trying something new

 Picked up some Faber Castell Gelatos to try out.

They match my Pitt Pens and Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils

so I thought they would be a fun thing to add to my supplies.

I tried making a color chart with a waterbrush and the creamy gelato sticks but didn't like the result.

Using them like crayons is a bit heavy handed.  Thanks to KD Sams, I put them on my craft mat  and redid the color chart. Richer color with control! 

Using gelatos, pitt pen and watercolor pencil together was fun. 

Then I tried to Glaze for a sealed product and ruined most of the work.

I suspect the mica paint touches and watercolor pencil were the culprits that smeared. 

Looking forward to more play...

more sketchbook fun..

creamy paper + pitt pens

a little fun and no bleed through!

Not a peep in sight!

hopping down the bunny trail

Yes Easter is just around the corner

look who's trying to take over 

THE bunny's job!

Bear on Ice!

ted e bear, break away!

Wow! I am impressed
he's on the attack!

Defense!

ted e bear, sweeper

Back on the ground for a little while anyway,

Ted signs on to play a little football with friends.

OOPS!

ted e bear accidental ride

Maybe it was one balloon too many

but this little walk to a friends Birthday Party

has turned into a ride...

Get Up and Go!

ted e bear at the farm market

He got a tent and set up a space at the local farmers market!

What a busy little bear he's been.

I wonder what's up?

Got a little Secret...

I saw "Mommy kissin' Santa" Claus...

was my favorite Christmas song as a kid.

The day after Christmas - SECRET

...day after Christmas!

Everybody deserves a break 

grab your board and head for some downhill fun.

and today is...the feast of Saint Nicholas...

I know this because it's also my birthday.

Who's got a beard that's long and white? 

Saint Nick will forever be linked to Santa Claus

and by the way

was there any coal in your shoes this morning?

or were you good , like me

and found oranges and chocolates? 

Who comes around on a Special Night?

Packing Santa's Sleigh

The count down is on...

Little Elves with Big Jobs

 Wrapping it up!

Packing Santa's Sacks

There is much to do up at the North Pole 

and there are many big jobs for all the little elves!

Busy, Busy, Busy! 

Plenty to do...

Toy Inspectors

Trying to get it all done and still be cheery,
these little elves have decorated a bit to make
their work environment festive.
Created with watercolors and pitt pens and interference and iridescent colors,
this little painting sparkles from the gold garland to the countdown sign.

'Tis the Season for...

YUM! oops

Must be very careful of accidents.
It was a delicious one!
:O

Little Angels?

 

Little Angels

Created in response to a November Challenge for the "7 Card Draw" on Etsy.

This little painting has a little snow glow! I used interference blue in the shadows and interference silver on the snow surface.

These kids are making their mark in the yard.

BEWARE the yellow snow.

Have HOT AIR? Will Travel!

Created in response to The ACEO Challenge   the season of Balloon Festivals is upon us. Catch sight of the sunrise and sunset take offs all over the country side.
Created with watercolors and Pitt pens, this mixed media painting is available Here