Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
"Stand Up To Cancer Rose"
I just learned that someone special and very dear to my heart has been diagnosed with breast cancer. I know what it is like to be given that diagnosis. I wanted to do something, prayer is foremost, but I felt a need to pick up my pen and create something meaningful. The result is this zentangle that I have titled "Stand Up To Cancer Rose".
I originally designed this drawing in Zentangle format size of 3.5" x 3.5" but wanted it to be available in the ACEO format size of 2.5" x 3.5" as well. So I digitally altered it in PhotoShop. Following are both versions....
I originally designed this drawing in Zentangle format size of 3.5" x 3.5" but wanted it to be available in the ACEO format size of 2.5" x 3.5" as well. So I digitally altered it in PhotoShop. Following are both versions....
Continually praying for a cure so that no more victims need suffer from this disease.
Karen Anne
Roses For Norway Movement
I recently learned of the world wide "Roses For Norway" movement and was very touched by this article I read, http://flowersbyterica.blogspot.com/2011/08/92-of-my-reasons-i-blog4peace-roses-for.html.
As a result, I am sending over three original rose illustrations as my contribution to the bouquet of "Roses For Norway".
"Roses For Norway", in my heart and in my prayers.
You are invited to participate.
Karen Anne
As a result, I am sending over three original rose illustrations as my contribution to the bouquet of "Roses For Norway".
"Roses For Norway", in my heart and in my prayers.
You are invited to participate.
Karen Anne
Sunday, August 7, 2011
The "Humming Belles" Had A Magical Day!
Hi Everbody!
Wow! The "Humming Belles" had an wonderful day at the August 6th "Hip Happening" Arts and Crafts Show!
I awoke Saturday morning with a sense of foreboding and did not feel at all like setting up our displays for the day, I wasn't sure it was worth the effort. A feeling of gloom seemed to foreshadow the day but, never one to give up, I made sure "Danny Boy" was all set up with treat balls hidden for him to find throughout his day and off we set with the "Humming Belles".
We arrived at the hall and set up our tables and arranged our displays, one table for the "Ireland Brady Etsy Shop" and one for the "Humming Belles" Etsy Shop. We had the background pictures framed and stood the little belles in front of their scenes complete with matching outfits and props. A gentle breeze blew through the hall and their little wings fluttered and they looked like they were ready to take flight in happy delight!
We had settled back in our chairs as customers began strolling in, seeking out new discoveries and one of a kind treasures. Forty-five vendors were scattered throughout the inside of the hall and outside along the front and down the side. Beautiful creations and ideas over flowed the tables welcoming patrons to come and explore.
We noticed in unison that something a bit unusual was occurring; as people walked into the hall and looked around, to get their bearings before beginning their explorations, many would stop in mid hall, look over at the "Humming Belles" and slowly walk over as if magically drawn to the little fairies on the tabletop with their gently fluttering wings. We sat back and watched as they slowly scanned over the display and would finally look up and begin asking questions with sweet smiles of past remembrances shinning on their faces.
Some would relate tales of their first paper dolls, others would share stories of family members and friends who loved paper dolls, many just marveled at how our little "Humming Belles" were beyond what one expects. The "Humming Belles" were in their glory and had a hard time trying to just sit still and smile. Inside they were bubbling with excitement, people loved them! They were giddy with delight!
People were pleased with the concept of being able to choose their own favorite scenes, outfits, and wings; plus the fact that this is a collection that will be ongoing and ongrowing. They favored being able to color the pages, completing what I had started, and thereby making each set of wings, each outfit, and each scene personalized.
We listened as people spoke up and let us know what they felt we should also have to offer. Many were disappointed that we did not have illustrated short stories about "Humming Belles" adventures for each doll; BUT the biggest item we are missing are Boy Fairies! Well, this is an ever growing collection so I guess over the next few months you'll be finding stories and boy fairies joining in on the fun! We may just have to change the name to the "Humming Belles and Beaus", what do you think?!
As the day grew to an end, we realized it had been a wonderfully magical day and the gloom of the morning had been sent fleeing by the sunshine of loving acceptance and charming new friends! Eight "Humming Belles" and many coloring pages of scenes, wings and outfits have been taken to new homes were they will share their lives and adventures with new families and friends! One "Humming Belles" Starter Kit will even be flying overseas to a young girl in Croatia! Imagine that!
