My first tattoo design! This is a commission for a mother whose daughters’ middle names are Rose and Violet. I’m really happy with the flowers and the overall design, including the heart-shaped violet leaf.
As I was sketching, the violet slowly transformed itself (quite inadvertently) into a pansy but I changed it back again for the final design.
To all who have followed (that’s now 50 of you), liked, commented and/or visited this blog — a very big thank you. What began as a way of putting my portfolio online has kind of snowballed. I’m really enjoying being part of the WordPress community. You encourage, inspire and challenge me. So… thank you!!!
It’s really good to be writing letters again but I’ve discovered a catch. Writing about doing something is not the same as doing something. I had the best of intentions today. I was going to photograph and catalogue some of the jewellery I’ve inherited in recent years. Instead, I’ve written a letter to my friend telling her all about it (which is why I drew this). And the necklaces and rings and other pretty sparkling things are still waiting. Patiently.
Maybe tomorrow…
A drawing for a poster (which may or may not get used). It’s my version of an image from a 19th century catalogue advertising bicycles. The original is lighter and more delicate where I wanted something darker and grungier. A fun exercise even if it doesn’t get printed.
Ink and watercolour, various sizes. Research is fun!
Anna Cull ~ Art & Music 