The Canvas Sneakers

I used an iridescent blue and violet on part of the droplet shapes and on the eyes and tongues. There are a lot of subtle details that can only be seen in person. I'm very happy with the finished pieces.

 

This is a nice detail on the back.

 

Time to move on to other projects. 

Rest your Tired Dogs.

I'm only showing the rear of the sneakers. I want the rest to be seen by my nephew first before I put more views up for everyone else to see. I'm pleased with the finished results. Working on canvas sneakers was a nice challenge and the paint was a good change for me. These two cute domesticated carnivorous mammals are, "Fonzy and Candy". 

Now that I'm done here with this project I can charge ahead with some portraits that I've got started in different stages. 

I'm also going start something with the Super Sculpey which I got a while back. I might just attempt making an insect of some sort. 

Great Day!

I'm giving a peek of the canvas sneakers I've been working on. I'm almost done and I'm looking forward to showing them to my nephew. This is his dog "Fonzy". This is my first layer of washes and I'll be working on its mate next. These are new paints that we got specifically for this project. I'm very happy with the painting and I hope Manny likes them.

Now, this is what I'm reading and it is a great read. It was a recommendation from one of the bloggers I enjoy reading. Isn't it wonderful when you find people who care about the same things you do. Before the internet I felt so different and isolated. There was no spark left in me. When I discovered Blogs I finally found some kindred spirits. Anyway, I am so happy I got this book. And the blog I'm speaking of is, "By Sun and Candlelight".

I feel like I'm getting an education catered to my beliefs and I don't have to pay thousands of dollars for this information. I love the internet and the good people who share their experience. I know I'm not a great writer, but I hope to give some inspiration to someone out there who sees some similarities in my life or art.

 

This has been a great day and I'm so grateful to have my family.

To Thelma, my friend. 

I miss you so much. 

When I read books like this, I know you are still teaching me to be happy and grateful.

The Rooster

I've been a little weak at blogging. I've been trying to get started on a new project that involves a rooster and white canvas sneakers. With the little one tugging at my pants and climbing on to me, I can't get to doing anything that involves using both of my hands.


So here is one of my sketches of a stern looking rooster. I like the loose feel of the line quality. Simple and direct. I will be working with a different kind of paint that I'm not used to working with, but it shouldn't be a problem. I just have to get started. I will try to get photos up soon.