"If you are humble nothing will touch you, neither praise nor disgrace, because you know what you are." (Mother Teresa)

Today I found out my work was one of the items that was unfortunately cut out of Flea Market Style Magazine by the publisher to make room for some last minute ads. They did mention my work (on page 12), but wires were crossed & my website was inadvertently printed incorrectly 

(my website is 'Studio Lara' NOT 'Lara Harris')...such is life. 

On the bright side, to soften the blow a bit, I am being featured on the Flea Market Style Blog next Wednesday (the 24th) & although I can't say too much, my work WILL be appearing in print at some stage this year so stay tuned! :)

**Now, without further adieu, the winner of the FREE issue of Flea Market Style Magazine & a FREE Giclee Print by yours truly is: bumblebecky !

THANK YOU to everyone who entered & for your WONDERFUL COMMENTS!
**ALSO! For those still searching for their copy of Flea Market Style Magazine, try contacting Margo at Margo's Junkin Journal! She is selling issues from her blog! :)

Getting Ready for Fall...MATTHEW MEAD Giveaway!

Check out Matthew Mead's newest Halloween magazine: Hundreds of Spooky Treats and Clever Crafts for the Best Holiday Ever! Beautiful photos of easy, creative and fun projects and straight-forward directions and patterns that will appeal to crafters of every age.
On newstands NOW throughout the U.S. and Canada!
(from Linda MacDonald at Restyled Home)

(Matthew is giving away 5 copies of this magazine! For information on the giveaway click here!)

A Special Thank-You from Matthew Mead to ME!!

What a great message to wake up to this morning from none other than designer/stylist/author/editor Matthew Mead!:

Lara,

Words cannot express the deep appreciation Jenny and I feel for the absolutely amazing portrait of Oscar. You have perfectly captured his essence in color and proportion and I was overwhelmed opening such a thoughtful gift upon arriving at Linda's. We just adore the painting and have shared it with family and friends alike who have had the same reaction. Thank you for sharing our special doggie with so many of your fans.

Best, Matthew and Jenny Mead

How good is that?? And then Linda MacDonald over at Restyled Home did a wonderful write up about my work as well! It's not everyday that an artist is recognized by their peers, so thank you Matthew and Linda! You have truly made my day! And be sure to stay tuned to their new magazine coming out soon called
Flea Market Style!