August 31, 2012

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Pencil on paper

More inspiration from JCrew


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August 30, 2012

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Pencil on paper.

This zen moment brought to you by Urban Zen.

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August 29, 2012

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Pencil on paper.

More Urban Zen inspiration.

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August 28, 2012

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Pencil on paper.

More Urban Zen inspiration ... endless!


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August 27, 2012

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Pen on paper.

Not feeling like sketching today. At all.

Difficult, yet rewarding personal growth day. That's the thing about having emotional breakthrough's when it comes to our selves: the soul-self is healed and gratified, but your mind and body are left exhausted in the aftermath. All well worth it.

A little DVF LBD.


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August 26, 2012

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Pen and marker on paper.

Super quick today ...


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August 25, 2012

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Pencil and watercolor on paper.

Today I'm starting a new category called On-The-Budget. First feature: my new obsession, oxfords!

About a month ago, I got a running foot injury, and I had to shove my beloved heels to the back of the closet for a while. And since I can't be wearing sneakers to work (my first choice), and since ballet flats didn't offer the needed support, I re-discovered the oxford! And wouldn't you know it, there are so many super cute oxfords out there right now, in all color combinations, and they come in all price ranges!

This is a pair of Oxfords I got for the super budget-friendly price of $24.50 from Wet Seal. I love the color pop on the sole, and the contrast between the mouse grey and the neon orange! I may have to get a cute pair of socks to match the sole!

On-The-Budget is going to be a place for all my budget-conscious great finds that I'm excited about, like these cute and comfy oxfords. Because, let's face it, recession or not, whether you've got a money tree growing in your back yard or not, we all love a good bargain!

For me, even more so now that I am making a lot of changes and going thru major transitions in my life. I am planning to focus more on the important things in my life than on spending money to make myself feel better: following my dreams and my heart, creating meaningful and lasting relationships with the people in my life, and in general, having a more balanced life. I want to spend my time and money doing the things that I love with the people I care about and who care about me and support me every day.

So I say, go ahead and splurge on those investment pieces. But for the day-to-day, keep searching for those exciting bargains! It's all about balance!

Happy hunting!


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August 24, 2012

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Pencil and marker on paper.

On a JCrew streak, and I like it!

TGIF!

August 23, 2012

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Pen, pencil and markers on paper.

More JCrew love! 

August 22, 2012

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Pencil and marker on paper.

Inspired by this JCrew shot.  A small zen sketching moment, in the middle of difficult growth today.

August 21, 2012

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15 min.  Pencil and highlighter on paper.

Today I'm starting the 3rd month of sketching one-a-day!  Yay!  Marking this momentous occasion with one of my faves: striped and acid yellow JCrew tee.  Love it!

August 20, 2012

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5 min. Pen on paper.

I've got my name tattooed on my fist, why don't you read it up close!

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August 19, 2012

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25 min. Pencil on paper.

More Urban Zen inspiration for detail studies.


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August 18, 2012

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5 min. Pen on paper.

Sorry-ass attempt at drawing today. Apparently wine and drawing do not mix! Ha!

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August 17, 2012

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40 min + 25 min. Pencil on paper.

Finished mom's portrait that I started on Monday. What a beauty! Love you, mom!

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August 16, 2012

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5 min. Sepia pencil on paper.

Trash can.


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August 15, 2012

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10 min. Charcoal on paper.

Hand study, inspired by this Urban Zen gorgeous shot!



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August 14, 2012

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10 min. Pencil on paper.


A little celebration is in order today :-)>



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August 13, 2012

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40 min.  Pencil on paper.

Wow!  And who might this stylish, beautiful lady be?  My mom!

In-progress sketch ... hopefully finishing this up tomorrow and surprising her with the finished sketch while she's traveling in Europe! 

A little bit of home while she's so far away!

August 12, 2012

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10 min. Pen on paper.

One of my fave summer outfits. And the black mourning patch for my grandma.


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August 11, 2012

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10 min. Pen on paper.

Dinner leftovers.

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August 10, 2012

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5 min.  Pen on paper.

Urban Zen model.  Happy Friday!

August 09, 2012

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5 min.  Pen on paper.

Abstract of felt coaster from Beijing, a gift from a friend.  Coaster design was inspired by the Herzog and de Meuron's Beijing National Stadium, aka bird's nest, where the 2008 Beijing Olympic games took place.

August 08, 2012

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5 min. Pen on paper.

Model from Urban Zen.  I am in total and complete love with and in awe of Urban Zen, an amazing and fresh concept from Donna Karan.  I LOVE all the colors and fabric folds, and the models look stunning in those clothes!  Love, love, love the color palette, I wish I could wrap myself in all those gorgeous clothes!  I am totally gaga over the richness of color, texture and that amazing lighting in such beautiful, gorgeous photographs!  Ah-mazing!  A dream to sketch and watercolor! 

I saved a ton of images on Pinterest for sketching inspiration.  I am SO inspired!!

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August 07, 2012

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5 min. Pen on paper.

I just grabbed the first thing within reach. Not feelin' it today.

Check. Done.

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August 06, 2012

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20 min. Pen on paper.

Lord Voldemort


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August 05, 2012

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25 min. Pen on paper.

Professor Albus Dumbledore (full name: Albus Percival Wulfric Brian Dumbledore) in Harry Potter.

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August 04, 2012

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10 min. Pen on paper.

My friend A. shopping for a wedding dress :-)


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August 03, 2012

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15 min. Pen on paper.

Mannequin on Michigan Ave in the Michael Kors window.

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August 02, 2012

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15 min. Pen on paper.

Mannequin in Max Mara window on Michigan Ave.

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August 01, 2012

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10 min. Pen on paper.

Super cute fall outfit! Comfy chunky sweater, leggings and knee-high boots! Love it!


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