Artist, Maker & Teacher

all of this has brought me here

and I love my journey!

I am Lauren "Ren" Beck, of Ren & Ink LLC, a Lettering Artist and Illustrator proudly living and working in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.
While I enjoy drawing and painting with traditional materials (ink and calligraphy was where I began my journey), I'm often working digitally with the iPad and Apple Pencil to craft designs that express my vibrant, celebratory vision on life!

With a variety of mediums in my toolbelt, I strive to create a body of licensing work that celebrates bold motifs with dynamic curves. Detailed lines and sleek script lettering strokes add movement throughout my compositions. Often my subjects include florals and nature, which is highlighted in one of my favorite client projects, 40-page coloring book collaboration with Crayola.

I'm energized by working directly in my community — Lehigh Valley, PA and beyond — and I've collaborated with many incredible small businesses! From chalk and painted signage to interior wall murals — there's nothing like bringing together a space with art.

With a background and degree in Art Education, I regularly teach in-person workshops, after school programs, and summer camps. I find that my heart is full when I can bring art subjects and mediums that I love to the classroom, making real human connection when we learn from each other. Some of my proudest moments have been teaching all different ages and abilities!

At home, I'm a happy Momma and Wife, making sure to enjoy life with frequent dance parties and the occasional cocktail.