Journal

What I Learned at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair: A 2025 Visitor’s Guide
Thinking of attending the Bologna Children’s Book Fair in 2025?  Whether you’re an illustrator, writer, publisher, or book lover, this international fair is an unforgettable experience—but it helps to be prepared. In this post, I’m sharing what I learned firsthand,...
Welcome | It's an honor to have you here
Hi, I'm Gina. Step into my new studio site where you will find both botanical willowday works and also other works of art by me, Gina Vide. I hope that you dive in and immerse yourself in the world I’ve...
The Process of my Original Floral Art
Hi, I’m Gina, the artist and creator behind Willowday. Whether I’m foraging in my Swedish neighborhood, nestled between city and sea, or in my own garden, I find my treasures on morning walks along the shore, in wildflower fields, and...
The Art of Note Writing ---- for a floral lover
In a world of quick texts and emails, a handwritten note remains a timeless and meaningful gesture. For the floral lover in your life, infusing your note with the beauty and symbolism of flowers can make it even more special. ...