The "Humming Belles" have taken flight!
PS I had meant to bring along my camera to take pictures of the displays and the many new friends we met yesterday but it sat, fully charged, on the seat of the old oak hall stand next to our front door. Other than that, it was indeed a grand day!
May you always have
Love to Share,
Health to Spare,
And Friends who Care!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady aka HummingBelles
MY FIRST ETSY SHOP:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/IrelandBrady?ref=si_shop
MY SECOND ETSY SHOP:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HummingBelles?ref=si_shop
MY BLOG - "IrelandBrady - Musings To Ponder":
http://irelandbrady.blogspot.com/
My "Humming Belles" Blog:
http://hummingbelles.blogspot.com/
Wow! The "Humming Belles" had an wonderful day at the August 6th "Hip Happening" Arts and Crafts Show!
I awoke Saturday morning with a sense of foreboding and did not feel at all like setting up our displays for the day, I wasn't sure it was worth the effort. A feeling of gloom seemed to foreshadow the day but, never one to give up, I made sure "Danny Boy" was all set up with treat balls hidden for him to find throughout his day and off we set with the "Humming Belles".
We arrived at the hall and set up our tables and arranged our displays, one table for the "Ireland Brady Etsy Shop" and one for the "Humming Belles" Etsy Shop. We had the background pictures framed and stood the little belles in front of their scenes complete with matching outfits and props. A gentle breeze blew through the hall and their little wings fluttered and they looked like they were ready to take flight in happy delight!
We had settled back in our chairs as customers began strolling in, seeking out new discoveries and one of a kind treasures. Forty-five vendors were scattered throughout the inside of the hall and outside along the front and down the side. Beautiful creations and ideas over flowed the tables welcoming patrons to come and explore.
We noticed in unison that something a bit unusual was occurring; as people walked into the hall and looked around, to get their bearings before beginning their explorations, many would stop in mid hall, look over at the "Humming Belles" and slowly walk over as if magically drawn to the little fairies on the tabletop with their gently fluttering wings. We sat back and watched as they slowly scanned over the display and would finally look up and begin asking questions with sweet smiles of past remembrances shinning on their faces.
Some would relate tales of their first paper dolls, others would share stories of family members and friends who loved paper dolls, many just marveled at how our little "Humming Belles" were beyond what one expects. The "Humming Belles" were in their glory and had a hard time trying to just sit still and smile. Inside they were bubbling with excitement, people loved them! They were giddy with delight!
People were pleased with the concept of being able to choose their own favorite scenes, outfits, and wings; plus the fact that this is a collection that will be ongoing and ongrowing. They favored being able to color the pages, completing what I had started, and thereby making each set of wings, each outfit, and each scene personalized.
We listened as people spoke up and let us know what they felt we should also have to offer. Many were disappointed that we did not have illustrated short stories about "Humming Belles" adventures for each doll; BUT the biggest item we are missing are Boy Fairies! Well, this is an ever growing collection so I guess over the next few months you'll be finding stories and boy fairies joining in on the fun! We may just have to change the name to the "Humming Belles and Beaus", what do you think?!
As the day grew to an end, we realized it had been a wonderfully magical day and the gloom of the morning had been sent fleeing by the sunshine of loving acceptance and charming new friends! Eight "Humming Belles" and many coloring pages of scenes, wings and outfits have been taken to new homes were they will share their lives and adventures with new families and friends! One "Humming Belles" Starter Kit will even be flying overseas to a young girl in Croatia! Imagine that!
The "Humming Belles" have taken flight!
PS I had meant to bring along my camera to take pictures of the displays and the many new friends we met yesterday but it sat, fully charged, on the seat of the old oak hall stand next to our front door. Other than that, it was indeed a grand day!
May you always have
Love to Share,
Health to Spare,
And Friends who Care!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady aka HummingBelles
MY FIRST ETSY SHOP:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/IrelandBrady?ref=si_shop
MY SECOND ETSY SHOP:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/HummingBelles?ref=si_shop
MY BLOG - "IrelandBrady - Musings To Ponder":
http://irelandbrady.blogspot.com/
My "Humming Belles" Blog:
http://hummingbelles.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
The "Humming Belles" will be presented to Portland Society!
