Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Sketchbook Challenge 1

Okay, it's time for the first challenge.

Theme: Repetition of Geometric Shapes

In your drawings this week, focus on repeating geometric shapes (circles, rectangles, triangles, diamonds, ovals, etc.) Try overlapping, side by side, and more. Let your imagination go! This week i will post a photo sharing site that you can share your creations with us. Until then, be creative!

Hugs,
Jenni

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Fabulous Lunch in Pasadena




While out shopping for art supplies with my mom today, we stopped in to a bakery & taqueria in Pasadena, Dona Rosa. I have no idea if it is a chain, but well worth stopping in. It just happened to be "Taco Tuesday." of course I had street tacos that were to die for delicious. It is a place that I will go back again and again. Anyone in the area should give it a try.

I would love to hear about some of your favorite restaurants.

Hugs,
Jenni

Sunday, September 2, 2012

ATC Swap at Artists in Blogland

I recently participated in an ATC swap. For those that don't know, ATC means Artists Trading Cards. These are cards that measure 2 1/2 x 3 1/2, and you create original art work on each card. Then you send them to people around the world, while people send them to you. This particular swap was hosted at Artists in Blogland.

While I have not participated in an ATC swap before, I also have not created any artists trading cards. I struggled with whether I wanted to create a theme among my cards or if I just wanted variety. After a lot of thought I finally settled on a theme for four of my six cards and then found a different idea for my other two cards. The first four cards were to represent the seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. My second two cards were to represent a bride and groom. Here is how my cards turned out.


It was exciting to visit my post office box every few days in the hopes of receiving ATCs. In the last few weeks I received four cards. They are absolutely beautiful and created by talented artists from around the world. Thank you Michelle Mathey and Monika Paha for my exceptional cards. Take a look at their work here:


This was such an exhilarating experience. I would definitely participate again and recommend that you participate in a swap. It's a rewarding feeling. Thank you Marcia at Artists in Blogland for doing such a wonderful job with the ATC Swap.

Jenni