by Simone Elum | Jun 22, 2021 | All Posts, Process
Behind the Scenes in my New Studio Space 🙂 I know it’s been quiet over here, but guess what? I moved so I’ve been unpacking and setting up my new studio space! I’ve barely had time to make art in the last 6 weeks (that’s why I’m also...
by Simone Elum | Jun 22, 2021 | All Posts, Inspiration
Last Friday was my 13th wedding anniversary and it made me reflect on how l met my husband. In a weird way, I have the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat to thank, in part, for me meeting my husband! What does Basquiat have to do with me finding true love ? Jean-Michel...
by Simone Elum | May 27, 2021 | All Posts, Process
I did this painting of my best friend last year. She’s a wonderful teacher and loves engaging her students, especially now when it is difficult for them to stay focused on learning through a computer screen all day. She thoughtfully invited me to a surprise...
by Simone Elum | May 19, 2021 | All Posts, Inspiration
If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ve noticed that I love using blue 💙! I’m not sure how I stumbled upon the specific shade of blue that I use but I remember not liking the blue ink that came in the bottle and wanted to alter it a little....
by Simone Elum | Apr 29, 2021 | All Posts, Inspiration
After watching the documentary ‘Audrey’ on Netflix, I had some time to reflect on one of my favorite people, Ms. Audrey Hepburn. She was so stylish and sophisticated yet so humble and a “girl next door”. Such a rare combination of qualities. I...
