ALICE IN WONDERLAND: Autumn Leaves


    I thought this background from ALICE IN WONDERLAND had a decidedly Autumnal feel to it, as well as the strong influence of the brilliant Mary Blair. It's from the "A E I O U" song sequence. I hope you enjoy it!

    This is the last day of November. I've been waiting for months for December 1st, so I could post Holiday related artwork. I've prepared lots of wonderful treats for good boys and girls. Be sure and check back tomorrow...

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Illustration Friday: EXCESS

Hand Carved Stamps Tutorial Part 2




    Whew!
    The weather has been unseasonably rainy this week
    and I thought I wouldn't have time to do Part 2 of the tutorial,
    but the sun came out this morning :)
    I'll be adding the explanatory text over the weekend
    ...I didn't want to leave you hangin'
    I bet you can even start carving by just looking at the pictures.
    This tutorial was done with plain white erasers. you don't need to have
    a special carving block to make simple & fun stamps.
    Click on the images to see them LARGER
    and look at all the details.
    Part 3 next week!

    Have a lovely weekend friends.

    Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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Evensong

    Evensong Cafe
    ©2007 Ardent Photogaphy LLC

    Hilary and Tim are getting married next fall. Their wedding is going to be held in Green Lake, Wisconsin at the Heidle House. I did their engagement photos at their wedding/reception location. This image was taken at the Evensong Spa at the resort. The staff was sooooo kind to let us have the run of the place. They even let us in some of the buildings that were locked up for the day.

    Their wedding is going to be fabulous! They are having a lighting designer/wedding coordinator decorate the ground and reception hall.
    Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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Custom pieces

DONALD AND THE WHEEL (1961)


    This re-created pan background is from the rather obscure Disney film "DONALD AND THE WHEEL."

    To be absolutely precise, this is just the "Roman" section of an incredibly long pan B/G which takes us through several eras in history. The Egyptian section which precedes this is a hoot, I'll re-create it one day.

    This was one of the B/Gs that took far longer than anticipated. Since Donald was flying across the landscape in a chariot with two horses, I could only grab small sections at a time. But it's a B/G worth a good look. The design is lean but very stylish.

    Et tu, Donald!Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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Stickers

    My friend Mariana
    makes the BEST cookies & baked goods
    and she asked me to design two stickers:
    One to use as a label for a jar she'll use to give
    her delicious cookies as gifts this Christmas (see below)
    and another one to have on hand for when she brings her baked goods
    as gifts to her friends and family the rest of the year (above).
    I did the illustrations with watercolor
    and printed them on self adhesive paper.
    ...and had lots of fun packaging them!


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THE ARISTOCATS: Boudoir Part Two

To do lists...

    I'm trying to tackle a whole bunch of to do lists these days
    to be able to have a nice and relaxing holiday season.
    I recently moved my "sand box" shelf from the wall on my right
    to make room for the new inspiration boards and it's working really well.
    It's great to be able to look up and see all the little treasures I have on the shelf
    and get inspired to put a dent on those loooooong to do lists.
    Wish me luck!
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THE ARISTOCATS (1970): Madame Bonfamille's Boudoir

CHIP AND DALE: Winter Approaches!



    As Fall fades into Winter, I thought these backgrounds from "Working For Peanuts" seemed an appropriate choice. Time for apple cider!

    You can almost feel the wintery chill in this artwork.

    Coming soon, in December... holiday backgrounds from classic Disney films. Can't wait!!!Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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Cute Kiddos

    Leah & Alyssa
    ©2007 Ardent Photography LLC

    These girls are so cool and CUTE!!! They are twins and you wouldn't even think they looked like sisters. I have done their Christmas photo for three years now... It is so neat seeing them grow up!

