Charla Pettingill Illustration

New year, new artwork.

2012-01-08T13:20:00.000-08:00

Here's a little concept that I sketched and developed into a finished illustration recently. I've been quite busy with some major design projects that hopefully I'll be able to reveal more about in the near future. Here's to a new year filled with new art!

Love is in the Air...version 2.0!

2011-11-28T19:39:00.000-08:00

At the request of my sweet friend Joshua (who I've known since childhood), I re-created one of my most popular illustrations to feature him with his fiancé and their golden retrievers! The couple loves Paris and their dogs, so this fits them perfectly! This is one of the first times I've really re-done a piece of artwork, and it was a fun challenge to recreate the original as closely as possible while making specific changes. Here's wishing Joshua and Christopher many years of happiness!

Happy holidays, all!

Charla Pettingill Illustration is now on Tumblr!

2011-10-30T12:37:00.000-07:00

I've started a Tumblr page for my illustrations!

Also, I rarely share my fine art, but I thought I'd showcase it via Tumblr as well! Please have a look at my traditional paintings and drawings on my fine art Tumblr page!

Skreened - free shipping through the end of September!

2011-09-22T16:53:00.000-07:00

Through the end of this month, you'll receive free shipping on orders over $50 in my Skreened shop! Check out my shop for some fun wearable art!

Happy Fall, everyone!

Fall sketches

2011-09-17T16:36:00.000-07:00

Well, it seems that Autumn is officially in the air...goodbye, summer! It's been a great one. Here's what I've been sketching...

Illustration for CofC Magazine - Perfect Strangers

2011-09-12T14:50:00.000-07:00

Here's one of my latest illustrations, which was created for College of Charleston Magazine to accompany a story in the magazine's Point of View section. This was an interesting challenge for me, as there were many ways that I could have approached the assignment. Still, it was a lot of fun to create. Be sure to check out College of Charleston Magazine (available online and in Charleston). It's a great read!

"Hairstyling by Jennie"

2011-08-11T08:24:00.001-07:00

Here's one of my latest illustrations, created for an ad in Hello! Morristown magazine.

La voiture des fleurs...inspiration courtesy of Nick!!

2011-08-06T19:17:00.000-07:00

A few days ago, my sweet friend and fellow illustrator Nick from college posted a picture online that he snapped on the streets of New York City . I was smitten with the image, and just had to draw my interpretation of this adorably quirky little car. I can't help but wonder who drives it...

Happy August!! It's been sooo hot in Georgia, but I'm still enjoying summer. I've spent lots of time working on some new projects, so stay tuned to my blog and website to see new work!

Don't forget...Half the Sky Art-A-Thon!

2011-07-18T08:31:00.001-07:00

Hi everyone! Please don't forget about the Half the Sky Art-A-Thon! You can donate here for a chance to win one of my watercolor/mixed media pieces (pictured below) that Melanie and I are raffling among those who donate. You could easily be the lucky winner!!

Half the Sky Art-A-Thon

2011-07-02T19:47:00.000-07:00

Hi, everyone! Exciting news! My friend Melanie and I are partnering to raise money for The Half the Sky Foundation, which benefits children living in welfare institutions across China. Melanie and her husband adopted their sweet daughter Lucy from China last Fall. Half the Sky is an organization that's close to their hearts because of how the organization benefits children such as Lucy in the first years of the childrens' lives. I've created two works of art to contribute to Half the Sky’s second annual art-a-thon, "Art from the Heart." You can make a donation here and visit the Art-A-Thon's website here.

Fellow artists and illustrators, please consider participating! This is a great way to get some exposure while supporting a fantastic cause for children. To everyone else, please consider donating to this wonderful cause...you'll have a chance to win my artwork, pictured below!!

And here's me in action, creating my two pieces of art to benefit Half the Sky! One piece will go to Half the Sky to be displayed in the Art-A-Thon show in California. The other will be raffled...by donating to Half the Sky on the donation page set up by Melanie, you will have a chance to win the second piece of artwork! This year's theme is "Red Thread," which references a Chinese proverb that states that “An invisible red thread connects those who are destined to meet regardless of time, place or circumstance. The thread may stretch or tangle, but it will never break.” I chose to take a more conceptual approach to this idea, using actual red thread to embroider sections of each watercolor, showing that to adopted children, home is truly "where the heart is," a place they're destined to be with their families.

