ABOUT
With watercolors and acrylics, Lori Nawyn works to capture both the humorous and the inspirational moments of each day. Growing up in rural Idaho on her grandparents farm, Lori began sketching and writing about the world around her in an effort to capture its magic and beauty.
When she grew up, Lori paired her childhood pursuits with her desire to help others find hope and joy to create Huckleberry Moose--a fabric and stationery brand that celebrates the simple joys of life and living. She enjoys creating whimsical characters to help spread smiles and happiness, art that depicts outdoor experiences and rural lifestyles, and memorable regional and recreational themed art.
A nationally licensed artist since 2019, Lori's sketches of horses, bears, and other creatures are among the inspirations for her characters that have been featured on numerous products ranging from fabrics, cross stitch kits, and hand and machine embroidery patterns, to puzzles, stationery, and home decor. Whether a small drawing of her great-grandmother's vintage sewing machine, a painting of a Siberian Husky, a digital rendition of her grandfather's snow machine innovations, or her interpretation of her own adventures hiking and living in nature, each piece of Lori's art has it's own story.
Now, living in the foothills of northern Utah, Lori endeavors to create work that will uplift and inspire. It is her passion to help others strengthen their relationships with those they love and care about.
FAQ
Why did you start creating greeting cards?
At a young age, I decided I wanted to be part of the magic that comes from heartfelt personal correspondence. Not only did I see first-hand the happiness handwritten cards and letters brought to my grandmothers (who raised me), but I also found solace in drawing and painting; art gave me a creative outlet for dealing with trauma during a turbulent childhood.
What is your favorite outdoor activity?
Although I am no longer active in the sport, I love mushing and once had my own dog sled team. My lead dog, Tawny, was the inspiration behind my painting Mack the Husky.
What is your favorite thing to draw?
Drawing and creating for children, like my Hearts and Hands Dolls, remains my dearest joy. You can read more about my efforts to touch the lives of children in need in the Giving Back section.
What made you decide to start creating your own applique, embroidery, and quilt patterns?
When I saw all the beautiful things people were making with the fabric I designed for national manufacturers, I decided I want to learn traditional hand arts for myself. Now, I love teaching those skills to my students and seeing them blossom and grow in their own creative endeavors.
