Cherries
by Michelle
(Snohomish, WA)
Cherries
I hate to sit and watch TV, so instead, I draw. I am going to take my little drawings and turn into small gifts for friends and family.
I did this drawing of a bird sitting on a cherry branch in colored pencil.
***Note from Kerry:
That is exactly the type of gift that I treasure, Michelle, so I hope your recipients get the same pleasure from your thoughtfulness. This drawing is gorgeous!
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Painting of Tiger Lillie
by Lauren Sauers
(wilmington N.C.)
Tiger lillies are my all time favorite flowers. I just wanted to do a painting of them :)
i havent posted anything for a while, sorry bout that :P and i'm presently working on a much more advanced portrait of my little brother (in pencil).
and for everyone who cant believe i'm 13 ... i'm almost 14 now ^^ :P
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Lauren,
Your painting is stunning!
Has your family seen this? It's very frame-able. You are so talented for an almost 14 yr old :)
Hey, I can't wait to see your portrait!
I moved this to the "Color" section, it deserves pride of place in there.
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Colors
by deanna
(logansport indiana)
Multi colors
Describing this is hard to do, so look and see.
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Deanna,
It looks like a Mandala. Did you create it yourself or did you use a pattern?
It would be great if you could write more than one line please Deanna, just to keep within submission guidelines.
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Memories...
by Sandra Busby
(United Kingdom)
Wooden Boat On The Shore
Okay, this isn't a drawing so maybe I shouldn't have included this, but it was my very first attempt at the next step - using Watercolour.
I took my little boy, his friend and our dog to the beach and came across an old wooden boat on the shore. It was along the same stretch of beach that my Nan, who has now passed away, used to take myself and my sister for walks when we were little. We used to search for slipper shells.
I sketched the scene and then took it home to paint. I had got myself some Watercolours some time before but had always been scared of using them since I knew nothing about painting other than what I had learned by reading various books.
Although it is littered with mistakes, I learned so much from doing it and I enjoyed every brush stroke!
Note from Admin:
Hi Sandra,
I think this is fantastic! For your very first attempt at watercolor, I am absolutely in awe of your talent.
This painting also shows that your sketching skills must be pretty good!
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In Middle of a Chaotic World
by jubi
(EKM,Kerala,India)
This picture is done by glass colours....
It is about a lady who is trying to balance herself in a chaotic world...though she faces many violences....she is fighting for a better life.....for a little respect...a little care...and a little Love.....
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Jubi
Gee the glass effect is very striking, I like it a lot.
If you have some time Jubi, I'd love it if you could explain to me how you made this? I mean, what exactly is glass colors?
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Central Hall
by Yvonne Johnson
(Durham)
I saw this picture and had a go, I found this so difficult.
Note from Kerry:
Hi Yvonne
This is a typical picture in perspective so no wonder you thought it was difficult. Most of us avoid them like the plague! However, you've done a good job - it's so neat, great work.
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Moon Fairy Painted
by Michael Betz
(Las Vegas)
Original drawing was done by Kitty
A while ago I had asked Kitty if she minded if I colored one of her drawings in my Photoshop... she thankfully gave me permission to do so... I chose to use her Moon Fairy drawing.
Here is the painted version.
I hand painted this in Photoshop using about 11 layers, a couple of blur effects and a lens flare for the gleam on the moon.
I hope you like it Kitty...and thanks for letting me do it......
Note from Kerry:
Wow, it looks lovely! I think Kitty would be very proud of it. Great job, Michael, you've done well. You picked my fav color for the dress too!
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Sea shells
by Yvonne Johnson
(Durham)
Sea shells sea shells on the seashore
Practising drawing shells, I had some shells in the garden so got the pencils, also added some colour, and enjoyed the experience.
Note from Kerry:
Hello Yvonne,
The shells look real, it's a great drawing and I'm pleased to see you're enjoying your artwork.
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Glass Painting
by Viswanath V Rao
(Pune INDIA)
Glass painting by Viswanath V Rao
Just a piece of glass (50cm x 30cm) & glass paintings.
Draw designs in the centre, animals in small size - drawn with outliners. Colored inside with glass colors in liquid state.
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Viswanath, thanks for sharing your latest creation. You have a terrific imagination, keep it up.
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My First Oil Pastel Drawing
by Jenny
(South Australia)
My First Oil Pastel Drawing
Hi, I can't draw for nuts but I love colours and landscapes. I created this Oil Pastel landscape from a calendar, yes I did cheat!
I am so proud of it, its my first drawing.
Jenny
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Jenny! It looks fantastic, who cares if you cheated? It's for your own pleasure and that's what counts. I hope it has given you the inspiration to keep going, you will end up an expert.
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Free hand painting
by Sneha kareer
(Delhi, india)
Free hand
Hello again,
Its my 3rd painting m sharing with you. I made it directly with paint brush, with out using eraser, pencil and pen.
Plz give me your true comments.
With Regards,
Sneha Kareer
***Note from Kerry:
It's so beautiful, Sneha. Good job.
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Rainbow
by Deanna
(Texas)
Raindow Weeds
The flower was only one color when i saw it outside then i added the rainbow from overhead with it. Now it looks colorful.
***Note from Kerry:
Deanna, I'd love to see this flower in my garden, it's simply beautiful.
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Kansas
by nasima khan
(kuwait)
I painted this from a picture my daughter took in Kansas, it just reminded me of home and I felt compelled to try and recreate it.
