Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel, March 31 Daily Art Sketches + Sakura Cherry Blossoms Original Painting Website Update...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She is inspired by an image by Gustave Doré for "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner."  Although she looks a bit like a fairy, the book I found her in is titled "Doré's Angels."  I doubt I'll paint her, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 31.

This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

New Art on my website in the floral art section here

"Sakura San" Original 8"x10" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Sakura San" is my newest addition to my website.  The original acrylic painting is on panel.  The cherry blossoms are sweet and delicate.  This is the third in my series of flowers inspired by sakura.  The art has a soft realist impressionist feel.


Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Cherry Blossoms Flowers Floral Original Art Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! March Sketches...

This Week "Sakura San" Original 8"x10" Painting here

8"x10" Open Edition print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Sakura San," an original floral painting.  This is the third in my series of cherry blossoms.  They are such a delicate flower and I love their fleeting beauty.  The art has a soft realist impressionist feel...  This weekend is the cherry blossoms festival at Descanso Gardens, I am looking forward to seeing more of these lovely flowers.

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here  this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of spring cherry blossoms and sweet pea flowers...   

Most of my art is also available on my website at www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to put some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have been updating my website.  It's an ongoing project, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  Some of her hair is flowing outwards and she is wearing a mask that elegantly covers part of her face.  If I were to paint her, I think she would be a mermaid although she could also be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 8.

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress + March Sketches, Sketch 4, Angel Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress cherry blossoms painting, I've done some light shading with glazing...  I still need to add the cores to the flowers in this wip.  I love cherry blossoms, the flowers are so soft and delicate.  I am hoping to complete this for Tuesday, but this weekend is a bit busy, so we'll see.  We're celebrating my brother's birthday this weekend!


This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She is holding a parasol, oh how I long for a parasol...  I spent some time looking at antique ones, but they looked so delicate.  I've considered taking a regular umbrella and converting it, but I haven't done anything more than think about it, so alas my big floppy hat will have to suffice...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is sketch 4.  

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

In this original acrylic work in progress cherry blossoms painting, I've blocked in all of the petals.  These wip flowers will need a bit of light glazing for shadows and then their cores painted.  Cherry blossoms are such a lovely and delicate flower and I am greatly enjoying working on them.  Today though, I think I'm working on my monkey painting!


This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at http://www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

WIP Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

In this work in progress, I've been working on the petals of the flowers.  In this original 8"x10" wip cherry blossoms flower painting, I still have many petals to go before I move on to the next step.  It is part of my Sakura series, I love cherry blossoms...


This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at http://www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP...

In this work in progress, I've added some more subtle blue layers to the background and painted in the supporting branches.  In this original cherry blossoms flower painting, I am inspired by a photograph I took, I believe the name of those specific cherry blossoms is pink clouds.  I am looking forward to starting at blocking in the petals...


This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at http://www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

Here is where I am with the 8"x10" cherry blossom painting that I am working on.  I've put another layer on the background, I may do a little more to the background before I do the stems and then begin the petals of the cherry blossoms.  They are such a beautiful and delicate flower, this is the third in my Sakura series...

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

Here is a work in progress view of the third in my series of cherry blossom paintings.  In this 8"x10" floral wip, I've blocked in the first layer of the background.  Next I'll put the second background layer in and then start on the petals of these sweet spring sakura flowers...

Pink Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flower Art Original Painting Auction! 29 Faces Face 22 Angel Fairy Big Eye Sketch Art...

This Week "Sakura Ni" Original 5"x7" Painting here

Due to technical difficulties, I am not listing any prints this week.  Hopefully by next Tuesday, I should be able to offer prints again.  "Sakura Ni," is an original painting of some pink cherry blossoms. These lovely flowers bloom only briefly, their beauty captures me. The art has a soft realist impressionist feel...

This is the second of a small series I am working on.  I don't usually relist so quickly, but since I do not have my files available to me right now, the only ones I have available are recently listed pieces, so this one is available early at the promo start rate!

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com/; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions... I have been updating my website. I still have more to add, but there is now an excellent selection of art available; although there will be a delay on any print orders until my technical issues are resolved, originals are available to ship!


After the auction, Sakura Ni will be available here.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  I think her smile lights up any room, even when lit with candle light...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid or goddess.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  I'm not sure what went wrong with my computer, but I've bought a new used one that Alex is working on today...

She is face 22 for 29 faces in September. The goal is to share 29 faces in the month of September.

Sakura Ni, My Original Cherry Blossoms Flower Art Painting, Now Up on My Website...

