RMCAD is a community full of artists, designers, and creatives selling exciting original works. With the holidays just around the corner, you can find all the presents you need for the art lovers in your life, while supporting artists and small businesses. From mom and dad, to siblings, friends, coworkers and more, the RMCAD 2025 Holiday Gift guide has something for everyone this holiday season!
Stocking Stickers
Don’t want to break the bank but need something to show the people in your life how much you appreciate their original and quirky personality? Then, look no further than these amazing stickers. They’re colorful, plentiful, and you can put them on almost anything. The designs by the following artists really stick out!
Christina Richart
Online Student
You would certainly be forgiven for mistaking Christina Richart’s online store for a pristine pond because of the many adorable turtles you will spot there. While there are certainly too many to choose from, we recommend her design !Artists Unite!. Because not only are four turtles better than one, but its sentiment matches the reason behind this gift guide!
Sammi Ghormley-Pichler
Staff Member
Whimsy, wizardy, and whiskers – that’s what Sammi Ghormley-Pichler brings to the table with her Wizard Possum sticker. The magical marsupial you didn’t know you needed. The perfect gift for your fantasy loving friend who brings more than just a little chaos with them wherever they go. Pichler’s store is full of cute oddities worth checking out and sharing with your friends.
Sarah Hollis
Faculty Member
Everyone has at least one friend whose rear bumper is a mosaic of overlapping decals, and this year you know just what to get them. Check out Sarah Hollis’ fun and funky fan art designs. These vinyl car decals are water resistant and pay homage to some of your favorite animated characters.
George-Otis Satterfield
Online Student
Sterling the snail is not just the star of this sticker, but also George-Otis Satterfield’s entire web store. While the digital artist’s pet snail is obviously photogenic from all angles, we are pretty keen on the confident pose Sterling is striking in the design of Sterling No. 9. Now that’s one glamorous gastropod the whole family can get behind!
Reindeer “Prints”
While you’re saving up to purchase the original copy of all your favorite works of art, prints are a great way to bring home exciting designs at a fraction of the price. Better yet, the following prints are practically guaranteed to bring a smile to the face of your loved ones sprucing up their walls!
Leo Akers
On-Ground Student
What’s a better gift for all the astronomers, history buffs, and canine lovers in your life than a print of the historic Russian astronaut and certified good girl, Laika the dog? This print by Leo Akers is a photographic intaglio print which captures the likeness of the first dog in space beautifully surrounding her with satellites and constellations. It’s really out of this world!
Blake Ballard
Faculty Member
Blake Ballard’s luscious prints utilize color, contrast, and the use of negative space in an exciting and boldly playful way. While you can’t go wrong anywhere on his website, this time of year we are obligated to point out his fantastic holiday cards. Share the gift of art with all the loved ones you won’t get to see in person this year.
Kamari Murphy
Online Student
Another exciting designer doing eye-catching work, is online student Kamari Murphy whose brand UNHNGE radiates with rebellious glee. Their print Zip Me Up combines an old school design with an updated barrage of visual intrigue, described as “a striking mix of streetwise attitude and art-school surrealism.” Purchase it now preframed.
Sophia Trey
On-Ground Student
For the concert lover on your gift list, this next print is essential! Many of Sophia Trey’s prints capture the natural beauty of Colorado’s favorite geological amphitheater, Red Rocks. However, one print in particular also conveys the essence of what it feels to see the greatest venue on earth beneath the stars. The prints’ luxurious purple sky reaches down to meet the majestic red sandstone in a way that feels just like a hot summer night.
Brenda Lyons
Faculty Member
Can your mom tell the difference between Western and Eastern Meadowlarks? Then, we have the perfect store to shop. Brenda Lyons’ collection is full of designs that will make your favorite birdwatcher whistle in delight. From ornate ornithological necklaces to mythical tableaus, there is a lot to love. Check out our favorite, her breathtaking Page of Pentacles – Fantasy Gryphon Print.