I haven't painted in a few months, had not felt inspired lately till I saw this. hope you like it..
nasima
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Nasima,
I think your painting is breath-taking, I loved it straight away! I'm sorry you've struggled for inspiration, I hope you've overcome that now with this beautiful piece.
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Forest land
by Francesca
(United states)
Forest land
It's me again! I decided to make another drawing and post it on this site. What do you think?
It took me 3 hours to make it. At first it was a sketch, but then my friend said i should use my oil pastels to make it colorful. so, thats exactly what i did!
I really like how the colors blend in with each other. Not one of my best pieces, but i think it's ok!
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Francesca! Thanks for sharing your latest creation with us. I'm very happy that you have a love of art. I see a waterfall and some rapids. Your colors are bright and I'm sure your friend will like this.
I have tried oil pastels and I think they are difficult to work with, so you've done just fine. Please keep drawing. Remember, with each drawing, you will get better and better!
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The Visitors
by nasima khan
(kuwait)
the visitors
My daughter took this picture and I tried to recreate it. It's one of those pics that looks great from a distance and not so great up close lol,,,
Really, I put this as my screen saver on my laptop and today people coming into my class thought it was a snapshot lol,, hmm is this a good thing or bad?
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Nasima
I'd say it's a very good thing -- it's high praise indeed. Most paintings look very different up close but they're not intended to be viewed that way. You've done a great job.
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Pastel Experiment
by rachel
This was done with oil pastels, which I found pretty hard to use. Any tips would be appreciated :)
Anyway, this was inspired by Frank Miller, who did the artwork for Sin City. I just really love his style and wanted to try something out.
I really want to get better and I think I need all the help I can get, so.....
Note from Kerry:
Rachel, I think you have managed the oil pastels brilliantly! This is very good!
I'm sorry I can't advise you with this medium, I tried it once and didn't like it. I'll leave it to the pros to help you out.
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Painted Skull
by rachel
(england)
This doesn't really have a story. Its not so good but I wasn't in a great mood at the time.
I used watercolour, acrylic and a biro.
Please don't judge it too harshly but I just wanted to show something a bit different.
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Rachel
Believe it or not, there are folks around who love this type of artwork! Even in a dark hour the artist inside of you prevails.
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All About Art
by hana galal mansour
(Egypt / Cairo)
Here is the queen of the sea
hi, i'm thirteen years old. one day i had nothing to do so i decided to try drawing portraits . i actually did and i became very talented in art and i'm only thirteen!
i'm proud of my drawings , and i hope u like them too.
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Hana, you should be proud too! You've done a lovely job. I'm curious what medium you have used - is that paint?
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Still Life In Pastels
by Sandra Busby
(East Sussex)
Still Life In Pastels
I chose items with different shapes, tones and textures for my still life in soft pastels. I also used A2 Pastel paper.
This is the first drawing I am really happy with!
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Sandra, it certainly is a vibrant piece. I like it too.
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Good Morning
by nasima khan
(kuwait)
Good morning
This is a picture of something I like to do, sit up high on a cliff and welcome the morning. Ahh, but not many cliffs in Kuwait, lol.
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Nasima,
This is beautiful, I can feel the serenity that you speak of.
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Amethyst Unraveled
by Cindy
((Bloomington, Indiana USA) )
This is my first attempt at abstract free flow thought using texture in acrylic and watercolor paint and amethyst stones.
As you can see, I like the color purple! I stared at an empty canvas for 2days and then just went for it!
Abstract isn't for everyone but then again beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I hope you like it!
Your friend,
Cindy
***Note from Kerry:
Cindy, I am a purple/pink person too, so I like anything that contains those colors!
I'm not an abstract fan and I haven't tried it for myself but there are a few that I admire.
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Psychedelic Feet
by Melissa
(Tempe, AZ)
Just Like Feet!
There really is no story - I just saw a few pictures and tried to copy them. I guess I like feet!
Any criticism would be very welcomed, as I am a complete "newbie" at the art stuff. Just thought I needed a hobby and happened to like to sketch, etc.
Thanks,
Melissa in Arizona
**Note from Kerry:
Hi Melissa, I love your drawing! The colors look good and it's very interesting. You've made a great start at your new pastime.
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The Mummified Hand Of Pirate Stan
by Marty
(U.S.A.)
The Mummified Hand Of Pirate Stan
Hello everyone:
Here's the Mummified Hand of Stan the Pirate.
This is the prop that I will use with the winning Contest drawing in my eBay sale. And I will keep you all posted as to how the sale goes as soon as I list it on eBay.
I will be posting the winners sometime next week, so be sure to watch for my information.
Thank You Kerry and all the artists that entered the Contest.
And Thank You to all the artists that didn't enter but are watching the outcome.
Kindly
Marty!
***Note from Kerry:
Thanks Marty!
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My Creations
by Marty
(U.S.A.)
A Picture of My Creations
Hello Everyone:
Here is a picture that I uploaded so you can see what I will be listing on eBay for sale.
It is what I created. It is Captain Stan's Mummified Hand. A Pistol, Gold Coins, Seashell and the case I made for them. It is what I call Props or Gaffs. People like this sort of stuff for Halloween.
Please let me know if you like my creations. Plus as soon as I have it listed on eBay I will email the link to Kerry so she can post it here for you all to keep track of. I think it will be a great learning time for everyone.
Plus you all may pick up some ideas of your own to help you sell your artwork.
Kindly
Marty!
***Note from Kerry:
Hi Marty,
Your creation is very appealing - I hope you get a just reward because I know you've been working on it for some time. I think it looks great!
I will post your ebay link here on this page once you get it up and running.
I am sure the "Halloweeners" will love this!!
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