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I thought I would try to stretch myself and try my hand at something a little more inventive. I signed up for a swap called Colorful Funky Whimsy People over at atcsforall.com. I really had a hard time with it. I sat down and realized how rusty my imagination is. I was fairly tempted to withdraw from the swap, but I stuck with it. I’m so glad I did. This is the first drawing I have done in ages without some sort of reference. After throwing away a few cards I really hit my stride and came up with these drawings. My favorite is the lady with the glasses and the cheetah-patterned hat.
6 responses so far ↓
Sherry // October 7, 2008 at 4:28 pm |
These are really fresh and sassy. It looks like you’re having fun!
Morganna // October 7, 2008 at 10:05 pm |
They are so fun, and full of personality! Good work!
Cathy // October 14, 2008 at 11:10 pm |
You have captured whimsey to a T here Mellanie. I think that is my favourite too. Love the bright, vivid colours you have used. I admire you for stepping outside your comfort zone too.
Jennifer Roberson Williams // November 1, 2008 at 8:14 am |
These are too cute! I love the colors you used. The captured the middle woman’s personality very well.
genxster // November 3, 2008 at 10:56 pm |
Thanks everyone! I’m glad you like these! I’m thinking about doing a leopard-skin pill box hat series. My husband the Bob Dylan fan suggested it. I don’t know though…
You Know Who // November 21, 2008 at 6:23 am |
Do it girl! These are super fun!