Sunday, May 15, 2011

Sunday Sketches - My trip to the coast!

Hi everyone this weekend I went to the coast to visit family we just got back this afternoon. I had a lovely relaxing time. I didn't take my sketch book with me but found myself with time on my hands yesterday afternoon to do a bit of sketching. So did these two on some computer paper :0) The weather was so cold yesterday I found myself staring out of the window at the gum trees watching the leaves fly up everywhere so I was inspired to do this sketch :0)


This other sketch was inspired but a sculpture/ornament that my mother in law has. Very cute meer cats, it's so realistic I felt these cute little eyes on me whilst I was watching tele. I wanted to draw another 'big eyed animal' and they seemed perfect. So full of character!


Hope you're all having a great weekend. I'm hoping to do some painting this week and be a bit more productive. I'll try and get round to visit you all later!!! :0)
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16 comments:

  1. HeatherMay 15, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    LOVE that big eyed animal...so cute, you have made him have a very sweet pose, too!
    also, love the tree hugger!!! cute outfit, too! have a great sunday! xo

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  2. Magic Love CrowMay 15, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    Nicola great sketches! I know I always say this, but I truly love your art! It makes me smile ;o) It's really cold and rainy here! And, it's suppose to rain till saturday! I will be doing lots of painting! Have a great day!

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  3. Morph WaffleMay 16, 2011 at 12:34 AM

    Your sketches are adorable, love them!

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  4. pinkglitterfaeMay 16, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    they are both great! It's amazing how your sketches seem to get better and better!
    glad you enjoyed your visit with your family, even though it was cold.
    xoxo
    betty

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  5. ChristineMay 16, 2011 at 2:11 AM

    what lovely sketches today!

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  6. Joni NickrentMay 16, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Wonderful sketches...love them both!

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  7. lissaMay 16, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    great sketches. I like the top one with the girl. she seems joyful even in a winter scene.

    have a lovely day.

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  8. Julia ChristieMay 16, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Both really great sketches! How are you dear Nicola?
    I've missed visiting!!!

    Love how your butterfly series turned out!!!

    Smiles and hugs
    xo

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  9. UnknownMay 16, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Both great sketches...not liking this little return to normal spring weather..far too cold...

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  10. AnonymousMay 16, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Cute meercat (those eyes!) and I love your windy weather girl. I think you should do a painting of that one!

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  11. PennyMay 16, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    I couldn't agree more with Sophia. Your sketches have really come along. I LOVE both of these. The windy weather one is fantastic. You've really caught the energy of the wind in this one. Paint it!!!! xxx

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  12. Tammie LeeMay 17, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    these are both wonderful. I love how the passion of sketching will have us sketching on whatever we can find!

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  13. Kristin DudishMay 17, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Such fun sketches - I love those big eyes :)

    xo
    Kristin

    p.s. I think I've said it before, but just in case I didn't I want to let you know how much I love your butterfly header - it brings a smile to my face every time I visit!

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  14. artbratMay 17, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Love both sketches, but the meerkat has to be my favorite especially since its supposed to be our warming spring here and the weather is pretty much the cold/wind you've got going in your picture. I'd embrace that in the fall, but I'm craving the warm after a long winter!
    -Brandy

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  15. SabinaMay 19, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Love your girl and your meerkat. I especially like the girl's eyes. Very pretty.

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  16. Mary C. NasserMay 21, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Your sketches and illustrations are awesome!!

    So glad I found you through the miz kate dot com Artist blog hop!
    I am your newest blog follower. :)
    Looking forward to seeing your upcoming posts!

    I welcome you to check out my art blog, too!

    Best,
    Mary C. Nasser
    http://www.marycnasser.com/blog.html

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