Sketch phase...

Inking with a Micron pen...

My medium of choice...

Painting (my favorite step)!

This was a first for me...I wanted to use actual red thread for both pieces to emphasize the theme of the show and concept of the artwork. I brought out my trusty sewing machine, a spool of bright red thread....and....

Voilà! Both pieces, finished and matted. Each piece measures about 5" x 7" (8" x 10" matted).

Again, don't forget to visit the Half the Sky Art-A-Thon website to contribute! You can visit Melanie's blog and learn more about Lucy's inspiring story here.

Behance

2011-06-12T16:10:00.001-07:00

I'm now on Behance! Check out my Behance profile here. http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif

Cats, cats, cats

2011-05-21T08:34:00.001-07:00

...so I've been doodling lots of cats these days in preparation for my first foray into drawing comics, which will be a collaboration with my mom. We're both excited about the possibilities of the concept, and I can't wait to reveal it in its entirety. Still, it has quite a bit further to go. More to come!

Beach Weather

2011-05-21T08:11:00.000-07:00

...is almost here, and I can hardly wait! Now to find the perfect swimsuit...

A little Roman Holiday

2011-05-08T16:19:00.000-07:00

For a while, I've been planning on doing some illustrations of famous actresses from classic films. Here's Audrey Hepburn:

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there!!

More Zazzle fun

2011-05-03T06:56:00.000-07:00

See more here!

May in bloom

2011-05-01T11:54:00.000-07:00

I always love the first day of a new month. It's like a fresh start...and what better day to kick off one of my favorite months than a perfectly beautiful Spring day such as today? Also, today is my sweet grandmother's 88th birthday! I sketched these little blossoms while on the phone with her earlier. Happy birthday, Grandma!

Sweet Thoughts

2011-04-17T18:04:00.000-07:00

Lazy Sunday doodles

2011-04-17T16:39:00.000-07:00

I spent a little time this afternoon enjoying the sunshine and doodling in my sketchbook:

More from Zazzle

2011-04-02T15:55:00.000-07:00

I've been busy adding lots of items to my Zazzle shop. Here are three shoe designs that I'm very excited about:

Charla Pettingill Illustration now on Zazzle!

2011-04-01T15:07:00.000-07:00

Exciting news...I've opened a Zazzle shop! See for yourself here!

Printemps, j'taime!

2011-03-12T13:26:00.000-08:00

Sunflower

2011-03-06T16:00:00.000-08:00

A cold snap this weekend has left me longing for the warmer weather Atlanta had been graced with for the last few weeks. Despite the chilly temperature and the harsh wind, my husband and I spent some time potting a few plants and flowers this afternoon. I'm hoping to plant some sunflowers once the weather is more forgiving!! For now, I can have all the two-dimensional flowers that I want!

Cookies

2011-03-01T15:57:00.000-08:00

Oh Girl Scout cookies, why do you tempt me so?

A sunny afternoon + Dr. Ph. Martin's inks =

2011-02-27T15:44:00.000-08:00

I wish I had this dress!

Lazy Sunday

2011-02-20T08:28:00.000-08:00

Just a little sketch...I've been playing around with colored pencils (a medium I haven't touched in years).

Oldies

2011-02-19T09:14:00.001-08:00

I rarely like to show old work, but while organizing my studio this morning I stumbled upon the back-up CDs which contained the children's book I created for my book illustration class in college. I feel like this book was the turning point for my illustration style, so despite how different it is from my current work, it's special to me. I dedicated it to my high school French teacher, and she owns the only printed, bound copy of it. I thought I'd share a few pages of this project (which I plan on re-writing and re-illustrating in the future) before going outside to paint and relish the beautiful, Spring-like weather we're having in the South this weekend. I hope you enjoy these!

2/2/11 - Staff picks!

