Hey LaRaye is Lincoln City, Oregon based graphic designer and printmaker LaRaye Rushing. She has a BBA in Accounting from Angelo State University and a BS in Digital Arts and Design from Full Sail University. After a successful career as a graphic designer for several nonprofits, she transitioned to an active printmaking practice in 2020. Working out of her home studio, she has shown her work in local galleries and participated in art markets. Her practice consists of botanical cyanotypes and monoprints using plants foraged locally, nature inspired illustrated stickers, and stationery all through the lens of the magical Oregon Coast. She has taught at the Newport Visual Arts Center.
If you need to get in contact or just want to say hey, send an email to hey@heylaraye.com. For inquiries regarding shop things, use the form on the contact page. Please fully read the FAQ before filling out the form.
Check out my graphic design and photography work, too. I am not available for freelance work or commissions.
My Studio
❤ My Dogs ❤
Pete
This is Pete. He graced us with his bright light for 17 years. In his heyday, he was great at ball catching and chicken tosses (his favorite toy friend). He loved being a retired gentlemen and teaching Crispin how to be a dog. ❤
Crispin Nugget
Crispin is an 13 year old super mutt. According to his DNA test, he is part Chihuahua, Shih Tzu, and Poodle. He was rescued from the mean streets of Austin, Texas when he showed up on my front porch and decided to stay. He loves to snuggle and learned how to be a real dog from big brother Pete.
Features
✦ EDUCATION ✦
Full Sail University, BS, Digital Arts & Design (2010)
Angelo State University, BBA, Accounting (2003)
✦ GRAPHIC DESIGN EXPERIENCE ✦
Marketing Director, Greater Federal Way Chamber (2017-2020)
Web & Print Design Coordinator, The SAFE Alliance (2012-2017)
Web & Print Design Coordinator, Austin Children’s Shelter (2012-2016)
Web & Print Design Coordinator, SafePlace (2012-2016)
Graphic Designer, Austin Chamber, (2010-2012)
✦ AWARDS / teaching ✦
Cyanotype Basics with Botanicals Class, Newport Visual Arts Center (2025)
Award of Excellence in Communications (2024 Sector Data Report), American Chamber of Commerce Executives (2025)
Award of Excellence (Event Sponsor Packet), PIA Graphex (2015)
1st Place Media Contest (Chamber Brand Campaign), American Chamber of Commerce Executives (2011)
2nd Place Media Contest (Maps Division), Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (2010)
Perfect Attendance, Full Sail University (2010)
Salutatorian, Full Sail University (2010)
Merit Scholarship, Full Sail University (2008)
✦ ART MARKET / COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION ✦
Bloom Newport (2025)
Cape Perpetua Collaborative Land-Sea Symposium (2026)
Englewood Forest Festival (2025)
Gleneden Beach Holiday Market (2022 - 2025)
Lincoln City Pride Fest (2025)
Lincoln City Winter Arts Festival (2024 - 2025)
McMinnville Garden Faire (2025 - 2026)
Newport Artisan Market (2023 - 2025)
Newport Oregon Coast Art Show (2023 - 2025)
Newport Night Market (2025)
Salem Etsy Handmade Market (2024)
Salishan Artisan Faire (2025 - 2026)
Thyme Garden’s Art in the Garden Mother’s Day Festival (2026)
Yachats Arts & Crafts Fair (2023 - 2026)
Yachats Mushroom Festival (2023 - 2025)
Yachats Winter Festival (2025)