Sentimental Sara

Halloween 2011

2011-11-01T14:51:00.000-05:00

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Halloween Light Show 2011 - This Is Halloween

2011-10-27T12:46:00.000-05:00

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My Online Drawing

2011-04-04T14:04:00.001-05:00

Arrest Made In J.J. Willman Murder Case - KTVI

2011-03-29T15:40:00.000-05:00

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My Online Drawing

2011-02-17T10:09:00.001-06:00

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-11T14:05:00.000-06:00

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Window Painting 2010 - Sneak Peek!

2010-12-09T09:07:00.000-06:00

Sneak Peek! :) This is a terrible webcam shot of my window painting, but you can see the trees I've finished. I'm pretty happy with how they've turned out. Soon, you won't see our neighbors house across the street at all. Heh I'll be sure to take a real picture once I'm done. It's been a lot of fun to do. I think I'll have to wait until Saturday to finish it. It hasn't been that hard to paint

Sunscreen Song

2010-12-02T12:42:00.000-06:00

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The light shines!

2010-10-06T12:48:00.001-05:00

I drew this one for my Mommy :) John 1:5 "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." Here are a few in progress images: var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try {

Autumn Leaf Drawing

2010-10-05T13:34:00.002-05:00

(This one is for my Daddy.) Autumn Leaf Drawing - Finished! Those veins nearly killed my wrist. LOL Here is an in progress shot: var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._

Shades of Blue

2010-09-14T21:20:00.003-05:00

For Kohler's "Shades of Blue" graffiti contest - A blue slice of orange! :) var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); }

Baby Norah

2010-09-14T14:44:00.004-05:00

Bah... Babies are HARD! It's not near as cute as she really is, but it was fun and great practice. var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");

It's Kind of a Funny Story

2010-09-10T16:16:00.001-05:00

So, drawing Jessi's birthday cupcake this morning definitely put me in the mood to draw. So, here's another after I saw a contest to draw something that goes under the category, "It's Kind of a Funny Story." I thought this was fitting... What do YOU think?!? var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript

Happy Birthday Jessi

2010-09-10T11:44:00.000-05:00

Happy Birthday Sis! Since you're too far away for me to bake you cupcakes, I thought I'd do the next best thing - DRAW you one! Hehe Enjoy! Lots o' Love, Sara (And the boys!) var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/

Painted Elephant

2010-05-24T17:57:00.002-05:00

Our Son, Anthony

2010-01-20T13:42:00.002-06:00

Phew, this was difficult for me. I have little practice with portraits. I enjoyed my struggles though. :) This is a portrait of Anthony at nine years old. He is now 10.Flash tool used (Animated replay)Created Jan 19, 2010

Tropical Gardenia

2010-01-06T14:41:00.004-06:00

RateMyDrawings continues to raise their ink limit, but somehow I always manage to run low way before I'm ready. The result (background) was not quite what I had intended since I had so little ink to play around with.Another lunch hour spent drawing with my tablet. :o}

Brainstorm

2010-01-05T13:57:00.003-06:00

Spent my lunch doodling a bit. Nothing fancy, just a bit of whimsical fun.

OCD - Speech Video 2

2009-09-10T08:57:00.006-05:00

Well, this is my second speech for my class. I was able to read a lot less this time, so that was some improvement. We were supposed to focus on movement and gestures this time, so that explains the awkward hand flailing! *grin* I took a million shots before this one. I would do one part perfect, and then something would go wrong, so I'd start over. Then, I'd mess up what I usually got right

Self Introductory Speech

2009-08-26T18:22:00.005-05:00

Well, I tried to stop time completely, but my speech class has begun anyway!I also tried to convince MANY friend and family members to log in as Sara Bequette and complete my speeches for me, but no one would play along. I think they hate me! LOLIt appears no one likes giving speeches...At least I'm not alone!This is my "Self Introductory Speech." I had just posted my autobiography about my

Pysanky Puzzle

2009-07-31T10:00:00.001-05:00

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A Puzzling Drawing

2009-07-30T10:00:00.000-05:00

Below is a puzzle I created using PuzzleBee. The image is a still life drawing I did in 2008. If you enjoy this one, please check out my recent entry: Painted Puzzle.Create your own puzzles at PuzzleBee.com!var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/

Painted Puzzle:

2009-07-29T10:17:00.002-05:00

I created a puzzle using an illustration that I recently painted in acrylics. If you like puzzles... Check this out!Create your own puzzles at PuzzleBee.com!var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _

Cherry-Licious

2009-07-22T16:06:00.002-05:00

Ashton Kutcher vs. CNN!

