Friday, June 8, 2018

Lovely Iris Dancer -Paint Party Friday


I adore the Iris--when I was a girl they grew everywhere.  They were velvety petaled, in rich colors of blue, gold and red.  To celebrate this lovely flower, I drew this Iris Dancer as she twirls through my garden, celebrating those long summer days with her dance.

Above is my lovely reference model Jessica.  You can find her inspiring photography at Faestock. She's a very talented young lady who tells stories with her poses. 

Thank you for dropping by.  Your visits truly make my day! May the joy of summertime dance fill your hearts, dear ones.  Happy Paint Party Friday!





20 comments:

denthe said...

Another lovely drawing! Thanks for the link to your reference photo, that's a wealth of material! Have a lovely summerday!

NatureFootstep said...

I love the way you use the model to create yoru art. It is amazing.

I agree with you Iris is a fine flower. Comes in many colors. I saw one last week all white. And the largest I have seen. So beautiful.

carol l mckenna said...

She is divine and so well illustrated ~ such creativity!

Happy Weekend to you,
A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

Christine said...

She is lovely as is your model!

Gillena Cox said...

Stunning Beth!. Luv this composition

Happy PPF

much♥️love

DVArtist said...

Hi Beth. This is stunning both your art and the dancer. I am always so impressed with your art. Have a great weekend.

Linda Kunsman said...

your model is so beautiful as is your drawing inspired by her. Happy PPF!

Robin said...

Your drawing is just as gorgeous as your model. Such detail...beautiful! Happy PPF! Have a Wonderful Week! Hugz, Rasz

sirkkis said...

Iris is a beautiful flower and so is your model and the drawing of yours. Nice idea!
Happy weekend 💕🌼

John R said...

Another beautiful drawing. Well done.

Katie Jeanne said...

So pretty..your drawing and model. Hope you're having a great weekend. :)

Cindy Dauer said...

So pretty! Irises have been blooming for a couple weeks here in northern Illinois. My favorite is almost like a flame colored yellow and orange-brown one.

Jennifer Rose said...

very pretty :) would love to see what it would look like coloured :)

SandeeNC said...

Beautiful rendition, I'll check out the link! Thanks

BLOGitse said...

I agree with others, your model as well as your art, both beautiful!
I checked her pics..different kind of selfies, great collection.
Have a good week!

SLScheibe said...

That's such a pretty drawing! I really love the foliage in the background. Gorgeous!

Soma @ inkTorrents.com said...

Iris is one of my favourite flowers. Lovely drawing! I also love the detailed background.

-Soma

Lisabella Russo said...

What a lovely piece, I love irises as well.

https://linsartyblobs.blogspot.com said...

Lovely drawing, I adore iris's too.

Nordljus said...

Beautiful drawing, and thanks for the link, what a wonderful source!