Bunny Love! Annie Stegg Gerard's Spring Sale Until April 28th...

 

One of my favorite artists is Annie Stegg Gerard and she's having a Spring Sale in her shop https://www.gallerygerard.com/store until April 28th.  I bought these two bunny prints and a set of her dragon postcards.  The prints were shipped flat and signed at no additional cost.  She's the most incredible artist, if you have a chance, take a look...  

Happy Chinese Lunar New Year! Original Bunny Rabbit Oil Painting...

 

In honor of Chinese Lunar New Year, I have painted this tiny bunny rabbit painting.  The panel measures 4"x4"!  I hope your new year is festive and full of good fortune...

Happy Easter Wishes From This Sweet Bunny Rabbit and I...

Happy Easter Wishes from this bunny and from me at lisabellarusso.com if you celebrate Easter!

"Ode to Spring" Original Painting Sold, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

It's a different kind of holiday this year...  I hope you are staying safe regardless and have a wonderful hoppy happy Easter if you celebrate it!  I love bunnies so much, I hope you will enjoy this bunny friend.   

Original Winter Bunny Rabbit Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! WIP Chocolate Labrador Lab Puppy Dog Work in Progress...

"Snowy Bunny" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas here

This week my featured painting is "Snowy Bunny," an original white winter hare painting.  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This is one of my favorite paintings, it is perfect for a white Christmas even if you never see snow or actually anytime of year...  This original rabbit painting is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  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 is winter and Christmas, you may see them here.

Featured Image "Snowy Bunny"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

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

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WIP Chocolate Labrador Lab Puppy Dog Art Original Painting Work in Progress...

In this original wip work in progress acrylic painting of a chocolate labrador, I have finished the underpainting of the dog.  In the bottom portion, I have started to work up the final colors a bit.  The panel that I'm painting on is 8"x10" although the original is spoken for.  I will release prints at some point in the future.  

This is a work in progress, but I also post finished pieces here as well if you'd like to come to visit!  You also may see some of my finished paintings at lisabellarusso.com if you'd like.

Original Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Painting! Art Prints & ACEO Prints! October 6-10 Sketches, Sketch Art Daily...

"Maximillion" Original 10"x8" Painting on Panel here

This week my featured painting is "Maximillion," an original grey lionhead rabbit painting.  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This rabbit's photo reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  This original rabbit painting is available on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel... 

Most of my art is also available on my website at 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 Halloween and Dia de los Muertos / Day of the Dead, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

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

Edit 10/12: I've ran out of time to do a separate post for PPF today, so I am sharing this completed painting.

I may not be able to do a separate post on Friday, so I may link to this post for Paint Party Friday.  To see more participants, please visit:

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/

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October 6-10 Sketches

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She seems to be pondering a matter of great depth.  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel or a mermaid.  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 October. This is from day 6. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of begonia blossoms.  These flowers have such a diversity of shapes...  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 September.  This is from day 7.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is charming with flowers in her hair...  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 September. This is day 8. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a blanket flower.  They have such a vibrance that is difficult to convey with pencils, but still their form is quite lovely...  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 September.  This is from day 9.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has an inquisitive quality...  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 October.  This is day 10.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Original Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! March 14-27 Sketches Update...

"Maximillion" Original 8"x10" Painting on Panel here

This week my featured painting is "Maximillion," an original grey lionhead rabbit painting.  At this time of year, I think of bunnies a bit more thank usual, but not by much...  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This rabbit's photo reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  This original rabbit painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel...


Most of my art is also available on my website at 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 maidens with flowers, you may see them here.

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

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March 14-27 Update

I am returned from being out of town.  I did manage to sketch daily while I've been away, but this is a much larger group of sketches than I normally share at one time as a result of that, I hope that you will enjoy them...