2009-04-17T00:11:00.002-05:00

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Lake of Fire

2009-04-16T21:58:00.002-05:00

Do you see those letters, uh, floating there?

2009-02-23T11:05:00.004-06:00

Yes, if you stand in this spot in the parking garage shown in the photo, the word "DOWN" is just floating there. The sign was designed by an artist who won an award for it, because there are apparently awards for making innovative signage in parking garages. He created the effect of continuous letters by adjusting the angles for appropriate perspective as they reached walls, just like in those

Dog Tired

2009-02-04T09:25:00.004-06:00

An older, tired-looking dog wandered into my yard.I could tell from his collar and well-fed belly that he had a home and was well taken care of.He calmly came over to me, I gave him a few pats on his head;he then followed me into my house, slowly walked down thehall, curled up in the corner and fell asleep.. An hour later, he went to the door, and I let him out. The next day he was

Polar Bear Plunge

2009-01-30T13:17:00.005-06:00

One of the branch managers at our Saint Louis branch, Bill Hohmeier, is taking the Polar Bear Plunge! To raise money for the Special Olympics a bunch of crazy guys are getting together to jump in a local lake in the freezing cold winter weather on February 7th. I have added the widget just to the left if any of you can spare a few dollars for a wonderful cause. Unfortunately times are tough and I

He's gonna lose it

2009-01-29T11:37:00.003-06:00

Ashton Kutcher took this video with his phone at 7:30 am this morning. He's gonna lose it! hahaBeware: Ashton uses foul language in this video, so don't watch with little one's around!var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")

Pause for Paws

2009-01-27T22:34:00.004-06:00

Or, rather "Give Pause for Paws"...I took my ten thumbnails (See post here.) from my Typography class and began anew. You see, our assignment description actually asked that we design a poster for a cause. I spent a few hours browsing the internet hoping something would jump out and me and get my creative juices flowing. However, I couldn't think of anything. So, I then began focusing on letters

New SpringWidget - RSS Feed

2009-01-26T18:31:00.002-06:00

For those of you using SpringWidgets; I have developed the following RSS feed widget for my blog. Simply click the small green icon on the bottom left to add this to your widgets.Yes! Is IS as simple as that...Get this widget!Visit the Widget Gallery

Typography

2009-01-24T20:10:00.010-06:00

I have just finished my second week in my Typography class. It's going well and I'm enjoying the work so far. These classes always gets more fun as the weeks progress. I have three assignments due each week; first are ten thumbnails coinciding with the particular project speculations, then we have a rough draft of one and a final draft. Here is my final draft from the first week. It is a couple

New Blog Design

2009-01-22T17:21:00.006-06:00

I decided to tackle creating my very first layout. I took the background picture from my old layout and created a very basic background consisting of the tank, maroon, and a bit of white to begin from scratch. I got the rest of the pictures from a few different digital scrapbooking sites to create some flair. I created the monogram "b" using a gold square, green circle, and bright rainbow colored

Signature Test

2009-01-22T11:20:00.003-06:00

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My very first digital portrait

2009-01-21T13:56:00.006-06:00

My very first attempt at a digital portrait. Unfortunately, I ran out of ink with lots of touch ups left unattended to. :o( Oh well, I enjoyed drawing what I was able to finish. Thank you in advance for any helpful criticism!

Blank Checks

2009-01-20T13:09:00.015-06:00

Well, I still have footballs to finish, but I had another project request this morning and I thought it would be a nice break. I was asked to handwrite on these large cardboard checks to be given out at the same meeting as the footballs. Sealants is our distributor of supplies to all of our branches across the U.S. They work out of the warehouse downstairs. Here are some video and pictures of the

Super Bowl

2009-01-19T12:50:00.010-06:00

Well, those of you who know me - already know this has absolutely nothing to do with the actual sport; sorry fellas. However, it does involve footballs.You see, our company's Chairman of the Board always said that he wanted to see us have a "super bowl year." Well, in 2006 we beat our record profit since we were established in 1915. (We have also beat that record in 2007 and again in 2008.) Word

