Hey First name / friends!
 
This week's #CreateWithCatCoq challenge is a based on a travel-inspired trend – Marrakech Magic! 
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Artwork reminiscent of Morocco is growing in popularity and brings a sense of desert charm to the world of surface design. Explore this trend by getting inspired by intricate Moroccan tile, lush palm trees, and desert animals like camels!
 
One of my students in The Art of Collections, Aby of Aby Creative Journey, decided to tap into this trend for her next collection. She was inspired by a recent trip she took to Tunisia which has a similar vibe to the Moroccan aesthetic.
 
She did a great job of capturing behind-the-scenes footage of her drawing on location while nestled amongst her inspiration!
 
Pro tip: Clients love when collections have a story behind them. Capturing behind the scenes moments of your inspiration can give your artwork a leg up when it comes to potential collaborations.
 
Recently, I've had more and more of my licensing partners request to feature not just my work, but me as an artist! This has given me a great opportunity to share the inspiration behind my artwork so that customers can connect more with the product and the story. In this new world of AI, it feels great to see that brands will always value human creativity and storytelling!
 
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Aby has now turned these travel-inspired drawings into a stunning collection in her portfolio! I love how her characters all have such personality! She also has a great use of texture and color in her art. 
 
This is a fabulous and versatile collection, and I hope to see it on products soon! Great work, Aby! ✨
 
 
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#CreateWithCatCoq
Marrakech  Magic 
 
You don't have to have traveled to Morocco or Tunisia to get inspired by this trend. There are plenty of stunning images available to fill your inspiration cup!
 
Share your artwork on Instagram with the hashtag #CreateWithCatCoq and most importantly, make sure to tag me in the photo @catcoq for a chance to be featured! 
 
 
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Maximalist Florals
This challenge was so much fun! These beautiful floral patterns really made it feel like spring is in the air. 
 
If you want to be featured in this newsletter and on my Instagram stories, make sure to tag @catcoq in the actual photo you post so I can find your work! 
 
 
Have a fabulous week!
 
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