Cinnamon Pink

Day Thirty-One: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

I can't believe it! Day Thirty-One of the Challenge is here - and we're all done.

I'm very happy that I completed every day of the Challenge. It was a personal goal for me to draw daily. Now I have to clean up my very messy studio.

 

Day Twenty-Nine: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

This simple daisy gave me so much trouble. The water-soluble ink was not cooperating.

Day Twenty-Nine of the Challenge has arrived.

Day Twenty-Eight: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

We're almost done - Day Twenty-Eight of the Challenge

Day Twenty-Seven: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Today is Day Twenty-Seven of the Challenge.

I'm not too pleased with this sketch but at least I completed a drawing today.

Day TwentySix: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Day Twenty-Six of the Challenge has arrived.

I really don't plan my subjects ahead of time. I just draw what ever comes out of my pencil at the moment.

Day Twenty-Five: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Day Twenty-Five and I am determined to complete the Inktober Challenge. I must admit that October has seemed like a longer than usual month.

For this sketch, I used black water soluble pencil, turquoise acrylic ink and black permanent ink.

Let's carry on with the challenge!

Day Twenty-Four: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

We have arrived at Day Twenty-Four of the Inktober Challenge.

I hope you're still participating.

Day Twenty-Three: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Moving along to Day Twenty-Three of the Drawing Challenge. Eight more days left to finish! Can we do it?

Day Twenty-Two: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Here's a simple fashion sketch for Day Twenty-Two of the Challenge.

I really do love working with the Jane Davenport Inkredible Pen. I like the washes that the water-soluble ink creates.

Day Twenty-One: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

A cake sketch for Day Twenty-One of the Challenge. Ten more days to go!

Day Twenty: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Today is Day Twenty of the Inktober Drawing Challenge.

For this sketch, I used permanent black ink, water soluble black ink and and white ink. She looks a bit Goth but I guess that fits for the month of October.

Day Nineteen: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

We finally made it to Day Nineteen of the Challenge. Only twelve more days to go!

For this sketch, I used permanent black ink and water soluble ink. 

Day Eighteen: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

I had a lot of fun with this abstract art piece for Day Eighteen.

For my mark making, I used a seed pod, dipped in black ink, to create the designs.

I then added water soluble ink which I blended with a wet brush to make shadows. To keep myself interested in the challenge, I need to try different techniques.

Day Seventeen: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

I'm back to the faces for Day Seventeen of the Challenge.

I used permanent black ink, white ink and water soluble ink for this sketch.

Day Fifteen: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Checking in at Day Fifteen of the Inktober Drawing Challenge.

For this Jane Davenport-inspired sketch, I used water-soluble ink and art stamps.

Day Fourteen: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

We've completed two weeks of the Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge. Only seventeen more days to go!

I used ink and a water-soluble pencil for this sketch.

Day Thirteen: Inktober 2017 Sketching Challenge

We were visiting Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina for the past few days so I'm late in posting my Day Thirteen sketch. But so far, I'm keeping up with the challenge.

I used ink and water-soluble pencil for this drawing.

Day Twelve: Inktober Drawing Challenge 2017

Today is Day Twelve. I used the Jane Davenport Inkredible Pen for this sketch.

Day Ten: Inktober Drawing Challenge 2017

 

Day Ten of the Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge.

I used inks and a variety of art stamps for this sketch.

Day Nine: Inktober Drawing Challenge 2017

Are you still inking on Day Nine? I've added flowers to my themes of Faces and Figures. I used ink and watercolor for the sketch.

Day Seven: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Day Seven - If you're participating, we completed one week of the Challenge.

For this sketch, I used ink, acrylic paints and a flower art stamp.

Day Six: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

For Day Six, I used ink, black and yellow iron oxide acrylic paints.

Instead of following any specific daily prompts, my challenge theme is Faces and Figures.

Day Five: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Moving along to Day Five of the Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge.

I used black ink and turquoise acrylic ink for this sketch.

Day Four: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

Today is Day Four of the Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge.

I used Caran d'Ache Hypnotic Turquoise Ink for this sketch on bristol board paper. The ink came out quite darker than I expected but I worked with it.

Today, I'm at the Art & Soul Retreat in Virginia Beach taking a jewelry class.

Day Three: Inktober Challenge 2017

Day Three: Today, I actually did this drawing on inexpensive cartridge paper. I had no goal in mind. The sketch only took me a few minutes to complete. I actually like the drawing. 