Read no further if your name ends in "il" and starts with "G"

2009-01-16T14:06:00.008-06:00

Okay so Dad's birthday is around the corner. (Luckily he doesn't read this blog... and Dad - in case you do stumble across this page for some reason... go to some other page, 'cause this isn't intended for your eyes! :op)Birthday Gift Idea!Poor Dad always seems to get left out. I just never know what to get him and I hate to think that he may feel unappreciated for all that he does for us. Well,

Boy turns into Man - Cool Animation

2009-01-16T11:41:00.001-06:00

I just had to share this animation. I certainly think it's worth a few minutes of your time... Someone put a LOT of time and effort into putting this thing together and it's pretty funny. See for yourself, and don't forget to let me know what you think!

Thoughts Without Language

2009-01-13T21:42:00.004-06:00

I begin my Typography class today with a very intriguing question:"We all have thoughts passing through our minds throughout the day. What kinds of thoughts (if any) do you think you would have if there were no such thing as language? " I imagine thoughts full of color and shapes. Shimmery bright happy thoughts and vibrant and dark swirling emotion. I think even if there were no

Goodbye Twenties...

2009-01-05T10:36:00.005-06:00

Well, this is it. Today is the day that I've been dreading for the past five years.Today I am 30. *sob*I can no longer say that I am in my 20's.... a whole decade, gone!My family threw me a wonderful surprise birthday party on New Year's Eve (which quickly explained why Mom was so adamant that we go in the first place. We were tempted to stay home and lay low this year.) It was a great evening

Happy New Year - 2009!

2009-01-01T00:00:00.000-06:00

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Anthony's Santa Hat

2008-12-22T22:31:00.005-06:00

I brought out the video camera to capture some images of the boys for a project I'm working on. Here are two of the videos of Anthony and then some of all three. I was merely trying to get some good snapshots, but the videos are pretty noteworthy (though I am biased...) Let me know what you think!"Merry Christmas everybody!"Awww, what a smile!(In case you're curious - like me - I threw in "Okay,

Nathan as Santa

2008-12-22T22:26:00.001-06:00

Nathan has the most adorable grin, but put a camera in his face and he has this tight, silly grin that I can NOT get him to break from... try as I might!See for yourself:Oh yeah, don't forget to check out my last postcontaining videos of Joel HERE!var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "

Santa Claus is coming!

2008-12-22T22:12:00.000-06:00

I was attempting to get Baby Joel to smile for a picture, but the video turned out pretty cute too... take a look! *smile!*Here's another video of Joel doing his rendition of "Jingle Bells!"var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/

I aced this week's quiz!

2008-12-18T17:30:00.004-06:00

Oh my gosh! I just received my grade for this week's Algebra quiz and I aced it! This one seemed easier to me than the rest. I actually enjoyed the word problems this time, rather than staying up all night pulling my hair out trying to come up with an equation for a problem like;"The Hudson River flows at a rate of 3 miles per hour. A patrol boat travels 60 miles upriver, and returns in a total

2008-12-16T15:30:00.002-06:00

Santa; "So, Joel... what would you like for Christmas?" (This is where you guess what Joel wants...)Joel wants a horse!He asked Santa for one last weekend and told me that was what he wanted when I asked him. I said "Where will we keep a horse?" He replied, "in the backyard! Then, you can walk him while I ride him around the block!"*sigh*I think we may need a bigger Christmas tree!var gaJsHost =

Buying Eyeglasses Online

2008-12-04T10:36:00.017-06:00

Won’t cost you a fortune anymore!As most of you know I found out that I had to wear glasses in second grade. That trip home was full of many little miracles for me. I had no idea that my vision was poor prior to that day.Once my doctor placed those frames on my little nose things came into focus for the very first time. Mom put me in the car and as we were driving down the road that spring I was

Connect Now & Watch Me!

