Paint Party Friday - Rose

Welcome to Paint Party Friday! I did a detailed pencil sketch of this rose on textured beige cardstock (6" x 6"). My intention was to paint it in acrylic, in shades of pink. I was a bit nervous to start in on the original and my daughter suggested I copy it (using the printer) onto a sheet of white cardstock and work with that one. So I've made a fabulous, enlarged copy as pictured below. Now I don't have to be afraid of ruining the original sketch for now.

Easter Toys

Easter is almost upon us. I picked up these small Easter toys as gifts.  Which is your favourite?

Scribble Picnic - Grandfather Clock

Welcome to Scribble Picnic! It's a 'Grandfather Clock' theme this week. My piece is done on textured blue cardstock (8 1/2" x 11") in acrylic. I chose a Swedish grandfather clock design because I love its curves and simplicity.

A Long Line

We were leaving the mall after 9 pm on March 31st and noticed these kids lined up outside in the rain. It was 2C (36F) but the wind had died down. I had to ask them why. They said it was for 'Jordans' at the Footlocker store. They must have been waiting for an April 1st release so I googled these Air Jordan running shoes, it must be what they were waiting for. I wished them good luck.

The Security Guard

This security guard stood in the station at our movie theatre. We went there recently to see Beauty and the Beast, which we loved. So he is made of wax and people always go up to him with questions and are subsequently startled. I realized I wouldn't enjoy Madame Tussaud's wax museum, somewhat scary.

Back to Beauty and the Beast, daughter L found the movie soundtrack on youtube so we are enjoying listening to it. The music is so uplifting.

Sunday Sketches - A Pretty Girl

Welcome to Sunday Sketches! This sketch is done on a random piece of scrap paper (8 1/2" x 2 3/4")outlined with a black Pitt waterproof artist pen and coloured in with watercolour pencil.

Spring Salad

Daughter L wanted me to take a photo of this pretty salad she made for herself the other day. She said 'mom it will be great for your blog!' These crunchy little mini cucumbers have been on sale and are great for salads.

And welcome to April!