Original Snow White Fairytale Fairy Tale Fantasy Lowbrow Surreal Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! HELLO KITTY 45th Anniversary Group Show (Closed Show) III

"Sneewittchen" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas Here

We've been watching some of the fairytales on Disney+, Snow White was one of them; and so my featured painting is "Sneewittchen." She is inspired by the Grimms' fairy tale Snow White. "Sneewittchen" translates to Snow White from German as written back when it was published. Her dark hair is adorned with water lilies, her skin is ever so pale, and her lips a brilliant red. The art has a lowbrow surreal feel. The original big eye gothic fairytale painting is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisabellarusso.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 includes angels as well as some additional art, you may see them here.

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HELLO KITTY 45th Anniversary Group Show (Closed Show) III

Corey Helford Gallery  

JUNE 29 - AUGUST 3, 2019 

I love Hello Kitty and I love art, so this show was a perfect storm of love for me!  Some of my favorite artists had works in the show and I was introduced to some new artists as well.  I photographed most of the show, so it will be a while until I've rezised and shared my pictures, but I hope you will enjoy them as they come along.

In some cases I have photos of me with the art as part of my #withtheart series of photographs.  For this show, my wonderful and talented mother made me a solo Hello Kitty crochet doll as well as a hat with multiple figures!  I hope you will enjoy them as well.

Lisabella Russo (me) with CRUSH by Sasha Ira #withtheart

CRUSH by Sasha Ira

HELLO KITTY KANNON, GODDESS OF MERCY AND WISDOM by Martin Hsu

HELLO KITTY KANNON, GODDESS OF MERCY AND WISDOM by Martin Hsu Close Up

HELLO TO THE KITTY by Albert Reyes

MELLOW KITTY by Oliver Hibert

RISKY KITTY (NEON) by Risk

MAGIC MAKER, MAKE YOUR MAGIC by Brandi Milne

OK KITTY by Jesus Aguado

SPLATTER KITTY by Yoko D'Holbachie

WHO IS THE CUTEST GIRL? by Victor Castillo

I thought this one tied in nicely with my Snow White painting...

To see more paintings from the show, please visit here.

Happy Fairytale Day Wishes from the Little Mermaid! WIP Little Red Ridinghood Work in Progress...

Happy Fairytale Day Wishes from this big eye redheaded mermaid and from me at lisabellarusso.com!

"The Little Mermaid" Original 11"x14" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

I love fairytales!  Here is one of my paintings inspired by the Little Mermaid (I also love mermaids).  She has two seahorse friends and is part of my ongoing fairy tale series.

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WIP Little Red Ridinghood Work in Progress

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye little red riding hood I've mostly finished her underpainting.  Fairytales hold a strong allure for me.  In this piece, I'm focused on her face.  I've completed her hair and have started work on the overpainting of her hood and ribbon.  Next will come some final shading and highlights for her eyes. 

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" panel in acrylics... 



This is a work in progress, but you also may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

Original Water Lily Waterlily Flower Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! WIP Work in Progress Big Eye Little Red Riding Hood...

"Zen Waterlily" Original 7"x5" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Zen Waterlily."  I've been thinking that it has been a while since I've shared one of my flower pieces, I love to paint flowers.  This pink and yellow water lily is a favorite of mine.  The art has a painterly realist impressionist feel.  The original water lily floral acrylic painting is available as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisabellarusso.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; you may see them here.

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WIP Work in Progress Big Eye Little Red Riding Hood

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye little red riding hood I've mostly finished her underpainting.  Fairytales hold a strong allure for me.  In this piece, I'm focused on her face.  I've been working on her eyes and skin tones, next I will start working on the overpainting of her hair.  

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" panel in acrylics...  

This is a work in progress, but you also may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

Happy Thanksgiving! Zen Waterlily Water Lily Pink Flower Original Painting & WIP Work in Progress Big Eye Little Red Riding Hood...

Happy Thanksgiving wishes from me to you.  I am thankful for so much.  I hope you have a beautiful day.  

"Zen Waterlily" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

This is "Zen Waterlily," an original pink water lily painting.  I love to see and paint flowers, they have such a delicate grace.  The art has a painterly realist impressionist feel...

Most of my art is also available on my website at lisabellarusso.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 mermaid art; you may see them here.

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Little Red WIP Work in Progress

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye little red riding hood I've been working on her underpainting.  Fairytales hold a strong allure for me.  In this piece, I'm focused on her face.  I've made her bangs a little bit longer and I'm continuing to work on the underpainting.  Although I'm not done with them, I've also added a bit of color to her eyes just for fun.  

