Happy Valentine's Day! Original Big Eye Gothic Goddess & Betta Fish Painting!

 

Happy Valentine's Day!  Hugs from me and betta fish kisses from Lovfina's friend.  I hope you have a wonderful day.

Happy International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Big Eye Fantasy Pirate Lass Sketch...

 

Ahoy scallywags, in honor o' International Talk Like a Pirate Day, I 'ave been workin' on this sketch 'o' a pirate lass.  I'm sorry 'tis been such a long while.

I hope ye 'ave an excellent Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Happy International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Big Eye Fantasy Pirate Lass Toned Drawing...

 

Ahoy scallywags, in honor o' International Talk Like a Pirate Day, I 'ave been workin' on this toned drawin' o' a pirate lass.  I hope t' be paintin' this pirate lass at some future point.

I hope ye 'ave an excellent Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Happy Halloween! Big Eye Fantasy Scarecrow Toned Drawing...

 

This big eye scarecrow and I would like to wish you a happy Halloween!

She's a toned drawing that I am working on.  I'd also like to make her into a painting, but I ran out of time for this year.  Although I do love Halloween all year long...

Happy LatinX Hispanic National Heritage Month! Big Eye Fantasy Angel Fairy Painting...

 

Dulzura and I would like to wish you a happy LatinX Hispanic National Heritage Month!

Happy International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Big Eye Fantasy Pirate Lass Toned Drawing...

 

Ahoy scallywags, in honor o' International Talk Like a Pirate Day, I 'ave been workin' on this toned drawin' o' a pirate lass.  It took me some time t' return t' this drawin' o' this lovely pirate lass, but now I reckon I 'ave her set t' rights.  Initially I'd planned a series o' pirate paintings, but I be nah sure if I be takin' this any further...

I hope ye 'ave an excellent Talk Like a Pirate Day!

Happy Juneteenth! Original Big Eye Black Garden Guardian Angel Fairy Fantasy Lowbrow Surreal Painting!

 

Happy Juneteenth from this big eye garden guardian and from me at lisabellarusso.com!

This is "Orchid Intrigue," an original big eye black garden guardian painting.  I painted it for Diversity and Inclusion: The Influence of African-American Art in Southern California at the Ontario Museum of Art Exhibit.  She has a blue hued orchid upon her head.  In some traditional African American gardens, blue bottles are hung as blue is considered a protective color.  She shares the depth of her emotions through her big luminous eyes.  This original painting is available as are art prints and LE ACEO prints, however I have yet to remove her from her frame add her to my website, but you may contact me if you're interested in her.  The art has a painterly lowbrow avant garde surreal feel.

Juneteenth just became a legal holiday this very year.  It is a celebration of the end of slavery in Texas and in favor of freedom throughout the land.  In my art, I strive to celebrate what is beautiful.  Freedom is so beautiful, I hope your day is amazing...

Snowy Night! Original Fantasy Unicorn Painting...

 

"Snowy Night" Original 7"x5" #Painting Sold, Open Edition 7"x5" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO LE Prints Here

I love June, there are unicorns everywhere!  It follows that I also love unicorns...  Their magical charms just draw me in.  I've painted a few unicorns, a couple of abstract fiery ones and this snow cooled big eyed white unicorn.  I definitely have more that I want to paint, they hold such a strong allure for me.

This month in addition to #Junicorn, Alex Ledante is also insisting it's #KaiJune, check out some of his outstanding art here for a totally different perspective!

Big Brown Eye Eyed Mermaid! Original Fantasy Painting on Porthole Frame...

 

"Looking In" Original 11"x11" #Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

In honor of the end of #mermay I am sharing another mermaid painting.  Although to be fair almost every month is mermay for me, I'm usually working on one mermaid painting or another.  These sirens of the deep fascinate me.  This sweet mermaid had big brown eyes and a starfish in her hair and is painted directly into a porthole frame.  The original painting is available, as are art prints and LE ACEO prints.

Happy National World Turtle Day! Blue Purple Mermaid with Sea Turtle & Fish Original Fantasy Painting...

 Happy National World Turtle Day!

"The Gift" Original 5"x7" #Painting NFS, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

It was quite some time ago, but I still remember it vividly.  I was visiting a marine aquarium and this large sea turtle came right up to the glass.  I took a photo or two, but mainly I was in awe.  That turtle is part of this fantasy mermaid painting.

Blue Purple Mermaid Basking in the Light for #Mermay & #throwbackthursday... Original Fantasy Painting

 

"Soft Light" Original 16"x20" Acrylic Painting NFS, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

In honor of #mermay and #throwbackthursday I am sharing what I think is my oldest mermaid painting that I have up on my website.  She is titled "Soft Light" and is caressed by defused light drifting through to where she basks.  In addition to her tail, she also has wings, giving her dominion over the sea and air.  I'm not sure where the original painting is hiding, but prints and LE ACEO prints are available.

