Full page of doodles

Still doodling.  But to be clear, this is what I do while waiting for paint or glue to dry.  I will share my other work soon.

 

 

 

Doodling on and on

There are those times when it is all that I end up with....doodles.  And for those times, I'll have to just be, well, satisfied I guess.

 

I can only handle the black & white for so long.  Then it's time for color....

 

 

 

 

 

So doodle away.....I think it's still art.

Feels like Autumn

With the onset of cooler temperatures and breezy days, it feels like autumn is upon us.  I love this weather.  Bring on the golds & reds...

Can't help but pull out the golden paints....

New Art Journal Pages

Continuing to work in my new art journal.  This page background is all markers, mostly Copic.  I wanted to see how it would look using only one medium. 

The facing page has an acrylic wash background.  Then I added collage elements and embellished with markers and crayons.

I enjoyed laying down the marker background, but I'm more drawn to the mixed media collage style.  Using markers is easier if you're on the go.  I was able to journal while sitting with the family watching our favorite funny show, The Office.  I haven't yet figured out how to paint on the go yet but eventually I will....I hope.

A painting in progress....

If you're like me, you are a bit fascinated with the process involved in making art.  So this is a painting I made today showing several stages along the way.

Wishing you a lovely day.

I remember.....

I will never forget.   

  

I pray for my country.

May God continue to bless America.

another girl - mixed media ACEO

At this point in time, for whatever reason, I have been feeling a strong sense of loyalty.  It has gotten my attention and upon further examination, I have discovered that my loyalties are firmly set in place, firmly applied, and unwavering.  Where does my loyalty lie?  To the truth.

Where do your loyalties lie?  And why is it referred to with the verb "lie"?  I believe it's because one's loyalties should be firmly set as in a foundation.  It is the "jumping off" point that determines future direction and values.

So I wish you a blessed day and a firm sense of your own loyalty.

More ACEO's

Continuing to work in this size and practicing various techniques. It's a bit addicting.



For those who may be wondering, I cut up a large sheet of watercolor art paper into 2.5" x 3.5" cards. I am using them until I run out. By doing it this way, I am able to complete backgrounds on several cards first before adding the illustration. I know many artists work this way naturally, but not me. I am an impatient artist. I tend to throw down a background and then throw down a sketch. That's fine, but I think this method gets better results.

How do you paint? What's your process? Post a link to your blog so I can see how you work. I'd love to visit.

Gazing

That's the word that comes to mind with this little piece.



This is done in the standard ACEO size. Quick to finish so there's no excuse not to make art everyday. So go make something. It's always nice to feel that sense of completing something that makes you smile.

ACEO

For the longest time I didn't know what an ACEO or ATC was.....then I heard it was trading cards. That just confused me more. But I finally found out that ACEO stands for art card editions and originals. So I tried making one.



I recommend trying these. They're fun and quick. Great for days when you just don't have the mojo going for a larger project.