Hi! This coming Saturday the "Humming Belles" will be attending their first Art & Craft Event and they wanted to be sure to invite you to come on over if you are in the area! So consider this your personal invitation!
This is a big Sellwood/Westmoreland Passport Day Neighborhood Event, in Portland, Oregon, that they are delighted to be able to participate in this year!
If you can make it, we'd love to see you! Our tables will be located at the "Hip Happening" inside the Masonic Hall .... plus the Mason's are putting on one terrific BBQ that is super yummy!
Happy Day!
This is a big Sellwood/Westmoreland Passport Day Neighborhood Event, in Portland, Oregon, that they are delighted to be able to participate in this year!
If you can make it, we'd love to see you! Our tables will be located at the "Hip Happening" inside the Masonic Hall .... plus the Mason's are putting on one terrific BBQ that is super yummy!
Happy Day!
"No Name Zentangle Design"
I haven't done any art work in the past two weeks and really felt the need to create a new piece. I didn't have any particular subject in mind but I realized I had to create something. What better to fill that creative urgency than to sit down and mellow out with a zentangle design! I have titled this piece "No Name Zentangle" because I wasn't thinking of anything in particular but it made me feel good and regenerated my "Inspiration GPS".
This piece is now available in 8.5" x 11" and in the ACEO format size of 2.5"x3.5" in my Etsy Shop.
This piece is now available in 8.5" x 11" and in the ACEO format size of 2.5"x3.5" in my Etsy Shop.
Wishing you a day filled with creativity and inspiration!
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Some more Danny Boy ACEO's ...
This past week I have been going through my art work in preparation for a local show we will be participating in on August 6th (will let you know more about it a bit later) and I found two drawings of Danny Boy that I had not listed in My IrelandBrady Etsy Shop. So I decided now was as good a time as any to list them and share them with you in this blog.
Happy Day All!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Whoo Hoo! The "Humming Belles" had their first sale!
We are delighted to say we had our first sale of 10 "Humming Belles" ACEO's today! The "Humming Belles" are overjoyed and elated! The "Ice" has been broken and they look very forward to more wonderful visitors and patrons to their Etsy Shop.
On August 6th the "Humming Belles" are going to be introduced to Portland, Oregon society at their very first "Hip Happening" event in the Sellwood/East Moreland neighborhood "Passport Day"; a day where the neighborhoods open their shops with all kinds of specials and discounts galore! A wonderful array of delights, treats, activities, music, wonderful food await those who join in. The "Humming Belles" are are primping and preening so as to look their very best when they meet many new friends and, hopefully, find new homes and families to look after them.
Once we receive the e-flyer from "Hip Happening" we will be sure and post it so that, if you are in the area, you can come by and meet the "Humming Belles" in person! They would dearly love to meet you....
On August 6th the "Humming Belles" are going to be introduced to Portland, Oregon society at their very first "Hip Happening" event in the Sellwood/East Moreland neighborhood "Passport Day"; a day where the neighborhoods open their shops with all kinds of specials and discounts galore! A wonderful array of delights, treats, activities, music, wonderful food await those who join in. The "Humming Belles" are are primping and preening so as to look their very best when they meet many new friends and, hopefully, find new homes and families to look after them.
Once we receive the e-flyer from "Hip Happening" we will be sure and post it so that, if you are in the area, you can come by and meet the "Humming Belles" in person! They would dearly love to meet you....
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Coloring is not just for young children, it is much much more.....
Many people seem to think that filling in a coloring page is for young children and they are losing out on a wonderful form of enjoyment and accomplishment. It is also therapeutic and relaxing. I know it helped me get through cancer treatments, the simple act of coloring in one little part of a drawing helps to take your mind off your condition. Even when in a weakened condition, the human spirit seems to compel one to do something productive, even if that is something small at least you did it! A simple act that works to help heal from the inside out.
I look at coloring page as a starting point. I begin with one little leaf and color that in as my goal, maybe I add some shading, or add another color over top of the first to create a variation of the original color. When that first leaf is completed I have met my goal! I then challenge myself to one more leaf; if I complete it that is wonderful! If not, well, I can lay down my colored pencil and come back when I am stronger. My goal is still there awaiting my return.
As I wander from one little portion of the drawing to another, filling in a bit here and a bit there, the picture begins to come to life with colors of my choosing. Soon I find I am becoming absorbed in this simple act of coloring and less concentrated on my physical being.
