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Sunday Postcard Art - Theme: Circles

This week, Hermine chose the fun theme of circles for the Sunday Postcard Art Challenge. When I think of circles, I usually think of polka dots. This time, I decided to think outside of the box (i.e., outside of the circle). And I came up with bubbles. Here's my entry:


 

Sunday Postcard Art - Theme: Cats

This week the theme for Sunday Postcard Art is: Cats. I could not find a cats photo reference that I liked so I decided to doodle. And I came up with some cartoon cats from my imagination. Of course, I had to include a pink cat in the postcard.

To create my postcard, I used pen & ink, watercolor paints and oil pastels. Check out the other artists' creative entries.

 

I'm Published in the Book: 1,000 Handmade Greetings

The book, 1000 Handmade Greetings: Creative Cards and Clever Correspondence, authored by Laura McFadden and Deborah Baskin has just been released. I'm proud to announce that one of my greeting cards appears in the book.

This is a fantastic reference to have in your Studio when you're looking for inspiration, need to jump-start your creative juices or just need an eye candy fix.

 

 

Sunday Postcard Art and Misty Mawn Challenges

By coincidence, I created a postcard that fit the themes for two challenges this week.

Sandy chose Turquoise as the theme for Sunday Postcard Art this week. On Monday, Misty Mawn focused on Embellishments. Today, Misty's theme is: Word Art in case you want to participate.

A while back, I picked up these small swatches of turquoise and brown silk at a Fabric Store. I loved the colors. I decided to use them and some paper scraps to create this postcard.

Monochromatic Pages - Theme: Pink

Well, I managed to participate in the last day of Misty Mawn's Monochromatic Pages challenge. The theme for the last day was Pink. If the challenge is Pink, I have no other choice but to participate. Check out both Misty's and the other artist's entries.

Here's my entry. I plan to add some more definition to the collage with a few dark colors.

I recently purchased the book, Taking Flight: Inspiration & Techniques to Give Your Creative Spirit Wings authored by Kelly Rae Roberts. I adapted some of her techniques for my collage. If you're an mixed-media artist, I highly recommend her book - It is fantastic!!!

I'm Back!

I had a bit of a mishap and ended up in the hospital for more than a week. I missed my blogging friends and their blogs.There is just so much energy and creativity out here in blog land. However, I did manage to continue my daily sketching.

I also missed Misty Mawn's challenge for the past week. The theme was monochromatic pages. What a wonderful idea! I will have to pursue this challenge even if it's for my own personal devlopment. Misty's take on the challenge is gorgeous. The participating artists also produced some beautiful work. Check out all of their art work.

Below, is a pencil and pen sketch that I did for the previous Self-Portrait Challenge. The portrait does not resemble me but it's the idea that counts.

Self-Portrait Challenge #2

Here is my second drawing for Misty Mawn's self-portrait challenge. For this piece, I used watercolor paints, watercolor pencils, colored pencils and PITT pens.

This is actually my second drawing attempt for today. I originally began working with oil pastels and created a self-portrait mess. Instead of giving up, I drew this second sketch.

 

Self-Portrait Challenge

This week, well-know artist Misty Mawn is sponsoring a self-portrait challenge. I found out about it a few days late. But I'm definitely IN for the challenge. It fits right in with my 2009 Goal to Draw Daily.

I used watercolor paints and PITT pens for the drawing.

Check out Misty's site. Her art work is beautiful. Here's my own entry:

Sunday Postcard Art - Theme: Celebrate!

This week's theme on Sunday Postcard Art is: Celebrate. I chose an image that well-known, artist Sarah Fishburn offered to the readers of her blog in 2008. Visit Sarah's blog, Ragtags Studio Central, to view some of her gorgeous Art!

Then take a peek at the Celebrate entries at Sunday Postcard Art. These artists are super talented!

  

Happy New Year 2009

Wishing You All a Joyous and Creative New Year!

This New Year card comes courtesy of The Graphics Fairy.