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a gentle charm...  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 March. This is from day 14. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of an African daisy.  They have a simple 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 March.  This is from day 15.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of some dogwood blossoms.  I'm not sure if I've quite captured them, I may try this one again...  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 March.  This is from day 16.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a cautiuous gaze...  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 March. This is from day 17. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a daylily.  I love lilies...  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 March.  This is from day 18.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is surrounded by veils...  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel 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 March. This is from day 19. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a sweet joyfulness...  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 March. This is from day 20. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a zinnia flower in full bloom.  I was a bit intimidated by the multitude of petals, but once I started, I quite enjoyed sketching this blossom...  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 March.  This is from day 21.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has an expression of surprise...  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 March. This is from day 22. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of some flowering tobacco.  I found them quite charming...  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 March.  This is from day 23.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a somewhat haunted quality...  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel 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 March. This is from day 24. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a quality of intensity...  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 March. This is from day 25. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a hibiscus.  I enjoyed the close up view...  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 March.  This is from day 26.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is wearing a dashing hat...  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 March. This is day 27. 

This is a rough sketch.

Original Winter Bunny Rabbit Painting + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! December Sketches...

"Snowy Bunny" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas here

This week my featured painting is "Snowy Bunny," an original white winter hare painting.  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This is one of my favoritie paintings, it is perfect for winter even if you never see snow or actually anytime of year...  This original rabbit painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel... 

Most of my art is also available on my website at 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 mermaids and mermaid friends, you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

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

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Here is a sketch of a tulip.  I also have spring on the mind...  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 December.  This is from day 25.  

This is a rough sketch.

 Here is a sketch of another tulip.  They're such charming 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 December.  This is day 26. 

This is a rough sketch.

My Photograph of a Bunny Rabbit at Huntington Gardens + June Sketches Art, Day 7 Sketch, Mermaid...

I took this photograph of this bunny rabbit at Huntington Gardens.  He was hiding amongst the flowers so sweetly.  I hope that you will enjoy this photo! 

I love to paint animals, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her hair is windswept and she has a sweet yet wary gaze.  I think she is most likely a mermaid, although she could also be a goddess or a fairy angel.  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 June.  This is day 7.

This is a rough sketch.  

Original Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! June Sketches...

"Maximillion" Original 8"x10" Painting on Panel here

This week my featured painting is "Maximillion," an original grey lionhead rabbit painting.  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This rabbit's photo reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  This original rabbit painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel... 

Most of my art is also available on my website at 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 some of my animals, you may see them here.   There is also an angel who was a bonus auction from last month...

Featured Image "Maximillion"

8"x10" Open Edition print on Sale here

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

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

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

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She looks as if she is about to impart a gem of wisdom.  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 June.  This is day 6.

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Magician's Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Art Original Painting Work in Progress + May Sketches, Sketch 11, Big Eye Fairy Angel...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting I've started work on the bunny's fur, it still needs more attention before I move on to the hat.  Ah fluffity fluff fluff fluff... The rabbit's name is Maximillion and the reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  There is also the magic hat, but that will come later.  I know I've painted a quite a few bunny paintings, but I love rabbits so, I think there's always room to add another member to my fluffle...  

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 won't have the opportunity to post on Friday, so I'm posting my work in progress a bit earlier than usual.

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 big eyed maiden.  She seems to have a gentle pout as she thinks of something yet to be resolved.  I think she is most likely a fairy angel, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 May.  This is day 11.

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Magician's Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Art Original Painting Work in Progress + May Sketches, Sketch 1, Big Eye Angel Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting I've painted the background for a magician's lionhead rabbit and started with the bunny.  I need to do an underpainting and then the fluffiness gets serious...  The rabbit's name is Maximillion and the reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  There is also the magic hat, but that will come later.  I know I've painted a quite a few bunny paintings, but I love rabbits so, I think there's always room to add another member to my fluffle...  

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 big eyed gothic maiden.  She has charming pigtails and a determined expression...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 May.  This is day 1.

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Magician's Lionhead Bunny Rabbit Art Original Painting Work in Progress + April Sketches, Sketch 17, Big Eye Angel Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting I am a couple of layers in on the curtain behind a magician's lionhead rabbit.  The rabbit's name is Maximillion and the reference is courtesy of his person David Reeves Payne.  I still have quite a ways to go on the background before I get to the bunny though...  There is also the magic hat, but that will come much later.  I know I've painted a quite a few bunny paintings, but I love rabbits so, I think there's always room to add another member to my fluffle...  

