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Update August 11th: I have chosen two winners: Catherine and Kim congratulations, the books are coming your way!

Goodmorning everyone!

And again I can announce an amazing giveaway! Two lucky winners will receive a copy of the French edition of Urban Coloring called Les jolies vitrines d’Anna or a copy of my brand-new Dutch book, Urban Drawing 📚

To enter, simply tell me why you would love to win one of these books in the most creative and compelling way possible. I want to hear your unique stories and motivations!

How to Enter

1. Comment on this post with your reason for wanting to win one of these books.

2. Be as motivated and unique as possible!

Deadline

All entries must be submitted by August 11th.

Good luck to everyone! 🍀📖🖌️

X Astrid

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Krystal

Each page is like walking through a different imaginative film script! It’s a meditation meets creativity meets manifesting being able to take a tour of these gorgeous storefronts in person one day soon! ✨🫶🏼💯

Patricia Maraia

I don’t travel so it would be fantastic to see another part of the world in my own home.

Evelyne Volante McNamara

I wish my reason was uplifting. And in a way it is. My family & I have made big changes in our life these past few years. Changes that were needed & good for me but which cost me a great deal in lost relationships with family members who saw me putting my financial & emotional needs first as selfish. This has left me feeling lonely and art has been a balm that has helped me remember that I do not have to apologize for being who I need to be.

Simona

Hi Anna, I would love to win either of the books. Not only to improve my peace of mind, which has been in shatters lately and not only to improve my watercolor skills but also to improve my language skills - haven’t used frensh since college and my dutch was always a bit rusty. Keeping my fingers crossed and sending warm regards tour way 🩷

Tom

Good morning Astrid. Winning any of your books would be wonderful. They are hard to come by where I live. The reason for me is simple. I took up sketching and painting about a year ago. I started through the Domestika site where I went through several courses and each taught me a new skill. That is where I came across your class. I realized my passion is watercolor art but specifically Urban Storefronts. Something about them made me want to get up every day and draw and paint. So I purchased your first book and instead of simply coloring the pages I took time to actually draw them and paint them This past week I finished the last one and realized how far you brought me in this craft. Winning the book will give me the next chapter and step in my painting. I now sketch everywhere I go here on St CROIX a beautiful former Dutch island. Thanks Astrid for your support and thank you for sharing your talent and insight. 🌴🌴🌴👍

April Head

I always love seeing the drawings and paintings you create as you inspire us to see something beautiful in the everyday. The thought of owning the French edition of your book takes me back to my student days, Inter-railing around Europe with my cousin. The most memorable of stops was Paris. Seeing a bride and groom on a motorbike in full bridal gown and DJ, heading down the Champs- Elyse, closely followed by the bridesmaid filming from the back of another motorbike with the Best man. Incredible sight, and would only happen in Paris!

Astrid_sketchbook

Hey Astrid, Ik heb je boek Urban Drawing net gekocht. Mooi boek! Ook als je zelf al een tijdje tekent, staan er nog leuke, nieuwe (handige) tips in die ik zelf niet had bedacht 🤭. Dank je! De ‘sfeer’ van de tekeningen is geweldig! The French edition of Urban Coloring lijkt me dan ook erg leuk om te winnen. Benieuwd wat voor moois daar dan weer in staat. Groeten, Astrid

Susan Conrad

Hello Astrid, my reasons are they let me see spaces I would like to visit. They make me feel like I’m in the actual space, walking down the street ready to stop inside the shop. They give me a feel of the place you are drawing. I love architecture and old buildings because they have a story to share of the past. You wonder what they could divulge of said people. They are cool and very colorful. They make me dream of visiting there someday. Thank you so much for the special journey to these glorious places! 🥰

MOUSSY

Hi Anna, I would love to get my hand on your book in French because I love your work, follow your online course on Domestika and last but not least because I’m French :)!

Kim Dawson

Oh, I'd love either book, but I'd really like the Dutch one! My father's grandparents emigrated from Zeeland and the Netherlands is the first place I want to go after I retire! Think I can learn Dutch from your book? Also, my drawing skills leave a lot to be desired and I need all the help I can get!

Allison Willis

Hi Anna, I love your paintings and I'd love either book to inspire me xx

Davide Locaputo

Hi Astrid! I'd love to receive your Dutch book: it would remind me of a trip I did six years ago in that land and the fascination I still relive each time I see the characteristic shape of those houses. I hope I will manage to reproduce those vibrant colours so vivid in my mind on your beautiful drawings. I really appreciate your work!

Nohora Cumplido

Hi Anna! I am doing your course in Domestika and I am loving it! I hope to finish my project soon. At the moment, I live in Korea and doing my masters in early childhood education and painting is my relaxing thing to do, especially watercolours! Getting your book would be so awesome because I love the painting more than the drawing 🫣

Gayle Emen

Oui, oui to the French book. Been addicted to adult coloring books for well over 12 years now// ahead of the curve/craze. Recently started travel journaling and at the tender age of 73 can’t get enough of exploring other countries. What better way to immerse myself in the urban vibe than combining my travel journals, coloring and sketching taking in the surroundings at a local cafe! Check out my reel— 30 Days In Spain, Morocco and Portugal from whence I just returned @longdaysjournal

Roma Torres

Hi Astrid! I’ve always been fascinated by house and store facades. I was delighted when I discovered your instagram and patreon. Painting your drawings is my stress reliever from my work at the hospital. I don’t have to stress thinking about what to paint. I love that you have colored reference photos. I can relax and just enjoy the process. It’ll be really fantastic if I win. Thank you for sharing your talent!

PEPPER13

Hi Astrid. I love your art work and course on domestika. Watching you and painting your illustrations has been a mindful escape for me and use it to relax. I found your work when I worked in a children's hospice and found it helped me to relax after difficult and sad days. I also live near a centre which delivers free sessions for adults with mental health difficulties. They get together to chat and learn new crafts for mindfulness. I would like to build my skills in drawing so I have the confidence to volunteer to deliver free sessions to members of my community. Thank you for your inspiration xxx

Lee

🙋‍♀️Astrid, The day you 📢 the 🏆 will be my first day in🇳🇱!!! I have just spent 2 weeks in 🇳🇴 (I am from 🇦🇺) and have 📷ed some gorgeous 🪟🪟🪟 and shop fronts but I’m really excited to explore the cute 🇳🇱 shopfronts. My passion for 📷, ❤️of art and inspiration from you has encouraged me to even bring 💦 🎨 🖌️and a little 📕 with me so I can start some projects while I’m travelling🌏. I would be extremely 🙏 and very😃🥰 to receive your 🇳🇱 edition! Bedankt for the opportunity, inspiration and for your guidance with my new hobby😘💓

Catherine Alexander

Hello Astrid. Congratulations on the new book. I love your art. It is like being taken on a trip with you and experiencing a bit of your travels. It is also great seeing some shops that I recognise. When I go on holiday I like to visit the old town of a city and your art takes me back to some of the beautiful strolls that I've had through some amazing cities. I have recently purchased your domestika course and it would be amazing to be able to try out colouring these beautiful images. Also, I never win anything, so it would be nice to break that streak and win one of your books 😁

Urban Anna

Hello Kim, congratulations, you have won the Urban Drawing book!

Urban Anna

Congratulations Catherine, you have won my French coloring book!

Catherine Alexander

Wow. Thank you, Anna. I've finally won something and what a great prize to win 😍

Catherine Alexander

Congratulations Kim. Enjoy your travels and the book 😊

Kim Dawson

Thank you! Congratulations to you also!