Happy Easter Wishes From This Sweet Bunny Rabbit and I...

Happy Easter Wishes from this bunny and from me at lisabellarusso.com if you celebrate Easter!

"Ode to Spring" Original Painting Sold, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

It's a different kind of holiday this year...  I hope you are staying safe regardless and have a wonderful hoppy happy Easter if you celebrate it!  I love bunnies so much, I hope you will enjoy this bunny friend.   

My Photograph of Spring Pink Cherry Blossoms Sakura at Descanso Gardens...

Most years I visit Descanso and Huntington Gardens many times in the spring.  This year will be a bit different.  I did go once to Descanso Gardens before we were asked to stay home as much as possible.  This is a photo I took that day of a sakura tree boughs laden with pink cherry blossoms.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!  

I'm not posting daily as my time on the computer is limited, but I am trying to post a bit more often as many of us are staying in more than usual.  I have many years of stockpiled photos, art shows I haven't shared yet, and my own art completed and in progress that I'd like to share some of with you.  If we can not go to the art or the gardens, I will strive to bring some of what I have to you...


I love to try to capture beauty, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

Happy Easter Wishes and Hopes for a Beautiful Day...

Happy Easter Wishes from this big eyed lamb and from me at lisabellarusso.com if you celebrate Easter; regardless I hope you have a beautiful day today...

"Found Lamb" Original Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints, & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

Bunny girl may have to wait a bit, I've been distracted by another painting...  So many paintings that I'd like to paint...  I'm also a bit behind in visiting, I'll try to get caught up tomorrow hopefully.

My Photograph of Crocus Spring Flowers at Descanso Gardens + Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel/ Art Sketches Daily/ SEP 20...

I took this photograph of these spring flowers at Descanso Gardens.  I love their delicate purple petals.  I'm not sure what they are, but I thought they were very pretty.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo! 

Edit:  Thanks so much Christine and Jennifer for identifying them as crocuses!

I love to paint flowers, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her hair is charming with a pixie cut and a peek a boo look...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid 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 September. This is day 20. 

I am also participating in the September 29 Faces Challenge! The goal is to share 29 faces in the month of September.  I think I will try to extend it out to a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days...

This is a rough sketch.

My Photograph of Spring Flowers at Descanso Gardens + Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel & Goddess/ Art Sketches Daily/ SEP 12 & 13...

I took this photograph of these spring flowers at Descanso Gardens.  They were growing on a tree on the outskirts of the gardens.  I'm not sure what they are, but I thought they were very pretty.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo! 

I love to paint flowers, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has long flowing hair and a wary expression...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a mermaid 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 September. This is day 12. 

I am also participating in the September 29 Faces Challenge! The goal is to share 29 faces in the month of September.  I think I will try to extend it out to a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days...

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has an expression of love and concern...  I think she is most likely a moon goddess, 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 September. This is day 13. 

I am also participating in the September 29 Faces Challenge! The goal is to share 29 faces in the month of September.  I think I will try to extend it out to a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days...

This is a rough sketch. 

Happy Easter Wishes & Art Sketch of a Big Eye Angel Fairy, April 16 Daily Sketches...

Happy Easter Wishes from this bunny and from me at www.lisarusso.com if you celebrate Easter!

If interested...  

"Ode to Spring" Original Painting Sold, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She might be wondering if she hid the eggs well enough...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 April.  This is day 16.

This is a rough sketch.  

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

My beautiful package from Alexandra at Sunday Sketches arrived, thanks so much Alexandra!  I'll try to post a photo of the lovely goodies on Friday...

Sketchbook West Las Laguna Gallery Show + Sketch of Lily Flowers, March 19 Art Sketches Daily...

Sketchbook West Exhibition

This is the cover of my tiny sketchbook that measures 3.5x5.5 inches.  I've shared some of the sketches that are within here, but some will be available for viewing for the first time at the show.  The sketchbook will be displayed at the Sketchbook West Exhibition along with the sketchbooks of additional artists.  There will be a mix of fantasy, floral, animal, and assorted sketches within my sketchbook.  The gallery will have white gloves available for looking through the sketchbooks.  I'm hoping to be at the opening, but I will also update at what time I will be there when I have a better idea of when that will be.  I very much enjoy looking at artist's sketches, so I am looking forward to seeing the show!  I have also had one of my larger works selected to be shown there which I will share once I get her framed and ready to go.  