2011-02-02T13:52:00.000-08:00

Today I discovered that two of my t-shirt designs ("Macarons" and "For the Dog Enthusiast") available in my Skreened shop were chosen as Staff Picks! Many thanks to Skreened staffer Lauren for choosing them!

Skreened!!

2011-01-29T17:50:00.000-08:00

So I've always considered joining a site like CafePress, but I found one that suits me even better! I now have a shop on Skreened, and I've uploaded a wide variety of images that can be ordered on t-shirts, hoodies, baby clothing, and totes bags. Have a look and see if there's something that strikes your fancy! I think I might even order a shirt or two!

Macarons

2011-01-02T09:24:00.000-08:00

...so delicious, but so difficult to make!! Luckily, Crumb Bakery here in Atlanta makes some amazing ones, which inspired this image!

This is also my submission to Illustration Friday this week. I like to participate whenever possible, and I felt sweets easily fell into the subject of resolutions...as in, my New Year's resolution to eat healthier and be more active!

Recent watercolors

2011-01-01T21:23:00.000-08:00

...a little portrait of our cat and an enormous street scene in a vintage frame to adorn our living room wall. Whenever I pick up my brush, I'm always pleasantly reminded of how therapeutic it is to paint with watercolors!

Happy 2011!!

You are what you eat!!

2010-12-22T14:01:00.000-08:00

I'd like to think of this latest work as celebratory of the fact that I finally have established a regular workout routine! As a result, I'm being more prudent about what I eat (I love sweets, unfortunately)...and as a result of my efforts, I feel great!! I created this image some time ago for a commission that was put on hold indefinitely. I decided to add type, and voila!!

Happy holidays!!!!!

Another one...

2010-12-10T14:49:00.001-08:00

When I lived in Savannah during my college days, I always thought a Vespa would be such a fun way to get around...especially if it were robin's egg blue or pink! However, my fear of careless drivers coupled with Savannah's many cobblestone streets was more than enough to make me stick with driving my car and getting around on foot. Still, one can dream...

Vector work!

2010-11-27T16:33:00.001-08:00

My most recent work has taken a turn with which I'm very pleased. Until now, almost all of my personal work has consisted of a combination of ink and watercolor with digital painting/collage. At my day job, I spend the vast majority of my time working in Illustrator, and I've become very fond of vector art. Despite being pressed for free time due to work (and now the holidays), I've been experimenting with how my personal style would translate to vector, and this is the result! I won't be turning my back on my bottled ink and beloved watercolor palette, but I've come to love Illustrator very much! There will be plenty more to come!

Happy holidays, all!!

Illustration Friday 9/3/10: "Dessert"

2010-09-03T14:05:00.001-07:00

Here's a piece that I did last summer, done in watercolor and ink. I hope to also create a brand new illustration for this week's topic! Happy Labor Day weekend, everyone!

New Dog Postcards

2010-07-24T16:01:00.001-07:00

Since I initially created my series of dog postcards (over a year ago while I was a grad student at SCAD), I've been slowly adding to the set. They've been quite popular, so I've been taking suggestions on which breeds to depict. Here are the latest!

Doodle

2010-07-23T15:22:00.001-07:00

...just a little experimental illustration that I did recently with my usual combination of digital and traditional media. I've been experimenting with doing all-digital vector work...I hope to have some results worthy of showing soon!

Two more

2010-06-06T13:00:00.001-07:00

...two more pieces I've done in the past two weeks.

A few new things

2010-06-05T19:22:00.000-07:00

...just a little bit of personal work I've done lately. Aside from my day job and commissions, I've been trying to squeeze in as many personal projects as possible both for practice and for my own enjoyment. Can you tell that Spring and Summer weather have been a big influence as of late? :)

Little Ladybugs

2010-05-22T13:06:00.001-07:00

Just a little sketch I thought I'd share that I did this weekend using ink and watercolor. My husband and I were out for a walk and there were ladybugs everywhere! So, naturally, I decided to sketch a few.

Happy Saturday!

Illustration Friday Topic: "Early"

2010-05-21T13:22:00.001-07:00

....as in, the early bird gets the worm!

This a postcard design that I did a while back. I'm working on a couple of new sets of cards, so keep an eye out for them here and on my website!