2008-12-03T21:23:00.013-06:00

Come check it out... click HERE to share my computer screen in my new meeting room. Perhaps watch me design a layout or two. ;o}Well, I'll mention in the "Links of Interest" above if I am "ONLINE" or "OFFLINE," so, check there and join me if you can. *smile!*var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" +

Diaper Dan

2008-12-03T17:43:00.008-06:00

I know, I know... it's supposed to be "Dapper Dan," but that's what came to mind when I decided to share a little something with you (...perhaps merely the two of you that already know about them... but, oh well. *Ahem* Where was I...? Oh yes!). Look at this crafty idea for holding a spare diaper and wipes for those little outings with baby. My cousin, Rachel has all these fun hand-made items in

Goodbye Fall

2008-12-02T16:04:00.028-06:00

It's Rolie Polie Joel-ie![Note: I'll soon be posting TONS of video and pics from the North family reunion, so stay tuned!]Well, now that Autumn is coming to a close I thought I'd post some videos of our family outing in October. The place we usually go to is now only selling Christmas trees until they run out of those and close for good. I was very depressed to hear that our yearly tradition of

Enjoy The Show

2008-11-21T13:10:00.004-06:00

This song "The Show" by Lenka was stuck in my head ALL DAY yesterday. I had to look it up because I could not remember who sang it. I usually have to listen to an entire song to get the small portion out of my head. Anyway, here's the video of this great new song, if you haven't heard it...Now you'll have it stuck in your head too! *Insert evil laugh here* :opvar gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

Address not found

2008-11-17T14:08:00.011-06:00

Has anyone tried mapping an address that isn't found by Mapquest, Google Maps, Yahoo Maps, or the like? Our entire subdivision is nothing but dirt on Google Earth and our address does not exist with any map I have used in the last three years. It's frustrating when you're trying to give out directions and you can't pull up a map without finding the spot yourself. Here's a map of our subdivision

College Math I

2008-11-14T10:28:00.005-06:00

I have officially finished my first full year of college courses! Yay ME! heheMy College Math I class began last night. Would you believe I'm actually looking forward to taking this class!? Especially after my last two utterly boring classes: Concept Development and Analysis & History of Design *yawn*.Did I lose you too?I am actually quite fond of algebra and am anxious to begin. We'll see how

Gift Ideas for Joel:

2008-11-13T10:59:00.005-06:00

Joel's gift ideas:Well, a few family members have been asking what to get Joel for his birthday, so I decided to dedicate a post to what Joel likes and what he would enjoy.Joel hasn't really found his favorite subject like a particular movie, animals, or cars/trucks so finding suggestions for him can be tricky. However, finding something he will love is simple. He loves almost any toys and games

Joel is THREE!

2008-11-10T17:16:00.008-06:00

I've sent out an Evite for our birthday party -slash- candle party this Sunday:Follow this LINK and let me know if you can attend!Love,~Sara~var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("

Painting with lipstick:

2008-11-05T12:01:00.007-06:00

Wow, you have to watch this painting of Angelina Jolie created with LIPSTICK! It's fascinating... I would have never thought to use lipstick to draw, but I bet it would blend great. Though, I'm not sure where the artist gets all these obscure colors. Quite an expensive hobby! Let me know what you think...var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");

Election Day 2008

2008-11-04T22:17:00.005-06:00

Matt and I voted today shortly before the polls were closed. Luckily, there was not a line because the boys were sitting quietly in the hall just outside the room. We accepted some bumper stickers and what-not from a woman outside the church on our way in, but when we entered the room to vote a woman took them from us and when we were finished voting Matt asked to have them back and the woman

Clear Platform Heel

2008-10-28T12:52:00.007-05:00

Just a quick draw with my tablet. Hope you enjoy! :oD \This image represented more to me than just cheap plastic shoes. This represented all those fun special moments spent with the girly friends throughout my lifetime. I like to think that we shared moments and sides of ourselves that were rarely shown to others. We could be as silly as we wanted, as dorky as we cared to be, and sometimes a bit

Frank TV Countdown

2008-10-20T12:24:00.003-05:00

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The Water Within

2008-10-10T12:07:00.004-05:00

I doodled this one while talking on the phone. I have no clue how to explain it. lol I can't believe I'm even submitting this one... oh well, here goes. XoD(I think it's obvious that there was no ref pic for this one! lol)var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js'

Cat & Moon

2008-10-06T18:00:00.002-05:00

A more playful approach to Halloween. ;o}var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();} catch(err) {}

