I curled my hair, sketched, and enjoyed great music at VLV 13 this year.
There are many more sketches and photos on Flickr. Enjoy.
Monday, April 05, 2010
Thursday, February 11, 2010
2.11.10 Marav
I had a good time drawing tonight. I brought my Aquarelle crayons to try and give those a go, but stuck with the watercolor. It's fun and it suited our model perfectly.
I'm enjoying drawing the short poses with overlap. It means I save paper and it's a bit more challenging and interesting.
I'm particularly fond of the last drawing, the fabric was really fun to do.
I'm enjoying drawing the short poses with overlap. It means I save paper and it's a bit more challenging and interesting.
I'm particularly fond of the last drawing, the fabric was really fun to do.
Saturday, February 06, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
01.28.10 Roelle
Thursday night's model dances on walls! His poses were graceful and very interesting.
Friday, January 22, 2010
01.21.10 Syra 3
Syra wore Diane's leather jacket for this pose. I used pen with water mostly and I like the way it turned out.
01.21.10 Syra 2
I have been exhausted this week post Dr Sketchy's but managed to make it to drawing Thursday. I'm glad I did, we had a very flexible and interesting model, Syra.
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
01.19.10 Dr Sketchys Roller Derby
Oh lord did we have fun at Dr Sketchy's last night.
I posted some drawing of the Bay Area Derby girls on flickr. Now I'm going to go fall on my face from exhaustion.
lovems.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
I have a weakness for hand tooled leather
Handsome Bill gave me a leather tooling set for Christmas! This is a first step of messing with the tools to see what they do.
I have a deep appreciation of hand tooled leather and want to make some cute bags.
01.16.10 Prudence #3
Our model on Thursday was the lovely Prudence, she works with my small group of artists and helps us book models.
She always poses for us at least once a session and she has all the sexy costumes and accessories that I like: leather gloves, lace skirts, and thigh high stockings.
Saturday, January 09, 2010
01.07.10 Thursday night group
I did several pen and watercolor drawings Thursday night.
It was a particularly lively night, full of off-color jokes and mayhem. Elsa said 'cunt' and I just about fell out of my chair.
It was a particularly lively night, full of off-color jokes and mayhem. Elsa said 'cunt' and I just about fell out of my chair.
Sunday, January 03, 2010
Elvgren inspired watercolor
I have recently been inspired to add some painting to my drawing.
I love this woman's work: Luma Rouge http://lumarouge.tumblr.com/
I'm totally inspired by the dancer with the feathered headdress. It's such a fast and effective way to get a lot of movement and shadow/tone into a quick sketch
I also love Marc Taro's rendition of Bunny Pistol from Dr Sketchy's: http://tarosan.wordpress.com/2009/09/23/bunny-pistol-drsketchys/
In trying to use what I have rather than caving to the instinct to buy something new, I used a travel set of watercolors that I found this summer in Pietra Santo Italy. I'm glad I did. The quality of paint is wonderful and rich and creamy and the colors mix really well.
My sketch is of a Gil Elvgren painting. That man knew what he was doing when it came to painting luscious women.
I love this woman's work: Luma Rouge http://lumarouge.tumblr.com/
I'm totally inspired by the dancer with the feathered headdress. It's such a fast and effective way to get a lot of movement and shadow/tone into a quick sketch
I also love Marc Taro's rendition of Bunny Pistol from Dr Sketchy's: http://tarosan.wordpress.com/2009/09/23/bunny-pistol-drsketchys/
In trying to use what I have rather than caving to the instinct to buy something new, I used a travel set of watercolors that I found this summer in Pietra Santo Italy. I'm glad I did. The quality of paint is wonderful and rich and creamy and the colors mix really well.
My sketch is of a Gil Elvgren painting. That man knew what he was doing when it came to painting luscious women.
Monday, December 14, 2009
I have been making art. really
It feels like I haven't been making art lately because I haven't painted in some time. But actually, I have been quite busy drawing and hosting Dr Sketchy's SF.
These are a couple of my favorite drawings from the last couple of months. I go to a small Thursday night group to get my draw on.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
10.22.09 Judith
Last night our group drew the lovely Judith. She is a dancer and her capacity for holding interesting poses is quite impressive!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Fall figure drawing
Work life has been a bit stressful the last couple of months and I am happy to once again have my weekly figure drawing group.
We started up again last night and Itried some new things, one of which is pen 'painted' in with the Faber Castelle big brush pen. DIane Olivier turned me on to the light grey, which is completely fabulous because it's just a hint of color at first but can be built up to add dimension.
