Happy 20th Birthday

Jared is a simple boy. He loves simple things. Like a nice set of speakers. F-22 jets, tanks and legos, and a good Mexican taquito straight from the frozen box and into the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Gotta love my musician. Happy birthday sweetheart. <3

Christmas... or rather, Three King's Day.

This is getting shipped out tomorrow for Jared. Look out Armenia, it's Christmas. .... Almost.

Technically, they celebrate "Christmas" on "Three King's Day"-- oddly enough, Jared and I celebrated 3-King's Day last year by going out to dinner... without knowing what 3-King's Day was. Regardless, he should receive these "around" the Holiday Season!

Italian City Lights

On December 28th, my best friend celebrates his 20th birthday. Has it already been another year since I visited Santa Monica?

Jared and I had a tradition of looking out over the Provo city lights at night, since he is such a city boy. Those were the nights we always spoke of deep and profound things that were very meaningful to us. The glow of night always reminds me now of Elder Hammer.

One day I hope to see the night lights of Italy with this boy-- we always spoke of visiting such a place. Happy Birthday Jared. :)

Note: The bottle is Martinellis! Also a tradition. It's not alcoholic, I promise.

Also, I posted this so early because I have to send it off early in order for it to get mailed in time.

The First Snowfall of Sophomore Year

The first snowfall hit Provo last night and it blanketed the ground today. How beautiful a sight it was. :)

S is for Sleepy Kittens

S is for Sleep.

Maybe I should be

getting more of that.

//Piece from Alphabet Illustrations for

"Jeju Global Initiatives"

Somewhere Only We Know

This piece was created in honor of our first anniversary of dating, and it features all of our favorite places and adventures. Where has the time gone?

1, 2, 3, 4

Plain White T's - "1, 2, 3, 4"

Sundance - One Year Later

October 16th, the day I learned I was in love with you.

Can't imagine where the time has gone. Has it really been a year?

Location: Sundance Ski Resort, Utah

Week 12 of 104

Back on track with illustrations!

Salt Lake City Temple Joys

For Kara Hawks. The Salt Lake City Temple for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has become a symbol throughout the world. To some of us, it is a symbol of absolute joy, and we can't wait to get there someday.

Let the Shadows Fall Behind

A request done for BYU's Resident Assistant Tess Richmond for the entire hall. Their theme is: "Turn your face towards the sun and let the shadows fall behind."

What an inspirational way to start the fall semester.

Airmen to Armenia

Click for Larger Quality.
This is a special piece I finally finished for my missionary, Jared Hammer, as he leaves the MTC to go to Armenia. I titled it: "Airmen to Armenia".
I designed our own "air force insignia" -- we're #26. Anyway, he is a jet fanatic and these are our two favorite planes: the F-22 Raptor and the F-117 Nighthawk.
The idea behind this piece is that we ejected from the planes as we're going over our different countries, the US and Armenia (hence the parachute flags) and even though we'll be far apart, "space" (punny) doesn't matter.
Enjoy!

The Armenians

Finally.
A group photo! Jared and his District all requested this picture of all seven of "The Armenians" in the MTC. They've been together all summer (about 9-10 weeks) and they have grown to be great friends. I printed off 7 copies (as requested) and sent them out today, along with the "Airmen to Armenia" piece. :) Sister Tolman is the camel, Sister Boyle is the clownfish, and sister Kohler is the koala. (They chose. Don't look at me.) Hopefully this will help them remember their amazing time in the MTC together!

Week 6 of 104

Very late post. Sorry!

Week 6 of 104:

Provo MTC (top) : This week was very eventful for my missionary! He and his roommates got to see 6 or 7 apostles and the entire first presidency! When they were coming in the building, they overheard security guards saying things like, "The Snake is in Transfer"! The were awed in the window, looking out. Then, they had a special devotional, where their district was called up to say what they sacrificed on their mission. Awesome!

Gilbert (bottom) : Some of my best friends are in this week's illustration, including the McBeth twins, Cassidy and Kelsea (the bunnies) and Kate Morrell, the red bushbaby. We all went out to lunch to celebrate Jared's one month out! Congrats Jared! I also went to an antique store this week where I found old Air Force patches and a Pilot's cap in perfect condition. Yes, I am the best girlfriend ever. :) They are now in Jared's save box.

Week 5 of 104

This is very late of a post, sorry!

Provo MTC (right) : So this week I received the colored-in picture that I mailed last week to the boys. It was colored in crayons by each boy and then signed by their character. I decided to color all the boys as they colored themselves. I especially thought Seegmiller (Lion) did a splendid job. I'll post the actual picture they colored soon.
But anyway, this week, Jared told me two funny stories that he didn't send in his email. He said that he discovered that the spray function still works on the irons when they aren't plugged in, so he sprayed Maughan before they left to go anywhere. All 4 of the boys kept hearing a moo-ing sound during meals and they joked that the milk machine was hooked to an actual cow in the back. The situation became awkward when they realized it was only the hot chocolate machine making the sounds.