Illustration Friday Topic: "Equipment"

2010-05-14T09:56:00.001-07:00

So here's my entry for this week's Illustration Friday topic, "Equipment." I'd like to dedicate this one to my mother since Mother's Day was last weekend; she is a hairstylist, and these are her tools of the trade!

I created this piece using ink and digital media as a magazine spot illustration a year ago.

Illustration Friday Topic: "Linked"

2010-04-09T12:54:00.001-07:00

For several years, I've enjoyed looking at each week's topics and artwork on Illustration Friday (www.illustrationfriday.com). This week, I felt the theme was very appropriately related to a favorite piece of mine, "Love is in the Air." The beautiful Spring weather outside also reminds me of this illustration!

A Smilin' Daffodil

2010-04-07T17:50:00.000-07:00

Sorry for the hiatus! The last couple of months have been busy as I've been settling into my day job and the new area, but rest assured, I've got new artwork to show!

...welcome, Spring!! This is my favorite time of year. I was beginning to think that winter would never end in Atlanta, but the warm weather has finally arrived.

More to come!

Glancing Backward

2010-01-25T18:41:00.000-08:00

I'd forgotten how much I enjoy this piece. This was a collection I designed in my Fashion Sketching/Illustration class back in 2008. Sometimes there's a lot to be gained by looking at past work. I plan to do more fashion illustration in the near future.

Sweet Couple

2010-01-03T15:09:00.000-08:00

...and as promised, here's the second piece I've been working on. This was a private commission done for a lovely Australian couple. I hope they'll enjoy it as much as I enjoyed creating it for them!

Welcome, 2010!

2010-01-02T13:45:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year, everyone! I had an excellent holiday season and I hope everyone else did, as well. I took a much-needed trip home to Tennessee, and now I'm ready to get back to the drawing board (literally). Here's my latest personal piece, which I'll be displaying in a frame I recently found at the amazing Paris on Ponce here in Atlanta. If you're a local or if you're passing through, this place is a must-visit! It's full of charming knick knacks, vintage decor, and Parisian-themed pieces.

I've got a couple of other pieces in the works which I'll share once they're complete (which will be very soon).

A quick update...

2009-11-24T15:41:00.000-08:00

Just letting everyone know that I have new work that will appear in the December issues of Highlights for Children and Sparkle Magazine. Do have a look if you come across either one, as I'm very excited about these latest pieces. It was fantastic to work with both publications!

Happy early Turkey Day, all!

White Magazine and move to Atlanta

2009-11-18T17:04:00.000-08:00

Hello, all! My apologies for the lack of updates, as I've spent the last week transitioning into a new location: Atlanta! I am now working by day as a creative designer and illustrator at a kids' and family marketing company. Of course, I will still be doing freelance work, maintaining my Etsy shop, and taking commissions. Above are three of my newer illustrations that were recently published in the Australian bridal publication, White. If you're down under, pick up a copy and have a look!

With Thanksgiving around the corner, I'd like to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season! Atlanta has been a big adjustment, but I've already met some wonderful people, especially my new co-workers. To all of you in Savannah, I miss you all very much!!

My Table Magazine!

2009-10-27T05:30:00.000-07:00

I'd like to share three illustrations that I had published in the October/November issue of My Table Magazine. They were fabulous to work with, and the magazine is such a great read for all of you foodies out there!

Fall Doodles

2009-10-14T11:54:00.000-07:00

Gouache and ink on Global handmade watercolor paper.

Quick update: Savannah Market Bazaar this Saturday!

2009-10-07T06:15:00.000-07:00

Just a quick update, everyone; I'll be at the Savannah Market Bazaar this Saturday from 9am until 3pm at the corner of York and Montgomery streets in downtown Savannah. I'll have prints, cards, stickers, and even an original or two. Come see me!

For more info, here's the market's official website.

Latest work

2009-10-06T08:27:00.001-07:00

Three new pieces. More to come!

Some pleasant, Fall-ish weather (as in 85 degrees instead of 99 degrees) has finally arrived in Savannah, and I'm enjoying it so much! It's really inspiring me.