Everyday Cheer
Who said art can’t be practical? These daily use items are more than just supplies, they spark joy. This year, buy your dad something he will love and actually use. The artists and designers below imbue so much wonder into these everyday items that you might just have to purchase some for yourself.
Kialah Redmon
Online Student
Cute paperclips, need we say more? Kialah Redmon puts the “fun” in functional with a design so brilliant we can’t believe we don’t see them everywhere. Add some personality to a friend or coworker’s desk with the gift of frogs, llamas, cats, rabbits, and panda bears.
Noelle Oxford
Online Student
Takeout menus, family photos, Christmas cards – these are just a few of the things that Noelle Oxford’s joyful fridge magnets can hold. Choose between oranges or strawberries or just take home the whole fruit basket. With an entire online store of friendly ceramic creations, Oxford’s site is certainly one worth perusing.
Natalie Hadaway
Online Student
For the cult-horror fan in your life, get them a keychain that celebrates their unique love of movies. Natalie Hadaway’s online store will ensure that your friends and family will never lose their keys again. With an array of character illustrations printed on acrylic, these frightening designs can easily clip to anything and look great.
Alex Wolf
Online Student
Whether you have children of your own or are shopping for nieces and nephews, you likely need to find the perfect plush toy this holiday season. Alex Wolf has several cuddle plushes to choose from, but our personal favorite is the Grey Cat in a Box. This is exactly the friendly face that the child in your life will want to see everyday.
Jessica Nelson
Online Student
Speaking of cats, have we got a stellar tote bag for you! This high-quality photograph printed on a sturdy cotton canvas bag will remind the cat-lover in your life of their furry friend’s wild side. Jessica Nelson’s A-meowzing Leo The Cat Tote Bag is the perfect item for daily errands, transporting presents, or can even function as fantastic packaging for a smaller gift inside.
Festive Fits
This year, give the gift of apparel that isn’t just trendy, but also expresses the wearer’s creativity. From sweatshirts to scarves to beanies, there is something to fit everyone on your list.
Isabella Williams
Online Student
If you’re not a cat lover, sorry, because Isabella Williams brings us two more of our favorite felines. Sphynx Kitty with Bow and Grumpy Black Cat with Purple Blueberry Headscarf both seem to stare into your soul with a fiercely, dazzling gaze that only cats can do. With a truly stupendous array of colors to choose from, bring that extra layer of warmth to your gift exchange with either a long sleeve tee or a sweatshirt.
La’Dariaus Chavis
Online Student
While we’re getting all bundled up, what says “it’s the holidays!” better than a classic beanie? Great for sledding, ice skating, and snowball fights, this handsome green cap by La’Dariaus Chavis is the perfect gift for that special someone who thinks winter is better outside.
Landis White
Online Student
Fall might feel like it’s over, but we likely all have one friend who reminds us that it’s technically not until December 21. So what better way to make them feel like they’re still drinking a pumpkin spice latte and watching leaves turn yellow than with the Fall Vibes Aspen Scarf? This serene painting by Landis White will warm not only their neck, but also their heart with the memory of those crisp and cozy October days.
Scent-Sational Selections
With the holidays, comes a myriad of accompanying aromas from evergreen and peppermint to cinnamon and gingerbread cookies. Scents are known for their ability to remind us of impactful memories and stir up potent emotions. This year, remind your family of all those great holidays, past and present.
Andrea Slusarski
Faculty Member
Andrea Slusarski’s web store brings you The Flow State Candle. This highly complex candle’s scents range from bergamot, to juniper, to redwood throughout its roughly 65 hour burn time. The candle is hand-wicked, hand-poured, and hand-labeled in their Denver studio using 100% natural soy wax from U.S.-grown soybeans, cotton wicks, the highest-quality fragrance oils and is cozier than a pair of fuzzy socks straight from the dryer.
