Thursday, February 10, 2011

What's on my desk?

I'm working on a sweet board book project at the moment. I can't give many more details until it comes out but I'll give you a peek. You will see a little color study above the painting that I did digitally. I find it really helps me to do that before just jumping into a painting. That way, I can work out all the color issues ahead of time.

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12 comments:

  1. Kathleen RietzFebruary 10, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Love it, Phyllis! I think your style is perfect for this project. I love seeing what other talented artists are working on. ; )

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  2. Phyllis HarrisFebruary 10, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Thank you, Kate! I am having fun with it.

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  3. Stephen AitkenFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Isn't it great Phyllis to be able to do digital studies? I love doing little 2 x 3's cuz I can run through 3 or 4 options in an hour to come up with the best one.

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  4. Kelly H-YFebruary 10, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Ooohhhh, looks like fun ... so sweet!

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  5. Phyllis HarrisFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Yes, Stephen! Ever since I went back to traditional painting, doing the digital studies first has really helped.

    Thanks Kelly!

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  6. k.h.whitakerFebruary 10, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    very sweet

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Just love your style Phyllis. . .but of course that is not new. . . So wonderful!!

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  8. Phyllis HarrisFebruary 10, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    Aw shucks, Sherry...you are so sweet! Thank you!

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  9. patrice bartonFebruary 12, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    Oh, lovely, Phyllis!! I can't wait to see more!

    - And digital color studies - what a great time saver!

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  10. Paige KeiserFebruary 20, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Oh my gosh I've tried so many times to draw kids dancing and holding hands, and always hated the result. You're just too good Phyllis, this has so much movement. Wow I'm impressed, what a beauty of an illustration.

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  11. Cindy PaulFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Hi Phyllis, Your work is so enjoyable. I love playing around on the computer for color too. It is so much fun, especially layers and opacity. Anyway, your illustration is so sweet. Thanks for your advice earlier. Take care.

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  12. Mary HallFebruary 21, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    A lovely looking piece...fascinating to see it in production on your desk! (which I have to say looks extremely clean and orderly....unlike my own!)

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