Betty Whiteaker began her career at Hallmark with illustrations that reflected her enduring commitment to the creation of art as an inheritance. Today her diverse portfolio ranges from richly rendered oil paintings to delicate watercolors that exhibit her great versatility. She is particularly well-known for her endearing juvenile characters and heartwarming holiday illustrations. The effort Betty pus in every artwork has endured throughout her career that spans over 25 years. Her versatile style generates a portfolio of images applicable to a wide variety of product mediums including juvenile bedding, tabletop linens, ceramic giftware, and woven throws. All her paintings display a delicacy of touch, and a wonderful understanding of color. Making to do with what nature provides has always been her way of life. Ability to encompass topical themes allows her licensees to tap into motifs that are in-demand and on-trend with retailers across the country.
With custom-created artwork, her unique talent is particularly evident on special projects for various retailers. Adorable themes and characters in endearing situations have made Betty a leader in the juvenile and infant markets as well. Whether painting bears and bunnies for juvenile bedding, bright florals for stationery, or chefs at market for kitchen accessories, her creations will continue to charm consumers for years to come. Betty has created several complete nursery bedding groups for Crown Crafts Infant Products and has designed a number of collections for C.R. Gibson. Her pieces of artwork continue to stir a lot of excitement among many collectors all over the world.
