Happy Easter Wishes and Hopes for a Beautiful Day...

Happy Easter Wishes from this big eyed lamb and from me at lisabellarusso.com if you celebrate Easter; regardless I hope you have a beautiful day today...

"Found Lamb" Original Painting, Open Edition 8"x10" Giclee Prints, & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

Bunny girl may have to wait a bit, I've been distracted by another painting...  So many paintings that I'd like to paint...  I'm also a bit behind in visiting, I'll try to get caught up tomorrow hopefully.

Original Found Lamb Sheep Painting + Art Prints & ACEO Prints! Pip & Pop at the Corey Helford Gallery II...

"Found Lamb" Original 8"x10" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Found Lamb".  She's had some time to adventure, but I think she has been safely found by Little Bo Peep and is ready to rejoin the flock.  The original big eye sheep painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  

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 hearts; you may see them here.

I am linking this post with Inspire Me Monday

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

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Pip & Pop Part II 

"The Rainbow Gang" Installation at the Corey Helford Gallery

Closed Show

I found this art installation absolutely adorable.  "Here Comes Sunshine" is the debut U.S. Installation of artist Pip & Pop.  I was at the Corey Helford Gallery to see another show, but found the installation as well as the available pieces of "The Rainbow Gang" utterly charming.  They also had a video of Australian artist Tanya Schultz discussing and creating some of her fascinating works.  With sugar and assorted materials, she aims to create an earthly utopia.

Part I, the "Here Comes Sunshine" Installation is here.

This is part II of II of the Pip & Pop art focused on the "The Rainbow Gang."  They were so cute, I really wanted to take one home with me!  The show is closed, but the gallery may have some of the pieces available.

Artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Members of "The Rainbow Gang" by artist Pip & Pop aka Tanya Schultz

Whilst I have continued to sketch daily, I spent my time getting this ready and haven't had a chance to prep my sketches yet.  I'll try to get caught up on posting my daily sketches on Friday.

Original Found Lamb Sheep Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! April Sketches...

"Found Lamb" Original 8"x10" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Found Lamb".  I think she's perfect for Easter or anytime of year with her flufffy cuteness.  She has been safely found by Little Bo Peep and is ready to rejoin the flock.  The original big eye sheep painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  

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 spring and includes a selection of my flowers as well as some bunny rabbits in addition to the lamb; you may see them here.   I've also added in "Lilac Rosebud."

Featured Image "Found Lamb"

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 gothic maiden.  She has a wistful expression as she looks to one side and her bangs have a distinctive cut...  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 4.

This is a rough sketch.

Original Found Lamb Sheep Painting! 1st Tuesday Art Prints & ACEO Prints! August Sketches...

"Found Lamb" Original 8"x10" Painting on Panel Here

This week my featured painting is "Found Lamb".  I have been working on this sweet lamb for a while, I think she has been safely found by Little Bo Peep and is ready to rejoin the flock.  The original big eye sheep painting is available for purchase on my website as are art prints and LE ACEO prints!  

On the 1st Tuesday of the month I am listing some prints at a sale rate for 30 days  The theme this month is cute and fluffy...  Some of my animal art pieces are available as open edition giclee art and LE ACEO prints here.  Little Bo Peep is also there to keep an eye on them...

Most of my art is also available on my website at www.lisarusso.com; however, I like to put some art on ebay at a lower promotional rate for the duration of the auctions... I have been updating my website. It's an ongoing project, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

Featured Image "Found Lamb"

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/

Here is a sketch of a big eyed gothic maiden.  I think she looks a bit haunted.  It was her hair and a quality in her eyes that called to me to sketch her.  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 day 2.  

This is a rough sketch.  

Art Sketches of Lambs Baby Sheep, March 6 Daily Sketch...

Here are two lamb sketches.  I've decided that I'm most likely going to paint the lamb I sketched yesterday as my next animal painting, but I think I'd like to paint the lamb with the flowers that I've sketched here at another time...


I've decided to try and do a sketch a day in March.  This is day 6, I decided to do two sketches to get a better feeling for my subject.  

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

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

Art Sketch of a Lamb Baby Sheep, March 5 Daily Sketch...

