Here's another piece I recently reworked. I wanted to bring the focus to the little guinea pig and push the idea of dark on light. I liked the original colors, but it was a strange color palette, so I tried... Continue Reading →
We're expecting our first big Colorado snow storm in the next 24 hours. Here are some new drawings to welcome the white stuff. I'm not a big fan of winter, but as long as I'm in my toasty studio making... Continue Reading →
So I just knew I hadn't quite nailed that Racoon Moon illustration. It was cute, but somehow not cute enough. This has been a learning curve, so I thought I'd share my discoveries. Below is a progression from my first... Continue Reading →
It's hard to draw all adorable when your kids are acting like real life monsters. Considering the week so far, I actually think this turned out pretty good.... Look ma, no rabies! Greeting card available HERE.
Our regional SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) conference is coming up this weekend, so I really wanted to have some new work to show. Here's something I've been noodling on the last couple days: If you want... Continue Reading →
I love designing logos for pet businesses! Here's my most recent design. If you have a pet business that needs promoting, please think of me! Mention this post and receive my friends and family design rate. Contact: Karen Windness, karenwindness@gmail.com... Continue Reading →
I've been busy with other endeavors (some creative, others mundane) so it's been a little while since I've posted an image. Some artist friends really liked this drawing in my sketchbook, so I thought I'd flesh it out. Just a... Continue Reading →
I was trying to figure out what was missing with the squirrels and it occured to me that it would be pretty hard to eat a nut without teeth. So, after some minor dental surgery (and a new paint job),... Continue Reading →
This looks like a squirrel, right? I think I've been looking at my computer screen for too long.
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