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Guest Curator: Tara McPherson


Story by taramcpherson Published on March 25, 2009 in Spotlight	Photo by Tara McPherson

Tara McPherson is an artist based out of New York City. Creating art about people and their odd ways, her characters seem to exude an idealized innocence with a glimpse of hard earned wisdom in their eyes. Recalling many issues from childhood and good old life experience, she creates images that are thought provoking and seductive. People and their relationships are a central theme throughout her work.

Tara exhibits her paintings and serigraphs in fine art galleries all over the world. Named the crown princess of poster art by ELLE Magazine, she has created numerous gig posters for rock bands such as Beck, Modest Mouse, and Melvins. Her array of art also includes painted comics and covers for DC Vertigo, advertising and editorial illustrations for companies such as All Tomorrow's Parties and Spin Magazine, creating toys with KidRobot, and teaching a class at Parsons in NYC. Without further ado, here are some of Tara's Etsy picks!

BURSTS OF COLOR Passport Travel Cover

With all the traveling I've been doing these past few years, my passport has had water, beer, and all kinds of other funky stuff spilled on it. I think it's time I get one of these cool passport covers. By eightXeight, $9.95.

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Stay Put Teal Scarf

I love cool scarves, and since moving to NYC, I finally get to wear them. Growing up in Los Angeles, you don't get to wear many accessories like these, so I'm living it up now! By PhylPhil, $24.

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WW ll LUCITE SWEETHEART PENDANT 1940s

My father is a pilot as a hobby, and I grew up flying around in his vintage WWII plane, a Stinson Gullwing V-77. It looked very similar to this one. By vinnyandvernelle, $30.

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EVERYDAY FANCY

I love pink, and I love this little hairpiece. I would definitely feel fancy in that, no matter what else I was wearing. By vinnyandvernelle, $49.

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Bunny Girl

I love bunnies and all kinds of cuteness. All the prints in her shop are very sweet, and I like the line work and the color palette. I also kind of really want that outfit... By badbird, $20.

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Two Swallows Necklace

I love the asymmetrical style of necklaces, and the color is just right for me on this one. I'm also drawn to the balance of charms, it seems like the perfect amount! By CJallhandmade, $18.

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Hand Tooled Leather Guitar Strap - Hot Seller Pattern

This strap has great patterns and would go very nicely with my red '74 Rickenbacker! Plus, it looks really sturdy. There's nothing worse than your strap breaking or falling off while you're playing a show. By LeatherPro, $99.

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Silly Goo Blob Funky Pink color, Fun Activity NOW MORE Fun with 6 ounces of goo

It's pink and it's goo! What else do you need?! By LeakyMouth, $2.98.

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Secret Decoder Card with custom message

Who doesn’t love secrets? This secret decoder would be an awesome card to give or receive. Kinda takes a love note to the next level! By crankbunny, $11.70.

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Bacon and Eggs

Felt bacon, mmmm!!! Bacon is yummy and fun in any way, shape, or form. I just ate some today with my sammich at lunch. By mysticwill, $6.

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Franklin the Owl

I collect lots and lots of toys, and this one would go great in my collection! Maybe he'd even get a special spot on my pillow, just 'cause he's so cute! By evielala, $21.

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Koro Purple and black

This lamp is awesome. I love art inspired by the ocean, and this definitely gives that feel. Plus, it's a bit creepy looking too. Perfect combination. By poaplum, $70.

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Fuchsia Silk Frou Frou Love Heart Knickers

I paint girls with heart shaped torsos, so this is the perfect pair of underwear for me (knickers with a heart shaped boo-tay)! Super sexy looking. Meow! By LoveBabyGrand, $35.

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