[spb_video link=”https://youtu.be/E6WaQ4Yidv4″ full_width=”yes” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Here’s a sped up version of my painting a little bird. I’m a big fan of tiny paintbrushes, and I’d be lost with my grandmother’s old Grumbacher filbert, whose mussed up bristles are perfect for painting soft feathers. If you love this little…
[spb_single_image image=”5031″ image_size=”full” frame=”noframe” lightbox=”yes” link_target=”_self” fullwidth=”no” width=”1/2″ el_position=”first”] Process… stages 1-3 [/spb_single_image] [spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/2″ el_position=”last”] A Sneak Peak: Children’s Portrait Here’s a glimpse into the process of a portrait that I’ve been commissioned to paint. I forget how much I love painting little kids. There’s something about all the hope and joy…
[spb_text_block title=”The Daily Painting Experiment” pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] I spent most of January working on some tiny paintings, which were a joy. Each morning, I’d wake up way too early for my own good, sit down with my tiniest brushes, and dream up a scenario for my little imaginary fox and crow friends….
I realize (with some embarrassment) that it’s been entirely too long since I’ve updated my blog. Long story short, I’ve been painting up a storm. The early part of the year was spent developing the Royals. I’m proud of these paintings, and I’m happy to report that most of the original gouache and watercolor paintings…
[spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] From nursing birds to painting them April 15, 2015 By Ilana DeBare Maggie Hurley’s relationship with birds began as a child in Southern California. When she found injured birds, she’d put them in a shoebox and try to nurse them back to health. Some veterinarian neighbors of hers opened…
[spb_text_block pb_margin_bottom=”no” pb_border_bottom=”no” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Howdy! I know it’s been awhile since I’ve posted anything here. I’ve been busy working on a new series (and making prints, and I taught a beginning oil painting class, not to mention: Life! It keeps ya busy, right?). Anyway… Animals and nature provide endless sources of inspiration to…
Hello! I just wanted to drop a quick note… I’ll be vending at the increasingly wonderful Urban Air Market in Hayes Valley this Sunday, September 14th. This event is packed with great creations – from art, to local clothing designers, to jewelry, you’re bound to find something you love. I’d love to see you! If…
Hi and hello! I’m going to keep this brief, and mostly picture oriented, because we’re all such busy creatures. Contained in this here post, you’ll find the following: Notes about a couple shows I’ll have work in this month, the scoop on the latest Herbert the Owl painting I’ve completed An Art Auction at Live…
Howdy folks, I made this awhile ago and have been sort of sitting on it, but I wanted to share a little something with you. Sometimes it’s easy to get stuck in dark places. Here’s a little reminder that without the dark places, it’s harder to appreciate the light. The image here is available for…
Howdy! This Sunday, April 27th, I’ll be vending at the Glen Park Festival in San Francisco from 10am – 4:30pm. I’ll be in booth 23 on Wilder Street (close to the corner on Diamond Street). This is a great festival for families – there’s tons of entertainment for kids. The neighborhood is chalk full of…
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