Gilbert (left) : This week I was dragged to the dentist 3 seperate times for 3 seperate appointments (fillings, cleanings, and retainer adjustments.) And I frosted very cute chocolate cupcakes for my birthday tea-party which was so fun. Mmm!

The Hobo Tree in Provo (middle) : Jared and I together under the tree that we took our first walk to and really bonded and became friends. Happy 8 months of dating, Jared. :)

June 26th Premiere and RED TAG Sale!

Welcome one and all to Brusel Berri Ink's RED TAG Sale and June 26th Premiere of all new styles and products, including (but not limited to): "Peaches" Kodomo-Inspired Artwork, "Keepsakes", "Classics", "Custom Invites" and "Your Favorite Things."

Scroll below and take note of the Red Tags on each product! EVERYTHING is marked down for one month during the RED TAG SALE: June 26 to July 26! Take advantage of these price cuts before I head off to school! (Note: Orders will be taken year-round this year! I have a cushier schedule and orders will be much easier to fill.)

Now grab your shopping cart and take a look at our latest and greatest! Keep scrolling all the way down the list, there's a lot to see! ALL MARKED DOWN!

CLICK TO ENLARGE!!!

BRUSEL BERRI INK IS PROUD TO PRESENT.... PEACHES!

A cute little character, full of innocence and sweetness. Get your "Peach" surrounded by their favorite hobby / activity! You'll never get these for cheaper! Ever! It's because they're so new!! SNATCH THEM!

Regularly: $25 / Today: $10 / SAVINGS: $15!!!!




Custom drawn Invites to Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, Birthday Parties, you name it! All custom to your needs. Like to see yourself on your own invitation? It can be done!

Regularly: $20 / Today: $15 / SAVINGS: $5

Brusel Berri Boops - black and white doodles: tiny characters, big fun!

Regularly: $7 / Today: $5 / SAVINGS: $2


Family Portraits in Brusel BEARY Ink Style-- Does your family seem to represent a certain animal? Yeah, so does mine. Capture you all together as animals you appear to represent! It's fun to think about!


(Max out at 6 family members for the deal price. Add $1 for each additional member!)


Regularly: $15 / Today: $10 / SAVINGS: $5

"Keepsakes" Couple - Just you and your sweetheart.

Regularly: $8 / Today: $6 / Savings: $2

"Keepsakes" Family Portrait. This new style makes a debut today, June 26th! Just $10 for a family of 5 or less (you can include the family pet as one of the five!)

Regularly: $15 / Today: $10 / Savings: $5

Brusel Berri Baby! Get a doodle of your sweet little kanoodle (your baby) at their sweetest age! $7 for full bb-ink color, and $5 for black and white line-art.

Regularly: $10 / Today: $5-7 / SAVINGS: $3-5

Cookbook Binders: Always need a place to store your recipes? Look no further. A custom drawn piece of art of you and your favorite foods!

(Price is just for the art part. To get the entire cookbook, binder and all, add the price of a standard binder. Around $2.50 more.)

Regularly: $14 / Today: $10 / SAVINGS: $4

"Your Favorite Things" - A style not available before. Want to see yourself on a pile of your favorite things? It can be done! Give me a list of 5-6 things you love, I'll make it chaotic and cute with you on top of it all!

Regularly: $18 / Today: $13 / SAVINGS: $5

Multi-frame cards: Up to 3 different boxes on a custom card. Fill it with whatever you'd like! Maybe an action shot of your kid making a soccer goal?

Regularly: $13 / Today: $10 / SAVINGS: $3

Custom Stationary: Tired of black and white lined paper? With this product, you can print off a custom made piece of stationary just for you, all 8 x 11 1/2 inches. Request any drawing you'd like: You at your desk, you holding a pencil or an instrument or in your work clothes, anything at all, really. Anything that defines you! From the desk of.... you!

Today: $8

(Strictly digital, no prints made by me. I'll email you the file, and it's yours to print forever!)

Dear Elder... Stationary! Got a missionary out in the field? Get some fancy-shmancy paper to tell him all about your week. Print off 300,000 copies straight from home! Everything is custom about these sheets (no, your Elder doesn't have to be an animal. You can choose any other style available (Peaches, Classics, etc) with any background and any header message! Custom to your needs! Get creative and get writing those boys!

Today: $8

Custom Birthday Cards: Got a summer birthday? Save some cash!

Regularly: $11 / Today: $9 / SAVINGS: $2

Brusel Berri Ink "Classics" are marked down for the sale. Get your favorite traditional style that's been drawn for 2 years now-- for less!

Regularly: $10-12 / Today: $9 / Savings: $1-3

Notepads & Journals: Custom made straight onto a notepad for your thoughts to be written down! (Standard 80 sheet half-pad, unless otherwise requested larger.) Not only do you get the art, you get a place to keep your thoughts on 80 sheets of complete custom cuteness!

