Discover the creative universe of Caitlin B. Alexander

I have always been a huge fan of children's books. As I child, I dreamed of heading on a curious adventure with A Bear Called Paddington. I wanted to fly over the South Downs with The Snowman, and explore Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory with Charlie.

Characters like Stuart Little, Matilda, and Peter Rabbit have become very popular. The artists who brought these characters to life in illustrations, however, are lesser-known. But what would our beloved children's books be without the illustrations that bring them to life?

Quentin Blake, Maurice Sendak, and E. H. Shepard were all my childhood heroes. But there's a lot of talented new artists who deserve just as much praise and recognition. Thanks to Twitter, I discovered the art of Caitlin B. Alexander and am now one of her biggest fans.

Based in Austin, Texas, both her life and work are heavily influenced by the aesthetics of the 1940's, '50s and '60s. Aside from digital art, Caitlyn also has a penchant for dry-brush gouache painting. Her illustrations will draw the eye of anyone who adores charming, cheerful compositions, and it's tempting to hop right into her world. I think she's extremely talented. Browsing her website is the equivalent of eating a slice of cake while having a cup of strong coffee in cold weather.

Be sure to check out Caitlin's website for more.

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It's Beautiful, But Also Could Explode

Ah, Taal Lake. Admirable, breathtaking, a perfect postcard of tranquility. And then you remember. Oh right, there's a volcano inside the lake, inside an island, inside another body of water. It's like an Inception movie directed by mother nature, and frankly, I'm pretty sure she's just messing with us at this point.

Biking to School with Kids

I love biking to school with my children. It's a great way to start the day, and it's a lot of fun. Both of them have their own bicycles, meaning I'm basically herding two slightly erratic cyclists. My kids' two-wheelers are quite new and pretty decent. Mine is more like a rusty ten-speeder with a penchant for chain slippage. It's a cheap, rickety bike from China but it's my vehicle of choice for running errands, and honestly, it gets the job done. My youngest is still working on his steering. My eldest, on the other hand, is all about speed. She thinks she's in the Tour de France, so I'm constantly shouting, "Slow down!" Of course there are moments of near disaster. But you know what? Despite the mayhem, there's something undeniably satisfying about arriving at our destination, slightly out of breath, on our bikes. There are also moments of pure, unadulterated joy – like when we are pedaling along the street, the sun on our faces, the wind...

Acorn-shaped meditation pod

Created by LFZ Studio , this giant acorn in France is a cool space to escape the digital deluge. For some, the wooden pod is a temporary escape from reality. For others, it’s a nice place to take a nap. And for a select few, it’s a nerve-wracking dive into claustrophobia. The pod blends perfectly with the forest and the gentle rustling of leaves and the distant chirping of birds create a natural soundtrack for meditation. In this sanctuary, time seems to slow down, allowing for a deeper connection with oneself and nature. |h/t: Design Boom |

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