We're having a big party for the kids this weekend (Fin 4, Max 2), so I thought I'd do some birthday images. The boys are WAY into trains and cars, but I'm a bit more inspired by adorable puppies. Here's... Continue Reading →
I'm working on a line of outdoorsy Colorado critters for a licensing line called "Camp Bear Hug." I've just discovered how to create custom textures in Photoshop, and I really like the extra "kick" it gives these characters. Heading in... Continue Reading →
Here's a new idea for peace: make s'mores, not wars! How could you possibly be mad while slowly roasting a marshmallow to ooey, gooey perfection? Not possible. How could you hold a grudge while lapping liquified chocolate off your lips?... Continue Reading →
One of the things I love best about making art is the vast world of styles and techniques to choose from. I am constantly challenged, constantly learning, and growing, growing, growing. Right now, I'm honing in on a style for... Continue Reading →
I haven't posted in a while, but I have been making art... lots of it! I stumbled upon a technique that takes sketches to finish fairly quickly -- a huge advantage to someone who has more ideas than time. I'll... Continue Reading →
Here's Gordie's school with characters added in. Gordie is excited for Halloween, can you tell?
Here's the newest painting. I call it "Va Va Voom" because of all the curves. 15"x30" paper, acrylic on canvas karenwindness@gmail.com
Gordie and his friends attend Ms. Witch's School for Little Ghouls. This classic haunted Victorian is surrounded by a gurgling swamp and has spectacular views of the cemetery and creepy woods. (Can you tell I've been working in real estate... Continue Reading →
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 →
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