Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Howdy Partner!

 If you read my blog yesterday, you know I'm working on some new artwork for
Paula's swap. I thought I would give you a little update picture!

I'm pretty happy with her progress so far. I'm tickled with her boots and the fringe on her skirt! I've actually added a few more details since I scanned this. Here's a quirky little tid bit about how I create my art, when I am drawing a live figure, a person, dog, horse, etc. I do the face last, especially the eyes. I don't know, maybe subconsciously  I don't like someone staring back at me, pleading with me to hurry up and finish, LOL! But seriously, I do the eyes last because to me, that is what brings my art to life, the cherry on top and I like for it to be the "final touch". I will probably finish the pony (everything but the eyes), go back and add little touches to both the cowgirl and the pony then do both sets of eyes, bringing them both to life at the same time.
     I'm also excited about this project because this is the first time I have actually used my new Copic markers on an "real" project. I have to tell you I AM LOVING THEM!!!! 

I can't wait to order some more because I'm already seeing that I need some light blues, pinks, lighter browns and ..... I guess I better put the credit card in the freezer before I get carried away. I sat on the fence for the longest time about buying these but they are worth every penny. I have used other expensive markers before but none can hold a candle to these. The colors are so smooth and don't smear or streak. I am working on a special paper pad made just for Copics and it too is wonderful. I can't remember the name of it but if you are interested, just shoot me an email and I will get the name for you. I will try and post another update later in the week but this might be the last time I have a chance to post until it is finished. Have a wonderful bubbly day, Nan

I'm also linking this to:
Whatever goes Wednesday

http://meandmybucket.blogspot.com/ 

and since my Cowgirl has a red skirt and boots this is my first Rednesday post!
http://suelovescherries.blogspot.com/

13 comments:

  1. My goodness girl you are talented!! I love her. She reminds me of my College Drill Team Days. We were the Cardettes and wore boots and a skirt like that. Love her!!

    Have a great week.
    Cindy From Rick-Rack and Gingham

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  2. GOOD AFTERNOON NAN,
    SHE IS STUNNING...I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT HER...SHE IS SO DETAILED...THE LITTLE CHUBBY LEGS, HER GLOVES, THE FRINGE ON HER SKIRT, HER BOOTS....YOU ARE SO CREATIVE AND I CAN HARDLY WAIT TO SEE HER EYES....I'M DIFFERENT THAN YOU IN I MUST CREATE THE EYES FIRST, SO I CAN SEE HOW TO DRESS HER.
    I CAN HARDLY WAIT TO SEE HER DONE.
    HUGS
    SIMPLY DEBBIE

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  3. You DO realize that one day you're gonna have to break down and offer digital stamps for folks to play with? Seriously, I love her & would just go crazy with my COPICs, too!
    ♥hugs♥

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  4. She is adorable! Copic are the best! I agree you need to be doing digi stamps.

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  5. Really cute. I wish I could draw like that. My son uses those markers and he love them too!

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  6. Your cowgirl is darling, you are so talented! Thanks so much for sharing the link to Paula's swap, it looks like so much fun. Can't wait to see your finished piece.

    Happy Rednesday,
    Sally

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  7. What a cute, cute little cowgirl! If only I could draw...
    Thanks for sharing her!
    Fondly,
    Ann
    @
    The Tattered Tassel

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  8. Brings back some very sweet memories of my cowgirl days! Wonderful art and those markers look like GREAT fun!!!

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  9. She's adorable - really cute!

    This is such a nice blog too - back soon to read through more posts…

    Happy Rednesday!

    LOLA:)
    btw My Rednesday post: “Can you give me directions?” Do stop by!

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  10. Wow I am so impressed with your art. I always wanted to be able to draw like this but didn't have a natural talent and just never tried enough to make myself learn. Interesting about the eyes, I wonder if other artists feel this way?
    Thanks for always visiting my blog I really appreciate all your kind comments.

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  11. Nan,
    I finally got here! LOL I just love this art!!!! I am sending the CD to you tomorrow! Thaks again and wow, are you talented!

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