Sketch

I came across this sketch while organizing my studio today. The inspiration came from 3 different photos of models from Vogue. I liked the hair on one, the eyes on another, and the nose & lips of the last one. All of the ladies were gorgeous and I could have sketched each as they appeared, but something about mixing them up appealed more to me and I love the way she turned out. Hey, variety is the spice of life, right? :) I'm going to be doing more realistic work such as this, but with a different spin on it. I'll share more later... xox

Tea anyone?

Isabella and I enjoyed an afternoon tea with her fairy friends and teddy. I think I had more fun than she did... xox

Mini collage painting

OK, so I've been playing with watercolors and loving it. Soft pale colours---YUM! I just listed this mini painting on etsy-stop by and take a look.

Hope everyone is having a Terrific Summer!!!
xoxox~Nat

Sketch

I have not had much time, as of late, to work on anything new---kids just finished with school and I've been sick with allergies-Yuck! I joined an online class and am having fun doing some simple sketches. Hopefully, I'll feel well enough to bust out the paints soon. For now, I'll just enjoy drawing. ♥

Sea Siren on etsy

7" hanging Mermaid I just listed on etsy...

My Favorite Doll from AFIC

OK, so several people asked me what was my absolute favorite doll at AFIC last weekend and for me it was hands down Lillian Alberti's "Solange". So whimsical and fun and reminiscent of Van Craig's work. I told people I wanted to Lick this doll that's how much I loved her:) Alright, I know it sounds like I got carried away, but I swear this photo does not do her justice. And as for Lillian, well she's a doll herself. Too sweet for words really---must visit her while in New York.

Cheers!!! ♥

How is it done?

So how does one get from this to that? It's a long process-just ask any of my students who joined me last weekend at AFIC. This is the piece I started there and the first photo is exactly how it looked when I got home. Too busy working with my students to work on my demo doll. But, wait until I share pics of their creations. Fantastic!!! More posts to come-SOON... Still catching my breath from all the excitement. ♥