AM I Done YET?

Sketching this spread was extremely relaxing - Happy Holidays everyone!

Vermont

Some of my favorite things about Vermont. Such a lovely little state.

Inspection

I am so behind, I have no time for anything, It gets worse every year - I need a Wife. At least I managed one spread from Thanksgiving - I plan to Try to slow down and enjoy the Holidays, wish me luck .

Jane LaFazio Lesson 5

I have several Rocket Dogs, and I adore rubber tipped sneakers but hate lace ties - so these are Perfect. The class is nearing it's end, each has been fun and challenging and educational - I still do not seem to have time to get many sketches done but - this one turned out to be really Fun!

Jane LaFazio Lesson 4

Lesson 4 - I'm Late, we started lesson 5 yesterday!! I just do not seem to have the time and energy to get into the flower sketching lesson. (A cold bug has hit the house!!) The above is my only attempt, I'm not thrilled with it overall. Perhaps this weekend will allow some time to catch up and enjoy the process.

Lessons Learned

Mid way on my class, these three subjects represent the "Lessons Learned" . . so far.

Blue on blue

Started the spread with the Wonky Mickey Mouse teapot/cup setup for Jane LaFazio's class (done in continuous line) and wonky it is, but the technique is fun. Then I wanted to branch out to my favorite china pattern "Blue Calico" and the vase fit in quite well Not sure I like the pink striping I chose for the background but then again I freeze when adding any background or text.

Another blind contour

Another blind contour for Jane LaFazio's class. This little frogy is connected by one continuous strip of heavy gauge wire I believe. The glass orbs are round - mine are Not :0

Jane LaFazio Lesson 3

Blind contour- actually continual line, never lifting pen from paper (no pencil) quite liberating and FUN!

Fall - as noun

Different technique - and I struggled way too much - this technique was supposed to be fast and spontaneous. My journal paper and niji waterbrush just will not allow that in this type of sketch. But - this morning I decided it was not half bad and I should post it any way.

More greens

Hum- this looks better than it did last night ;-) I guess sunlight always helps. I was going for more contrast between these two cacti - but hey - it ain't as bad as I thought?

I'm over thinking the white specs, and still not thrilled with the dark greens I am mixing, I think I need to go back to the "mixing board" for more possibilities - Hopefully I fan find some "go to" mixes.

Lesson Two

GREEN is the lesson this week, we are surrounded by thousands of shades of green (at least I am in New England) and I am rarely happy with the greens I mix for specific situations. We started by mixing some basic shades then chose three subjects to tackle. I am not thrilled with my page but will try, try again ;-) (this is a fun class!!)

October Walks

First class again

I have done several exercises with the fruit in a box, - I am still not happy with the crispness and lackluster color in my work, I have good paints and paper - so it must be me jut messing with it all too much?? Oh Well, ready for lesson Two!!

First Class

Lesson one started with Jane LaFazio - I just love her bright clear approach and know I will learn lots in this lively class.

Shrooms

Fairy land??

Falling

The oaks have been prolific this fall, it is almost hazardous to walk in the front yard! I believe this predicts a hard winter for New England?? But the squirrels sure love it - no hunting required, just gathering.

Escargot anyone?

SAVED from the inevitable frost - potted and brought inside before the heat comes on - this charming Rex Begonia ruffles and spirals outward in a most charming fashion, so as to resemble a snail. Hopefully it will bring me summer's joy all winter long on my windowsill.

Can Halloween be Far??

Thinking of Jane LaFazio and her upcoming workshop inspired this vignette - we painted pumpkins when I attended her workshop in northern NY state - I love odd gourds and pumpkins (this one is cream colored) and my grandsons Love "Piders" so this little $1.49 cutie had to come home with me. This holiday and season present lots of colorful sketching potential.

Gould Academy Alumni Reunion 2010

Yes, another reunion for hubby. A weekend full of fun, food/wine and great memories shared. But we were glad to be heading home and staying put for a while.