I have given my coloring pages and sets of colored pencils to many others undergoing a treatment or recovering from something else who have, to their amazement, experienced these same feelings. Something so simple can and does bring great joy!
Individuals enjoy completing printed patterns for embroidery, needlepoint, latch hook kits, paint by number kits, etc. Adding color to a coloring page should be classified with these types of activities.
With my "Humming Belles" coloring pages I have begun drawings that you take to completion.
Karen Anne aka Ireland Brady aka Humming Belles
I look at coloring page as a starting point. I begin with one little leaf and color that in as my goal, maybe I add some shading, or add another color over top of the first to create a variation of the original color. When that first leaf is completed I have met my goal! I then challenge myself to one more leaf; if I complete it that is wonderful! If not, well, I can lay down my colored pencil and come back when I am stronger. My goal is still there awaiting my return.
As I wander from one little portion of the drawing to another, filling in a bit here and a bit there, the picture begins to come to life with colors of my choosing. Soon I find I am becoming absorbed in this simple act of coloring and less concentrated on my physical being.
I have given my coloring pages and sets of colored pencils to many others undergoing a treatment or recovering from something else who have, to their amazement, experienced these same feelings. Something so simple can and does bring great joy!
Individuals enjoy completing printed patterns for embroidery, needlepoint, latch hook kits, paint by number kits, etc. Adding color to a coloring page should be classified with these types of activities.
With my "Humming Belles" coloring pages I have begun drawings that you take to completion.
Karen Anne aka Ireland Brady aka Humming Belles
Thursday, July 14, 2011
"Humming Belles" Starter Kits - a $15.80 value for only $9.98!
The "Humming Belles" have asked me to show you what you will be receiving in your "Humming Belles" starter kit (with your choice of doll) so here we go!
1. A hand cut laminated "Humming Belles" Doll with complimentary set of dragonfly style wings in the Humming Belles trademark color of golden rod yellow.
1. A hand cut laminated "Humming Belles" Doll with complimentary set of dragonfly style wings in the Humming Belles trademark color of golden rod yellow.
2. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a regular girl at the beach, set #9.
3. One scene coloring page, "A Day At The Beach".
4. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a fairy, set #14.
5. One coloring page with a set of fancy fairy wings, wings #1.
6. One scene coloring page, "Fairy Garden Fairy Home".
7. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a mermaid, set #15.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/77017867/humming-belles-mermaid-fairy-paper-doll
8. One undersea coloring page, #1 with sunken fairy castle.
9. One hand cut laminated paper doll mannequin with mannequin use instructions plus a blank sheet of paper for designing your first outfits.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/77022994/humming-belles-fairy-paper-doll
http://www.etsy.com/listing/77022994/humming-belles-fairy-paper-doll
10. One customized "Humming Belles" storage folder.
(cover only shown here)
The "Humming Belles" wish you the happiest of days!
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Featured Artist of the Week!
Oh, this is so exciting that I just had to share ... I recently learned that I am the "Featured Artist of the Week" at Top Artists Directory! Take the time to visit this wonderful site and become introduced to many, many outstanding artists and their beautiful works of art!
New! Undersea Illustrations and Coloring Pages
The "Humming Belles" wanted an undersea scene added to their portfolio and requested I create a two part set to give them more space to play in. In the first scene, a sunken fairy castle, a clown fish and a sea horse are featured; in the second scene we find an octopus, an angel fish, star fish, mussels and much more! These illustrations are listed in the "Humming Belles" Etsy Shop in full color, as pages to be colored by you, and finally as full color ACEO/Trading cards.
Sunday, July 3, 2011
The "Humming Belles" Fan Blog has been created!
For those of you interested in the activities of the "Humming Belles" we have a created a new blog, a place where we hope to share photos of scenes, color pages, original fashions, etc. completed by "Humming Belles" Fans!
You are welcome to come over join! Just click on this link
http://hummingbelles.blogspot.com/
We will also be featuring new pages and fashions as they are added to the "Humming Belles" Etsy Shop!
We look forward to seeing you at both locations!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady aka HummingBelles
You are welcome to come over join! Just click on this link
http://hummingbelles.blogspot.com/
We will also be featuring new pages and fashions as they are added to the "Humming Belles" Etsy Shop!
