Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Monday, December 01, 2008

December 1st... REALLY???

Well, here its is already December 1st! I take this whole month to update my portfolio. I file and save every sketch, idea, brainstorm in a big expanding file and then on December 1st I get the file out and go through it. I pull sketches that didnt get developed or even drawn (and that deserve to be drawn) and move them into a pile that goes by the light table. I refine the drawings, add details, borders and backgrounds and trace them onto watercolor paper to paint. I just went through my stack of sketches for this year and its about 2" thick.... this does not include my bound sketch book, and pulled out a pile thats about 1" high of stuff that deserves developement. Yikes! I better get busy!!!! I have a whole pile of birds of different feathers, fairies and mushrooms, cocktails, fruits and veggies and some cool halloween and xmas ideas. I also have some interesting scrolls and corners, and fun patterns. Cant wait to get started!