Category — raw talent

Hello all! Some of you have asked about the person behind Ever So Lovely so I thought I would give you a little intro. My name is Brandi Bowen and I am a graphic designer, artist, illustrator, jewelry designer and fiber artist living in Raleigh, NC. I am engaged to the love of my life with three sweet cats who make our home (and lives) complete.

I create original works of art (oil paintings, fine art prints, and ink drawings) in my downtown Raleigh studio. I have been designing jewelry and one of a kind hand painted silk scarves for my shop Creativ*Bee since 2003. I have worked professionally as a graphic designer creating both print and online material for large and small clients and I earned my B.A. in Graphic Design from Meredith College.

There are many things that inspire me when it comes to designing. I love bright colors and pattern and look for inspiration in every day life, nature, fashion, tattoos, discarded things and my ever so handy sketchbook. I’m lucky in the sense that I was raised with parents that encouraged my love of art and always let me draw on the walls in our home. I am also surrounded by friends that are graphic designers, photographers, ceramic artists and jewelry designers which can lead to a pretty creative crowd when we come together. :)

You can also find me here:
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I heart Stina Persson!!! Her unique illustrations have held a special place in my heart for years…misty colors, negative space and use of type are some of the reasons why I love her work so much. Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Persson has created illustrations for big name clients such as Coca Cola, Absolut Vodka, Godiva Chocolatier, Sony Music, Atlantic Records, Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, American Eagle Outfitters, Volvo Japan, DKNY, and Target.

To see more of her lovely work, visit her website.