Hello my munchkins! How have you all been? Man, I really hate having a laptop that's half dead. I'll be opening up commission slots here soon to help up my funds for replacing this old one of mine.
But, in the mean time, I have been steadily working on what now has become a middle grade book, these past months. I had to up the age of my two main characters given what they are now faced with in the world created for them. I will be sharing all that I can with you lovely people...I'm working on a blog for it that will feature maps, characters designs and profiles, city profiles, the language of the world, short fairytale stories and so much more. All that is still a work in progress, but I have the banner for the front sketched out and ready to colour. I'm aiming for the end of March or April to have it up...so I'll just cross my fingers in hopes that I'll meet that deadline....if my laptop holds out.
Anyway, this is one of the characters from the story. I'm not going to reveal her name though, as it gives away too soon what the story is all about, but, for now she'll be known as the Gilded Lady. She's a very essential part of the book and she won't actually been seen until the end. Her gold bonnet there, (those aren't horns on her head. *winks*) though holds a clue to what she is though, and she's not exactly human. Okay, my lips are sealed for the rest of it though. *Evil laugh*
She's done in my usual way, watercolour pencils, used dry, sepia coloured inks and a little clean up editing done in Coral DRAW. She took a fair amount of time to complete though, as I was doing the Christmas rush where I work, which took all my energy and left me super lazy after. *laughs*
On a side note, I've moved my giveaway to next month, seeing that I missed The Our World Our Art blog even because of my failing laptop. *sigh* Ah well, there will be other events to attend right? Yay!
So, that's all for now my luvies. I was wondering though, I have part of a short story written out and I would love to share part of it with all of you, so I can have a feeling for how my writing practice is coming along. Would you guys like if I posted it here for you all to read?
Wishing you all a happy, wonderful and creative week! Cheers!
She is beautiful! I am amazed at the amount of detail you include in your art.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful that you are working on a book, you have my curiosity. I think it would be wonderful if you shared part of the story and i look forward to the blog!
lovely Sunday to you ~
How did I miss Our World Our Art??! I've been looking and waiting . . . humph.
ReplyDeleteWELL, I lOVE your idea, your book and blog sound like they will be wonderful - and this character is JUST gorgeous, xoxo!
I can't wait to see the blog dedicated to your book, and the book itself of course! I'm sure they'll both be amazing. And I'd love to read the excerpt from your short story. :)
ReplyDeleteYou didn't miss the event...read here:
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She had to postpone it til Spring!
It sounds like you sure have been busy! I can't wait to see this other blog you speak of....my Brother is a huge fan of this genre and I'd love to share your work/story with him!
This Gilded Mistress is just gorgeous, Erin....I always click to enlarge...always...I just love what you do so much :)
Hope you're staying warm,
Hugs,
Cam
Such wonderful work, as usual. I just know those commissions will pour in so that you can get that new laptop.
ReplyDeleteWell she's just FABULOUS. Your attention to detail is awe-inspiring! :)
ReplyDeleteI am ridiculously excited about your story and the blog you're making for it. I can't wait to delve into your imaginary world! ^_^
And yes, please post the short story!!!