Drawing Class

2008-10-01T16:03:00.017-05:00

Well,Once I began my "Concept Development" class (just finished that one - was the most boring class I've EVER taken, but I got another A!) and then there was the unexpected wedding; needless to say, I dropped the ball on my drawing class posts. Here's a few additional drawings that I believe I had yet to post:This was a one minute drawing using permanent marker. This was in response to one of

Candy Corn

2008-10-01T14:38:00.005-05:00

Another Halloween treat...Please excuse the weird playback... I changed the canvas color at the last second. Xo] D'oh!var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");

Marble on Marble

2008-10-01T00:44:00.007-05:00

I did look at an image of a marble when creating this one. I wanted something simple. I was testing the new java drawing tools that RMD has offered to a select few artists. It is more like Photoshop. You have more tools, layers, and the biggest selling point; unlimited ink, but it does not show the drawing animation once completed. For that reason alone, I don't like it much. Being able to watch

Say hello to Skully

2008-09-30T13:50:00.007-05:00

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Interesting video:

2008-09-29T16:33:00.005-05:00

Well, this is rare... I usually stay clear of politics, at least publicly. BUT:Here's an interesting video titled, "Burning down the house: What caused our economic crisis? V2"My Mom passed this along to me. It has been posted to a political page on YouTube by the user named, "TheMouthPeace."Definitely opposed to Obama and supportive of McCain, but regardless of who you are voting for; I think

Barnyard Profile

2008-09-23T18:59:00.007-05:00

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Alternate Reflection #2

2008-09-23T14:51:00.006-05:00

Fresh Water POP Display:

2008-09-22T22:25:00.012-05:00

Don't ask... I'll try to explain later. For now, I'm uploading videos for homework. :o) Supplies Box Box 2 Box standing for scale Glue shelves to box for displayvar gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));

Stone Hill & Hermanhoff Wineries:

2008-09-22T13:24:00.013-05:00

Matt & I went to the Stone Hill & Hermanhoff wineries with the Western employees at my office on Saturday. I had my first experience getting a tad toasted from wine. I found this really sweet "Pink Catawba" and after just a few glasses was already feeling the effects. I was glad we were headed back to the bus, but only then found out we were going to another winery - Hermanhoff! Once we arrived

Fish Pool 2008

2008-09-06T13:26:00.009-05:00

Below is a video of the boys fishing in the public pool earlier today. They each had a blast and we are now very proud owners of three goldfish. Joel has the smallest, Nathan is the medium, and Anthony's is the largest. Funny how it worked out that way!I did not get that much video of Joel because I ended up getting in (jeans and all) to help him. We were the last one's in his age group to catch

MillionBlogList.com

2008-08-25T14:56:00.004-05:00

I am #2129 on the Million Blog List. (Darn, I wanted 1979... I waited too long. lol)What number are you?var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._

Nathan's Turn!

2008-08-22T20:59:00.007-05:00

That's right ladies, I'm girl crazy. :oD .... Raaawr !var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();} catch(err) {}

Anthony's Crazy Talk

2008-08-22T20:08:00.004-05:00

Just having some fun with the laptop... ;o}Thought we'd share! var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();} catch(err) {}

Do I hear wedding bells?

2008-08-08T13:15:00.005-05:00

Guess where I am right now as this is being posted to the world wide web?(*Ahem* Cue the music)"dun-dun dahdun... dun-dun dahdun... Here comes the bride..."Getting married! That's right... after ten long years it is finally happening. Right now!***This is not a joke.... I repeat, this is not a joke....***Friday, August 8th, 2008 at 2:15 pm Matt and I are saying our vows, exchanging rings, and are

Nature or Still Life?:

2008-08-07T05:00:00.003-05:00

Our first week we also had to draw a still life with an art medium I had never used, "vine charcoal." I hated it rather quickly. Here's a small picture of what vine charcoal looks like.I attempted to draw a leaf, stick, and acorn in my very windy parking lot during lunch. I was not at all pleased. This stuff is like drawing with a burnt stick. If you draw over another mark, it completely erases

Drawing Class Begins: (A tulip)

2008-08-06T09:43:00.006-05:00

I didn't think I ever had more than one week off between semesters, so I was quite pleased to hear we would have a one month break. Well, my one month summer break from school was great. However, as any time off does - it flew by in a flash! I am now in "Drawing" class; which should explain my lack of posting. Back to the busy life!Here is some of my work from the first week of class (the next