Oh, and if you haven't seen the movie (500) Days of Summer
yet, make sure you do! It's terrific! Zooey Deschanel is my favorite actress.

Fall is here/new work!

2009-09-23T13:50:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone is having a great Fall so far (one day in!). I've been busy working on some new pieces and a few commissions. I'll be posting new work and adding to the shop as it's completed.

As of right now I'm planning on being at the Savannah Market Bazaar again in October.

Sept 12th: Savannah Market Bazaar

2009-09-07T10:20:00.000-07:00

I wanted to let everyone know that I'll be at the Savannah Market Bazaar this Saturday, September 12th from 9am until 3pm. I'll be selling prints, cards, original artwork, and jewelry. The market will be located at the corner of Montgomery and York Streets in front of the Robinson parking garage and across from the Chatham County Courthouse. Hope to see you there!!

Mention this blog post if I see you at the Bazaar, and you'll receive 25% off your purchase!!

Sweet

2009-09-06T16:12:00.001-07:00

A little something new and fun.
Happy Labor Day, everyone!

Newest

2009-09-02T13:54:00.000-07:00

Some watercolor and ink pieces I've done recently, expanding my series of Savannah-themed plate designs. I'm hoping to make the actual plates a reality soon, and when I do, they'll be available in my Etsy shop!

Extending the Print Sale!

2009-08-31T06:07:00.000-07:00

Just wanted to let everyone know that I've decided to extend my sale on prints in my Etsy shop until September 12th. All prints of my work are on sale for as much as 50% off original prices!

Originals

2009-08-26T13:47:00.001-07:00

I've updated my Etsy shop with some original artwork that's for sale, framed and ready to hang. I'm particularly pleased with the piece pictured above (the frame is incredible!)

"Belinda's Beehive"

2009-08-19T15:08:00.000-07:00

Here's a little watercolor and ink piece I started a while back that I've finally tweaked to my liking. Prints will be available soon...which, again, will be on sale through September 1st! I hope everyone is enjoying the rest of your summer months!!

Summer Print Sale!

2009-08-16T11:41:00.000-07:00

So I've decided to have a summer sale on my illustration prints in my Etsy shop! From now through September 1st, all of my prints will be deeply discounted (some as much as 50% off the original prices). Do check it out, as it's only for a little while!!

I'm on Illustration Mundo!

2009-08-03T16:30:00.000-07:00

Come check it out here!

Postcards and Greeting Cards now in the Shop!

2009-07-25T16:18:00.000-07:00

Hi, everyone! I'm pleased to say that I'm now offering my greeting cards and postcards in my Etsy shop! So far the birds, dogs, and a couple of birthday cards are available, but expect many more!

Also, if you haven't already, go have a look at my brand new official website, charlapettingill.com!

It's official: charlapettingill.com!

2009-07-24T14:38:00.001-07:00

Hooray! www.charlapettingill.com is now up and running! Make sure to add a bookmark!

Also, I am now a member of Altpick.com. Go check out my page!

White Magazine

2009-07-16T11:42:00.001-07:00

I'd like to thank the very sweet Carla Burrell of White, an Australian Bridal Magazine I have recently worked with for this very nice write-up she did about me on the magazine site's blog.

Summer Fruit and the Savannah Market Bazaar

2009-07-09T14:41:00.000-07:00

Mark your calendars!! The Savannah Market Bazaar is two days away...it will be on Saturday, July 11th at the Robinson Parking Garage in Savannah (corner of York and Montgomery Streets). Please come out, rain or shine!

I will be there with prints, original framed art, postcards, greeting cards, notecards, stickers, and more. Also, the print above (my latest piece) will be available!

Mention this blog post to me at the Bazaar and receive a free 8 x 10 print!

New work and the Savannah Market Bazaar

2009-06-24T08:28:00.001-07:00

Hello, all! Here are the finished versions of some in-progress work I've posted lately. These are personal pieces that I've been creating in order to add more variety to my portfolio. Prints will be available in my Etsy shop beginning today and at the Savannah Market Bazaar on July 11th and August 8th. Please come and see me at the Market on both dates! I'll be offering a variety of greeting cards, notecards, prints, stickers, original work, and some jewelry by yours truly. Well, back to the drafting table to work on some very exciting new things...and then I'm off to see Mr. Vedder in Atlanta this evening!

