Anytime I was hesitant about taking a chance, my grandmother would say, “Valerie, put yourself in the path of lightning.” –Valerie Jarrett Lola says, “No, I’m comfy, but by all means, you get up and work. I’ll just stay in bed awhile longer.”
Monthly Archives: January 2016
I have to hurry so I can get my tire fixed and back on the road. It’s been fun Alabama, but I’d like to hit Florida today. Luckily, it is an inside tire on my rear duals so I can limp to the service station instead of having someone come […]
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I’m exhausted so I’ll just leave you with the image. Words to come.
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I wanted to try being loose and more expressive with my lines. It actually took me longer to do this one than any of the most recent. Yesterday, the dogs and I went for a hike and by the time I was able to paint, I was so worn out, […]
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I wanted to try being loose and more expressive with my lines. It actually took me longer to do this one than any of the most recent. Yesterday, the dogs and I went for a hike and by the time I was able to paint, I was so worn out, […]
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You can now buy the first 7 paintings of the challenge from either their original posts or this link to my Daily Paintworks page. If you are more inclined for prints, shower curtains, throw pillows, or bags, you can check out my Fine Art America page.
For Sale
This one was fun. I found images of a new model. I was asked, “How do you know when it’s done?” The answer: When I like more of it than I dislike and fixing what I don’t like will mess up what I do like. Or when my timer goes […]
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One thing I think makes sketchbooks truly beautiful, aside from the obvious, is lettering. I am very envious of those with beautiful handwriting along side their drawings. You would never guess I spent a summer learning cursive before we had even had it in school. Or that I had a […]
Sketch-A-Long
This one had me feeling a little bored as I painted. I don’t know if it was the pose, 10 days of painting figures, or the long day messing with solar panels. I’m happy with the outcome though. I’ll go to town and find fresh poses tonight.
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The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. –Walt Disney Sammie says, “I’m not going to feed myself. You get up. You work. You bring me my kibble.”
Monday Motivation – Don’t Let Monday Suck
Done earlier in the day. Finally decided I should do something more productive than a warm bed, good book, and great coffee today. Now I can go back to my nest without guilt.
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This started out a little rough. Since I didn’t paint yesterday I felt like I forgot how. It past very quickly though and I’m happy with the way it turned out. I’m not sure if I’ll get my store fixed over the weekend. I’m in the middle of the woods, […]
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*Disclaimer: Skip the third to last paragraph if you don’t like swear words.* If you know me, I’m sure you expect, “I’ve made a terrible mistake,” out of my mouth much more often than it actually happens. Luckily, most of my crazy ideas sort of work out. It’s usually when […]
I’ve Made A Terrible Mistake
The universe beat me up today. Everything went wrong. Big things, too. I made it out of Illinois, at least. I needed gas so I took an exit. I turned left when I should have gone straight so I ended up back on the interstate instead of at the gas […]
The Great Escape
Available $125 Click Link To Purchase This one is still wet, hence the glares. I was all set to take good photos of all the paintings today, but I found my memory card and card reader. Of course I did. It would not be my life if I […]
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Available $125 Click Link To Purchase I love this pose. I have the same model in something similar that I’m sure I’ll paint this month. I was finally able to get a new memory card and card reader for my camera so I’ll hopefully take real images tomorrow and have […]
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Available $125 Click Link To Purchase This one was a struggle. If I have time tomorrow I may pay with the color palette.
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We’ve covered a lot over the last few weeks so this week is just a review. Go back and look over the previous posts. If you have any questions about any of it, comment on this post. Happy sketching. Week 1 – The Basics Week 2 – More Values Week 3 – Shapes […]
Sketch-A-Long
Available $125 Click Link To Purchase I got a late start today and I ran out of time. I’m going to try this pose several times, I think. I probably could have happily spent a few more hours on it.
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Never let the fear of striking out get in your way. –Babe Ruth Beasley says, “Okaaay, you can stay in bed today…..Just kidding. …This bed is much more comfortable when you’re not in it. Now get to work and let me rest.”