Maura OConnor Illustration was started by me, Maura, in 2020. My art is inspired by the vibrant beauty I find in my vegetable garden and the rolling farmlands of where I live in Central New York. Through delicate watercolor and ink illustrations, I strive to capture the organic charm of nature with intricate ink details and my curated color palette. What started as a personal love for documenting my life in my sketchbook has grown into a collection of home decor, stationary, and giftware featuring my illustrations. Each piece I create—from tomato themed coaster sets to postcards filled with lush summer garden scenes—reflects my passion for bringing the artistry of nature into everyday life. I also love to cook with the vegetables I grow in my garden. To me, sharing my artwork feels a lot like offering someone a delicious, home-cooked meal made with the things i've grown—it’s a way of sharing something personal, meaningful, and full of love. Through my work, I hope to inspire others to slow down, savor the delicious things, and connect with the beauty around them.

After living 10 years on the North Shore of Massachusettes I have collected a large portfolio of Coastal New England themed Watercolors. I return to visit often and always bring my sketchbook and camera. My product line featuring my many watercolor paintings inspired by the seaside town can be found across the North Shore.

My work can be found in children’s books, on album covers, on beer cans, and in galleries. I have been featured on Dropout.tv (formerly College Humor), The Boston Globe, and HGTV’s “Farmhouse Fixer”.