Shoes

2009-06-21T08:14:00.000-07:00

Here's a little ink piece I created recently, as I have been working on a few personal samples. I've got some exciting new works in progress, so stay tuned! If you're in the Nashville area, pick up the July issue of Her Magazine and see if the cover art looks familiar. =) Happy Father's Day!

Dog Postcards

2009-06-10T18:55:00.001-07:00

Here's my latest venture...notecards featuring dogs (particularly those I see most here in Savannah)! These will be available soon at a local retailer...more to come regarding that!

I hope everyone's summer is off to a great start! The weather here in Savannah has been sweltering...it's going to be a very hot few months, it seems! Thank goodness for Tybee!

The latest

2009-05-22T20:37:00.000-07:00

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These little bird postcards (just in time for summer!) are my latest endeavor. I'm really excited about them! I'll be selling them in the shop soon; they'll each measure 4 x 6 and will be formatted as traditional postcards for mailing. Hooray!

SCAD 2009 Fashion Show

2009-05-17T15:59:00.000-07:00

I'd like to congratulate all the students whose work was showcased in this year's SCAD Fashion Show! I was honored to work on the show yesterday, along with my co-workers. I must say, I think the show was a huge success. All the garments and accessories looked spectacular, and the opening dance routine was stunning. I think that Ruben and Isabel Toledo were very deserving of the Andre Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement award; their story was both touching and inspiring.

You can watch the show here.

Once again, kudos to the SCAD Fashion department and its very talented students!

New work unveiled!

2009-05-12T14:36:00.000-07:00

Here's what I've been working on the past few weeks...these are three of the illustrations I have done as an approach to the editorial market (specifically, magazines for teenage girls). Despite the leaps and bounds I've taken stylistically by doing these, I'm very pleased with them!

Lil' Spot Illustration

2009-05-07T18:10:00.001-07:00

Here is a little spot illustration that I took out of my overall greeting card designs (which are very nearly finished!). I'm trying to decide what to do with these little vignettes, other than adding them to my portfolio. Enjoy!

Paper dolls/Smooth Show recap

2009-05-03T21:32:00.001-07:00

Here's a rather brief look at a new promotional piece I'm doing, which will be a seasonal series of paper dolls that I will be e-mailing out to clients and contacts. Maybe you'll get one?

In other news, the reception for my show at Cafe Smooth was a great success on Friday night! Again, I want to extend a special thanks to Susan Jaffie for making it possible!! Also, many, many, thanks to EVERYONE who came out to the event!! I was so happy to see such a big turnout. The art will be hanging through June 1st.

What's in the works!

2009-04-30T15:23:00.001-07:00

I'm currently working on some illustrations geared toward the teenage market, the above being one of my favorites that's in progress (it's based on an article on apricot-colored cosmetics and their popularity this season). It still has a way to go, but I'm happy with what I've accomplished with this set so far (there will be a total of eight).

Enjoy the (hopefully) sunny weather this weekend!!

Self Portrait and Smooth Update

2009-04-29T11:08:00.000-07:00

Hi, all! Sorry for the little hiatus. Things have been quite busy, and in a short time I will have tons of new art to show you! Above is my most recent piece, a promotional self-portrait mailer than I am doing as part of a group project under the instruction of the wonderful Violet Lemay. We'll be sending this out to reps and other contacts, including Anna Goodson! Hooray!

Again, if you are in Savannah, don't forget to come to Cafe Smooth located on Bull Street (just off of Wright Square) this Friday, May 1st, between 5pm and 7pm for my illustration show's reception! There will be free snacks, prints and originals for sale, and much more!

Hope to see you there!

Greeting Cards: Early Stages

2009-04-16T21:11:00.001-07:00

Here is a little sneak peek at two of the greeting cards that I have in the works, as they exist as of now...there will be at least ten, and I'm very excited to unveil them! They'll be available in the shop by June.