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 big eyed anime maiden.  She has an expression of kindness and wears a rose choker...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 April.  This is day 17.

This is a rough sketch.  

Happy Easter Wishes & Art Sketch of a Big Eye Angel Fairy, April 16 Daily Sketches...

Happy Easter Wishes from this bunny and from me at www.lisarusso.com if you celebrate Easter!

If interested...  

"Ode to Spring" Original Painting Sold, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She might be wondering if she hid the eggs well enough...  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 April.  This is day 16.

This is a rough sketch.  

I am also participating in Sunday Sketches.  To view more Sunday Sketches, please visit:

http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/

My beautiful package from Alexandra at Sunday Sketches arrived, thanks so much Alexandra!  I'll try to post a photo of the lovely goodies on Friday...

My Photograph of a Bunny Rabbit at Descanso Gardens + December Sketches Art, Day 14 Sketch, Big Eye Goddess...

I took this photograph of a bunny rabbit at Descanso Gardens a while back.  He seemed like a very sweet and alert wild hare...  I hope that you will enjoy this photo!

I love to paint animals, you may see some of my finished paintings at lisarusso.com if you'd like.

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Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a thoughtful considerate quality...  I think she is most likely a goddess, although she could also be a fairy angel or a mermaid.  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 December.  This is day 14.  

This is a rough sketch.

Original Winter Bunny Rabbit Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! December Sketches...

"Snowy Bunny" Original 8"x10" Painting on Canvas here

This week my featured painting is "Snowy Bunny," an original white winter hare painting.  I love bunnies and rabbits so much!  This is one of my favoritie paintings, it is perfect for a white Christmas even if you never see snow or actually anytime of year...  This original rabbit painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  The art has a realist impressionist feel...


Most of my art is also available on my website at 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 angels, you may see them here.  They are mostly fantasy angels, but an angelfish has slipped into the mix...

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

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Here is a sketch of an iris flower.  I usually am drawn to bearded irises, but this iris also pulled me in.  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 December.  This is from day 12.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has an expression of serious contemplation...  I think she is most likely an elf fairy angel, although she could also be a goddess or a mermaid.  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 December.  This is day 13.  

This is a rough sketch.

Intrude in Downtown L.A. Giant Bunny Rabbits by Amanda Perer & My First Bunny Rabbit Painting

If you like bunnies and art and bunny art and you're in the Los Angeles area, I'd like to recommend Intrude.   It's installation art of giant bunnies by Australian artist Amanda Perer and they're here until Saturday June 11th between noon and 9 p.m..  Alex and I went and met some friends there and it was wonderful.  Some of the rabbits are in different locations in Downtown L.A separated by around a 15 minute walk...

The bunnies look to be inflated white nylon and at night they light up.

I was trying to winnow them down to five images, but here are ten.  I had a difficult time only choosing ten, so there's a good chance that more bunnies may be showing up other times...  I did do my sketch for today, but I'm going to try to post it tomorrow.  I don't want to over post today and I feel that today should be a day of bunnies!

Alex and I with a giant bunny!

First rabbit sighting!

A thoughtful person brought a giant carrot for the giant bunny...

Rabbit and rabbit reflection...

Alex and I and a giant rabbit...

Approaching two more bunnies!

This girl came prepared with bunny ears!

A nice spot to do some yoga near an adorable bunny rabbit.

At night they light the bunnies up!

Tin, Wendy, Alex, Myself, and Ade before it was time for the bunnies to rest until the next day...

In keeping with my bunny theme for the day, this is "Gentle."  I believe it was my first bunny painting, but certainly not my last!  The original is sold, but prints and LE ACEO prints are available here.  I didn't get a chance to do much work on any of my projects, but I hope you will enjoy this bunny rabbit.

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

http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com/