Painting and bikes are my two loves.

The idea for The Blue Bike art came from a desire to hone & share my passion for watercolor, while at the same time using it to fuel my other passion for cycling.

My name is Annie, and I’m a watercolor artist, podcast host, video creator, and aspiring children’s book author/illustrator. During free time when I am not riding my bike, painting has been an enjoyable way to relax, hone new skills, and share stories.

The rats that I often feature in my paintings and stories are inspired by my own sweet pets, and I always want to be changing the stigma that "rats are gross."

When I first began, I named this venture after my blue mountain bike. While riding trails around the blue ridge mountains of western North Carolina, I could take inspiration from the local flora and fauna, translating that beauty to paper when I got back home.

Today, my husband and I have relocated to Ishikawa Prefecture in Japan, where I continue to find inspiration in the beautiful natural setting of this area.

Thank you for stopping by the Blue Bike - I hope you enjoy!

-Annie Ramsbotham

What People Are Saying:

  • “You could tell this seller drew/painted these from the heart. Enclosed was a tiny handwritten note from seller, which I passed on to my daughter. She said knowing this set came from individual person that actually cares about rodents made the set more meaningful. She has them displayed on her refrigerator and at work. Shipping was fast. Attention to detail and little note, fair price, fast free shipping make for 5 star review. Would order from this seller again.”

    - Katherine

  • “Beautiful design, great quality, and shipped quickly. I’ve ordered from this shop before, and again a great experience. Would definitely recommend!

    -J

  • " It's perfect! And the seller is so nice. The card was extremely secure and even more beautiful in person. I love that there was extra care was put into sending the card. I'm very appreciative that it came so quickly and in perfect condition. The thank you and extra decorative touches made me really excited upon seeing it as well. I have a friend who loves rats just as I do and this was a perfect card for their upcoming birthday. Thank you so much for being a great seller with wonderful customer service. I hope to purchase again in the future."

    -Ami

  • " If these aren't the cutest cards I've ever seen, I don't know what would be! I love them and you may believe that only the best and most treasured of family/friends will ever get one of them! I'll keep one for me, of course! They are just wonderful!"

    -B

  • " I love this artist’s work! It makes me happy."

    -Leah

  • “This was my first order from Blue Bike and it certainly won’t be my last! The piece is absolutely gorgeous and high quality - I had the perfect frame for it too and it is a great addition to my mini gallery wall. It shipped quickly and was packaged with care! Love x1000!!”

    -Alison

  • "High quality stickers and my piano student loves how easy they are to use. They are adorable and perfect for piano lessons with a girl who loves rats."

    -Rebekah

  • " literally the best four dollars i’ve ever spent??? i bought it for my boyfriend but am very tempted to keep it for myself. definitely plan on purchasing from this seller again:) ***and the lil free rat stickers??? adorable???"

    -Kiersten

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