We look forward to seeing you at both locations!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady aka HummingBelles
Saturday, July 2, 2011
The "Humming Belles" Fairy Paper Dolls
My Humming Belles are now nicely settled into their Humming Belles Etsy Shop and looking forward to meeting new friends from near and far. I thought I'd take this opportunity to introduce our little charmers, who each stand 9-1/2" tall and are as friendly as can be!
(Fairy) Paper Doll "A"
(Fairy) Paper Doll "B"
(Fairy) Paper Doll "C"
(Fairy) Paper Doll "D"
(Fairy) Paper Doll "E"
(Fairy) Paper Doll "F"
They invite you to visit them and check out all the different regular girl, fairy attire, mermaid attire and the wonderfully delightful scene coloring pages they have available for you to collect and enjoy!
When purchasing be sure to put the code FRIEND in the coupon box of your order to receive a 25% discount on your entire purchase!
Happy Day!
Friday, July 1, 2011
The "Humming Belles" Collection of Fairy Paper Dolls Plus
Hi! I just finished opening up my new Etsy Shop "Humming Belles" to show case my Fairy Paper Dolls! These unique dolls transform from being a regular young girl to a fairy, or a mermaid, or a mermairy (a mermaid fairy). She will help you release your imagination and creative spirit! The Humming Belles doll, of your choice, comes to you with her own kit to get you started on magical adventures, which you can then write about, thereby creating your own stories to share with others.
You will have hours of fun and enjoyment coloring her many ensembles, props and scenes (to be used as backdrops for settings you create) with your favorite colors. You will be creating a custom wardrobe and scenes using the color schemes that most please you. In addition, each Humming Belles Doll comes with a laminated mannequin so that you will be able to design your own fashion originals!
Each Starter Kit includes the following items:
1. A pre-cut Humming Belles Doll and complimentary set of dragonfly style wings in the Humming Belles trademark color of golden rod yellow.
2. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a regular girl, set #9.
3. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a fairy, set #14.
4. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a mermaid, set #15.
5. One laminated paper doll mannequin for designing your own outfits.
6. One scene coloring page, "Fairy Garden Fairy Home".
7. One customized "Humming Belles" Storage Folder.
So, when you have the chance, come on over and check them out! You find the shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/
Take advantage of the Grand Opening promotion by putting the code FRIEND in the coupon box on your order to receive a 25% discount on your entire purchase!
Karen Anne Brady
You will have hours of fun and enjoyment coloring her many ensembles, props and scenes (to be used as backdrops for settings you create) with your favorite colors. You will be creating a custom wardrobe and scenes using the color schemes that most please you. In addition, each Humming Belles Doll comes with a laminated mannequin so that you will be able to design your own fashion originals!
Each Starter Kit includes the following items:
1. A pre-cut Humming Belles Doll and complimentary set of dragonfly style wings in the Humming Belles trademark color of golden rod yellow.
2. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a regular girl, set #9.
3. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a fairy, set #14.
4. One coloring page with an outfit and props for a mermaid, set #15.
5. One laminated paper doll mannequin for designing your own outfits.
6. One scene coloring page, "Fairy Garden Fairy Home".
7. One customized "Humming Belles" Storage Folder.
So, when you have the chance, come on over and check them out! You find the shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/
Take advantage of the Grand Opening promotion by putting the code FRIEND in the coupon box on your order to receive a 25% discount on your entire purchase!
Welcome to
Please stop by for our grand opening and let me know what you think of my newest adventure!
Friday, June 24, 2011
Sunday, June 19, 2011
"Zentangle Tiles"
In the past several months I have completed many drawings using Zentangle Techniques. It didn't hit me until this weekend that I have not completed one true Zentangle Tile ... that being a picture that is pure design and patterns, there is no up or down, it has no subject matter that is discernible and is created purely to please the creator and the viewer. A Zentangle Tile has a universal size of 3.5 inches by 3.5 inches.
I had hit an artistic block this past week and my "Inspiration GPS" just wasn't working ... I think I needed to charge its batteries. That being the case I decided why not try some of these Zentangle Tiles?! I proceeded to cut myself up a small stack of 3.5x3.5 squares and settled back, relaxed and enjoyed creating the following four Zentangle Tiles. These will be listed in my Etsy Shop shortly, but I wanted to share them with you first.