Lesson learned: Sometimes it better not to plan the perfect sketch, the perfect art supplies. Just do it!

Day Two: Inktober Challenge 2017

Here we are at Day Two of the Inktober Challenge.

For this sketch, I used ink - and acrylic paint for the hair. One of Inktober's benefits is the challenge to draw daily.

Day One: Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge

YAY - Today is the first Day of the Inktober 2017 Drawing Challenge.

To create this sketch, I used the Jane Davenport Inkredible Fountain Pen. I love the fact that the pen ink is water-reactive. I hope to sketch as many drawings as I can this month. Are You In Too?

Inktober 2017 Prompt List

Inktober 2017 is coming soon. Check out founder, Jake Parker's site for useful inking information.

I'm planning on participating.

Black, White & Shades of Gray Challenge: from Dick Blick

Dick Blick is featuring a challenge for art work done in Black, White and Shades of Gray. Any medium is welcome: markers, ink, pencils, chalk or photography.

You have between October 31 and November 13, 2016 to upload a photo of your piece, and complete the submission form. Limit one entry per artist.

Get out your art supplies or camera and begin creating.

 

Cross-Country Clearprint Collaborative Art Project

I'm participating in the Cross-Country Clearprint Collaborative Art Project. I submitted the above painting to the Project.

Participating artists receive two Clearprint Vellum Books. One book is used in the art exchange; the second book is for the artist to keep as a gift. 

Each artist uses one page in the vellum book (right hand side) to create art. The artist may choose to create a work on the front of their page or utilize the front and back to create a work that can be viewed from multiple sides. 

Artists are allowed one week to create their work once the book is received. The book is then sent back to Cross-Country. They will then scan the images and upload them to the Clearprint website gallery and social media platforms.

For more details on the project, visit the Cross-Country Web site. I really enjoyed creating the painting for this project. I plant to do more vellum paintings in the future.

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days 2016: Day Twenty

Today is Day Twenty of 30 Paintings in 30 Days 2016.

This is another painting that I started in Wan Marsh's Abstract Painting class. And I finally finished it today. Later on, I may add some graphite to the collage images.

30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge: Day Nineteen

Oh dear! I am so behind in the 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge. Today is Day Nineteen. Well, I just need to keep making art.

I finished this art piece today. I began it in an Abstract Painting Class led by Wan Marsh at the Art & Soul Retreat in Virginia Beach. The painting somehow reminds me of the old buildings in Jerusalem.

Wan makes abstract painting look so easy. I plan to keep experimenting with the ideas that she mentioned in class. Wan suggests working on a few canvases at the same time. Great idea!

Related articles

30 Paintings in 30 Days - Day 7 & Day 8

Day Thirty - 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge

Day Twenty Seven - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Fourteen: 30 Paintings in 30 Days 2016

When we were on vacation, I had hoped to do some paintings for the 30 in 30 Challenge. But we were so busy touring Jacksonville, St Augustine and Charleston that I didn't get a chance to paint.

Well today I finally finished an Angel painting that I had been working on for a while. So this is my entry for Day Fourteen of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

Leslie Saeta, founder of the 30 in 30 Challenge, says it's OK to miss some days. The important thing is to keep painting.

Related articles

Somerset Home Autumn 2015 Issue

Day Twenty Seven - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Four: 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Four: 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Today is Day Four of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. I did this illustration with ink and watercolor paints.

Related articles

Day Twenty Seven - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Twenty-Four - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Three: 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Here we are at Day Three of 30 Paintings in 30 Days 2016. I'm a little late in posting because we just came back from Sunday Brunch.

I used ink, graphite and acrylic paints for this painting. I added lots of water to the acrylics to achieve a watercolor effect. 

Related articles

Art Journal Page Evolution

Purple Sheep Art Journal Page

Day Twenty Nine - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Thirty Paintings in 30 Days 2016 - Day Two

Today is Day Two of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. 

Here is another watercolor painting of a Goth-Style Fashion Girl.

Day One - Thirty Paintings in 30 Days 2016

Happy New Year to All!

Well here we go again.....Today is Day One of 30 Paintings in 30 Days in 2016.

Here's a fashion girl done with watercolor paints and a vintage paper flower.. My scanner acted a little wonky today and this gray shadow showed up in the images of my scans. I've managed to blot out the gray shadow.