Happy Earth Day Wishes! Big Eye Garden Guardian Fairy Iris Angel Original Painting...

 

Happy Earth Day Wishes from this big eye garden guardian fairy and from me at lisabellarusso.com!

"Iris Dream" Original 16"x20" Acrylic Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

I love this planet!  It's the only one we have and it is beautiful.  I try to do what's right for the earth as much as possible.  I hope you will enjoy my big eyed friend, I haven't worked on this series in a while, but I am feeling inspired by the beauty that surrounds me...

Happy Black History Month! Big Eye Original Garden Guardian Fairy Painting...

 

This big eyed garden guardian and I at lisabellarusso.com would like to wish you a Happy Black History Month.  

Original 16"x20" Garden Guardian Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Coming Soon to...

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It's the very tail end of Black History Month, but I'd still like to share this lovely maiden with you.  I painted her for the Diversity and Inclusion: The Influence of African-American Art in Southern California at the Ontario Museum of Art Exhibit.  When I did a little research, I found that it was traditional in Black History to put blue bottles in the garden to protect it.  I decided I wanted to paint one of my garden guardians for the show with a blue orchid as a connection to the protection of the blue bottles.

I haven't added her to my website yet, but when I do I will share the link. 

Happy Valentine's Day! Big Eye Gothic Heart Original Fairy Painting...

 

This big eyed gothic fairy would like to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day.  She has little hearts under her eyes and she has a deeply loving heart.  Happy Valentine's Day wishes from lisabellarusso.com too!

"Waterlily Enchantment" Original 16"x20" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

WIP Work in Progress Baby Yoda Grogu Inspired Original Painting...

 

In this original wip work in progress acrylic painting inspired by baby Yoda Grogu, I have completed the underpainting and I feel the background is finished as well.  I've started to add color to his ears, but I think one needs a more orange feeling and I'm debating on his hues of green for his face.  I meant to get him done for the Mandalorian, but now it's more of a May the Fourth backburner project...  This is where I am with him right now.  

This is a work in progress, but I also post finished pieces here as well if you'd like to come to visit!  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 New Year Zodiac animals (with the intention to add my muskox and some additional Zodiac animals on the first Tuesday of February) art plus some more; you may see them here.

Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas if you celebrate it! Big Eye Gothic Angel & Black Cat Original Painting...

 

This big eyed angel fairy and her cat and I send Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas wishes from lisabellarusso.com.  

"All Creatures Great and Small" Original 11"x14" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

I hope this holiday season is filled with joy, love, peace, and hope for you.  I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and also Christmas if you celebrate it.  I also hope everyone is staying safe and has a beautiful day.  

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 mermaids, angels, and more; you may see them here.  I meant to share some of my wintry Christmas pieces, but time slipped away from me...  There are some on my website though if you feel like a meander.

Feliz Día de los Muertos / Happy Day of the Dead! Big Eye Eyed Sugar Skull Calavera Original Painting...

Feliz Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead from this big eye sugar skull calavera and from me at lisabellarusso.com! 

"La Sonrisa" Original 8"x10" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

This is "La Sonrisa," an original big eye fantasy painting of a sugar skull inspired calavera.  There is some texture in the background. DDLD / DOTD is a celebration, initially of Mexican origin, that remembers those who are gone from us that we still hold in our hearts.  She has big brown eyes and long brown hair streaked with purple.  The art has a lowbrow surreal 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 is mixed with fall, Día de los Muertos, and Halloween art; you may see them here.

Featured Image "La Sonrisa"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

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

Happy Halloween! Big Eye Eyed Fairy Goddess Pumpkin Jack o' Lantern Original Painting...

 

Happy Halloween Wishes from this big eye fairy lass and from me at lisabellarusso.com!

"Hallofaerie" Original 11"x14" Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints here

This is "Hallofaerie," an original big eye fantasy painting of a fairy angel dressed up as a Greek or Roman goddess for Halloween.  She is standing next to her favorite fall jack o'lantern pumpkin.    She has big brown eyes and long brown hair.  The art has a lowbrow surreal feel...

I hope everyone has a safe and lovely holiday.

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 mixed with fall, Día de los Muertos, and Halloween art; you may see them here.

Featured Image "Hallofaerie"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

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

Big Eye Eyed Fantasy Scarecrow Halloween WIP Work in Progress Toned Drawing / Art Sketch Daily #dailysketch #draweveryday...

 

This is a project I have on the drawing board, in a manner of speaking.  This big eyed scarecrow might not be very scary...  Right now I'm working on a toned drawing of her.  It is a work in progress at this point.  I am still debating on how to handle her hair and I've yet to lay in any highlights...  I've also transferred her to a panel and I'm looking forward to putting some paint down on her in the not too distant future.

I was inspired by Camilla d'Errico's #Drawloween prompt list last year; although I didn't get very far, I'm hoping to get farther this year with this piece...

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 a selection of some of my Halloween and Dia de los Muertos / Day of the Dead art; you may see them here.

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.