the Fine Art and Ramblings of Lisabella Russo

  Meet "Waddle You Be Mine?"—my final new concept for the January Birbfest challenge. These two Little Blue Penguins (also known a...

  Today’s peek into the sketchbook features a study of the Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus). Some birds just demand to be drawn, a...

  As we gallop toward the Lunar New Year, I’m proud to reveal my latest piece: "Kindling the New Year." 2026 is the Year of the Fi...

  Here is the starting point for my 2026 Chinese New Year painting, titled "Kindling the New Year."  There is a powerful magic in ...

  Today’s peek into the sketchbook features a study of the Galah Cockatoo (Eolophus roseicapilla). There is something absolutely beguiling a...

  Today’s peek into the sketchbook features a study of the Dalmatian Pelican (Pelecanus crispus). As the largest member of the pelican famil...

  A Valentine for the dark at heart. "Meow-Mento Mori" explores the fragile chambers of affection on an anatomical heart panel. Fe...

  I’ve spent the last few days lost in the shadows and silk of this new piece. "Meow-Mento Mori" is finally finding her soul on th...

  Today we're looking at the Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus). This fluffy, feathered friend has the most charming face! Capturing his qu...

  Today’s peek into the sketchbook features a study of the Silver-eared Mesia (Leiothrix argentauris). When it comes to birds, I definitely ...