> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.beechbumblvd.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # My Small Business - URL: https://www.beechbumblvd.com/test-postcard-2/ - Published: 2026-10-05T17:21:00.000Z - Updated: 2026-10-22T05:43:15.000Z - Author: Bee - Tags: THE STUDIO, 004 ![The Small Town Studio](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TheSmallTownStudio.png) ![My Watercolor Palette](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/watercolorpalette.png) ![My Camera](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MyCamera.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TheSmallTownStudio.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/watercolorpalette.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MyCamera.png) ![Art Mural Photo](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7646-2.JPG) ![The Small Town Studio Packaging](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7051.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7646-2.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7051.JPG) ## The Story of The Small Town Studio I have always had a love for small towns. There is something so exciting about them and I grew up in one. I love road trips where you stop town to town exploring the unique small businesses that keep the town alive. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7646.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/5DB390C9-9831-4DDB-B24B-8DAE281B005E.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/6CDD45D6-1E90-4E8F-A7A2-7D9CB127B28D-2.JPG) I wanted to capture everything that I loved about a small town and turn it into something tangible, a keepsake, souvenir, a little memory you can revisit. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/FullSizeRender-copy.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00526-2-1.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6985-copy.jpg) ## In October of 2020, I started water coloring. My very first watercolor and ink was the Barnegat Lighthouse then I painted a Ship Bottom Beach Badge. And they were rough. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6070.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6119.JPG) I started experimenting with different techniques and I drew my sister’s 1969 LBI classic cape. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6207.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6210.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6214.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6093.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6216.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0062-2.JPG) At this time I knew I wanted to paint small town LBI landmarks. I was always inspired by local artists who captured these places like Kathleen Englesen, her work is incredible. I got a new set of professional watercolors and started learning more each day. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6999.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7234.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7020.jpg) My very first LBI drawing was Lucille’s Oh Fudge Building. I loved the giant salt water taffy statue, it is just so iconic on the island as you pass by you can’t help but look at it. I remember when I finished this painting, scanned it in and posted it on Instagram. I was actually shocked that people were liking it. I was just starting out so I wasn't expecting a lot of support. But that's what's so great about small towns, they give back a ton of love. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7673-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6349.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7684.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9325.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6332.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9524.jpg) ## December 2020: I started designing my logo, I was torn between shop or studio. I’m glad I ultimately chose “studio” because I do a lot more than just sell products now. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screen-Shot-2020-12-09-at-10.01.08-AM.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/LOGO.JPG) I was drawing all winter. It was a cold winter in New Jersey and the cozier I got, the more inspiration came to me. When you are stuck inside during a harsh North East winter, the creativity really starts to come out. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9571-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9625-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9545.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9639.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9646.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9716.jpg) ## January 2021: In the new year, I started designing my studio in our apartment on the island. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1822.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1166.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1294.JPG) ## February 2021: I continued to paint, finalized my logo, started planning social media, and sketched up some ideas for market display for future pop ups. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1226-copy.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/color.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/63596566259__4235DE6E-5311-4C3E-BABB-CCC843EDB5E6.JPG) ## The Watercolor Kit Now this was something I was so excited about. I designed a prototype for one of my favorite products, The Small Town Studio Watercolor Kit. I really felt like I was onto something. I designed all the labels and came up with the designs for the packaging. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/thesmalltownstudio_trademarkinfo20212-2.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screen-Shot-2021-02-28-at-2.44.27-PM.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1354.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1355.JPG) ## March 2021: In March, I drew and painted a new Barnegat Lighthouse, the classic LBI Exit 63 GSP sign, Barnegat Bay channel marker, the LBI billboard, How You Brewin, The Boatyard, Holiday Snack Bar and staples from The Local. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1509-copy.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1523.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1519.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1578-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1633.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2079.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1913-copy.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1627.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1611.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1683.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1696.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1797.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1817.JPG) I was drawing so much, I actually got a ganglion cyst in my wrist, which was totally gross but the product of nonstop working due to pure excitement. Then onto social media. I created my social accounts and started posting. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2230-copy.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1720-1.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1873.PNG) At this point I was looking into product samples so I could print my art and turn them into souvenirs. I ordered my first sticker samples through Sticker Mule on 3/5/21\. And when they arrived I couldn't wait to get photos of them at the actual Barnegat Lighthouse. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2096.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1665.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2106.jpg) My first sticker samples of Ol' Barney I also formed my LLC which sounds very boring but it was one of the most exciting things I’ve ever done. Everything was starting to feel very official. ## April 2021: I sourced and sampled pieces for my watercolor kits. I had to find the perfect watercolor paintbrush and I really wanted to add The Small Town Studio stamped into the brush. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2540.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2563.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2802.JPG) We continued to setup my studio little by little and it was becoming the perfect place to work. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/63968276929__C59FBE21-7369-4205-954C-198F322760B0.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2907.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2910-copy.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2918.JPG) I also officially trademarked my business, The Small Town Studio™. I opened a business bank account. I wanted to do everything the right way and all these official tasks felt like incredible milestones along the way. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TSTS_Logo_noartboard.png) ## May 2021: My custom stamped paintbrushes arrived and I absolutely loved them. I always loved pencils that had this, a mark that wouldn’t eventually rub off, something that lasted. And these brushes were made from FSC certified wood materials. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3609.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3607.JPG) I started researching and sourcing eco-friendly brands for the packaging. I was using [EcoEnclose](https://www.ecoenclose.com/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) mailers, [Noissue](https://noissue.co/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) stamp and tissue paper, [Clear Bags](https://www.clearbags.com/3-13-16-x-5-1-8-flap-premium-eco-clear-bags-100-pieces-gc3x5.html?ref=beechbumblvd.com) plant-based bags, and environmentally-friendly paper by [Neenah/LCI Paper](https://lcipaper.com/environment-cardstock-paper/?brand%5Fcolor%5Fname%5B%5D=Moonrock&ref=beechbumblvd.com). ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00004.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3454.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/2E0DFEE5-A1A9-4DD6-B7DE-06527AA91C8B.JPG) My studio was coming together and I was finalizing details on how to display my products. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3614.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/64367201431__FD41A11A-2E97-4A02-A7DE-A0323EEE6B2D.JPG) ## June 2021 My boyfriend started building my display and I was figuring out how to display my watercolor kits. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4470.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6990.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4480.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4797.jpg) The final prototype of the Watercolor Kit and packaging was finally coming together. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/216148039.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00364.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4140.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4143.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4144.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4146.JPG) When I was creating these initial watercolor kits, I used as many eco-friendly products when sourcing packaging and products. Finding a waterproof mixing palette was difficult so I designed in the shape of a book mark and printed them at a local printer. I wanted to create something that could be used again and again. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-277.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03275.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03288.jpg) ## July - September 2021 The letters for my logo for my sign were printed and I got some decor for the display. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4720.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6279.jpg) My new paint supplies came in and I started to learn how to make my own watercolor paint. I used [**Natural Earth Paint**](https://naturalearthpaint.com/?ref=beechbumblvd.com). This archival quality paint is non-toxic and naturally sourced. Learning how to make your paint was such an eye-opening experience. It's a lot of work when creating bulk amounts of paint but when you're just making a little for your own personal palette it's actually meditative and makes you truly appreciate your medium. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4731-copy.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4767.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4784.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4997.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/507CA534-3CD3-4276-BE29-F277319C1ECD.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_5560.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00677.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00840.jpg) This was also the time when my life long friend had asked me to design her wedding invitations which led to a whole new part of my small business and [**The Small Town Wedding**](https://www.instagram.com/thesmalltownwedding/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) was born. It was also when I created my very first digital drawings. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/SNL_0005.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screen-Shot-2021-07-14-at-2.34.32-AM.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/B843025A-70E4-4329-832C-0DC463CD1FE6.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03266.jpg) In addition to her invites, I also designed signage. Check out the whole gallery [**here**](https://thesmalltownstudio.com/blogs/wedding-gallery/kelly-erik?ref=beechbumblvd.com). She was the reason I now offer wedding invites. At her wedding welcome party, she introduced me as the designer to everyone there. As a very introverted person this made me feel so special and it was her special day. It's such a big part of my business story yet so hard to put into words. The amount of amazing supporters I had in my corner when I was building my business was actually unreal and truly kept me going. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/SNL_2502.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/SNL_2941.JPG) ## November 2021 Fall was the season when I always felt inspired. I was starting to get more products in and captured photos for social and my website. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03383.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03408.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03334.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03297.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03317.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0065-2.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6985.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0068.JPG) Exit 63 Long Beach Island Garden State Parkway Sign, The Barnegat Lighthouse + The Beach Haven Water Tower key chains! My very first Pop-Up was at the Terrace Tavern on 11/27/21 and I was so nervous. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/CC853D02-29F6-4780-8F67-8114A3F652F0.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/9366AA6F-2C3B-4A66-8177-E0DE77F10A40.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0589-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-47.jpg) When I was creating the vision for my pop-up display, I wanted something that felt very coastal and natural. I wanted my souvenirs to feel boutique vs strewn out on a folding plastic table. I was so lucky to have so many people help bring this vision to life. My dad was gathering natural phragmites and one of my best friends was clipping pampas grass from her yard. I loved this so much because during my first pop-up I was extremely nervous and every time I looked at the grasses or my wooden stand I was reminded of everyone who had helped me get to where I am and it was all worth it. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_9611.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6996.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0419.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0444.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/B706C979-B895-4AF5-9AE9-03C131D23C51.JPG) Before the pop-up I had a ton of prep work and really had no idea what this would turn into. I was hand making watercolor paint, working with a local printer for my wooden ornaments, printing my prints and labels in my studio, packaging all the products, ordering stickers and magnets, figuring out my website and adding everything to my new POS. Needles to say, it sure was a lot of work. Not to mention my boyfriend was sanding ornaments, tying strings, helping me in every way possible. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0533.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0571.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0579.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0574.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0585.JPG) ## December 2021 Products were officially being ordered online and I was shipping for the holiday season. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/B2D63767-2F4F-4AFB-8ED9-2E72EEA8FC50.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/68C0937A-2745-4464-9AE7-7A322ED48F8B.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7011.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0849.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/F5B3C305-7E9F-4983-83F6-EF6451E38615.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/E3184B58-08CC-4CEC-9432-FD3C3C4435AC.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/7C4C891C-3613-4A77-A8AB-3C26B8E9D9FE.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/2796C2AC-D705-4F13-92C2-AFD4D6BFE87E.JPG) I started experimenting with screen printing. It was not good. I really wanted it to work because I found this really awesome environmentally-friendly ink made from algae by [Living Ink](https://www.livingink.co/algae-ink?ref=beechbumblvd.com) but it was a challenge I just wasn't ready for. I love trying new things but some things just don't work out and that's okay. Maybe one day I will try this again. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/620C2436-3CC9-484C-A531-91BC0571A531.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0744.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/8008DA6E-B2CE-4478-9518-B378DFA0B674-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-291.jpg) December was the month of shopping small and holiday markets. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/4D9D94C0-2DD4-4D41-8672-9636B690DFFE.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/6CD51845-0980-4E88-B060-7FEBE71A964A.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/2252256B-1E3B-4F5F-AB57-3DA5283A7B73.JPG) Popping-up at small businesses felt natural to my brand. There were so many small businesses in town that really supported each other, especially around the holidays. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0809-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03878.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0816-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03876.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03883.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0818-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0820.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03872.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03875.JPG) Mud City Crab House Makers Market ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0827.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC03944.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-18-at-9.07.34---PM.png) 506 Boutique Holiday Market in Surf City After the holiday markets, I started focusing on my website and the collections I was creating and adding new products. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0972.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0957.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0986.jpg) I loved getting cozy in the studio with a peppermint mocha latte and working away. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7018.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC04288-2.JPG) ## January 2022 The New Year brought a blizzard to our small town. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1403.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1384-1.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1442.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1421.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1419.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1408.jpg) we always walk to the beach in a blizzard, it's so cool to see it snow over the ocean The V-Day Collection was launched. LBI as candy hearts. My first ever sticker sheet was created. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Valentines.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Valentines4.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/D6B261F9-720A-4A9B-BAF4-81907FEDE645.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-479.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-471.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-466.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-453.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-485.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-486.jpg) And a new service was introduced, rental property branding. I branded this adorable rental in Bluffton, South Carolina. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TSTS_PropertyDrawings.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TheCarriageHouse2.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TheCarriageHouse3.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x108012.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x10807.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TheCarriageHouse.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x1080_3.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x1080_2.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x1080_22.PNG) ## March 2022 The island starts to slowly defrost in the Spring. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6227.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3898.JPG) I created branding for The Dune Market in Beach Haven, NJ ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4040.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3932.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4041.JPG) I went out and took some photos of dune grass for inspiration for the drawing ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/post2.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TDM_ProfileIMG_SaltMeadow-2.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/grasslandscape.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TDM_ProfileIMG_Cottage.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7597-3.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TDM_ProfileIMG_SaltMeadow.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x10804.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x10803.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/1920x10802.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-19-at-3.08.22---PM.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/stamp.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Screenshot-2026-10-19-at-3.08.08---PM.png) My first time to Manasota Key was in March 2022\. I was hooked. I definitely envisioned The Small Town Studio venturing to this new little town. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_5127-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/66787062013__D37334FD-52C9-4BB5-B5FE-9783743FFD9D-1.JPG) I totally imagined the welcome sign and these shark teeth as a cute small town studio illustrations ## May 2022 I was invited to be a vendor for my first ever photoshoot for a styled wedding. I designed an oyster shell wedding suite and signage for Parker's Garage in Beach Haven. Check out the Oyster Suite [**here**](https://thesmalltownstudio.com/blogs/wedding-gallery/maddie-jacob?ref=beechbumblvd.com). ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7618.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_5923.JPG) I also booked my first real wedding client. For inspiration, I visited the [New Jersey Maritime Museum](https://njmaritimemuseum.org/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) in Beach Haven to get ideas for their wedding branding. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6028.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7029.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6011.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6013.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6034.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6018.JPG) I love using history to find inspo This suite turned out really interesting and unique. I used elements from the museum and history from our very own town. They were both very creative and help with the direction of the final creative look. Check out the full gallery [**here**](https://thesmalltownstudio.com/blogs/wedding-gallery/alyssa-john?ref=beechbumblvd.com). ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC09933-2.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7466.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC09918.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC09973.jpg) ## June 2022 I was invited to the Beach Haven Art Walk ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/99919181-DEA6-42E8-891C-9689E649F602.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6607.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-830.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6612.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-834.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6613.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-812.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_6614.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/Untitled-819-2.JPG) Then popped-up at Local Kitchen + Market in Ship Bottom ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/3DBAFE7D-AD03-4FFC-8DFB-5E10D27B7F03.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7068.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7738.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/A7990650-C6D2-4727-8865-52096EBEC56A.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/4C9E0529-6F0D-4007-930F-D25F39E93E6E.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7038.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7055.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7037.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7058.JPG) I drew the famous Local Market Chicken Sammy and a Local Latte. I even had little buddy visit, my nephew 🤍 ## July 2022 I popped up at the Ann Coen + Friends Gallery and drew here little building. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7006.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/popup-1.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/C2D3B560-7303-4DB0-BDD0-1949761549FC.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7007.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7640.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7646-1.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7643.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/dockrd2.png) ## Fall + Winter 2022 I worked on some product photography and started shifting to digital drawings. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00306.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00325.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00335.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00369.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00410.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00434.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00541.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0691.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/TSTS_9.JPG) long beach island souvenirs ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/graphics.JPG) I signed up for the [Pilot Institute](https://pilotinstitute.com/course/part-107-remote-pilot/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) Part 107 course to get my commercial drone license. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_1760.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7012.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_2895.JPG) Designed a surf + skate wedding suite for a friend. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/DSC00247.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/reel.PNG) ## The New Year of 2023 In February I passed my drone test and became a certified remote pilot. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7031.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/newfeed_1080x19202.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7035.jpg) ## Fall + Winter 2023 We had decided to make the move Florida. I had one last pop-up and packed up my studio. ## Spring 2023 We moved to Florida and started looking for houses. I drew artwork for [Manasota Key Resort](https://manasotakeyresort.com/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) guest rooms. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_3440.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/layout-proofs.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4325.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4328.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/proofall.PNG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4358.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4359.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4362.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/LivingD_24-Wx36-H3.JPG) I also continued to design wedding goods and was featured in magazines, like Bay Magazine and NJ Bride. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/416_-56.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/2023.03_WBE-131.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7034.jpg) A photoshoot for Bay Magazine at Bonnet Island Estate ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/august_24_2023_0064.JPG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/august_24_2023_0075.JPEG) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7036.jpg) A photoshoot for NJ Bride at The Farm on Main ## 2024 Sadly, this was actually a pretty tough year. We had packed up and moved to Florida but were hit by Hurricane Helene and Milton and temporarily moved back to New Jersey. Sadly The Small Town Studio was on a serious hiatus until we could figure out what our next move was. ## 2025 We finally found a house. The Small Town Studio officially moved to Florida. In the summer I started getting back to business. I started a new collection called The Small Town Series. My first feature was Barry's Do Me a Flavor. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MainPrint.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/All-01.png) A new collection! Florida. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MainPrint-1.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/25693a7ac1baecfa294f9ded5ddcff9067d12b3f.WEBP) I added some new products to the shop like can coolers with original LBI designs. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/LBIBillboard.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_5684-2.jpg) I drew a classic LBI ice cream truck. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MainPrint-3.png) my favorite is a classic cherry 2 ball screwball Another Small Town Series featuring The Boatyard. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/MainPrint-4.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/All-01-1.png) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7092.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7553.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7564.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_0035.jpg) I came home for a weekend in the fall and actually made a surprise pop-up at The Yard Market. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7095.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7093.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_7094.jpg) Now I have a new Small Town Series that's still in the works, Mud City Crab House. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4766-2.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4635-2.jpg) I also started a new shell collection using oil pastels. My goal is to get back to handmade art to take a break from the screens. I still love all of my digital art. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4226.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4188.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4370.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/58/8d/588df8e5-5baa-466d-916f-57f9952331dc/content/images/2026/10/IMG_4455.jpg) ## A New Chapter It actually feels unbelievable that I started [**The Small Town Studio**](https://thesmalltownstudio.com/?ref=beechbumblvd.com) almost 6 years ago. But boy do I have big plans for my little business and can not wait to share the new progress along the way. Stay tuned for beachy Florida collections coming very soon. I will be documenting the journey here and sending postcards whenever I can. A special thanks to everyone who has helped me along the way, you know who you are 🤍