Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Tuesday in My Studio

It's Tuesday, and I almost forgot my "regular" Tuesday post again. Almost. It's not midnight here yet, so this still counts.

Last week was a very eventful week--Riley (our adorable new little granddaughter) was born on Friday; also on Friday, my husband Dave retired after more than 40 years at the same company, we went with friends to see a Patriots football game on Sunday (they won), and on Monday we got to meet Riley for the first time. She's a cutie, isn't she?
I did manage to find some in my studio, though, and almost finished this drawing.  I did the main part of the drawing with Prismacolor pencils on Colorfix sanded paper.  I've used rough paper before, but never anything this rough.  The paper demands a much looser style than I'm accustomed to, and I found it thoroughly enjoyable.  Since Colorfix is a paper intended for use with pastels, I thought that doing the background in pastel would be absolutely perfect.  And, it may well be a perfect solution.  The only catch is that I don't have the first clue how to use pastels.  So as soon as I take care of that little detail, I'll finish this one.

Thanks for stopping by my studio!

9 comments:

  1. Donna,
    Riley is PERFECT! What an angel!
    Congrats to your hubby. After 40 years, he deserves to retire. I hope he thoroughly enjoys it.
    And this drawing you've posted is beyond spectacular. Your skill and artistry is amazing. WOW!

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  2. WOW! this painting is fab, GF! What a wonderful week. Congrats all around. I know you will love spoiling your Riley!! Kiss her for me, and hugs to DH!! WOW!

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  3. Busy week - you weren't kidding! Congrats on your new granddaughter - she's beautiful! And congrats to your DH also. Sounds like fun times ahead! Love your drawing - you are very talented, woman!

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  4. wow, wow, wow!! Of all your art I've seen so far, this one might just be my favorite (and I really really liked your bouys!!). This is amazing!! Congratulations on your new gdaugther - she is so sweet!!

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  5. Your bird is amazing! You have such a wonderful talent!

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  6. Oh, Donna, what a blessed week!! Precious and beautiful grandchild! I'm going to be a grandmother for the first time in February!

    Wow, I adore your drawing! Beautifully done!!

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  7. Congrats on the new grand. She is beautiful!!
    AND Congrats to Dave - retirement is wonderful as you well know by now I am sure.

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  8. 40 years - that is really cool, congrats to your husband. Beautiful drawing and perfect and adorable granddaughter, congrats to you as well. :)

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  9. Your new little granddaughter is darling! Congratulations! Riley is such a pretty name. Congrats to Dave on his retirement. I'm sure you're still loving yours.

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