Wood slice

I recently bought
a bunch of little 3" wood slices
from a craft supply store & plan to paint
some birdies on them
& sell them at my Etsy shop.
This is the first one I made :)

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Shop news

A limited edition of 20 "Lovebirds"
print is available at the shop.

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Ex houses

I finally uploaded some pictures
of our former houses to my Flickr,
you can check them out here.
We've built these houses from scratch,
lived in them for a while and then sold them.
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MUSIC LAND Title Card

Impeccable production design reflected even in Disney's title cards. This one has a decidedly Art Deco feel with instrumental overtones.Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2008/01/
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MUSIC LAND (1935)

Presented here for your enjoyment, a digitally re-created pan background from the 1935 Silly Symphony MUSIC LAND.

Note the musical graphics integrated cleverly into the background art. The thrones include drums, tambourines, and saxophone bells, with cymbals hanging overhead. The burgundy, olive green and gold color palette is a delight to the eyes. The overall effect is both lavish and whimsical.


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THE TORTOISE AND THE HARE (1935)

Gorgeous backgrounds digitally re-created from the classic Silly Symphony!Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2008/01/
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Jessica & James

This fine couple will be tieing the knot this coming July. We spent the day together a few Saturdays ago and did an engagement session in the city. These guys were so cool. they let me do some creative stuff, (I cut my teeth on this) and we just took over the town. Lots of chemistry between the two. Didn't even have to ask them to pose most of the time. They just knew what to do........

Jessica is from New Mexico and thats where we will be shooting their wedding. Once married, She will be moving over to our side of the country to be with her new husband. I'm sure she will be missed. Enjoy the photos. ****Disclaimer: No melons were hurt/injured during this engagement session.****



















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See POPPINS PENGUINS and DONALD DUCK too!

Check out this intriguing feature on "CELS AND SETUPS," our companion blog. Mysteries of the Art Corner revealed!

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Loseley Park Wedding Fair - 3rd February 2008

Just to let you know that I will be exhibiting at the Loseley Park wedding fair on Sunday 3rd February.

Loseley has one of the best wedding fairs in the area with a great range of suppliers exhibiting and fashion shows throughout the day in the Great Hall of the house, all set in a beautiful location in the Surrey hills.

If your planning a wedding this year or next it's well worth a visit and I hope to get a chance to meet you there. You can find all the details at Loseley's website.Source URL: http://lifestyleartsblogs.blogspot.com/2008/01/
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Illustration Friday: TALES AND LEGENDS

In keeping with my Birds n' Hats series
I give you "The Legendary Birdie Crockett"
with his cozy coonskin cap :)
To learn more
about the real legendary Davey Croquet click here.
Watercolor on paper & digital collage.
(6 x 6 inches)

Have a wonderful weekend friends!
Thank you for visiting.

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Sarah & Ian wed in Sunninghill

On a cold but bright winters day, Sarah & Ian were married in St. Michael & All Angels church in Sunninghill before the wedding party made their way to the warmth and fun of a Great Fosters reception in Egham.

Sarah had already spent the morning at Great Fosters getting ready and made the round trip in a beautiful Bentley. After some photographs in the lovely gardens and reception room of the hotel, the newlyweds and their guests enjoyed a reception filled with music, laughter, dancing and fun.

Sarah & her twin sister get ready back to back at Great Fosters

Sarah's lovely flowers

Sarah's mother watches on as the make up is applied

The beautiful Sarah captures a 1930's glamour look

A beautiful day greets their arrival at the church

The bridesmaid has a last look round before the entrance


Sarah, Ian and their lovely one year old share the promenade

An angelic bridesmaid

Some portraiture shots of the lovely couple at Great Fosters



One of my favourites from the day


Ian and his son

Keeping the kids entertained was easy

The speeches in full swing

The bridal couples first dance

It was all a bit much for these two after a long exciting day

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