Regularly: $25 / Today: $21 / SAVINGS: $4

Complex Classics: The traditional style gets a price cut! Anyone you'd like in any environment, in any activity! From playing cards to running in a race, get whatever and whoever drawn for any occasion-- for less!

Regularly: $18 / Today: $15 / SAVINGS: $3

"From Start to Finish" -- get a 4 frame view of how your piece came to be. (Note, this price can be lower, depending on complexity of request. "From Start to Finishes" can be requested on other products too.

Regularly: $20 / Today: $18 / SAVINGS: $2

CARD PACKS COMING IN JULY! 4 for $12 of different general styles!

Coming Soon!!

Week 4 of 104

This week marks 100 weeks left. :)

Provo MTC (right) : Jared & his roommates: Elder Maughan-key, Elder Seegmiller (lion), and Elder Dicus (tiger) surviving a week of the cold being passed from one to another ending in Maughan being stuck with it. They also had some awkward run-in's with missionaries barging in wanting to trade ties, like the ones going to Florida that were "obnoxious beyond belief." They were polite, Jared says, but they were all saying, "Gunaugh" (Get out in Armenian)! -- If the writing is small here on facebook, the big guy is saying: "Bust out your ties or I bust down this door." and Dicus is laughing, saying: "He's huge, Seeg!" and Seegmiller is saying: "Be nice, Dicus." and Jared & Maughan are saying: "Gunaugh. Seriously."

Gilbert (left) : Me going tubing on the salt river earlier in the week, and me celebrating my 19th birthday with all the fun things Jared sent me in the mail on friday. Happy Birthday to me!

PEACHES

Brusel Berri Ink is proud to present... PEACHES!



Mark your Calendars! This style will be added to the BB-ink collection of art when it debuts on June 26th, 2011!

Click the picture to the right for a bigger view! Notice all the tiny details, color, and fun put into each one!

They will be available by request starting June 26th (for customs), and starting at the end of July for general cards (set of four cards included in this pack)!



PRICING:



The details put into each piece of this kind are very fine and custom to your needs. Each piece can display you or a person you know (& love enough to get them a picture drawn of them) doing an activity you love to do! These are more slightly expensive (barely) than other styles due to the time-intensive care put into each one.



Customs: Available on June 26th


$25 per character
Note: Character = (you or the person requested to be drawn)!



SNEAK PEEK!



BEGINNING IN JULY:



Hand-Crafted & Drawn Card Sets: Available Late July





Pack of Four "General" Cards: $15 for the four pack or $4.50 for each single hand-crafted card sold seperately.



Pack Includes:



-1 Birthday Card


-1 "Get Well Soon" Card


-1 "I love you" Card


-1 "Thank you!" Card





Stay tuned for more June 26th debuts!

Week 3 of 104

Week 3 of 104:
TOP (Provo MTC) : By special request from the Elders, I was asked to make a special picture for this week's illustration: Elder Seegmiller wanted to be drawn as a lion, and Elder Dicus as a tiger, and they all wanted to be together! Due to the fact that their district loves to play beach volleyball together, it's only fitting that they "Go Forth and SERVE!!"
PS: They are currently having an argument over which it is -- a creamsicle or dreamsicle! Quite the controversy! I love my Elders! (Especially that handsome Bear!)

BOTTOM (Gilbert) : This week, I (Peachy-Bear) grew up a lot spiritually, hence the middle photo of Peachy-Bear with scriptures and such. Then, on the left, I'm seen with Jennifer Lee, an owl, being silly together like we did this week to celebrate my birthday early. On the right I am shown exhausted at work (Bath and Body Works) late into the night, 1:30am, setting up for the semi-annual sale. What a week for the both of us!

Week 2 of 104

Week 2 of 104:

Top (PROVO MTC) = Jared (Elder Jar-Bear here) and his companion, Elder Maughan (Pronounced Mahn = Elder Maughan-key) learning Armenian and working together during week 2 of the mission in the MTC. :) Yay! He can already read and write the language!

Bottom (GILBERT) = Me in a pile of my junk as I try to sort through the biggest hurricane of a room full of old belongings, playing the sorting game of what stays and goes. Still in progress too. A very messy job..

Week 1 of 104

Week 1 of 104:

Top (PROVO MTC) = Jared got dropped off and entered the MTC on May 25, 2011. He was overwhelmed by the intense language and schedule, but after the first 2-3 days, settled in, worked harder and let the Lord help him become stronger! What a great example.

Bottom (GILBERT) = Peach (Me) is planted for 2 years to grow on her own! Hopefully, when Jared gets back, I'll be sweeter than ever, and I won't just be a peach anymore. I'll be a peachy-bear!

Bear & Peachy Bear

For Jared Hammer. :)

Bear and Peach

Little Bear and Peach :)