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" panel in acrylics...  

This is a work in progress, but you also may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

WIP Work in Progress Big Eye Little Red Riding Hood Original 8"x10" Acrylic Painting Fairytale...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye little red riding hood I've completed the background am working on the underpainting.  Fairytales hold a strong allure for me.  In this piece, I'm focused on her face.  I think I'm going to make her bangs a little bit longer and do the underpainting of the ribbon and then decide if I need to go any further with the overall underpainting before I proceed to layering colors.  

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" panel in acrylics...  

This is a work in progress, but you also may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

WIP Big Eye Little Red Riding Hood Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketches of Big Eye Angels Fairies Maidens & Flowers / August 1-3 / Art Sketch Daily...

For the month of August I will be offering a free random rough sketch included with any original art order on my website lisarusso.com!  I plan on making some adjustments in pricing and content on my website, so now is an excellent time to take a look...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of a big eye little red riding hood I am working on the background.  I've done a couple of layers and I'll likely be doing a glazing layer before I move forward.  Fairytales hold a strong allure for me.  In this piece, I'm focused on her face.  I'm planning on trying to do an underpainting on her face and hood before I begin in color.  

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" panel in acrylics...  

This is a work in progress, but I also usually post at least one finished piece on Tuesdays if you'd like to come to visit!

I'm joining in this week with Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

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August 1-3 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a wary expression...  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 August. This is from day 1. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of two fuchsia flowers.  They have a delicate beauty...  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 August.  This is from day 2.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a gentleness...  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 August. This is day 3. 

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Snow White Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + May Sketches, Sketch 22, Snapdragon Flower...

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've completed her flowers.  All that remains is the highlights in her eyes and she will be complete.  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair is inspired by Snow White.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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.

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Here is a sketch of snapdragon flowers.  Snapdragons were one of my favorite flowers when I was a child, they are such a charming flower both in name and in beauty.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 22.  

This is a rough sketch. 

WIP Big Eye Snow White Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + May Sketches, Sketch 15, Fawn Deer...

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've been working on her flowers.  I am very close to being done, but for some reason I have shaded the flowers opposite of her face, so it's back to the drawing board or rather painting board in this case...  Worry not, I have not forgotten the highlights in her eyes, this time I am leaving them for last.  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair is inspired by Snow White.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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.

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Here is a sketch of a young deer.  The fawn's horns have just begun to grow.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is from day 15.  

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Snow White Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + May Sketches, Sketch 5, Rose... Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've been working on her shading.  I've also added some wispies to her hair.  Next comes the flowers.  Worry not, I have not forgotten the highlights in her eyes, this time I am leaving them for last.  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair is inspired by Snow White.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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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Here is a sketch of a rosebud.  In honor of Cinco de Mayo I sketched it in red colored pencil.  I love roses so much, my grandparents had the most amazing garden with such beautiful flowers!  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in May.  This is day 5.  

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Big Eye Snow White Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 20 & 21, Rose & Green Sea Turtle...

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've been working on her hair.  It is darker now and has some highlights, but I am not yet done.  I need to add some wispies and possibly some more glazing.  After which I will work on some shading on her blouse and then comes the flowers...  Worry not, I have not forgotten the highlights in her eyes, this time I am leaving them for last.  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair is inspired by Snow White.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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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I received a beautiful package in the mail last week.  I was the lucky winner of Alexandra Macvean's Sunday Sketches giveaway.  Alexandra is a wonderful and charming illustrator and hosts Sunday Sketches on Sundays.  I think sketches are one of the strongest foundations and it is a delight to see the art that is shared there.  If you haven't already visited or been a part of Sunday Sketches, I highly recommend paying a visit to http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/.

Thanks so much Alexandra for the lovely gifts and the sweet kindness you always exude!

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Here is a sketch of a rose.  I had Shakespeare running through my head as I sketched this...  "What's in a name? that which we call a rose By any other name would smell as sweet"  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it... 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 20.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of an green sea turtle.  I love turtles, they look very wise to me.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.

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

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Big Eye Fairy Angel Water Lily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches / Sketch 13 + 14 / Calla Lily & Arctic Fox...

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've been working on her hair.  This is just an underpainting, her hair will be much darker when I'm done and will also have some highlights...  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair will be Snow White when she's complete.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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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Here is a sketch of a calla lily.  I love the elegant form of calla lilies, they are one of my favorite flowers.  Although I seem to have a lot of favorites, flowers are so lovely.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it... 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is from day 13.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of an arctic fox.  I think he has such a sweet expression.  I'm unsure if I'll paint him or not, but I did enjoy sketching him.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 14.  

