Art Sketch of a Big Eye Angel Fairy, July 9 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a look of compassion.  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 July.  This is day 9.

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/

Edit:  Sunday Sketches is coming to an end, if you'd like to participate in the final week today 7/9/17, Alexandra is having some giveaways...

Art Sketch of Orchid Flowers, July 2 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of two orchid flowers.  I thought this angled view of them was fascinating.  I'm unsure if I'll paint them or not, but I did enjoy sketching them. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in July.  This is day 2.

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 a Bobcat Cub, June 25 Daily Sketches + Original Mermaid Painting by Artist Catherine Al-Rubaie...

Here is a sketch of a bobcat cub.  This little wild cat was so cute and fluffy...  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in June.  This is day 25.  

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/

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Reef Guardian by Artist Catherine Al-Rubaie

I love this painting by my friend Artist Catherine Al-Rubaie, it's available here on ebay starting at 99c, no reserve.  This original "Reef Guardian" mermaid painting is an original 11"x14" oil painting on a cradled 1.5" wooden panel.  In addition to the stunning blonde mermaid, there is a lovely reef and some gorgeous fish.  I think whoever wins this painting will be lucky indeed!  

Happy Father's Day! Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel, June 18, Art Sketches Daily...

Happy Father's Day wishes from me at lisarusso.com.  

My dad loves the ocean, so that is why I have chosen this painting for this day...

"Reminders" Original 11"x14" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints, & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints are available on my website Here

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Perhaps she is a princess.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, 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 June.  This is day 18.

This is a rough sketch.  

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

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel, June 11 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She was a warm up sketch for another sketch I tried, I enjoyed sketching her headress.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, 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...

edit:  Jan wrote this lovely poem for her, thank you Jan.  Her blog is here to read more of her writings and see her beautiful art:
beautiful fairy angel fair
with your lovely headdress woven through your hair
lovely large eyes that sees all to be seen
mystical, magical, the fairy queen 👑


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in June.  This is day 11.

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/

Sketch of an Azalea Flower, June 4 Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of an azalea flower.  They are such pretty flowers, I think this is my first time sketching one.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it.


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

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/

Sketch of a Few Fancy Betta Fish Variations, Art Sketches Daily, May 27 + 28...

Here is a sketch of a couple of fancy betta fish.  They are the ones I've selected to be a mini solo painting and the other betta will be a friend to a goddess maiden mini painting...  I feel they still need a bit more reworking at this point, but they are getting closer.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is from day 27.  

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

Here is another sketch version of the fancy betta fish that will be a friend to a goddess maiden in a mini painting.  I've reworked it and I think it's getting closer to where I would like it to be; although there may still be some modifications though.  I'm also still working on getting the betta's maiden right...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 28.

This is a rough sketch.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Sketch of a Few Fancy Betta Fish, Art Sketches Daily, May 21...

Here is a sketch of a few betta fish.  I love betta fish, these are based on some of the fancy betta fish varieties.  Yesterday's were pet store bettas as mine was.  Betta fish are also known as Siamese fighting fish and male betta fish fight each other to the death; so in real life they must be kept apart, but in my sketches they are much more mellow...  I might do a mini painting of one of them and possibly also have one betta fish be a friend to a tiny goddess, but I may need to do some more sketches...


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 21.

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/

Happy Mother's Day & a Sketch of a Coneflower Flower, May 14, Art Sketches Daily...

Happy Mother's Day Wishes from this nesting dragon and from me at lisarusso.com!

The original painting is sold, but Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints are available Here

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Here is a sketch of a flower.  I believe it is a coneflower, but I'm not entirely sure, I just thought it had a sweetness to it that made it perfect for Mother's Day.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 14.  

This is a rough sketch.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of a Heron & a Big Eye Fairy Angel, May 6 & 7 Daily Sketches...

El Festival de las Flores at the Neutra Institute Gallery & Museum Show is closing today!  Alex and I will be there towards the end.  For more details, please visit here...

Here is a sketch of a heron.  I love the elegance of their long and sinuous necks.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is from day 6.  

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

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is looking upwards, at what I am not sure.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, 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 May.  This is day 7.

This is a rough sketch.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of a Dragonfly & Big Eye Fairy Angel, April 29 & 30 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a dragonfly.  They have such a delicate beauty.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 29.  

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

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  I wonder what she is looking at with her sideways stare and hint of a smile...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, 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 30.

This is a rough sketch.

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

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of a Big Eye Retro Angel Fairy, April 23 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a sweet smile and a retro look with her fluffy hair...  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 23.

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/

I was lucky to win Alexandra's Sunday Sketches giveaway!  My photo of the goodies is in this post.  Sunday sketches is a wonderful group of artists hosted by the talented and charming Alexandra.  It took me a while to join in the group because of how polished most of the sketches are compared to my rough sketches, but they're a wonderful and sweet group of people.

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...

Sketch of Peony Flower, Pug Dog & Big Eye Angel Fairy/ April 7, 8, & 9 Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of a peony flower.  I think it's the first time I've drawn one of these, they are such pretty flowers though.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it... 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 7.  

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

Here is a sketch of a pug.  I think they are adorable little dogs...  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it.

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

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a sweet curiousity...  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 9.

This is a rough sketch.

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

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Yesterday I posted some images from the Sketchbook West Show that I am a part of, if you'd like to see them they are here...

El Festival de las Flores at the Neutra Institute Gallery & Museum + Art Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel, April 2 Daily Sketches...

I have had my newest iris painting accepted to El Festival de las Flores at the Neutra Institute Gallery & Museum!  When I get it framed up and ready to go, I'll share a preview of the piece.  

Opening reception

Saturday, April 22 at 6 PM - 10 PM

Dulce Stein Presents at The Neutra

2379 Glendale Blvd 

Los Angeles, CA  90039

(323) 247-7113 

The event information is here

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has an alert expression and her hair has a charming quality...  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, 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 2.

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 a Rose & Big Eye Mermaid, March 25 + March 26 Daily Sketches #dailysketch...

Here is a sketch of a rose.  I love roses so much...  I think it may likely be for the hair of a maiden, I still need to sketch 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 from day 25.  

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

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her hair is swirling wildly underwater and she has a sweetness to her gaze...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be an angel fairy 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 26.

This is a rough sketch.

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

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

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 a Big Eye Mermaid, March 5 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her hair is windswept and her lips are parted as she sings.  I think she is most likely 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 5.

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 a Big Eye Fairy Angel & Angel Fairy, February 25 & 26 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has a serious expression that hints at something more and a skull barrette.  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 February.  This is from day 25.  

This is a rough sketch.  I am also participating in the February 29 Faces Challenge, this is face 26.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a sweet upwards glance and her hair is adorned with water lilies.  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be mermaid or a goddess.  This is my second time sketching her.  I'd like to paint her, but the sketch still isn't quite right, I need to go back to the drawing board...  

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in February.  This is day 26.  

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 the February 29 Faces Challenge, this is face 27. 

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

Art Sketch of a Big Eye Fairy Angel, February 19 Daily Sketches...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  I think she has a look of tender concern and her hair is adorned with roses.  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 February.  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 the February 29 Faces Challenge, this is face 19.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/