A monthly theme inspires new conversations and ideas that we otherwise wouldn’t think about. At our virtual events, speakers are invited to share a story around the theme and what it means to them. After a month, we are excited to see the talks and inspiration that are born out of the theme.

Given that these monthly illustrations are at events all around the world, it’s only right that we get to know the illustrator. It is a tradition at CreativeMornings to work with an artist in our community to create an illustration for the monthly theme.

CreativeMornings/Portsmouth chose August’s Release theme, and Allie Runnion created the accompanying illustration.

We’re excited to share some of our favorite artworks created by Allie!

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About Allie Runnion

Allie Runnion is an illustrator and designer working from her home studio in beautiful southern Maine.

Inspired by mid-century illustration and textiles, she creates art for a variety of products including greeting cards, books and publications, fabric, and gift wrap. She has a great love of color, pattern, and animals, all of which often find their way into her work. When not working in her studio, you can find Allie watching scary movies, cooking new vegetarian recipes, and trying to keep her plants alive.

Selected clients include Abrams Noterie, Babbel, Calypso Cards, Harrods of London, Scholastic, Trader Joe’s, and Up with Paper.

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Selected Works

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You can see more of Allie’s work on her Instagram and website.