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Fairy Angel Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 10, Peony Flower

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've blocked in her dress and worked on some details of her features.  This is a very mini update, my time has been a little scattered lately...  I am looking forward to starting on her hair, then I'll revisit some of the shading of her dress and perhaps her face.  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair will be Snow White when she's complete.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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.

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Here is a sketch of a peony flower.  I had so much fun with the first one, I decided to try a second one.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it... 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 10.  

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Fairy Angel Waterlily Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 3, Wisteria Flowers...

In this original work in progress WIP big eye maiden painting I've made progress on her skin tones.  I've also worked on her eyebrows, eyelashes, and lips...  This fairytale angel fairy with water lilies in her hair will be Snow White when she's complete.

This big eyed beauty is on an 8"x10" canvas in acrylics.  

This is a work in progress, but 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.

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Here is a sketch of a large grouping of wisteria flowers.  I've been wanting to sketch these flowers for a while.  They are more options for a fairy angel's hair, I think I have enough now to begin putting together possibilities for one of the maidens I need flowers for... 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in April.  This is day 3.  

This is a rough sketch.

Original Big Eye Gothic Snow White Painting + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! August Sketches...

"Apple of My Eye" Original 11"x14" Painting on Canvas Here

This week my featured painting is "Apple of My Eye". The original big eye gothic Snow White painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  This gothic beauty has big green eyes and is standing with some lovely apples that are completely safe for her to eat. It is one of my favorite fairy tales. The art has a lowbrow surreal feel... 

Most of my art is also available on my website at www.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 cute and fluffy animals with Little Bo Peep as their chaperone, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

http://www.create-with-joy.com/

Here is a sketch of a water lily.  At this point it is just the bud, full of potential.  Water lilies are a favorite flower of mine.  I'm unsure if I'll paint it or not, but I did enjoy sketching it.

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in August.  This is day 9.   

This is a rough sketch.

The Sweeter Side of Artist Alex Ledante...

Here is a custom piece by artist Alex Ledante, it was made as a gift.  There is a beautiful fairy lass touching the nose of a bear; what a sweet fairytale Alex has composed...  She has lovely violet accents against a gorgeous forest and the bear is filled with wonder.  This is a scan of the print, actual colors are even more rich and beautiful.  His website is here and his facebook page is here.  He also runs weekly auctions here.  This is the sweeter side of The Darker Side of Passion...

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

Art Sketch of a Big Eye Belle Fairy Tale Fairytale...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  I think she looks a little like Belle of Beauty and the Beast.  A girl with her nose in a book is very relateable to me...  I think she is most likely a fairytale fairy tale femme; although she could also be a fairy angel, mermaid, or goddess.  I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.


This is a rough sketch.  You may see some of my finished paintings at http://www.lisarusso.com if you'd like.

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:
http://bluechairdiary.blogspot.com/

My Gothic Big Eye Snow White Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Apple of My Eye" Original 11"x14" Painting here

8"x10" Open Edition print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Apple of My Eye," an original painting of Snow White.  This gothic beauty has big green eyes and is standing with some lovely apples that are completely safe for her to eat.  It is one of my favorite fairy tales.  The art has a lowbrow surreal feel...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here  this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of fairytales and myths.  

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to put some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have been updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  I still have more to add, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

After the auction, "Apple of My Eye" will be available on my website here.

My Snow White Big Eye Fantasy Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Apple of My Eye" Original 11"x14" Painting here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

I am listing "Apple of My Eye," an original gothic Snow White with some princess friendly apples.  She has big green eyes and the original has hair touched with a copper iridescence.  I was trying to complete my large white water lilies painting for today, but I'm not quite done with them, hopefully I will have the painting ready to share next Tuesday...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here  this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of fairytales and myths...

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I am working on.

After the auction, "Apple of My Eye" will be available on my website here.

Original Big Green Eyed Snow White Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs!

This Week "Apple of My Eye" Original 11"x14" Painting here

8"x10" print here

ACEO 2.5"x3.5" Limited Edition LE 1st of 25 here

Here is "Apple of My Eye" a gothic big eye Snow White with a flower tiara.  She has huge green eyes and pale skin and is standing with princess friendly apples...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here with a theme of myths and fairytales.  This week, they're running Wednesday to Wednesday.  I apologize for not having anything new this week, with my headaches I haven't done much more this week than glance longingly at my paints.

Most of my art is also available on my website at http://www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to offer some art on ebay at a lower promotional start rate for the duration of the auctions...  I have started at updating and adding payment buttons to my website.  It's a very slow project, but one I hope to focus on.