Sketchbook West

Artist Reception: April 6 from 6:30pm to 9:30 pm

Exhibition runs: April 6 to April 28, 2017

Edit: I had written that the exhibit closes on the 29th, but it's actually the 28th.

Las Laguna Gallery

577 S Coast Hwy - Unit A-1

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

949-667-1803

They have additional information about directions and parking here

Winter Hours

Sunday, Monday, Tuesday- 11am - 5 pm

Closed Wednesday

Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 11am-7pm

Note: The gallery is closed during inclement weather including rain or high winds.

E-mail Address:

laslagunagallery@gmail.com

The event information for the opening is here.

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Here is a sketch of a couple of flowers.  I think they are a type of lily, but I am not sure which one, they are mostly white with some delicate pink accents.  These may be for the hair of a maiden, I still need to sketch quite a few more though to determine which ones best suit her...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 19.  

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

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of Some Spring Flowers, Potential Background for Lamb Painting, May 1 Daily Sketch...

Here is a sketch of some spring flowers.  The delicate daffodils and pansies may be the background / foreground for my lamb painting or I may go with something simpler.  I haven't made a decision yet.


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 1.

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

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://bluechairdiary.blogspot.com/

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!

Sketch of a Big Eye Gothic Angel Fairy, March 26 Daily Art Sketches + Frame Options for Bunny Rabbit Animal Original Painting...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  Her eyes are closed and she seems to be lost in contemplation...  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 day 25.  

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

My original painting "Ode to Spring" is no longer available, I do have the art as prints and LE ACEO prints here.  I don't usually get involved in the framing, but this was by special request.  It will be up on the wall in time for Easter!  Which frame do you think works the best?

Bunny Rabbit Spring Easter Original Art Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! March Sketches...

This Week "Ode to Spring" 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 "Ode to Spring," an original bunny rabbit painting.  I love to paint bunnies, at this point I've painted three others and I have another I am in the beginning stages of.  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 bunny rabbits.  I've learned that a group of bunnies is called a fluffle, how cute is that...  


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!

After the auction, "Ode to Spring" will be available on my website here.

Bunnies are a great source of inspiration to me.  I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday
http://www.create-with-joy.com/

Here is a sketch of an older Gothic graveyard.  I was drawn to the beautiful tombstones.  This is one of three potential backgrounds I'm sketching for my Wednesday Addams painting.  I started off with about 20 options, narrowed it down to 6, then tried them in photoshop with the sketch of Wednesday.  This is the last of the three I decided to sketch, now I have to choose amongst them and refine the sketch to best suit Wednesday...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 15.   

This is a rough sketch.

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...

My Photograph of Two Bunny Rabbits on a Garden Path at Descanso Gardens...

I took this photograph of these two bunny rabbits at Descanso Gardens a while back.  They were far enough away on the garden path from me that they let me take a few photographs of them before they scampered off.  They're really tiny in this photo, but I thought they looked very cute together, alert yet safely far away.  I love bunnies!  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!

Two Bunny Rabbits Original Art Paintings, Winter and Spring! Art Prints & ACEO Prints!

This Week "Snowy Bunny" 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 "Snowy Bunny," an original white rabbit painting.  This bunny is at home in the winter snow.  This wildlife hare has ears tipped with brown.  The art has an impressionist realist feel...  

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of bunny rabbits.  I usually only list one original, but I also have another original bunny up!  

After the auction, "Snowy Bunny" will be available on my website here.

This Week "Ode to Spring" 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 also listing "Ode to Spring," an original brown rabbit painting.  This bunny is stopping to smell the flowers.  The art has an impressionist realist feel...  

After the auction, "Ode to Spring" will be available on my website here.

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://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!

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...