School of Rock Mural

A collection of acrylic paintings on canvas by Novastarr Nelson. This collection features work completed between the years of 2014 and 2020.

A collection of single-color t-shirt graphics designed by Novastarr Nelson for Flagship Taproom. Each design was optimized for manual screen-printing on-site during recreational events like trivia nights, anniversary parties, Oktoberfest celebrations, etc.

In 2013, Becoming Independent began fundraising for the construction of an autism services wing at their facility. Complete with a "Preferred Activity Room" and fully stocked tech room, the intention of this wing is to provide focused and specific support to their clients with an autism diagnosis. 

Author of "The Kool Katz Guide to Slap Bass", Justyn Delbridge, requested cute cat illustrations to demonstrate lessons and teachings in his children's musical instruction book. Due to printing restrictions, the cat illustrations were designed in grayscale, adding an extra challenge to the design and illustration process. Utilizing my color theory and composition education, I was able to produce the desired result and contribute multiple adorable cat illustrations to the publication.

The owner of this motorcycle requested that I create a custom design for his new plastic guards. We didn't really know what to work with, so I did some freehand experimenting with sharpie. The end design looked great, but unfortunately didn't last under the hot sun. Lesson learned!

ReMart Eco-Stores was founded 20 years ago with environmental stewardship and high-quality, name brand products in mind. Many of their listings are items purchased from larger retailers at discounted prices due to overstock or surface level imperfections. Their team of dedicated restoration professionals ensure the functionality of each product with thorough testing. Every purchase with ReMart prevents the need for new products to be produced, and the additional carbon emissions that come with that process. 

A coloring book created by Novastarr Nelson featuring full-page, full-color, abstract designs intended to inspire the user as they begin drawing in their artwork. Each page has a artist signature section on the back, documenting and validating the art you create!

A collection of iced cookie designs baked and decorated between 2021 and 2025 by Novastarr Nelson for Renaud's Bakery and Bistro, a French Patisserie based out of Santa Barbara.

A local Sonoma County resident lived in a beautiful rural area with gorgeous morning sunrises. She loved the view from her backyard of the soft purple mountains, hilly meadows, and vineyards. However, the gate she had installed for privacy and protection blocked the neighborhood from enjoying the same view, as they once had. She asked me to paint a new view for her neighbors that would light up their mornings.

"Be The Change" was completed in 2014 for a local Elementary school in my area. I was asked to paint an inspirational message to the kids and include some of the local fauna and wildlife. Working with the school principle, we decided to include the Blue Heron, Japanese cherry blossoms, and lavender among other options. She decided the message would be "Be the Change You Wish to See in the World" with the tagline "Si, se puede, yes I can" as a tribute to the current political messaging.