsflash!:
Laura said, "I have fantastic news! I am now represented by Justin Rucker of Shannon Associates! I'm thrilled to be part of such a wonderful agency. I have been a fan of their artists for a long time and am proud to be included amongst such talented people. I'm..." more

Monday, November 17, 2014 3:09:39 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Let's play Hopscotch!

Friday, November 7, 2014 10:26:22 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Kids, kids, kids. This week's sketching.:
Laura said, "Busy week in the studio. Aside from my work that I can't show you just yet, I've also been creating some new work.I always post process shots on my Instagram account. Come over for a visit!"

Tuesday, October 28, 2014 10:41:24 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Fall Postcards 2014:
Laura said, "It's postcard time again. I try to send them out 4-5 times a year, but was a little behind due to some big projects over the summer.For this postcard, I took a story I'm working on and developed the character and this scene to showcase.Here's the..." more

Thursday, October 9, 2014 8:41:42 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Chicken Witches:
Laura said, "Chickens really can fly, you know."

Tuesday, October 7, 2014 11:11:44 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Inktober Day 2, 3, 4:
Laura said, "I've gotten a little behind with #Inktober, but that's ok. I'm doing it for fun, so no harm. Last night I had so many ideas! I love it when that happens.I have a spiffy new sketchbook from my birthday that I'm using. (Thank you Tracy!)My St...." more

Monday, October 6, 2014 12:15:36 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Meeting Miss Molly and Miss Kelly:
Laura said, "Me and Kelly LightMe and Molly IdleI have some great friends I've never met. Let me clarify, I've never met them in person. We Skype, Hangout, text, tweet, & message, but have never met face to face. This year has been great for finally meeting..." more

Thursday, October 2, 2014 11:47:29 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled A Sketchy Catch Up Post:
Laura said, "If you're not following me on Instagram, you might have missed a few things.First of all, I've decided to participate in Inktober, a daily challenge for the month of October. I've got some crazy deadlines, so I'm not sure I'll manage it each day,..." more

Tuesday, September 30, 2014 12:41:18 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Goodbye September:
Laura said, "I'm really looking forward to Fall. It's not here yet, weather wise, but I'm ready. I can't wait for pumpkins, colorful leaves, crisp air, and what I hope will be a very wet winter in this dried out state of mine. Happy Fall!"

Tuesday, September 23, 2014 10:11:06 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Lenny's Baby picture:
Laura said, "Sometimes a character shows up with his own story to tell. Lenny must have one, because he won't leave me alone. I think he just loves to share."

Saturday, September 20, 2014 4:36:57 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Lenny the Collector:
Laura said, "I've had this slightly twisted idea in my head for a week, so I decided to sketch it up. This is what deadlines do to me, apparently.This is Lenny the Fly. He collects things. Lots of things. He's very excited to show you his new Human Collection...." more

Monday, August 25, 2014 1:55:14 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled My latest Highlights Hidden Picture:
Laura said, "Just popping into to show you my latest illustration in Highlights Hidden Pictures book.It's in this issue with art by two of my favorite artists Priscilla Burris and Laura Huliska-Beith! Go check it out :)"

Thursday, August 14, 2014 7:35:09 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled How I met Mary Engelbreit:
Laura said, "I just got back from a wonderful vacation to my home town of St. Louis, Mo. It's my favorite vacation spot and the only one where I can completely relax. My kids love it and my husband gets to play golf on the cheap. Reconnecting with my cousins,..." more

Wednesday, July 30, 2014 9:32:25 AM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Summertime, summertime:
Laura said, "This summer I've been writing, sketching, painting, playing, and learning.And I've been attending Nerdy Chicks Rule Summer School 2014, Building Character. You can check it out here. This online class is chock full of goodness and it's FREE! Kami..." more

Monday, June 9, 2014 10:07:29 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Some ideas come fully formed and some show up on the fly:
Laura said, "I get a lot of ideas while I'm doing something else. Most come while I'm on a deadline, of course. This painting came to me in the shower fully formed with the caption already written.Text reads: Once there was a girl who made a wish.It took a..." more

Wednesday, June 4, 2014 4:53:27 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Painting, collaging, gardening, and sketching:
Laura said, "I had a lot of deadlines lately, so I haven't been able to show many sketches of late. I'm also busy writing, which doesn't make for pretty pictures either. Sorry :) Here's my little dog friend as a consolation prize.To recover my mojo, I signed up..." more

Saturday, May 31, 2014 5:47:17 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled The Worm:
Laura said, "I'm sure you've all seen someone do The Worm, but have you ever wondered how worms really dance? I have solved the mystery."

Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:30:44 PM
Laura Zarrin wrote a blog post titled Spring!:
Laura said, "Busy with lots of lovely deadlines right now. Can't wait to show you what I'm working on, but it will have to wait. Here's a quick little sketch to hold you over. Happy Spring!"