Related articles

Day Twenty Seven - 30 Paintings in 30 Days

Day Nineteen - 30 Paintings in 30 Days Challenge

2015 Picture Book Idea Month (PiBoIdMo) Challenge - Registration is Open

Image from Tara Lazar's Blog

I signed up for the 2015 Picture Book Idea Month (PiBoIdMo) Challenge founded by Tara Lazar, children's book author. 

According to Tara, "The challenge is to create 30 picture book concepts in 30 days. You don’t have to write a manuscript (but you can if the mood strikes). Daily blog posts by picture book authors, illustrators, editors and other kidlit professionals will help inspire you." 

Registration is open through November 5th. I'm looking forward to the challenge. Why not join in?

InkTober Challenge from Jake Parker

 

Image from Jake Parker's site

I just discovered Jake Parker's InkTober Challenge. Here's a description of the challenge in Jake's own words:

"Every October, artists all over the world take on the InkTober drawing challenge by doing one ink drawing a day the entire month. I created InkTober in 2009 as a challenge to improve my inking skills and develop positive drawing habits. It has since grown into a worldwide endeavor with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year. Anyone can do InkTober, just pick up a pen and start drawing."

It's not too late to join. As Jake says, you can participate daily, every other day or weekly. Check out the InkTober Rules for more details.

As many of you know from reading my blog, I draw on a daily basis. Now all I have to do is add some ink to my sketches.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Thirty

Today is finally Day Thirty of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. I can't believe that I actually completed all thirty paintings. 

I create art on a daily basis in a variety of mediums. However, I generally do not complete an art piece each day. Some projects take a few days for me to finish. So doing a completed painting for thirty days in a row was a stretch for me. Yes, I've completed this 30 in 30 Challenge in other years. But somehow this year's challenge appeared more difficult. I was probably trying to fit too many other activities in one day.

I hope you were able to increase your painting output during this challenge too.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty Eight

Day Twenty Eight of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. Only two days to go!

For this painting, I used acrylic paint, stamping and a bit of collage.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty Seven

Today is Day Twenty Seven of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

I completed another watercolor painting for this day's challenge. My goal was to create a soft pastel look.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty Six

We have made it to Day Twenty Six of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

I've worked with primarily acrylic paint for about two-thirds of the challenge. Therefore, I really enjoyed painting with watercolors today.

Are you still participating in the challenge?

 

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty Five

Is it really Day Twenty Five of 30 Painting in 30 Days? Only five more days to go!

I worked with oil pastels again and added a bit of collage.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty Four

Well, here we are at Day Twenty Four of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

Today I worked with oil pastels and art stamps to create my art piece.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty-Three With a Twist

Today is Day Twenty Three of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

Instead of working with the usual paper substrates, I painted a silk scarf.* To protect my table, I lined it with freezer paper.  First, I brushed undiluted alcohol on the scarf. Then I dropped small puddles of alcohol ink all over the scarf. I sprayed the puddles with alcohol to achieve diffused colors. 

When the scarf dried, I used a text stamp (loaded with pigment ink for fabrics) to print an all-over design. Last, I ironed the scarf to make the colors permanent. The photo doesn't adequately show the beauty of the silk-painted scarf.

*Note: The scarf has a beige background because I had eco-dyed it beforehand with found plant materials.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty-Two

Today is Day Twenty-Two of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

Using acrylic paint, I created some Fantasy Blossoms. The flower stems were originally dark brown but I wiped them away so that you only see a hint of the stems.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty-One

On to Day Twenty-One of 30 Paintings in 30 Days.

My goal was to use bright colors in this acrylic painting. Next, I added black lines of paint; ink scribbles, stamping and mark making.

This is not my usual choice of colors but it is a good experiment. I entitled it: Abstract Explosion.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Twenty

We're heading toward the finish line at Day Twenty of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. Only ten days to go.

I began this acrylic painting with large rectangles of dark purple paint. Then I just kept adding many layers of white, light purple and pink paint. To finish off the piece, I added some stamped circles.

30 Paintings in 30 Days: Day Nineteen

It's Day Nineteen of 30 Paintings in 30 Days. What? Only Day Nineteen?

This acrylic painting of an Abstract Forest proved to be a challenge for me. When the latter happens, I just tell myself to keep painting. Tomorrow is another day to experiment and paint.