Tablet Art
Well, I finally used my Bamboo tablet! I’m still getting used to it and I still have a ways to go but it was fun! It takes just as long as doing an actual painting the only difference is there’s no mess! I also discovered that an electronic eraser is much more convenient than trying to wipe away a mistake with a wet cloth! There’s lots of fun effects to play with and I’d say you’re only limited by your imagination. In my case, I think I’m limited to my lack of technical skills but that’ll come the more I play with it – I hope. Here are my first pieces with the Bamboo.
1 comment March 5, 2010
Children’s Art Party – Toronto
My friend Grace asked me to do an Art Party for her son’s Birthday Party and even though I haven’t done one before (but always thought about it) I decided to take the plunge and do it. It was a good time all around and went very smoothly. The kids were super-receptive and loved the creative freedom. Parents were delighted to have an original piece by their child and were pleasantly surprised at how the masterpieces turned out. Below is an overview of the party. If anyone is interested in having a party like this for your little one please feel free to contact me for details.
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1 comment February 25, 2010
Everybody Loves Elephants!
Here’s a painting that will adorn a brand new baby’s nursery. I love doing custom pieces! I had this one planned in my head. Meet Ellie, Edward and their new baby, Eddie Jr. What a happy family!
Add comment February 18, 2010
Cassettes are cool!
While cassette tapes are long gone the image of them brings on a certain nostalgic feeling for me. Trying to tape the Top 6 at 6 in the most seemless way possible…Without any commercials and without cutting off the end or beginning of songs. Then listening to those songs - rewinding and fast-fowarding to my heart’s content…Who am I kidding? It sucked doing that but the image of the actual cassette tape is way cool. My friend, Stephanie made this cute tunic/dress for my daughter out of an old vintage T and she loves it! The ribbon is her absolute favourite. If you want one like it feel free to email Stephanie at stephanie@blushpretty.com.
Add comment February 16, 2010
Bamboo Fun!!
Okay – I finally took the plunge and got my first pen tablet. Have I used it yet ?… No.
I’m not very good with technology. Ask any one who knows me - it’s a bloomin’ miracle that I even blog. Despite this, I am determined to learn how to use this thing. From the tutorials I’ve been watching it doesn’t seem that hard. I’m procrastinating because I quit things fast if I don’t get it and I really wanna give this thing a chance. My girls, however, are loving it! They’ve already begun their portfolios. I will post some of my first attempts when I actually make an attempt – I just feel like I need to listen to more tutorials. My hubby is telling me to “JUST DO IT ALREADY!” You don’t have to yell is what I say….
Windy Day by Hannah 7
Walk in the Forest by Jessie 5
Add comment February 6, 2010
We Love Animals!!
Why are children so fascinated with animals? My children have always been enchanted by them. Even today when my husband and I see a squirrel in our backyard we yell out “SQUIRREL!!” and they come runnin’ to see. Animals are simple and complicated at the same time and learning about them never stops. They are mysterious and truly amazing in their abilities and their appearances which are often comical but always created with purpose. Most children’s books feature animals, the songs we sing our kids (Ole’ McDonald had a farm…) tell about animals, their beds are covered in stuffed animals, they want to draw animals and even the plastic animals that come in buckets are a favourite toy. Most requests I get for custom paintings are for animals with fairies coming in a close second and I love doing them. Children and animals just seem to go together.
A great site for you and your kids to learn interesting facts and see small video clips on a wide variety of animals is www.kids.nationalgeographic.com
Add comment February 3, 2010
Cute Monsters
I’m all for being creative and I am a big fan of innovative ideas – especially when geared towards children. I came across this great website that lets you create your own cute stuffed monster www.curlyqcuties.com I even had fun trying out the different combinations of “monster”. Cylops or tri-eyes? Buck teeth or shark-like fangs? Star or heart? Fat or skinny? Blue or pink? Scary or sweet? So many choices made me giddy! I know my children would have begged to make their own if they weren’t fast asleep when I made this discovery. Children thoroughly enjoy being part of the creative process so this wouldn’t be just another stuffed animal this would be a tangible end product of their amazing imaginations. They can even opt to put their initial on their monster which I thought was terrific! Maybe after your children create a monster of their very own the one under their bed or in their closet won’t seem so scary.
Add comment February 2, 2010
And the winner is….
Congratulations to ANNE! You just won a free painted step stool! I will contact you shortly for your details. Thanks to all who left a comment and took part in my first giveaway. Next Sunday I will announce the next free giveaway for the month of February. I’m really excited! My daughter, Hannah, helped me with the draw. She was super excited about the giveaway. She really enjoyed drawing the name and being a part of this. Thanks again everyone!
Add comment January 31, 2010
The Mom Show – TV Appearance
A friend of mine saw The Mom Show (SLICE network) the other day and it was the episode that I did last year. They re-aired it! It was a segment on Mompreneurs that I was very happy to be a part of. My business was just starting out and I was pretty nervous. I felt like I was just babbling and couldn’t remember a thing I said – it was such a blur. My daughter, Hannah, ended up being a model for Thirstywear which was the business of the other Mompreneur they interviewed that day. She was nervous too but she did it and I was so proud of her!
It looked like such a nice set when you watch it on TV but in reality it’s in this warehouse-type space where everything around the set looks like someone’s garage. It went very quick. It’s all such an illusion but it was a great experience and it showcased my artwork which was great. Here’s a few screencaps from the episode…
Add comment January 26, 2010
Monster Jam in Toronto
Just want to thank everyone for entering the The Free Stool Giveaway. The draw isn’t until January 31, 2010 so there’s still time to enter. It’s easy – just leave a comment with your email and city and you’re done!
Recently, Monster Jam came to the Air Canada Center here in Toronto and from what I hear it was awesome! My son who is a little over two and a half went with my hubby and they had so much fun! I’m a little jealous I didn’t go too. My husband bought the mini “Maniac” monster truck for my son to commemorate the day so Nate and my nephew Luke (4) happily had their own Monster Jam show on the crusty concrete floor. It was exciting and super loud. The most exciting parts of the show were when some of the monster trucks would flip completely over. They sold ear plugs for a dollar which Nate wore for a little while then he decided to go rogue and diss the earplugs to man-up and take the noise. After a while, I guess it didn’t seem so loud anymore.
Cars, trucks, planes, and trains are amazing to Nate. Most little boys feel that way from what I gather from other mommies. I often think if they didn’t exist what would he play with? Probably a ball and a stick? Wait – I shouldn’t say cars is all he’s into. He loves to draw and sometimes he pesters his sisters to play babies with him (they started it and he just happens to love it!) Well – he’s a well rounded child is what I think. With these habits he’s well on his way to being an automobile designer and a great dad.
Add comment January 25, 2010
