I'm trucking on through the dummy book for Gordie, and thought I'd share some character sketches. Here is my end paper concept, a yearbook-style page of photos. I'll probably throw in some nose picking and closed eyes, etc. ... but... Continue Reading →
I'd like to introduce you to the newest member of the Windness clan... Gordie! He's only a few weeks old, but already he has his own picture book. Well, a manuscript at least, plus the beginnings of a dummy book,... Continue Reading →
While at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival this last weekend, I saw a couple artists selling beautiful dress paintings. The dresses were very textural... probably made from paper and/or cloth collage with paint over the top. I was inspired to... Continue Reading →
Here's a rubber stamp I made from a $1 eraser: How to make your own: Buy a large eraser. I found this elephant eraser at the Dollar Tree. I also found Tweety Bird erasers at Michael's on clearance for 60... Continue Reading →
This painting was inspired by the idea of the cycle of life -- death as the inevitable conclusion to life and life springing from death. I've also become fascinated with tattoo artistry and flowers and skulls are common images.
Well, 9 months later and I'm back to working on my own book project. The exciting news is that my hubster, Steve Windness, is going to write it! So that means I'm illustrating again. Curious? Here's a little sneak peak:... Continue Reading →
This portrait was a surprise gift for my girlfriend's mother-in-law. Here's the original photo: And here's the portrait:
After making a couple cute but predictable paper mache gingerbread ornaments, I had an idea. These little brown guys look an awful lot like: Not to mention: Which made me think of my favorite: And the one with the great... Continue Reading →
Here's another holiday project using items most crafters already have on hand. I made one purchase for this project, and that was a bottle of Mod Podge Dimensional Magic ($5.49 at Michael's. Plus I had a 40% off coupon, so... Continue Reading →
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