Despite the whirlwind of activity these past couple of weeks, I'm feeling very energized and I am so happy to see consistent Spring weather here in Savannah!

Excitement!

Newest Piece

2009-04-12T21:14:00.000-07:00

Here is my newest illustration, created especially for my new promo mailers! I'm especially pleased with the way the back of the card turned out. Maybe you'll be getting one in the mail?

Prints of this will be in the shop very soon!

The Smooth Show is up!

2009-04-12T11:07:00.001-07:00

I am very excited to announce that my little solo show is on display at Cafe Smooth on Bull Street in Savannah, GA through June 1st! We will be having a little opening reception on May 1st complete with hummus, drinks, etc. Please stop by and check out the art!

Many thanks to Susan at Smooth for letting me display at her cafe. =)

I'm adding a couple of new prints to the shop in the next couple of days, so keep an eye out!

I apologize for the slower activity, as I have a lot of commissions coming in, in addition to my regular workload at my day job and as I finish up grad school. I'll be posting as often as possible, though!

Show @ Cafe Smooth!

2009-03-26T21:44:00.000-07:00

I'd like to proudly announce my upcoming art show at Cafe Smooth here in Savannah, Georgia! The show will be displayed April 1st- May 31st, 2009. If you've never been to Smooth, do stop in! They're located on Bull Street between Oglethorpe and York. Here is their website...home to the greatest smoothie on the planet (my personal favorite is the "Blueberry Thrill").

I will have a total of twenty original framed illustrations on display and available to purchase. This piece, among many others, will be on display in a vintage frame.

Hope you can check it out!! I'll be posting pictures once the art is hanging.

A lovely day for a treasury...or two!

2009-03-21T17:42:00.001-07:00

I'd like to thank fellow Etsy sellers AuroraFedora and BeezMiller for including two of my "Sampling Savannah" prints ("Praline Pecan Pie" and "Sweet Tea" to be precise!) in their treasuries today! You can view the Etsy treasuries here and here. Tomorrow is the last day of Spring break, which I'm feeling a bit down about, but I must admit I'm looking forward to the months ahead!!

Treasury Day!

2009-03-18T09:45:00.001-07:00

One of my sketchbooks was featured in an Etsy treasury today (bottom left)! Many thanks to its curator! You can view the treasury here.

Love is in the Air!

2009-03-11T09:38:00.000-07:00

Here is my latest piece! This was created for an assignment in which I was challenged to illustrate the concept of "love." I chose to take a slightly more narrative approach, one that could tie into the children's book concept that I've been developing and adding on to for a couple of years....and this was the result. Essentially, I combined my love of Paris and daschunds into one image. Prints are now available in the shop!

"Sampling Savannah" plates

2009-03-10T20:27:00.000-07:00

I'm excited to unveil my latest set of illustrations...these are a series of designs for plates (Savannah, GA-themed, obviously...well, at the very least, they're centered around things that remind me of this town)! I've created actual ceramic plates bearing the same illustrations, which I hope to add to the shop soon. I also have a few more concepts to expand upon these four images I've started with. In the meantime, I'll be offering prints! And, they'll be more work to come very soon! Happy Spring (thank goodness it's here)!!

Front page!!

2009-03-03T19:22:00.001-08:00

Hooray! My original illustration "Fille et Lapin" (one of two posted in the shop today, as promised yesterday) was featured on Etsy's front page this evening. Many thanks to those who chose it!

Originals!

2009-03-02T20:17:00.001-08:00

I just wanted to take a moment to let everyone know that I'll be listing some original illustrations in my shop tomorrow. Stay tuned!

For now, I leave you with a snippet from my sketchbook (more to come).

Two new editorial illustrations

2009-02-26T11:13:00.001-08:00

These two watercolors were done as part of an editorial assignment (an article that dealt with the use of cosmetics and other beauty products and the attitudes surrounding them). The spread (the first image) was a bit of an experiment, as I painted it on clayboard. In the past, I've only ever used watercolor paper when using watercolors. It was certainly an interesting surface to work with, but I definitely prefer paper.

