Saturday, February 28, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Mermaid Face 28 + 29...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel or possibly a mermaid.  I think she has very bright, friendly eyes...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 28 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.


Here is a second sketch that I did of this big eye fairy angel, I'd like to paint her, but I think I have a little more work to do with the sketch first.  She has tiny little flowers in her hair and a slightly wild quality.  She is face 29 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  If I get a chance to do so for tomorrow, I'll group all of them together. 

Friday, February 27, 2015

Angel Fairy Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP + 29 Faces, Big Eye Face 27...



In this work in progress of my big eye angel fairy, I've worked on her face and features.  At this stage in the WIP, I think it's possible I'll have her finished on time to share her on Tuesday.  I'm looking forward to painting her hair.  It will be a very light blue in color, I've yet to paint light blue hair...


I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  Thus far all of my sketches have been rough ones, I'm not certain if I'll finish the challenge with two more rough sketches or if I'll refine some sketches to possibly paint....  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 27 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Thursday, February 26, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 26 + Rainbow Landscape Painting Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think she has an expression of kindness...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 26 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  


"A Sign" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"A Sign" is of a rainbow spanning accross a lush green landscape.  This sweet little piece has an impressionist feel with some texture on the original painting.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Wednesday, February 25, 2015

My Photograph of Pink and White Tulip Flowers at Descanso Gardens + 29 Faces, Face 25...



I took this photograph at Descanso Gardens some time ago of these pink and white tulips.  It isn't yet time for them to bloom, but I have tulips on the mind this week...  I'm trying to select one for one of my big eye fairy flower guardians, but there are so many wonderful options.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  I think she has a sweet and wistful quality.  I think I'd like to paint her at some point...  She is face 25 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Tuesday, February 24, 2015

My Red Orange Tulip Flower Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! + 29 Faces, Face 24



This Week "Interlaced" Original 5"x7" Painting here
5"x7" print here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Interlaced," an original painting of a red orange and yellow tulip.  This flower is vibrant and warm...  It has an impressionist realist feel.  I'm still working on my angel painting, but I realized that although I painted this quite some time ago, I don't think I've shared this piece here or at auction before...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of flowers...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  Although there's a wide range to my faces, I think the daily sketching is positive.  After the challenge concludes, I'm considering alternating months of sketch drills with speed drills...  In any case, I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 24 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February. 

Monday, February 23, 2015

Angel Fairy Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 23 + Abstract Angel Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  She has has a sweet and direct gaze.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 23 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February and this month I am inspired by this challenge...

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/


"At Prayer" Original Painting NFS
Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"At Prayer" is of an abstract gothic blue and purple angel with her wings outstretched.  She is part of a series loosely inspired by Ted DeGrazia.  She has an abstract expressionist feel.  The original is not for sale, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Sunday, February 22, 2015

Goddess Athena Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 22 + Little Bo Peep Wishes you Happy Chinese New Year...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye goddess Athena (known to the Romans as Minerva).  I'd like to paint her, although she definitely needs a more refined redraw.  I want to do a series of large goddess paintings as well as smaller counterpart versions.  This would be for one of the smaller versions.  She is face 22 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February...


I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://bluechairdiary.blogspot.com/


Little Bo Peep Wishes You a Happy Chinese New Year!
Little Bo Peep Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

Alex reminded me that I painted Little Bo Peep and she'd like to wish you a Happy Chinese New Year!  She's lost her sheep, but they will return.  Chinese New Year celebrations last for 15 days!  We're going to try to go to dim sum to celebrate...

Saturday, February 21, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 21 + Gothic Mermaid Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I love how her hair is falling across her face...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 21 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  


"Blending" Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Blending" is of a gothic blue mermaid with dark purple hair.  She blends very well into her surroundings.  She has a surreal tonalist style.  The original is sold, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Friday, February 20, 2015

Angel Fairy Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP + 29 Faces, Big Eye Face 20...



In this work in progress of my big eye angel fairy, I've worked on her neck and shoulders, her dress, and her little heart necklace.  I think I still have a little more work to do on her dress.  I had hoped to finish her for this upcoming Tuesday, but at this stage in the WIP, I'm not sure if I'll get there or not.


I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel elf.  I think she has a pouty yet sweet quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 20 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Happy Chinese New Year! 29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 19 + Ram Sheep Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think this gothic beauty has a very serious expression...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 19 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.


Happy Chinese New Year!  I hope it is a wonderful year for you!
"Gentle Ram" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Gentle Ram" is of a big horn mountain sheep.  I painted him in honor of year of the sheep, although this lunar new year there is some debate if it's year of the sheep or goat...  I think they're both wonderful animals and will endeavor to paint a goat at some point in the future.  The piece has a soft realist impressionist feel with some texture on the original painting.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Wednesday, February 18, 2015

My Photograph of Some Yellow Flowers at Descanso Gardens + 29 Faces, Face 18...



I took this photograph at Descanso Gardens some time ago.  I'm not sure what type of flower these beautiful yellow blossoms are, but I thought they were warm and lovely...  There's also a darling little honey bee in the top left corner.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  I love her sweet sideways glance.  I'd like to paint her, but a problem with 29 faces is that I find myself wanting to paint too many of them and not nearly fast enough!  It's kind of a good problem to have though, because if I find myself with few ideas, I can flip through my 29 faces options for inspiration...  She is face 18 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February. 

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

My Gothic Big Eye Mermaid Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! + 29 Faces, Face 17



This Week "Midnight Kiss" Original 5"x7" Painting here
5"x7" print here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Midnight Kiss," an original painting of a gothic big eye mermaid.  She has violet light purple eyes and her lips are of the deepest blue...  She has a surreal lowbrow feel.