Regan Rosburg
Faculty Member
High-end perfume always makes for a luxurious gift for a romantic partner, however when shopping online it’s impossible to know which scent is right. Luckily, Regan Rosburg’s business, Yesterday’s Rain, has cut out all the guess work. By purchasing the sample pack, your loved one can affordably explore all four of Yesterday’s Rain’s full-bodied perfumes.
Giftable Services
Sometimes the best gift isn’t a physical thing, but rather an unforgettable experience. As such, here are a few gift suggestions that will go the extra mile for the people in your life who would rather unwrap an adventure this year.
Mark Dalton
On-Ground Student
For that friend or sibling who has been eyeing a tattoo, introduce them to a new tattoo artist who is sure to knock their socks off and then tattoo them back on! “Morbid” Mark Dalton of The Scurvy Dog Tattoo is an on-ground student who specializes in dark and wicked imagery but isn’t afraid of drawing some beautiful flowers too!
Leon Archer
Online Student
Art is all a matter of personal taste, so why decide on what to give as a gift when those nearest to you can decide for themselves? That’s exactly what online student Leon Archer is offering with their prompt of Draw Me Anything I Want. For a very reasonable price, you can give your friends the gift of any illustration of their choice.
Sierra Harvey
Online Student
How often do artists give you the chance to purchase exciting acrylic nails designs? Answer, not often enough. Admittedly, we might be cheating by putting this item in the services category. However, not unlike our last suggestion, you can give someone the gift of a customized set of acrylic nails by Sierra Harvey!
Ligel Lambert
Faculty Member
Maybe 2026 is the year where someone you know is getting serious about their own creative career. If so, what better gift than to give them a private lesson with renowned fine artist Ligel Lambert? With one-on-one lessons starting at just $99, you can give the gift of self-expression. Additionally, we would be remiss to not mention that you can pre-order Lambert’s new book now!
Collector’s Holiday Picks
Alright, if you have made it this far, you are likely looking for the rarest of works to add to an already impressive art collection. Below you will find original works you can’t find anywhere else, by artists who are certain to delight the collector in your life. Whether it’s for your grandparents, siblings, or a romantic partner, add one of these items to their collection!
Jess Moore
Faculty Member
Jess Moore’s brings the natural beauty of the setting sun into your loved one’s home in an elegant and understated wood design. These perfectly dyed, cut, and placed pieces are ideal for the minimalist in your life who knows that keeping things simple doesn’t mean everything needs to be beige and gray.
Joseph Gonzalez
Faculty Member
Few clocks are able to tell you as much as Joseph Gonzalez’s Pangaea clock. Across its many planes, this complex beauty is the perfect fit for the clock collector in your life who can’t seem to remember the time, date, or even the season.
Shayna Cohn
Faculty Member
Shayna Cohn’s work may be familiar to you if you have ever been to Meow Wolf Convergence Station. Her online store is full of ceramic creations that she describes as celebrating “iridescent, playful color palettes and intuitive flow.” Her corral-esq sculptures come to life with fluidity and ease. They are a sure-fire way to bring that same playful spirit into your favorite aspiring interior designer’s living room.
Caitlyn Dolphin
On-Ground Student
Last but not least, we would like for you to check out Caitlyn Dolphin’s original oil paintings on wood. Specifically, we love her one of a kind take on the bucolic Americana of Gas Pumps. Dolphin’s work has been a staple on the RMCAD campus with her impressive fine art exhibitions continuing to win hearts and minds on the front range and beyond.
We hope you enjoyed learning more about the tremendously talented artists in the RMCAD community and hope their artwork makes the perfect holiday gift for those nearest to you this holiday season. Additionally, if you are interested in purchasing RMCAD specific merchandise for the student or alumni in your life, you can do so at the RMCAD Spectrum Store.
Give Yourself the Greatest Gift of All
There are few gifts that make the same impact as a quality education, so if you want to find out how to start your own creative journey, then give yourself the gift of learning. At Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design, we offer several Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in programs including Illustration, Graphic Design, and Photography both in-person and online. Find out how to hone your creative and entrepreneurial skills this holiday season by requesting more information today!