I'm totally digging it.
We started up again last night and Itried some new things, one of which is pen 'painted' in with the Faber Castelle big brush pen. DIane Olivier turned me on to the light grey, which is completely fabulous because it's just a hint of color at first but can be built up to add dimension.
I'm totally digging it.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Thursday, April 02, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
Sketch Tuesday & Dr Sketchy's, all wrapped up in a tasty Tuesday taco
Tell the rain to go f*ck itself and enjoy your tomorrow night @ 111 Minna Gallery!
Pin it up Babycakes is up until Feb 28th and your walls look empty, baby.
"Pin it up, Babycakes was created by artists and burlesque enthusiasts Jessica Whiteside and Alice Stribling.
This exhibition features art inspired by pinups that span many genres: including hot rod, cheesecake, faux advertisements, and modern burlesque influences."
Enjoy looking over the shoulder of an exciting artist at the Sketch Tuesday tables or doodle T&A with Dr Sketchy's!.
Sketch Tuesday:
"111 Minna Gallery is pleased to announce the second 'Sketch Tuesdays' of 2009 and the 30th time we've held the event! Each month the gallery hosts an evening of live art making featuring both established and emerging Bay Area artists. Inspired by Southern Exposure's Monster Drawing Rally, 111 Minna offers patrons the opportunity to see local artists at work and get acquainted with them. It is also a way for artists to meet each other and to be inspired by each other's creative process."
Dr Sketchy's Anti Art School:
Founded in NYC by the infamous Molly Crabapple, Dr Sketchy's can now be attended all over the world. Come to the San Francisco chapter and develop your boob-drawing skills, have a drink and be entertained by the delicious models!
- Featured model is miss "Tricksie Treat"!
- Special guests, "Fromagique" and your favorite DJ, "Randy Johnson"!
Date:
Tuesday, February 24th from 6pm -10pm
Location:
111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco
111 Minna Street @ 2nd Street
http://www.111minnagallery.com/
Pin it up Babycakes is up until Feb 28th and your walls look empty, baby.
"Pin it up, Babycakes was created by artists and burlesque enthusiasts Jessica Whiteside and Alice Stribling.
This exhibition features art inspired by pinups that span many genres: including hot rod, cheesecake, faux advertisements, and modern burlesque influences."
Enjoy looking over the shoulder of an exciting artist at the Sketch Tuesday tables or doodle T&A with Dr Sketchy's!.
Sketch Tuesday:
"111 Minna Gallery is pleased to announce the second 'Sketch Tuesdays' of 2009 and the 30th time we've held the event! Each month the gallery hosts an evening of live art making featuring both established and emerging Bay Area artists. Inspired by Southern Exposure's Monster Drawing Rally, 111 Minna offers patrons the opportunity to see local artists at work and get acquainted with them. It is also a way for artists to meet each other and to be inspired by each other's creative process."
Dr Sketchy's Anti Art School:
Founded in NYC by the infamous Molly Crabapple, Dr Sketchy's can now be attended all over the world. Come to the San Francisco chapter and develop your boob-drawing skills, have a drink and be entertained by the delicious models!
- Featured model is miss "Tricksie Treat"!
- Special guests, "Fromagique" and your favorite DJ, "Randy Johnson"!
Date:
Tuesday, February 24th from 6pm -10pm
Location:
111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco
111 Minna Street @ 2nd Street
http://www.111minnagallery.com/
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Article on Bitch Buzz about Pin it up, Babycakes
My friend Kate Kotler interviewed Jessica and I about the show. Her article is up on Bitch Buzz!
You can read about our adventure here: http://culture.bitchbuzz.com/fishnets-tarts-the-art-of-the-modern-tease.html
You can read about our adventure here: http://culture.bitchbuzz.com/fishnets-tarts-the-art-of-the-modern-tease.html
Sunday, January 18, 2009
My Art for Pin it up, Babycakes
"Kitten on the Keys"
16x20"
Oil and Swarovski crystals on canvas gicleé
$500
"Catherine D'Lish"
16x20"
Oil and Swarovski crystals on canvas gicleé
$500
"Dirty Martini"
16x20"
Oil and Swarovski crystals on canvas gicleé
$500
"Sweet M'alice self portrait"
30x40"
oil on canvas
$1500
"Sweet Cheeks"
30x40"
oil on canvas
$1500
"Bombshell Betty"
30x40"
oil on canvas
$1500
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