Happy Valentine's Day! Original Big Eye Gothic Goddess & Betta Fish Painting!

 

Happy Valentine's Day!  Hugs from me and betta fish kisses from Lovfina's friend.  I hope you have a wonderful day.

Original Big Eye Gothic Goddess & Betta Fish Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! Happy Valentine's Day...

Happy Valentine's Day!

"Lovfina" Original 4"x4" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Lovfina."  This big eye blue eyed gothic goddess with silver hair has a blue green gold betta fish friend.  It looks like he is going in for the kiss, so I thought he'd be perfect for Valentine's Day.  I love betta fish, I painted a blue one who shows up solo in another piece that I plan to share soon, but I've linked them in the link above if you can't wait...  They are some of my smallest paintings.  The art has a lowbrow fantasy surrealism feel to the style.  The original goddess and betta fish painting is available for on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints! 



Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is Chinese Zodiac Animals (although a Western dragon has sneaked in),  you may see them here.

Bonus Featured Image "Lovfina"
5"x7" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here


I'm a little early, but I'm going to try to join in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:
http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

Wrapping Up 3 Years of Posting Daily Sketches Big Eye Angels Fairies Mermaids Goddesses, Flowers, Animals, & More...

January 24-31 Sketches, Conclusion of Posting Daily Sketches

I did the 29 faces challenge five times before I decided to embark on a longer challenge.  On February 1st of 2016 I decided to start sketching daily.  Each subsequent month I renewed that challenge to myself.  Today, January 31st of 2019 marks the three year mark of sketching daily and sharing a sketch for every day.  They have been primarily rough sketches.  I plan to continue to sketch daily, but I've decided that from this point forward, I will share only a selection of the sketches. 

I may change my mind on this if I find myself faltering in my resolve to sketch daily without the challenge of sharing them, but at this point, I feel like the time spent scanning and resizing each and every sketch could be better spent.  I hope you have enjoyed my daily sketches and will continue to enjoy my featured sketches moving onward.  You may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

Here is a sketch of an daffodil.  This flower seems cheerful to me...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is from day 24.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a delicate intensity...  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 January. This is from day 25. 

This is a rough sketch

Here is a sketch of a petunia.  I love the flow of their lines...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

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

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a gentle sweetness...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, 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 January. This is from day 27. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of an amaryllis.  These flowers have such elegance...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

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

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has an inquisitive quality...  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 January.  This is from day 29.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a poppy.  This flower is of the icelandic variation...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in January.  This is from day 30.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a cautious expression.  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel 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 January. This is day 31.

This is a rough sketch.

Painting Touch Ups + Sketch of a Fairy Angel, Daffodil Flowers, & Big Eye Goddess / May 30-June 1 / Art Sketches Daily...

Every so often, I try to get organized.  As I was sorting my paintings, I came across five that needed touch ups.  These four are the ones I worked on this week.  They're now retouched and I will be changing how I store my paintings.  I had them stacked upon each other and some sections of the paint stuck.  Due to a wonderful gift of a bookshelf, I now have them upright with parchment paper between them.  Touch ups can be challenging, but I'm pleased to say these ones went well and these are back to being available.

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 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/

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May 30-June 1 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has some ringlets cascading down...  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 May. This is from day 30. 

This is a rough sketch.  

Here is a sketch of a cluster of daffodil flowers.  They have such a sweetness to them...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

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

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a quality of mystery.  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel 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 1.

This is a rough sketch.

Sketch of Rhododendron Flowers, Big Eye Fairy Angel, Amaryllis Flower, & Goddess / February 19-22 / Art Sketches Daily...

Here is a sketch of some rhododendron flowers.  The have a beautiful complexity in their petals...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this sketch or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

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

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 seems to have a curious nature...  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 20. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of an amaryllis flower.  I find their grace so lovely...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

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

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She seems to have a gentle compassion...  I think she is most likely a 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 February. This is day 22. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Original Valentine's Heart Paintings + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! February Sketches...

"Amidst the Sky" Original 5"x5" Painting here

"Dark Matters of the Heart" Original 5"x5" Painting here

"Heart of Darkness" Original 5"x5" Painting here

"Pink on Pink" Original 5"x5" Painting here

This week I am featuring four original heart paintings.  I love Valentine's Day, while I think we should celebrate the love we share for others all year long, I do think it's wonderful that we have a special day to honor those we love in our life...  These heart paintings look great together or apart.  The originals all have elements of texture.


Most of my art is also available on my website at lisarusso.com; however, on the first Tuesday of the month, I like to put some art prints and LE ACEO prints on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions...  This month, my theme is hearts; some of my hearts are abstract, some are connected to fairy angels, you may see them here.

A fun feature with these hearts is that there are some variations between the originals and the prints...

Featured Image "Amidst the Sky"
5"x7" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

Featured Image "Dark Matters of the Heart"
5"x7" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

Featured Image "Heart of Darkness"
5"x7" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

Featured Image "Pink on Pink"
5"x7" Open Edition print on Sale here
ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 on Sale here

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

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a sweet smile and her hair is blooming with flowers...  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel 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 February.  This is day 7.  

This is a rough sketch.  I am also participating in the February 29 Faces Challenge, this is face 7.

My Photograph of Yellow Roses at Descanso Gardens + January Sketches Art, Day 18 Sketch, Big Eye Goddess...

I took this photograph of these yellow roses at Descanso Gardens a while back.  I have a particular fondness for roses and these just grabbed me...  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 gothic maiden.  I think she has a depth to her gaze although one eye is hidden.  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel or 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 January.  This is day 18.

This is a rough sketch.

Art Package Delivered!

I just found out my package was delivered and C is pleased with her new art!  Thanks so much C!  I'm always so thrilled to find out that my art has arrived safely.  This is a quick shot I took as I was putting together the package.  There are the two original floral paintings, a couple of small fantasy thank you prints, and a card.  The original flower paintings are now sold; but, prints and LE ACEO prints of the cherry blossoms and tulip painting are available on my website as well as the originals, prints, and LE ACEO prints of the mermaid with clownfish friends and the goddess Athena Minerva and her little owl are available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com.

Mermaid Angel Fairy Big Eye Gothic Sketch Art + Abstract Angel Website Update...

Here is a sketch of a gothic big eye maiden who is looking upwards. I am not sure if she would like to be a mermaid, angel, fairy, or possibly a goddess; or some combination thereof.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her...  

"Earthen" Original 9"x12" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Earthen" is a one of my abstract angel paintings.  She is part of a series loosely inspired by Ted DeGrazia.  The piece has an abstract expressionist feel and gentle earth tones accented with blue.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

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!

My Photograph of a Spotted Squirrel & Calla Lily at Descanso Gardens & Angel Fairy Big Eye Gothic Sketch Art...

I took this photograph when I was visiting Descanso Gardens.  I spotted this spotted squirrel and thought he was adorable.  I also thought his tail was different than most squirrel tails.  My focus was on the squirrel, but there is also a calla lily in the foreground...  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!

Here is a sketch of a gothic big eye maiden who I am not sure if she will be a mermaid, angel, fairy, or possibly a goddess; or some combination thereof.  She has huge eyes and long flowing hair.  I think I'd like to paint her, but I'm not sure yet of so many potential details...