Black and White Doodles

I did these teeny little doodles at Artfits on Tuesday. I've typically think of a subject and then set out to draw it. In this case, I learned it can be a lot of fun to doodle randomly and THEN find the subject. The general consensus was that this one looks like a bird.

And that this one looks like an alien or some underwater sea creature.

What do you think they look like??

IF Idle

This doodle bug is idle.

This doodle bug is not.

IF Hollow

I've recently been taking guitar lessons so when the IF word "Hollow" popped up, a guitar was an easy choice for me. This was first drawn with my black pens and then I tried a new technique- Watercolor!! A special thanks to Pat and Cathy for letting me borrow their supplies and for teaching me the value of letting go of control and perfectionism... I quickly found that when it comes to watercolor, it often has a mind of its own!

Thank you Nancy!!

As a part of the Pass It On, Random Act of Kindness, Give-Away, I have officially received my first piece of mail art!! I came home to a wonderful package sitting on my doorstep! The package included a beautifully altered photo (which will soon grace a wall in my apartment) and a handmade card. My scanner didn’t exactly do them justice but I wanted to show them off and send a big THANK YOU to Nancy. You made my day!!

(See the comments below to learn how Nancy created these beauties!)

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Bug Off

Yesterday, when I went out to my car to leave for work, there were bugs all over my car... not the typical infamous Midges but new GIANT bugs...

Took this pic through the windshield with my phone.

The car next to me was even worse off.

The bugs eventually got blown off as I drove to work but I thought the expereince was blogworthy. :o)

Lucky Catch

When we were on vacation at the Outer Banks, my older brother, sister-in-law, 4 year old niece, dad, two uncles, and I got up at 5:00AM to go fishing in the ocean. I was lucky enough to catch two fish and these shots with my phone... Planning to frame them and give as Christmas gifts!

My sister-in-law and niece, Macie.

Macie and my big brother.

Macie. She's totally fearless. Swam, fished, played in the ocean like she owned the place. Love that kid. Admire her already.

Illustration Friday: Drifting

Doodled this on a purple post-it at work while I was waiting for my computer to reboot. Decided to try the Illustration Friday thing I've heard so much about. :o)

Vacation

Off to the Outer Banks for the family vacation!! Hopefully I'll have plenty to post when I get back.

The Gift of Art

A co-worker handed out nice little surprises today.

Little tin watercolor sets... excited to try mine out!!

Grocery Shopping is for the Birds

Went grocery shopping yesterday after work and when I pulled into the parking lot, I noticed this big fat seagull sitting on the top of the car next to me. I very sneakily leaned over and took a picture with my phone through the passenger door window. The girl was completely oblivious to both me and the bird. I would have taken closer photo but he flew off before I could get out of my car.

(I put a close up of the bird in the upper left-hand corner.)

Artfits Contribution

I've finally contributed something to the Artfits blog (besides a counter)... check it out here. We had our bi-weekly meeting last night. I feel so inspired!! I can't wait to dive into all the new projects we've dreamed up. I swear there's nothing like brainstorming with that group. One little idea turns into a multimillion dollar corporation haha. I'm so fortunate to be able to spend time with such great artists... and friends!

Mylie

My family and I are going on vacation soon to the Outer Banks. My nieces are going this year so I’m extra excited. I painted this little juice container for my youngest niece, Mylie. She turned one in March. I plan to paint one for Macie who turned four in March. Can’t decide between Dora and Spiderman- suggestions?
I can’t wait to see Macie see the ocean for the first time!

My favorite spot

I've found a favorite spot in the park next to my apartment. I love to go and sit on this little bench and read, write, study, sketch, or just stare out at the water. The first two pics were taken with my phone. The two winter ones were on my camera.

Picasso

I bought an incredible book filled with Picasso's work from the JCU bookstore for only a dollar!! Used gel pens to sketch a couple of my favorites... took these pics with my phone.

Pass It On

I recently visited my friend Pat's blog and found the Pass It On, Random Act of Kindness, Give-Away posted there. It took me all of two seconds to decide to participate and now I am following the rules and posting a similar give-away here. The rules are simple and it seems like it will be a lot of fun.
The first five (5) people to comment on this post will get something from or made by me. This offer does have some restrictions and limitations so please read carefully:

• I make no guarantees that you will like what I make (if I decide to make something).
• What I create or give will be just for you.
• It’ll be done over the next 12 months.
• You have no clue what it’s going to be. It may be a charcoal sketch. It could be a photograph. Might even be a book I think you will like. Could be a sculpture or a painting. It may be a gift certificate from a place I think you would like. Who knows? Not you, that’s for sure!
• I reserve the right to do something extremely strange.
• I reserve the right to change the rules!
And in return, all you need to do is post this text into a post of your own (it can be on a blog, on MySpace, Facebook etc.) and make or give 5 things for 5 others. Of course, you’ll have to send me your mailing address...Sound fun? Comment below and let me know you want to participate. Pass it on...