Now Up on My Website!

"Sakura Ni" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Sakura Ni" is one of my floral paintings.  It is the second in my series of cherry blossom paintings.  Cherry blossoms are one of my favorite flowers.  I love to look up at the trees and am inspired by their beauty.  They bloom only briefly, but I hope I have captured these spring flowers for a good while longer.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

My website at http://www.lisarusso.com has more art available, including additional flower in the floral art section!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!


I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

My 2nd Pink Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flower Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Sakura Ni" Original 5"x7" Painting here

5"x7" Open Edition print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Sakura Ni," an original painting of some pink cherry blossoms.  These lovely flowers bloom only briefly, their beauty captures me.  The art has a soft realist impressionist feel...

This is the second of my cherry blossom paintings, I hope to have the first one up on my website on Friday.  I made a slight change to it that I think gives it a more delicate feel, I'll post the new image here when I do get it up.

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of some of my pink flowers.  

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have been updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  I still have more to add, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

Here is a work in progress view of my second 5"x7" original cherry blossoms painting.  In this wip, most of the shading is done, but I still need to complete the stamens and pistils.  I hope to have this completed for Tuesday...

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

My Pink Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Sakura Ichi" Original 5"x7" Painting here

5"x7" Open Edition print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Sakura Ichi," an original painting of pink cherry blossoms.  These spring flowers are a favorite of mine, they are such a fleeting beauty that I have strived to capture here.  The art has a soft realist impressionist feel...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of spring flowers.  

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have been updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one that I am making progress at.

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sailboat Website Update...

Here is a work in progress view of a 5"x7" original sakura cherry blossoms painting.  I've done additional glazing on the flowers in this wip.  I still need to do the cores of the flowers and a bit more.  However, I think I am close to finishing this painting, I hope to have it completed by Tuesday...

"Reminders" Original 11"x14" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Reminders" is a one of my ocean paintings.  A sailboat gliding along the sea is the focus of this painting.  I took the reference for it on a harbor tour in San Pedro, California.  The art has a soft realist impressionist feel.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

My website at http://www.lisarusso.com has more art available, including additional sea art in the assorted art section!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP

Here is a work in progress view of a 5"x7" original sakura cherry blossoms painting.  I've done some very light and subtle glazing on the flowers in this wip.  I still have to do some more glazing and then the cores of the flowers.  Cherry blossoms are such delicate and lovely flowers, I am hoping to capture that...

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Big Eye Mermaid Fairy Sketch...

Here is a work in progress view of one of my 5"x7" original cherry blossoms paintings.  In this wip, I've painted the petals in, but I still need to do some glazing and the cores.  Right now both of my small cherry blossoms paintings are at around the same place.  Sakura blooms have such delicate petals...

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eye gothic maiden.   I think she has a possible mermaid look, but she could be a fairy angel or a goddess.  I'm thinking that if she were a mermaid, she would have a siren's song...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.

Sakura Cherry Blossoms WIP Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Big Eye Fairy Sketch...

Here is a work in progress view of a 5"x7" original cherry blossoms painting.  I'm doing a small series of cherry blossom paintings.  This is a different one than the one I shared before, I'm still working on that one as well.  I'll also be doing an 8"x10" cherry blossom painting, but I have yet to set paint down on that one.  Sakura blooms are one of my favorite flowers....

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eye gothic maiden.  I think she may be a fairy angel queen or princess or possibly a goddess.  She has a very regal quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  

WIP Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Big Eye Fairy Sketch...

Here is a work in progress view of my 5"x7" original cherry blossoms painting.  The flowers have soft pink and white petals, I'd like to give them some lights and shadows and then I will paint their cores.  I think they're coming along nicely in this WIP, but I'm still a ways away from being done...

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Here is a sketch of a big eye maiden.  She has a slight tilt and seems like she has a positive attitude.  I think she's most likely a fairy; but she could be a mermaid or an angel or some other fantasy being.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  I'm still searching for the right face for my next mermaid painting... 

Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP...

Here is a work in progress view of my 5"x7" original cherry blossoms painting.  I have mostly completed the background in this wip.  When I finish the forground, I may or may not introduce some pink.  The flowers have soft pink and white petals that I have begun working on...

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Sakura Cherry Blossoms Flowers Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP + Sketch...

Here is a sketch of two cherry blossoms. I'm working on a small series of cherry blossom paintings and this is the sketch of the first one I have started painting...

Here is a work in progress view of my 5"x7" original cherry blossoms painting.  I have started work on the background in this wip.  The flowers will have soft pink and white petals...

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/