DEEP SEA STEPH

I am off folks!
Have a great weekend and I will be thinking about my lovelys while we are out to sea!

Smmmmooches
steph

BALTIMORE

Howdy Folks,
Adam and I made it a-okay that is after we got out of the NY hail storm. We got into MD so late that all we wanted to do was sleep. But sure enough bright and early we were up ready to roll, so Adam, myself, and his exquisite Aunt Julie all went to the Baltimore Aquarium. This for the record was my first time in Baltimore. I think the most interesting thing was this weekend is the 15th annual Anime convention at what the local call the BCC. This is a huge world wide event and people spare no expense. I have never been into Anime, but I could definitely appreciate the creativity of the costumes they donned. We are heading out to the yatch later and that means no Internet access, but I will be sure to think of all my lovelys while I am out getting a tan. Stay cool...

Smooches
Steph

Its My Firday and I will Go on Vacation if I Want to!

Hello my Lovelys

that is right folks I am heading off into the great unknown today (okay it is Maryland) but it is far far away from work!.. Okay okay I will stop rubbing it in. Realize I haven't been on vacation in forever.





I would like to thank everyone for the GREAT feedback. Props to my fiber art/mixed media group they really know how to welcome a lady.

Okat this little jobby to the right will be the LAST art post until I come back (don't worry I will be on the blogg, just might not be everyday). Something fishy is going on. Example, Monday I did the 'Am I Too' and I had an awful time with bathing suits the next day. And on Tuesday I painted the picture that you see here and last night I had the wildest most horrifying dream EVER. I will save you the grusome details. Please understand that I am 100% a horror fantatic watch it, create it (viedos and painting), and breath it, but last night was down right spooky. So this painting although I hope isn't forshadowing anything reminds us the keep our eyes peeled.

Of course I can justify the sweetness of this painting to. 'Not Alone' can represent the feeling we as woman have from other woman. There are many woman out there just like you that are 'lurking' in the shadows lookiing for a friend like you.

It is art people put your own spin on it. If a piece of art doesn't make you emote than it isn't the right piece for you!

I still haven't recieved any songs............ If you are new to the blog look at the blog heading "I am looking for you" and blog me with a song or email me at fantasticfigments@yahoo.com

Well busy busy girl today, even though I would love to stay and chat. Don't forget me while I am gone! Check back and see what I am doing on vacation, who knows what kind of trouble I will be getting into.]

Smooches,
Steph

Bagel Wednesday & And nakedness!!!!

YAYAYA it's Bagle Wednesday at work.. I can't wait. I love when I don't have to think about making breakfast in the morning. Soooooo... This was me yesterday ------>

after spending hours and hours looking for a bathing suit. If you can't tell by my runny makeup and makeshift sad face that I had no luck then I will try to take a picture of my bruised ego. I am a young lady of a short stature and find that finding a bathing suit it near impossible. NOTHING FITS!!! To make matters worse I went to three stores and they only had ugly ones left. If the straps aren't falling down than the crotch is droopy.. I CAN"T WIN! I am praying that they have some suits in Maryland where I will be on vacation... If not there will be a lot of NAKEDNESS.... and I promise it isn't pretty. OH TWELL..

Anywho! As I promised I would be putting up the second painting that I did Monday. I must have foreseen the problems I was going to be running into. This is poppy-cock. You are nothing but the most beautiful you! Although it is hard sometimes when you are looking in a three sided mirror under florescent lighting. But still I am who I am and that is all that I am. And that is coming from a guy that only uses one eye, has huge arm but small wrists, and whose voice could compete with Fran Dressers (Spelling). Just keep your head up and push forward. And remember if you ever need someone to talk to I am here. Don't second guess yourself or allow outside influences drag down your spirit.

Still waiting for some people to submit some song that they think I should use as a muse for my paintings. email me at fantasticfigments@yahoo.com or message me on the old blog. The musician/musicians will get full recognition on the back of the canvas and the painting will be selling on ebay.

Tip of the day: I know I have missed a day or two, but .... Are you having a hard time getting your paint brush to make super fine lines? Okay I think I might know what your prob is.... So you go into your art supply store and you buy the shortest thinnest bristled brush you can find. Makes perfect sense right? Only 1/2 wrong. You want to definitely get the thinnest brush but look for longer (no super long just long) bristles. Moreover the longer the bristle the more pressure the hair will absorb before the paint touched the canvas. With a short bristle bush the hairs are touching with full pressure. Also, hold the brush above the little metal piece, the wood will also absorb some of the pressure. High quality acrylics can also hinder the perfect find line since it can be heavy. There are plenty of products out there that will help thin the paint, but I have never been opposed to a touch of water. Oh ya and if you are doing mixed media scarp everything I just said and use an ultra fine sharpie :)

Best Wishes for my lovies today

Smooches,

Steph

I Am Looking For You

Howdy Howdy and Happy Morning to you all. Or Happy Afternoon or Night depending on what part of the world you are currently residing in.

