WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketch Art / February 5-9 / Daily Sketches...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've been working on the highlights and eye details.  From far back it can be difficult to see the details so I'm sharing a closeup.  I need to work a little more on the eyes and then comes the hair wispies.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 chow chow puppy dog.  It has a ways to go before the lineart is right, but it's a start.  I like to paint an animal in honor of Chinese New Year annually, this year it's year of the dog.  I'm intending to paint this puppy, but I want to see if I can get the sketch right first...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in February.  This is day 2.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a sunflower.  The flower looks like it has waves of cascading petals...  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 February.  This is from day 6.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She seems to have a serious expression...  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 February. This is from day 7. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of tuberose flowers.  I don't think I've sketched this type of flower before...  I'm unsure if I'll paint this or not, but I did enjoy sketching it. 

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in February.  This is from day 8.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She hair is windswept and she has a seashell necklace...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, 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 February. This is day 9 . 

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketch of a Fairy Angel and a Chow Chow Puppy Dog/ February 1 & 2 / Art Sketches Daily...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've completed the roses.  I have highlights and hair wispies yet to go.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I was saving the highlights in the eyes until last, but I think they come next, in case some of the wispies go over the eyes.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed gothic 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 February. This is from day 1. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a chow chow puppy dog.  It has a ways to go before the lineart is right, but it's a start.  I like to paint an animal in honor of Chinese New Year annually, this year it's year of the dog.  I'm intending to paint this puppy, but I want to see if I can get the sketch right first...

I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in February.  This is day 2.  

This is a rough sketch.  

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketch of a Mermaid, Sweet Pea Blossom, & Fairy/ JAN 26, 27, & 28 Art Sketches Daily...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've started working on the roses.  I have quite a few left to go and then I may revisit some of them; I think the roses will be a combination of wet into wet and layering.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She is gently asleep...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, 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 January. This is from day 26. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of two sweet pea blossoms.  The flowers are in various stages of blooming...  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 January.  This is from day 27.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She looks a little afraid, but worry not, all is fine...  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 January. This is day 28. 

This is a rough sketch. 

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketch of a Daylily Flower and Big Eye Angel Fairy/ January 20 & 21 / Art Sketches Daily...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've been working on glazing a bit more shadows into the face and neck.  Next I believe I will begin on the roses.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 daylily flower.  Lilies are full of such grace...  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 January.  This is from day 20.  

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  Her eyes are gently closed...  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 January. This is day 21. 

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketches, December 13, 14, & 15/ Big Eye Fairy, Daffodil, & Angel Daily Sketch...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've glazed some darks over the underpainting and worked in some subtle hightlights.  I intend to revisit shading in the face now that I've established the hair.  I've also enlarged the irises so I also have more work to do there.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She seems like she may be basking in the moonlight...  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 December. This is from day 13. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a daffodil.  I love the sweet nature of these 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 from day 14.  

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She seems to have a sweet curiousity...  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 December. This day 15.

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + Sketches, December 7, 8, & 9/ Big Eye Fairy, Angel, & Mermaid Daily Sketch #dailysketch 100th face...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've blocked in the underpainting of the hair.  My next step is to glaze some darks over it and work on some subtle hightlights.  I also intend to revisit shading in the face once I've established the hair.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She looks perchance a little vexed...  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 December. This is from day 7. 

It is part of my effort to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 98. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  She has an intently focused expression...  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 December. This from day 8. 

It is part of my effort to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 99. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has a hint of a smile and her hair is flowing wildly around her...  I think she is most likely a mermaid, 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 December. This is day 9. 

I have reached my goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 100.  I think I should continue with this challenge, but whilst I will continue to sketch daily, I have not yet decided if I'll have a more eclectic mix for a while.  I believe this is actually my 677th day of consecutive daily sketches, I started on February 1st of 2016.

This is a rough sketch. 

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + November Sketches, Sketch 4 & 5, Fairy & Angel...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've been working on the features and the blouse.  I'm going to move on to hair, but I intend to revisit shading in the face once I've established the hair.  I think this is the mermaid version of me, MerMe, tee hee...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized (or perhaps eye-dealized, I may be in a bit of a silly mood today) big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She has an intense elegance...  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 November. This is from day 4. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 65. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She has an inquisitive nature...  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 November. This day 5. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 66. 

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + November Sketches, Sketch 2 & 3, Goddess & Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've been working on the skin tone and shading.  I'm going to move ahead to eyebrows, eye lashes, and lips; but I may revisit shading at a later junction.  I think this is the mermaid version of me...  I'm saving the highlights in the eyes until last.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She has an aloof 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 November. This is from day 2. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 63. 

This is a rough sketch. 

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She is wearing a dapper hat...  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 November. This is day 3. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 64. 

This is a rough sketch.

WIP Big Eye Self Portrait Art Original Painting Work in Progress + October Sketches, Sketch 28 & 29, Goddess & Fairy...

In this original acrylic work in progress WIP painting of an idealized big eye version of myself, I've been working on the background and have started on the eyes.  I spent much a day sketching the flowers that surround me but I have quite a ways to go before I paint them.  I wanted to give a fantasy feel of roses floating around me.

This idealized big eyed self portrait is on a 16"x20" 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 big eyed maiden.  She has an elaborate hairstyle and a gaze of sweetness...  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 October. This is from day 28. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 58. 

This is a rough sketch.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  She looks as though she may be planning something...  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 29. 

I would like to try to reach a goal of 100 faces sketched on consecutive days, I started this effort on September 1st, 2017...  This is face 59. 

This is a rough sketch.