Hello!

I’m Lauren, a freelance illustrator in Alexandria, Virginia. Like many people, I started drawing as a kid. Inspiration was abound in the form of elementary school projects, dance costumes, my creative friends, and trips to the art supply store with my mom.

As an adult, I spent some time working in advertising in New York, then completed a graduate degree in interior design. While in school, I worked in a stationery store and went on to co-found a custom graphic design business. Through all this, I missed the practice of making art, so I started to draw again!

My passions in life include food, visiting with friends, and dogs! I volunteer with a local animal rescue and can’t say enough positive things about it, don’t get me started! My husband and I have the most brilliant dog we could ever imagine. His name is Teddy and he is a grumpy, lovable senior cattle dog mix.

I’m also a big supporter of mental health awareness. I am living and conquering OCD each day, and hope that others can be more open about their own relationships with mental health.

Humor is a big part of my world and I try to incorporate it into my drawings as often as possible. It makes so many things in life more approachable and accessible. We can always use more of it, wouldn’t you agree?

If you’d like to work with me, or just say hello, email me here!