Kitty and Me -Guest Heart Thursday

Here is another doodle from the past couple of days.  I have always been known deep down, that cats have hidden wings.  This was even before the famous children's books about kitten wings.  Here you see a faery and her best buddy.  I wonder what mischief they are up to?  Of course there is a hidden heart in this graphite drawing.  

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.
 

Golden Girl -Guest Heart Thursday

Monday's heartbreaking events put a sad blue pall over this week.  I was prompted to share this Golden Girl--a bit of sunshine, breaking through the clouds.

You may recognize one of the faces I love to draw.  This girl is as beautiful and sunny in real life, as she is in this drawing--she is one of my adopted daughters.

Yes, there are hidden hearts in this piece.  May your day be filled with unexpected hope.

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.
 

Monday's Angel

I was out taking pictures of the amazing storm clouds this afternoon, when I caught sight of an angel in the sky.  After today's tragic terrorist attack during the Boston Marathon, I was deeply touched to see her floating there.

Above you see the angel as I first saw her.

We have many friends in that fair city.  Our prayers are with them.  I thank God for His protection of those who survived the bombing.  May He give healing to those who were injured and comfort to the families who have lost their dear ones.  I can't even begin to imagine how they must feel... 

Butterfly Buddy -Guest Heart Thursday

A dear friend of mine took a wonderful photo of her collie dog.  I've always loved collies--ever since I watched Lassie as a little girl.  I could not resist drawing a picture of my friend's dog--with, of course, a bit of whimsey.  (grin)  And yes, there are hearts to be found!

Happy Guest Heart Thursday!

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Face in the Clouds

This is a cloud painting I did in January 2012--little realizing what heartache the coming year held in its grasp.  This painting reminded me of one of the Psalms of King David.

God, You are my God;

I shall seek You earnestly;

My soul thirsts for You,

I yearn for You in a dry and weary land

Where there is no water.

Thus I have beheld You in the sanctuary

To see Your power and Your glory.

Because Your loving kindness is better than life,

My lips will praise You,

So I will bless You as long as I live.

I will lift up my hands in Your name.

...For You have been my help

And in the shadow of Your wings

My soul clings to You;

Your right hand upholds me.

~ Psalm 63:1-5, 7 

A Psalm of David

When there is nothing left to hang onto...

God is there.

I have felt melancholy at times...a little lost.  I am sure it has a lot to do with Dad's death.  I was my Daddy's girl always.  Tears seem close to the surface especially in the evenings.  How grateful I am to God--He holds me safe beneath the soft shadow of His wings.  His Shadow overshadows life's shadows.

I wanted to share the original cloud picture from which I created the painting above.  You can see it below.

 As you can see--I didn't have to do much enhancement of what was already there.

I'm putting this up for Guest Heart Thursday--as there are several hearts to be found.

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Let's Get THIS One!

I know this drawing has a Christmas theme, but I could not resist putting it up.  It is a commission I've been working on for some time, and it is finally done!  As soon as I am finished matting and framing the picture, it will be on its way to its new home.

The story behind it, is really cute.  Brother and sister have been sent to choose a Christmas tree and bring it back home on the sled.  Little sister is trying to talk big brother into getting the really BIG tree!   And, since this happens each and every Christmas, her brother is laughing.  This is a treasured memory they both share and enjoy very much.

The lady and her brother are in their 80's now.  I was able to capture their likenesses using pictures of the two of them when they were young.  I did a lot of face studies in order to recreate that special moment.  I'm so excited to send it to them! 

Have a lovely day! 

Look Up -Guest Heart Thursday

This is a doodle from earlier this year.  Of course, you can see this is the dear girl who's face I love to draw.  There is a heart hidden in this drawing.  Can you find it?

Happy Guest Heart Thursday!

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Angel in my Garden -Guest Heart Thursday

This is a pen and ink I drew in early 2002.  She is the angel in my garden--one can find her guarding an ivy covered corner near the old tree house.  Of course, there are hearts hidden throughout this drawing.

