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Savannah, Georgia: The Surface Pattern I've Been Drawing Since Art School
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/25/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/25/25

Savannah, Georgia: The Surface Pattern I've Been Drawing Since Art School

A hand-drawn love letter to Savannah — from Tybee Light to hot boiled peanuts, wrapped in vintage charm and Southern wit.

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Mississippi Gulf Coast Pattern: Lighthouses, Casinos, and 26 Miles of Beach Towns
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/24/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/24/25

Mississippi Gulf Coast Pattern: Lighthouses, Casinos, and 26 Miles of Beach Towns

A watercolor celebration of the Mississippi Gulf Coast — from Biloxi’s lighthouses and casinos to Sharkheads, Ship Island, and all the coastal charm in between.

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Indianapolis Pattern: Racing, Tenderloins, and Sammy Terry
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/22/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 11/22/25

Indianapolis Pattern: Racing, Tenderloins, and Sammy Terry

A hand-drawn love letter to Indianapolis — where tenderloins are bigger than your head, the clocks run on nostalgia, and every line tells a story.

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Meet the Agency Dogs: A Fun Illustration + Animation Series
illustration, animation Kim Coles 11/21/25 illustration, animation Kim Coles 11/21/25

Meet the Agency Dogs: A Fun Illustration + Animation Series

A character-driven illustration + animation series turning agency dogs into full-fledged coworkers — complete with Zoom meetings, snack breaks, and brand opinions.

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Bring Your Destination to Life: Licensing Custom Illustrated City Maps
illustrated map Kim Coles 11/21/25 illustrated map Kim Coles 11/21/25

Bring Your Destination to Life: Licensing Custom Illustrated City Maps

A custom illustrated map that brings city landmarks to life — designed for hospitality brands and property managers seeking licensed artwork to elevate the guest experience.

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Trying On New Styles: One Landmark, Six Ways
illustration Kim Coles 11/18/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/18/25

Trying On New Styles: One Landmark, Six Ways

One landmark, six illustration styles — a creative experiment exploring how mood, technique, and storytelling shift with every artistic approach.

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Neon Nights & Empty Pockets: Illustrated Scenes from a Not-So-Lucky Strip
illustration Kim Coles 11/14/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/14/25

Neon Nights & Empty Pockets: Illustrated Scenes from a Not-So-Lucky Strip

Vintage, noir-style casino illustrations filled with neon glow, grit, and stories hiding in every corner.

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Work-for-Hire vs. Licensing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)
illustration Kim Coles 11/4/25 illustration Kim Coles 11/4/25

Work-for-Hire vs. Licensing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)

Work-for-hire or licensing? Here’s what those terms really mean — and why licensing custom illustration often gives brands more flexibility, story, and long-term value.

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Custom MagSafe Wallets: Tiny Canvas with Big Energy
illustration Kim Coles 10/24/25 illustration Kim Coles 10/24/25

Custom MagSafe Wallets: Tiny Canvas with Big Energy

A tiny canvas with big energy — my latest custom MagSafe wallet brings back the golden age of Americana, one illustrated icon (and maybe a wink from Vic and Vicky) at a time.

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Indiana Cryptids: Monsters, Myths, and a Map That Started It All
illustration Kim Coles 10/16/25 illustration Kim Coles 10/16/25

Indiana Cryptids: Monsters, Myths, and a Map That Started It All

Hoosier folklore gets a design twist — from backroad beasts to mythical mermaids, these hand-drawn cryptids bring Indiana’s legends to life.

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Wedding Map & Itinerary Creator Kit: Custom Maps and Timelines Without Custom Pricing
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 9/17/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 9/17/25

Wedding Map & Itinerary Creator Kit: Custom Maps and Timelines Without Custom Pricing

A library of 200+ illustrated wedding map elements—venues, transportation, timeline icons, and more. Perfect for invitation inserts, venue directions, and love story timelines in Canva or design software.

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A Little Paper, A Lot of Hospitality
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/29/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/29/25

A Little Paper, A Lot of Hospitality

A hand-drawn love letter to Savannah — from Tybee Light to hot boiled peanuts, wrapped in vintage charm and Southern wit.

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From Stays to Souvenirs: Custom Illustrations for Vacation Rentals & Destination Venues
illustration Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration Kim Coles 8/20/25

From Stays to Souvenirs: Custom Illustrations for Vacation Rentals & Destination Venues

From cozy cottages to destination venues — one-of-a-kind custom illustrations that make a property unforgettable.

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Coast to Coast: A Modern Take on Classic Toile
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25

Coast to Coast: A Modern Take on Classic Toile

From the Golden Gate to Lady Liberty, our Coast to Coast pattern brings a playful toile twist to America’s icons.

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La Dolce Vita in Repeat: Designing a Pattern That Feels Like Italy
illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25 illustration, pattern Kim Coles 8/20/25

La Dolce Vita in Repeat: Designing a Pattern That Feels Like Italy

A hand-drawn pattern inspired by la dolce vita, blending Italian citrus, café culture, and timeless tile-inspired colors into a fresh modern toile-inspired design.

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Custom Map Illustrations Without Starting From Scratch: The Scenery & Story Kit
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 8/5/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 8/5/25

Custom Map Illustrations Without Starting From Scratch: The Scenery & Story Kit

A library of 200+ illustrated map elements for custom wedding maps, city guides, and destination projects. High-res PNG files ready for Canva or design software.

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Retro Surfside Collection: Vintage Beach Illustrations That Actually Look Hand-Drawn
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 4/8/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 4/8/25

Retro Surfside Collection: Vintage Beach Illustrations That Actually Look Hand-Drawn

A library of 200+ illustrated map elements for custom wedding maps, city guides, and destination projects. High-res PNG files ready for Canva or design software.

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Logo Design Presentation Template: Present Three Options, Not Thirty
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 2/13/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 2/13/25

Logo Design Presentation Template: Present Three Options, Not Thirty

InDesign template for presenting three logo options to clients. Includes concept rationale, background tests, and real-world mockups. Reduce endless revisions.

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Portfolio Presentation Template: Show Your Design Work Professionally
pattern, illustration Kim Coles 1/16/25 pattern, illustration Kim Coles 1/16/25

Portfolio Presentation Template: Show Your Design Work Professionally

Present your design work in a professional, organized format. 22-page InDesign portfolio template with case studies, client pages, and customizable layouts.

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From Concept to Keepsake: Illustrated Maps That Guests Really Want to Take Home
illustrated map Kim Coles 3/11/19 illustrated map Kim Coles 3/11/19

From Concept to Keepsake: Illustrated Maps That Guests Really Want to Take Home

Ever seen a guest pull out a map like it’s a souvenir? That’s the magic of a hand-drawn destination story. Come see how I go from sketch to keepsake—with charm and intention.

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