Archive for August, 2009
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
 I didn’t think I would contribute to Illustration Friday (IF), this week.
The word “caution” did not stimulate my creative flow…at all. I thought about it all weekend and decided last night, “I’ll have to skip the prompt this week”.
But this morning, daydreaming in my office, staring at my soft plushy bear and surrounded by bears (nick-knacks of the toy variety), I remembered how, when I was little, I thought that dancing with polar bears would be great!
(I lived in a very warm climate and thoughts of polar bears was very imaginative).
From that thought, I remembered sketching at the Zoo, and how Zoo officials always caution individuals about getting too close to the animals, and the thought hit me…bears, caution…so after lunch with graphite and watercolor pencils…and some caution tape from the painter on the premises.
Voila! Just when I thought I’d hit the bottom of the creative barrel… lol! (well…maybe I have) :)
As with any wild animal, two legged or four, proceed with caution, but by all means, live on the wild side this week…dance with a few bears…peace.
Tags: Caution, caution tape, Dancing, daydreaming, Graphite, Illustration Friday, Indigene, Indigeneart.com, indigenous girl, office, Polar Bears, Sketches, watercolor pencils, Zoo
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Sunday, August 16th, 2009
 For me, there is a mysteriousness, magical quality to being wrapped in knowledge, creativity and intelligence.
I live In a society, where videos and fashion deems that less is better, I like the idea of being “wrapped“.
Putting politics, religion and power issues aside, I love the beauty of these women, wrapped, I created them as Muses, contemplative, looking to be called, ready to encourage all forms of creativity.
(The original painting “3 Muses” was created and sold in 2008).
Today, wrap yourself in the creativity of your muse. Peace to you all.
Tags: 3 Muses, Africa, American, Asia, Contemplative, creativity, Cultural diversity, Graphite, Illustration Friday, Indigene, Indigeneart.com, Middle-East, mixed media, pastel, watercolor, Wrapped
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Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Bella Sinclair Award – This award is a token of inspiration for other artists out there to continue sharing their wonderful talent because there are people out there who truly cares.
Yoon See is an incredibly thoughtful and sweet artist, and her work is shines with her personality, brilliance and fun. She has so many different and wonderful styles!
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I received the Bella Sinclair Award on the left from Cheryl Lynn, a phenomenal woman woman who’s loving spirit snatches you right up from the start! So Cheryl, my dear, thank you, thank you!
The award was created by Ces ,for Bella Sinclair who is a wonderful artist whose husband passed away June, 2009. Ces is an artist who’s work makes you drool over a pen!
Cheryl Lynn graciously passed this award on to me, which she received from Vanessa Brantley Newton, who’s love and humor, brings me to my knees with laughter often! :) Vanessa gave this award to me also!
I was looking through my comment section this week and realized I also received this award from Art Fan Ako who just joined the world of the art blogsphere in May, 2009 and taking it by storm, I might add!
Finally, but never least I received the award on the right from Bella Sinclair in October, 2008, and for some reason, I missed it! While scrolling through Bella’s blog, because I missed her lovely spirit, I saw that Bella gave me the award last year and that award was created and given to Bella by Yoon See!
I love being an artist! (Yes, it’s because I’m “OCD” and there wasn’t anything else I could do to enjoy life) :) But, more importantly it has drawn me in a circle of artist bloggers, who are creative geniuses with monstrous talent, and I’m just happy visiting their blog!
So, in keeping with this sharing and caring lovefest, I pass these awards along to folks that are in my chain of caring:
Adrienne Trafford’s Blog
Kathy Hare Illustration
Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art
Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House
Studio Lolo
ValGal Art: Illustration
Bjornik’s Pen/Ink
Teri’s Painted Daisies
If you’ve made in this far in reading this chain of care, please by all means you sincerely should add your name to the list! Peace to you all.
Tags: Adrienne Trafford’s Blog, Art Fan Ako, Awards, Bella Sinclair, Bjornik’s Pen/Ink, Caring, Ces, Chain, Cheryl Lynn, Creative Talent, Genius, Indigeneart.com, Kathy Hare Illustration, love, Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art, Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House, Sharing, Studio Lolo, Teri’s Painted Daisies, ValGal Art: Illustration, Vanessa Brantley Newton, Yoon See
Posted in Art, Friends | 13 Comments »
Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Bella Sinclair Award – This award is a token of inspiration for other artists out there to continue sharing their wonderful talent because there are people out there who truly cares.
Yoon See is an incredibly thoughtful and sweet artist, and her work is shines with her personality, brilliance and fun. She has so many different and wonderful styles!
******
I received the Bella Sinclair Award on the left from Cheryl Lynn, a phenomenal woman woman who’s loving spirit snatches you right up from the start! So Cheryl, my dear, thank you, thank you!
The award was created by Ces ,for Bella Sinclair who is a wonderful artist whose husband passed away June, 2009. Ces is an artist who’s work makes you drool over a pen!
Cheryl Lynn graciously passed this award on to me, which she received from Vanessa Brantley Newton, who’s love and humor, brings me to my knees with laughter often! :) Vanessa gave this award to me also!
I was looking through my comment section this week and realized I also received this award from Art Fan Ako who just joined the world of the art blogsphere in May, 2009 and taking it by storm, I might add!
Finally, but never least I received the award on the right from Bella Sinclair in October, 2008, and for some reason, I missed it! While scrolling through Bella’s blog, because I missed her lovely spirit, I saw that Bella gave me the award last year and that award was created and given to Bella by Yoon See!
I love being an artist! (Yes, it’s because I’m “OCD” and there wasn’t anything else I could do to enjoy life) :) But, more importantly it has drawn me in a circle of artist bloggers, who are creative geniuses with monstrous talent, and I’m just happy visiting their blog!
So, in keeping with this sharing and caring lovefest, I pass these awards along to folks that are in my chain of caring:
Adrienne Trafford’s Blog
Kathy Hare Illustration
Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art
Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House
Studio Lolo
ValGal Art: Illustration
Bjornik’s Pen/Ink
Teri’s Painted Daisies
If you’ve made in this far in reading this chain of care, please by all means you sincerely should add your name to the list! Peace to you all.
Tags: Adrienne Trafford’s Blog, Art Fan Ako, Awards, Bella Sinclair, Bjornik’s Pen/Ink, Caring, Ces, Chain, Cheryl Lynn, Creative Talent, Genius, Indigeneart.com, Kathy Hare Illustration, love, Nancy Lefko’s Beautiful Collage Art, Roberta Baird’s A Mouse in the House, Sharing, Studio Lolo, Teri’s Painted Daisies, ValGal Art: Illustration, Vanessa Brantley Newton, Yoon See
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Sunday, August 2nd, 2009
I’ve modified the color for the line drawing of last week’s prompt, “Idle.”
I’m happy that it only took me a couple of days! With my schedule, I need to modify, to enjoy the worthwhile things in life!
Please let me know which you like better, the line drawing (posted below this post) or mixed media color (this post)!
Happy Week!
Tags: acrylic, Bath, Book, color, color pencil, Indigene, Indigeneart.com, Mama Bear, marker, mixed media, Modify, Rug, Tile, Tub, watercolor
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I didn’t think I would contribute to Illustration Friday (IF), this week.