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The Egg is Mine -Guest Heart Thursday

This is Toez the Polydactyl Cat.  She lives in my house and invades every part of my life--including the pages of my sketchbook.

Often as I draw, she insinuates herself onto my lap--whereupon she places her furry little chin on the table to purr with great gusto.  With an occasional attempt to capture my pen, she delights to "watch" my progress.

As you might imagine, her antics keep us thoroughly entertained.

Happy Guest Heart Thursday!

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Angel Blanket

I was talking with Mom this morning--she told me she believes I should be doing more cloud paintings.  She says she was given a special word about it.  It has been a LONG time since I've posted one of my sky art pieces.  Since Dad had his stroke last October and left us for heaven in November, I haven't spent much time cloud painting--I kind of lost heart.  In honor of my lovely Mumsie and Dad, I shall begin to paint clouds again.

I took the above photo over the back fence--truly, as you can see, I didn't need to add much to this lovely angel.

Have a lovely day today, sweet Friends.

Mommy's Laughing -Guest Heart Thursday

There is nothing so lovely as the laughter shared between Mom and child.  That early bond is so very precious and they grow up quickly.  Enjoy every moment you can.  Of course, there are hearts hidden in this drawing!  Have a fabulous day!

Happy Guest Heart Thursday!

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Pink Spring -Guest Heart Thursday

This is a little watercolor I painted when my niece was here for a visit.  Watercolor is so much fun with a six-year old!  Of course, I have hidden a few hearts in this tiny piece of art.  It is only 2.5x3.5 inches big!
 
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Queen of Hearts -Guest Heart Thursday

I have had a high fever for nearly five days.  So, since I'm down with the flu, I've been doodling--this one I drew especially for my Sissy and for Guest Heart Thursday.  I find that when I am in pain, or not feeling well, when I doodle I'm nearly totally distracted from how bad I feel.  I've been doing a LOT of doodling lately.  

Happy Guest Heart Thursday and have a lovely day, everyone!

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Toez Gets Bellz -Guest Heart Thursday

I painted this little 2.5x3.5 inch picture of Toez the Polydactyl Cat, when she was full on cute in kittenhood.  She has learned to use those wonderful mitten paws of hers just like a human does.  Even as I type this she is sneaking between me and the keyboard to nestle herself in such a way that typing can become difficult!!  (meow)

Here's a picture of our tiny Toez the day she came home.  Isn't she just darling?   (grin) As you can see, she was totally irresistible!

And she STILL is!  Even though she's since grown to the size of a small bobcat.  

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.
 

Leaning on Her Harley

At the request of a friend of mine, who wanted to see this piece, I'm posting a picture of one of my first big commissioned pieces.  I apologize for the unevenness in the photo--it was really hard to get the coloring right with my camera!

It took almost eight months of preliminary drawings--when I was finally finished, it was HUGE.  I mailed it off in a box 45x36x5 inches!  Under separate cover, I included a smaller version, matted and framed, along with a hand-bound book, which included all the preliminary sketches.

It was lovely to work on such an extensive project with a person who knew exactly what he wanted.  It was an amazing experience.

Have a lovely day, everyone!

Valentine Doodles -Guest Heart Thursday

This is an odd little watercolor doodle I painted when my little niece was visiting.

We had SO much fun that afternoon.  Everyone should have the chance to paint pictures with a five-year old!  (grin)

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!  Joy, peace and love to each of you.

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Blue Green Forest -Guest Heart Thursday

This winter has been especially hard.  With the long, rainy, gray days of winter in the Pacific Northwest this season, I find myself longing for green woodlands and spring flowers.  I have seen some amazing pictures of bluebells carpeting the forest floor and was inspired.  Hence the bluebells beneath spring green leaves.

Yes, this Blue Green Forest has hidden hearts, but something else is there.  Can you see it?

Have a lovely day, everyone!

For more heart art, photography and altogether fabulous heart stuff from around the world, visit Clytie at Random Hearts for Guest Heart Thursday.