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of mermaids and ocean animal friends...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I was drawn to sketch her because of her quirky little smile.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 17 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Monday, February 16, 2015

Angel Fairy Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 16 + Pink Rose Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  She has her eyes serenely closed.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 16 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February and this month I am inspired by this challenge... 

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/


"Overflowing" Original Painting NFS
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Overflowing" is of a vibrant pink rose with white and yellow.  Painted very boldly, this flower has a wonderful energy.  The piece has an impressionist expressionist art feel.  The original is not for sale, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Sunday, February 15, 2015

Angel Fairy Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 15 + Abstract Angel Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  I think I'd like to paint her, but if I do, she may be redrawn as the Greek goddess Demeter or possibly a mermaid, I'm not certain.  She is face 15 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February...  


I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:


"Contemplation" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Contemplation" is of a short haired angel painted in hues of blue on blue deep in consideration...  It is part of my series loosely inspired by Ted DeGrazia.  The original painting has an abstract expressionist feel.  This piece available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Saturday, February 14, 2015

Happy Valentine's Day! 29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 14 + Pink Heart Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  In honor of Valentine's Day I gave her a couple of hearts on her shoulder.  They could be tattoos or henna or magical markings, I do not know for certain...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 14 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February. 


Happy Valentine's Day!
"Cloud Nine" Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Cloud Nine" is of a white heart upon a pink background. The piece has a romantic abstract pop art feel.  I love the symbolism of hearts, near Valentine's Day or at any time of the year...  The original is sold, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Friday, February 13, 2015

Angel Fairy Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP + 29 Faces, Big Eye Face 13...



In this work in progress, I think I've pretty much completed the wings of my big eye angel fairy painting and done some work on her eyes.  On scanning this WIP, I am reminded of my second light source, which perhaps should also be reflected lightly in her eyes.  However, as a workshop Alex and I watched together said, you can always have more highlights...


I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think she has a regal quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 13 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Thursday, February 12, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 12 + Brown Foal Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think she has a sweet quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 7 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.


"Mystic Foal" Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Mystic Foal" is of a magical brown foal with a white crescent moon upon his brow. This horse of magic has bold impressionistic strokes and yet retains a gentle quality.  The original is sold, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

My Photograph of a California Thrasher Bird at Descanso Gardens + 29 Faces, Face 11...



"Uh oh, you see me..." this little brown bird with the long beak in this photograph seems to say.  One day I spotted this bird with another one below the roses at Descanso Gardens.  I believe they are called California Thrashers.  Although I've visited Descanso Gardens many times, I have only spotted them the one time, I think they are very good at hiding indeed...  I hope that you will enjoy this photo! 


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye elf fairy.  Her hair is in two pigtails and I think she has a joyous and friendly quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 11 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

My Year of the Ram Sheep Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! + 29 Faces, Face 10



This Week "Gentle Ram" Original 5"x7" Painting here
5"x7" print here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Gentle Ram," an original painting of a big horn sheep.  He is inspired by the upcoming Chinese New Year.  He has a gentle quality, which is considered one of the attributes of those born in the year of the ram.  He has a realist impressionist feel...  There is some texture in the original painting.

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of some of my animals...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye elf fairy.  I think she has a gentle yet wild quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 10 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.

Monday, February 9, 2015

Angel Fairy Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 9 + Red Rose Website Update...




Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  I was drawn to her by her long flowing hair.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 9 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February and this month I am inspired by this challenge...

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/


"Red Red Rose" Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Red Red Rose" is of a deep red rose. The piece has a romantic realist impressionist art feel.  I love roses, near Valentine's Day or at any time of the year, this flower will stay beautiful...  The original is sold, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Sunday, February 8, 2015

Angel Fairy Sketch Art, 29 Faces Face 8 + + Abstract Angel Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  She has a bit of a haughty feeling perhaps with her eyes open just a little bit.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 8 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February...  


I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:


"Reunited" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Reunited" is of two abstract angels who were once parted who have found each other again...  It is part of my series loosely inspired by Ted DeGrazia.  The original painting has some layers with light texture.  This piece available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Saturday, February 7, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Elf Face 7 + Blue Hearts Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy elf.  I think she has a very forthright gaze.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 7 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.


"Blue on Blue" Original Painting Sold
Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Blue on Blue" is of blue hearts entwined together. The piece has a romantic abstract pop art feel.  I love the symbolism of hearts, near Valentine's Day or at any time of the year...  The original is sold, but I do have it available as prints and ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Friday, February 6, 2015

Angel Fairy Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP + 29 Faces, Big Eye Face 6...



In this work in progress, I've been working on the wings of my big eye angel fairy painting some more.  I think I am close to being done with them, I think they now have a bit of an art deco feel...  I'd like to finish my ram painting this weekend, but I've been having a bit of back pain that has made me a bit less focused on my paintings than I'd like.  Today so far though seems like a good day!


I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think she's one of my favorites so far.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 6 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.  

Thursday, February 5, 2015

29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 5 + Two Horses Website Update...



Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think she has a mischievous quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 5 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.


"Together" Original 8"x10" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Together" is of two horses grazing in sync together.  There is a dappled gray mare and a black foal with a streak of white.  It has a realist impressionist feel...  The original painting has some texture.  This piece available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Wednesday, February 4, 2015

My Photograph of a White Butterfly at Huntington Gardens + 29 Faces, Face 4...



I took this photograph of a tiny white butterfly at Huntington Gardens a while back.  It flitted about so quickly, I didn't have a chance to get a shot of it with its wings open, but I still think the butterfly is quite beautiful.  I also liked the way the light was hitting the leaf.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!


Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye angel fairy.  I think she has a wonderful quality with her upwards gaze.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 4 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.