Hi! I'm Lauren! I've been posting pug drawings online since 2013. Originally from Connecticut, I move around the country with my husband Gareth, searching for new and interesting places to be a recluse. I love coffee, extremely dark chocolate, and seeing dogs anywhere.
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When not drawing pugs, I make books! Check them out (of the library, or ask for them at your local bookshop, because reading gives you superpowers)!
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(And, yes, this looks EXACTLY like me & Gareth.)
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Do you take commissions, like portraits, logos, or book illustrations?
Unfortunately I can't take on any personal commissions. I'm still trying to catch up on my ideas list from 2015!
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Can I use your art?
YES, for personal, non-commercial purposes!
NO, for commercial or business purposes.
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Our general rule is: don't sell our art, use our art to sell stuff, or sell stuff with our art on it (unless you're using a supply you purchased from a licensed retailer, like our Spoonflower fabric)! If you have any questions about our use policy, contact me and I will be happy to help clarify!
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Can I get your art tattooed?
Go for it! Post pictures. #inkpug
Will you donate to my rescue/event?
Due to the number of donation requests and the fact that we're a teeny tiny enterprise, we try to focus our donations where they can have the greatest impact: for example, large fundraisers like we've done for Heart to Heart International, #PugsTakePhilly & #WheelingPugRelayUSA, or donating the proceeds from our original art to Feeding America & Action Against Hunger. We regret that we cannot donate items for raffles or events, though we know they are often very deserving of support!
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Do you do wholesale?
Not presently!
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How many pets do you have?
None. NONE. We put out a trail of hotdogs every night, and still nothing! Previously, Gareth and I have been owned by: 4 malamutes, 1 akita, 1 golden retriever, 2 rhodies, and, of course...a pug.
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I messaged you on social media but you ignored me!
Social media is really overwhelming for me (I'm a natural hermit)! I don't check my messages on Facebook, and, in general, DMs are not the best way to reach me! If you have a question, email is the way: inkpug@gmail.com
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I have a different question!
Ask! inkpug@gmail.com