Here is a sketch of a lamb.  This baby sheep is quite the cutie.  Usually around this time of year, I'm painting a bunny, but I'm thinking about painting a lamb this year  I've never drawn a baby sheep before though, so I'd like to do some additional sketches before I decide what direction to go in.  I'm hoping to get more than one done today as I'd like to get started on the painting as soon as possible.  I spent some time on my cherry blossoms yesterday, they are coming along, and I think I'm getting closer on a sketch for my next Gothic fairy angel painting...


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

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

My Gentle Ram Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! 29 Faces in September...

This Week "Gentle Ram" Original 5"x7" Painting here

5"x7" Open Edition print here

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

I am listing "Gentle Ram," an original painting of a ram with soft golden eyes.  Animals are very dear to me and this big horn mountain sheep has a gentle quality.  The art has a realist impressionist feel...

I also have additional giclee art and ACEO prints here this week from Tuesday to Tuesday with a theme of hooved friends.  It's mostly horses, but there are unicorns and a fawn as well.  

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 my website.  I still have more to add, but there is now an excellent selection of art available!

After the auction, "Gentle Ram" will be available on my website here.

Here is a sketch of a big eyed maiden.  I think this gothic femme has kind eyes and a gentle nature.  I think she is most likely an angel fairy, although she could also be a mermaid or goddess.    I'm unsure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.   

She is face 29 for 29 faces in September!  The goal is to share 29 faces in the month of September.  When I get a chance, I'll put together a compilation of the sketches and share some of my thoughts on the challenge.

Happy Chinese New Year! 29 Faces, Big Eye Fairy Angel Face 19 + Ram Sheep Website Update...

Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye fairy angel.  I think this gothic beauty has a very serious expression...  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 19 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.

Happy Chinese New Year!  I hope it is a wonderful year for you!

"Gentle Ram" Original 5"x7" Painting, Open Edition 5"x7" Giclee Prints & Limited Edition Giclee ACEO Prints Here

"Gentle Ram" is of a big horn mountain sheep.  I painted him in honor of year of the sheep, although this lunar new year there is some debate if it's year of the sheep or goat...  I think they're both wonderful animals and will endeavor to paint a goat at some point in the future.  The piece has a soft realist impressionist feel with some texture on the original painting.  This piece is available as an original, as prints, and Limited Edition ACEOs!

Every week on Tuesday, I try to list a small original, some giclee art prints, and giclee LE ACEO prints at promotional prices. Visit here to see what I have available this week!

My Year of the Ram Sheep Art Original Painting! Art Prints & ACEOs! + 29 Faces, Face 10

This Week "Gentle Ram" Original 5"x7" Painting here

5"x7" print here

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

I am listing "Gentle Ram," an original painting of a big horn sheep.  He is inspired by the upcoming Chinese New Year.  He has a gentle quality, which is considered one of the attributes of those born in the year of the ram.  He has a realist impressionist feel...  There is some texture in the original painting.

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

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.

Here is a rough sketch that I did of a big eye elf fairy.  I think she has a gentle yet wild quality.  I'm not sure if I'll paint her or not, but I did enjoy sketching her.  She is face 10 for the 29 faces challenge in February.  For 29 Faces, the challenge is to share 29 faces in the month of February.

Ram Sheep Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP...

In this work in progress, I've been working on the background of my ram painting some more.  The background of this sheep WIP now has a more dynamic, textured feel...

29 faces in February starts tomorrow, I am almost completely unprepared...  I wanted to gather some reference in advance, but it looks like it will be very much a day by day adventure.

Ram Sheep Animal Art Original Painting Work in Progress WIP...

Here is the start of my ram painting that I'm doing in honor of Year of the Sheep for Chinese New Year.  In this work in progress, I've painted in an impressionistic dark blue background.  I still plan on doing a bit more with this background before I start on the ram, I think it needs a bit more attention.  The painting is 5"x7" on panel.  The line art is a bit faint in this WIP, but it should come together more as the painting progresses.  Animals are such a joy to paint.

Year of the Ram Sheep Sketch Art...

Here is a sketch of a ram.  It will be year of the sheep soon.  I hope to paint this ram in honor of Chinese New Year, but I'm not sure if I'll finish on time.  I might make the attempt though.


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