Since Zentangle Tiles do not have a subject matter I was having trouble with giving the pieces titles ... I finally decided to just give them numbers as I progress. So here they are:
Best of all, after finishing these 4 little drawings, I found I had recharged my "Inspiration GPS"! I now have several new ideas I can't wait to get started on tomorrow!
Moral of this little story: If you are having trouble recharging your "Inspiration GPS" ... try recharging with a few Zentangle Tiles!
Happy Day!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady
I had hit an artistic block this past week and my "Inspiration GPS" just wasn't working ... I think I needed to charge its batteries. That being the case I decided why not try some of these Zentangle Tiles?! I proceeded to cut myself up a small stack of 3.5x3.5 squares and settled back, relaxed and enjoyed creating the following four Zentangle Tiles. These will be listed in my Etsy Shop shortly, but I wanted to share them with you first.
Since Zentangle Tiles do not have a subject matter I was having trouble with giving the pieces titles ... I finally decided to just give them numbers as I progress. So here they are:
Zentangle Tile #1
Zentangle Tile #2
Zentangle Tile #3
Zentangle Tile #4
Moral of this little story: If you are having trouble recharging your "Inspiration GPS" ... try recharging with a few Zentangle Tiles!
Happy Day!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady
Monday, June 13, 2011
"Forest Friendships"
Hi! I have completed another watercolor illustration with my Niji waterbrushes and Yarka water paints. I must say I really like this combination of tools! I haven't really settled on a name for this piece, but have decided to call it "Forest Friendships" until I can come up with a better title.
It is a fun little piece that I have thoroughly enjoyed working on.
It is a fun little piece that I have thoroughly enjoyed working on.
Happy Day!
Karen Anne aka IrelandBrady
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Two New Watercolor Illustrations
It has been awhile since I have posted anything on my blog, basically because I have been busy trying out my new Niji Waterbrushes (brushes with a water reservoir), Derwent InkTense Pencils, and Yarka Watercolors. I really haven't tinkered around much with watercolors since I was in 8th grade, many many moons ago! But I am working on a project and the need for the use of watercolors arose so I decided to experiment with them and see what results I could achieve.
I learned about the Niji waterbrushes while watching a YouTube Tutorial on Derwent InkTense Pencils (they are inks rather than watercolors) and decided to order myself some from DickBlick.com, a great place to shop for art supplies. I really like the Niji brushes as they provide a source of control that I love, the Derwent InkTense colors are vivid and bright and work well with Yarka watercolors. Once the Derwent InkTense colors are dry, they are permanent so I find they make a wonderful base to use the Yarka paints for shadowing and finer details.
I am no pro when it comes to watercolors, etc. but I found the results very much to my liking and thought it would be nice to share them with you and see what your reactions are.
The following are the two illustrations I have been working on over the past two weeks.
I'd be delighted if you would let me know what you think of the results!
Karen Anne
I learned about the Niji waterbrushes while watching a YouTube Tutorial on Derwent InkTense Pencils (they are inks rather than watercolors) and decided to order myself some from DickBlick.com, a great place to shop for art supplies. I really like the Niji brushes as they provide a source of control that I love, the Derwent InkTense colors are vivid and bright and work well with Yarka watercolors. Once the Derwent InkTense colors are dry, they are permanent so I find they make a wonderful base to use the Yarka paints for shadowing and finer details.
I am no pro when it comes to watercolors, etc. but I found the results very much to my liking and thought it would be nice to share them with you and see what your reactions are.
The following are the two illustrations I have been working on over the past two weeks.
"Fairy Garden Fairy Home"
"The Enchanted Well"
Karen Anne
Thursday, May 26, 2011
A Wonderful Surprise from Australia!
Today in the mail I received a wonderful surprise from my Etsy friend in Australia, SunshineShelle. Awhile back I had won an ACEO at SunshineShelle's Blog (be sure to check out her blog, it's great!) and I sent her a photo of our little miniature pinscher, Danny Boy, and asked if she could do him. Well, today, her beautiful ACEO Original of Danny Boy arrived! Shelle did a beautiful job on capturing his expression and I just have to share it will all of you ....
This is the photo I sent to Shelle of Danny Boy
I just love it!
This is the photo I sent to Shelle of Danny Boy
And THIS is what she did! Beautiful!
Thank you so very much Shelle!
I just love it!
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