I've been extremely busy lately, but realized I haven't posted anything new for awhile. These aren't done yet, but here's a peek at a series I'm working on...

I do enjoy working with a few different styles. I can do cartoon styles, Lichtenstein style, pin-up, pop art, etc... but this style seemed appropriate for this subject matter. :-)

90 sketches down... likely 500-600 to go this weekend! Whew! I'm getting an opportunity to do a project with a client this weekend and it involves a bit of traveling on my part. Just for the weekend, though! It will be a fantastic weekend. I'll be sketching on demand and I'm excited to see the turnout.

Just a quick update today... Life has certainly been busy. I'm busy with a variety of fun projects for clients and meeting with potential new ones. I'm also helping to teach an art camp this summer. Because of all of that, no art to post today. I will have more soon. 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank someone very special to me for their unwavering support. You don't know what an impact you have. You know who you are.

Big announcement today! I have opened a store on Etsy!  I will have original, hand done paintings available. I try to keep my prices reasonable, but yes- these are originals, not prints. You can find the store here:

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtByAdrianneDraude

I accept Paypal, credit cards- and I accept custom orders when I have time. Please no licensed character requests! I have a strict policy about only doing licensed content through the respective owners.  I do ship and I'm looking forward to getting this started!

At Fringe!!! Come say hello! I'm selling original paintings from 12-8 today and tomorrow!

Hello friends!  It's been a very, very long time!  I'm still around and have been working on a lot of projects. I'm pleased to be able to make this announcement.... I will be selling original art at Visual Fringe--- part of the Fringe Festival in Orlando next weekend! I will be selling original paintings (like the ones pictured here), and I will post more pictures as I go.  I will have a booth set up at the warehouse from 12-8 on both Saturday and Sunday.  Prices of paintings vary from $25-35 to $1000. I normally paint larger scale paintings but I'm mixing it up for this event. Come say hi and support the arts!  I will be able to accept cash or credit/debit and would love to see all of you lovely people!

Again- keep checking back because I will be posting pictures of the paintings, plus more details about the festival. If this one goes well, there will be more in my future. As with any of my work- if you see something you'd like- email me at AdrianneDArt@gmail.com and we can discuss price and availability. I also do commissioned pieces, though due to my client contracts- I ask that those don't include licensed characters.  See you all real soon! Stay tuned!

Run or draw? Run or draw?!?

How about drawing a character running? Does that count in my training? No?!?

The Disney Princess Half Marathon is approaching and I had better keep on top of my training and do my run today... but I also feel the urge to practice my character art and sketch. Some days it's absolute garbage- but that's the point of practice, isn't it? Strengthen those bits and work out the kinks... Creativity is so much like athletic training. You can only get better with practice and if you don't use it- it can take a lot to get back where you were!

Now that I've sketched something out... Time to run!