So lets see.. As most of you know, if I should be so bold as to beat the dead horse, I will be on vacation in two days for the duration of 10 days and will not be painting BUT BUT... I was struck down with an idea yesterday. Explanation: I am a HUGE music lover and I love start up bands and musicians of all types, and I have always wanted to make a piece to reflects a song. This is where you come in! I would like you to send me via email/ myspace site, etc... a song from you, a band that you know, or maybe a Celtic sweetheart that you would like to see me turn into art. ALLLLLL suggestions are welcome. I will choose the lucky song when I arrive back in town and get my druthers about me. Sounds FUNNNNN right?!?!?! Lets make the magic happen people. Plus this is a great way to get your name out there. The artwork will be placed on ebay after completion and full recognition will be given to the musician/s with credits on the back of the painting.

On to different business. ISN"T THIS SOOO CUTE.... That is right and you can have an original! Sorry this one is spoken for, BUT BUT... I work on commission. This is a 5X7 that I can remake it to be customized to your bride or bride to be. Customization options: hair color, eye color, skin color, background color (not white), corner flower color, and a short text message (ex. Bride to Be, Here Comes the Bride, Going to the Chapel, no more than 4 words and no really long words) I say this because you want to be able to read them and this is a smaller table top canvas. At any rate this would make a GREAT GREAT bridal shower or wedding gift. Price is $35.00 + $4.00 shipping and handling, option for free gift wrapping, payment by money order only. GREAT offer, perfect gift DON"T pass it up!

I did do another piece last night but I think I will post that tomorrow since I am going to be BUSSY tonight. Can you believe I am going on a yacht (spelling)!!!!!!!!!!!!!! but wait I don't have a bathing suit. Call me last minute Steph! In my defense, I haven't put on a bathing suit since last summer and I have lost about 25lbs and the one I had doesn't fit, but I didn't know, I thougth I could still make do. Oh well, good intentions right. So I will be suit hunting tonight and picking up odds and ends as I am not sure if I am going to have time to hit up the studio.

Must be off. My sweetest wishes for you today!

Smooches,

Steph xoxoxoxox

Reminder/ Special Annoucement(at the bottom)

*** Just a friendly reminder from your neighborhood artist!***** Starting August 8th I will be on vacation. During this time there will be no eBay listing or new painting, but I will be checking my blog frequently and when I come back there will be plenty of sketches!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*******



This was an amazing weekend. A lot of neat occurrences took place and a lot of things fell into place. I don't know the answers to everything, I don't know if there is a God, or if there are angels but someone has been looking down on my lately with all the good fortune I have been having and I am infinitely thankful.



I have amazing parents. SOO SOO amazing, giving, caring, kind, funny, loving, compassionate, etc... Anyway. I received a call on Saturday that they were coming into town and my Dad wanted to take me on a shopping spree for art supplies. AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWEEE.. I know I know. Believe me I am infinitely thankful. So I am all set on supplies. Due to such extraordinary kindness I made them a gift. And of course there is no better gift than a hand-made gift from the heart!

I am sure you have concluded that this original will never be for sale, but there will be prints made in the future selling on Etsy if you are interested. This is a great gift to give to your parents. You should always let your parents know how much you love them and how vital they were in making you the best you.

***Special Announcement**** If the sun star and moon align than when I return from vacation my video camera will be fixed... What does that mean!!!!!!!!!!!! VIDEO BLOGGGGGSSSSS... I know I can see the excitement on your face. I can't wait for you to join me on my adventures. Please check back frequently for updates.

**Tip of the day:

Finishes. Don't limit yourself. There are many many many different ways to seal off a painting/ piece of art. You don't have to do what everyone else is doing be different. Try a matte finish, try a glossy finish. Try it all. Use it all. Never limit your creativity

SMOOCHES,

Steph

Sunday and The World Is Mine

You know that sometimes when you wake up that 'today is going to be a good day'. Great feeling! I knew today was going to be a good day because when I wanted into the living room it wasn't blistering hot. Yet another thing you should know about me. I have a very hard time handling the heat. Makes me feel oogie. Well I am sure you can see my new piece. Isn't she cute. I have had many new pieces this weekend.. call me productive. Sometimes you have to 'Rock On' to your own beat. How tired are we of the cookie cutter life styles out there. The mundane and the boring. Again people if life isn't fun WHAT THE HECK ARE YOU DOING! So this little piece here is a reminder to all of us to let out inner rocker out sometimes to breath. Here is another newbie. As you can definitely tell I have been jazzing up the colors. It was a very rainy weekend here and of course I could find nothing but beauty in it. I love you run and laugh and play in the rain. Let loose and don't worry about getting your hair wet. Of course I wouldn't say that if I had somewhere nice to go, but that is when you get a fun Umbrella. And last but not least. I have been showing this collection slowly 'The Prissy Pooch'! Gotta love her. This snooty poodle is too cute for words. I posted the second one first but Here is the beginning!


I would like to take this time to say that all my originals will be for sale. THAT IS RIGHT!!!!!!!!! You will have the chance you have your very own realbie. But I need your help. Before I sell I need to archive all my painting (scan them) so I can make copies. I have scanned some on my home scanner, but I just can't get the color to come out like it should. Sometimes I use florescent ink and the scanner makes it super pale. So the tip off the day is a tip for me. Any suggestions? Oh ya and they have to be scanned digital cameras don't do the job as well.

Have the most rockin day ever!
Smooches
Steph