Let Them Eat Cake

2009-02-19T06:07:00.000-08:00

I've never really done a poster illustration, so this is somewhat of a first for me. I decided to tackle the current economic/Wall Street issue, but using less of a "doom-and-gloom" approach (and I wanted it to have the feel of a fashion illustration). I think the situation at the time of the French Revolution relates well to today.

Lil' Rooster

2009-02-14T18:41:00.001-08:00

Here is a quick little pen and ink drawing done as part of a practice sample for one of my classes. This is typically the second phase of my artwork, following a pencil sketch and prior to the addition of watercolor. Happy Valentines Day, everyone!

Food + Finance

2009-02-11T19:43:00.001-08:00

Here are my two latest pieces of artwork, created for Markets class. I wanted to tie together the concepts of food and finance (the latter being particularly relevant right now) in a pleasant way. Here they are! They're done in watercolor and digital media. I'll be adding prints of at least one of the two to the shop. I hope everyone is having a great week and enjoying the warmer weather that most of the country is getting!!

Fille et Lapin

2009-02-08T19:56:00.000-08:00

The weekend was super-busy between schoolwork, my graduate review, and my job, but here's a sketch I inked, and then polished off with a little watercolor/digital media. I'm thinking of offering it in the shop as a small print or postcard. Rabbits are infesting my sketchbook these days!

New art to share

2009-02-05T07:32:00.000-08:00

I thought I'd share a pair of my recent illustrations done in my Markets class. These are portraits of Reese Witherspoon and Christina Ricci, done in digital media. I don't plan on selling prints of these as they're strictly portfolio pieces, but if you're interested in them, you can contact me to purchase prints. They each measure 8.5 in x 11in. More art is in the works. Happy Thursday, everyone!!

My February Treasury

2009-02-02T17:28:00.001-08:00

So here is my latest Etsy treasury, published yesterday! These folks are all a talented bunch, don't you think? To see the actual treasury, click here.

In the meantime, swing by my shop to see what's new!

Tennessee Revisited

2009-01-26T18:31:00.000-08:00

Here are a few more pictures from my visit home to East Tennessee over Thanksgiving. I can't deny that I think it's one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Something different.

2009-01-25T17:49:00.000-08:00

So here is my latest illustration. This is acrylic on a textured board, using the Fletcher color system (a technique which involves selecting a "soloist" color from the color wheel, which makes up 10% of the painting and is accompanied by two "chorus" colors and a number of corresponding colors. While I like textured surfaces and acrylic paint, I normally don't work with either of the two (at least, I haven't in quite some time). Still, I'm pleased with this one. Prints are available in my Etsy shop!

My husband and I saw The Curious Case of Benjamin Button today, and it was absolutely the most beautiful film I've seen in years. Do check it out.

New Illustration!

2009-01-20T15:29:00.000-08:00

Here's my latest illustration, "The Grand Pumpkin Pie." I typically work in watercolor and ink, but I'm employing digital techniques more and more frequently. This piece was somewhat of an experiment (and an assignment), and I'm really pleased with the outcome. Expect more pieces done in this method! Prints are available in my Etsy shop!

New items...

2009-01-15T06:48:00.000-08:00

Over the past few days I updated the shop a little, adding a new print, new sketchbook, and a set of originals. Have a look! I'll be adding more newness over the course of the next couple of weeks. I'm hoping to have fifty items in the shop by mid-February.

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Parisian Etsy Treasury!

2008-12-25T09:32:00.001-08:00

Good afternoon and Merry Christmas to all!

This morning I managed to snag an Etsy treasury, which I created based on a Parisian theme. Check it out!

And here is my shop, complete with new custom art listings:

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New Etsy listing: Custom Illustration!

2008-12-24T08:41:00.001-08:00

So I'm trying something new! I'm listing a commissioned illustration of your choice on my Etsy site. Here's the listing for the details:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19001265

I'm really excited, so pass the word along!!

-Charla

Merry Christmas!!

Etsy Happenings (Update)

2008-12-23T07:12:00.000-08:00

So I am continuing to fill my Etsy shop with new items, and I thought I'd show what things are looking like just before Christmas:

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I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season!!

-Charla

Tennessee visit

2008-12-07T09:48:00.001-08:00