    This year's session was done on a frigid, sleet filled day. The girls and their mom and dad were troopers! I know it took me a long time to warm up after the shoot... The shots turned out great! They will have a hard time deciding on their favorite!
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A lotta Lotta

    I just recently bough these wonderful books by Lotta Jansdotter
    and they're so full of inspiration!
    Starting from the left there's
    "Simple Sewing", "Travel Style" and "Handmade project"
    Inspired by one of the projects in the "Simple Sewing" book
    I made this cute and very simple draft snake filled with dry lentils
    to keep the chilly winter drafts away.
    I used an old pair of jeans and some more
    Etsuko Furuya "Echino" fabrics.
    And this pretty sun hat that I took with me to Acapulco.
    I used a linen/cotton canvas
    and lined it with some beautiful
    Nani Iro fabric.

    You can purchase Lotta's Books at
    www.jansdotter.com

    ...and see some pretty handmade goods inspired by Lotta
    in this Flickr Group
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Karen & Richard Wed at Marylebone Road

    Karen and Richard got ready at the Threadneedles Hotel in London before separately making their way to the famous Marylebone Registry Office, Westminster. After an intimate service in the blue marriage room we shot some pictures on the beautiful steps and then the wedding party made their way across London to celebrate the wedding with a reception held at The Ivy restaurant.

    The rings

    Richard looking cool before the off

    Richard and his best man walk the London City streets

    Karen's georgeous shoes

    The bridesmaid gets ready in black

    Karen's wedding dress had beautiful detailing

    Karen's make up is applied

    Karen's mum helps her into her dress

    The hotel had a beautiful lobby which helped embellish the beautiful bride


    Karen, her Dad and bridesmaid arrive at Marylebone

    A special moment just before the service

    The lovely couple share a joke

    and now they are husband and wife

    A kiss on the steps

    The architecture is beautiful and the happy couple complete the picture

    Confetti corridor

    The Ivy stained glass, cake and bridal boquet

    Must have been some joke !

    A lovely moment as Karen's Dad makes his speech whilst holding her hand

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Bible verse of the week: Psalm 19:1 & 4:8

    Psalm 4:8 says:
    I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep:
    for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.

    I LOVE that verse!
    Great choice Oliver :)
    I didn't post my verse for last week because I was away,
    but here it is :)

    Visit our Flickr Group
    to see more illustrated Bible verses.

    Next week's verse is:
    Psalm 23:1
    The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
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A Word About ENCHANTED...


    This blog pretty much always "stays the course" with its subject matter. However, the theatrical opening of ENCHANTED deserves, no, requires mention this weekend.

    The Walt Disney Company has triumphed. The opening segment, in full-blown classic 2D animation is more than a joy, it is a masterpiece. It was created for Disney by former Disney animator James Baxter and his crew at James Baxter Animation. And it ranks among the best, most beautiful animation ever created.

    Actually, the whole movie is a long-awaited return to the essence of what we've always loved about Disney: sweetness, humor, heart, imagination, dazzling visuals, irresistable music, and a happy ending!

    And for those misanthropes who proclaimed 2D animation dead, I am happy to say you are completely and utterly clueless. At the El Capitan theatre in Hollywood (where I perform), I have watched the faces of guests light up with delight. There always was, and always will be something absolutely magical about drawings that move, these living illustrations with personality and feeling.

    In this age of world-wide turmoil, how wonderful it is to spend a couple of hours with a movie that leaves you smiling, uplifted, and inspired.

    Congratulations to everyone involved in this wonderful movie.

    Run, don't walk to the theatre to see, and be, ENCHANTED.Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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East Coast - Here I come!

    I am so excited! I just booked my trip to Boston to second shoot a wedding for Gwyneth Colleen Photography. This opportunity is amazing. The wedding is going to be held here and overlooks Quincy Market which will still be decorated for Christmas. I hope to have many wonderful shots of my trip and the wedding.

    I have two more upcoming trips. In February I will be flying to San Fransisco to second/third/fourth shoot a photographer friend's wedding. She invited numerous photographers as guests/shooters - this trip will be amazing too!

    In March I will be headed off to Las Vegas for the annual WPPI convention. I am thrilled to get into a two day seminar with Mike Colon. I will be 1 of 20 people in the class. The following week will be about getting new ideas on photography and products to better service you in 2008!Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2007/11/
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