Custom Illustrations

When will my illustration ship?

My timeline is generally 4-6 weeks, though this can vary quite a bit due to several factors. It is particularly important to plan ahead around the holidays; check my instagram for cut-off dates. If you want to check on the progress or timing for your order, please reach out! You can email madison@mhbpaper.com. I will be happy to be in touch.

Can you illustrate the house as it was in the past/future?

I am happy to add in features or touches that aren’t shown in photos! Little details make a difference in a place feeling like ‘home’. There are cases where the photos that have been saved only show part of the image, or you will be adding some shrubbery or painting your shutters over the summer. I will need as much information as possible about the house as you’d like it illustrated. Be prepared to send photos and answer questions, but yes - it can be done!

What about an illustration of — ?

I have illustrated proposal locations, parade floats, churches, schools, hospitals, trucks, you name it! If you have something in mind that would be a perfect keepsake or gift, look at this listing. You can also email any questions to madison@mhbpaper.com before placing your order.

Commercial Use

Do you offer wholesale cards?

At this time I do not offer wholesale printing services. I do license print-ready art files, and would be happy to create something specially for your business. I love including details in my work that are memorable and charming — with art licensing we can create a piece together that is unique to YOUR story! For more information email juliette@mhbpaper.com.

May I re-post your images?

I am honored that you would like to share my work with your friends or customers! I am happy for you to share on social media, but do be sure to tag me in the photo AND mention me in the comments (@mhbpaper). My images are copyrighted, so please be thoughtful. If you’re in doubt, it never hurts to ask!

Do you offer spot illustrations to be used by other stationers or designers?

Certainly! I typically set this up as a flat fee yearly license for one product category.

Are you interested in a brand collaboration?

Thanks so much for asking! Please email madison@mhbpaper.com and lets talk :)

Stationery + Invitations

Can you create invitations for my wedding or party?

The short answer is yes! I do create custom invitations/stationery from the ground up. You must know it will certainly not be the most cost-efficient option, but it is a beautiful process and has potential to include so many special touches that are unique to YOUR story! If you are hoping to include special places, hobbies, pups, flowers, interiors, etc then we may be a good fit. Email madison@mhbpaper.com with questions or inquiries.

Resources

What paints do you recommend?

Windsor and Newton professional watercolors, available here.

What paper do you use?

For the majority of my work I use Arches cold press, bright white, 300 lb sheets, (available here) which come in 22 in x 30 in and I measure/tear down to size.

For spot illustrations I use an Arches cold press paper block, available here.

For calligraphy, I use unlined Rhodia pads, available here.

For printing, I like the texture of 100% cotton paper, you can find it here.

How about your ink and nibs?

The ink I use is Kuretake Sumi ink, available here. I use Zebra G nibs, available here.

Brushes?

Princeton synthetic sable hair round brushes in a variety of sizes, available here. You have to be sure not to leave them sitting in water so the ends don’t get bent!

Where do you find variety of envelope colors?

Cards and Pockets - I use A7 most often, and I opt for euro flaps because its perfect for a cute return address sticker :)