Abstract Palm Tree

2008-07-02T14:27:00.013-05:00

(Screenie of finished drawing below.)Here's a link to "Abstract Palm Tree""Riccir; the guidelines, outline, initial shading. I added leaves, skin tone. Riccir added flowers, pot, erased guidelines, added border and then I finished with remaining ink. NOTE: No text tool used - those letters were painstakingly added by hand."(Drawn in collaboration with Riccir.)var gaJsHost = (("https:" ==

Artistic Plant

2008-06-27T12:21:00.011-05:00

Here's the link to "Artistic Plant""Hehe Just a little something in honor of this wonderful site (RMD = Rate My Drawings.) Ran out of ink… again *sigh* Note: I have received a few messages wondering what the first “symbol” is that the plant “draws.” It is “SRN” (sideways) which is my initials. ;o}" And, here's the finished shot screenie:var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "

Tropical Fish

2008-06-23T16:34:00.012-05:00

I have a feeling it's not going to finish either... so there's a screenie of the completed image below.Here's a link to "Tropical Fish""Blue Striped Clownfish – Another mouse drawing. I’m beginning to think I’m better off using a mouse! lol Ref: Original image"var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" +

Glowing Candle

2008-06-19T17:10:00.007-05:00

Here's a link to "Glowing Candle""This was a fun one…! ;o} Hope you enjoy how it turned out."var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();}

Alternate Reflection

2008-06-18T11:48:00.009-05:00

Here's a link to "Alternate Reflection""What a courageous kitten! hehe I ran out of ink so I couldn’t finish the wet ground the way I would have liked to. :o("var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker =

Characters Competion Winner!

2008-06-12T09:59:00.011-05:00

In an email from RateMyDrawings.com I was told that my "Never go THAT way" drawing was chosen as a winner for the Character drawing competition. The prize is a RateMyDrawings poster. http://www.ratemydrawings.com/shop/Yay, I LOVE the poster and I cannot wait until it comes in the mail! ;o} Beginner's luck, I guess.Here is the link for the post of the drawing that won the competition - Click

Waterdrop

2008-06-09T17:24:00.008-05:00

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Frog Paradise for Drawing Day

2008-06-07T01:26:00.007-05:00

Here's a link to "Frog Paradise for Drawing Day""Well that was fun! :o}"var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();} catch(err) {}

Spheres & Ribbons for Drawing Day

2008-06-06T23:20:00.007-05:00

Here's a link to "Sphere s & Ribbons for Drawing Day""Just having fun with an abstract. :oD"var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._trackPageview();}

Peacock Feather for Drawing Day

2008-06-06T17:08:00.009-05:00

Here's a link to "Peacock Feather for Drawing Day""LOL Hope you like this one. My hand is now in knots!"var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www.");document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E"));try {var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-6731936-1");pageTracker._

Star Fairy for Drawing Day

2008-06-06T14:34:00.007-05:00

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Cheetah for Drawing Day

2008-06-06T09:32:00.008-05:00

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Comparing Computer Generated Art and Traditional Art

2008-06-05T21:50:00.005-05:00

[I have to write an essay every week for the English Comp class that I am currently taking. This topic is extremely relevant to me and I rather enjoyed writing it. I thought I would share it here...]There are those that prefer to create art using traditional methods; paint on canvas, watercolor, charcoal, ink, pencil, ceramics, sculpture, photography, among many other artistic mediums. Designers

Different

2008-05-28T18:00:00.006-05:00

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Sun Conures

2008-05-28T00:13:00.008-05:00

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Drawing Day 2008:

2008-05-24T01:19:00.009-05:00

The Big Day When is Drawing Day? Drawing Day this year is June 07, 2008. Unless otherwise noted, Drawing Day will be the first Saturday of June each year. What is Drawing Day? One day a year, the world stops to remember that joy we had when we first picked up a pencil and created our first piece of art - that's what Drawing Day is all about. The goal for Drawing Day is

Invisible Contour

2008-05-21T23:33:00.008-05:00

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Perspective: Week 6

2008-05-14T17:00:00.002-05:00

These classes are expedited, so there are only three days in week six. Then, the next class begins immediately after. Except between semesters, then we get a little over a week off. Anyway, the only assignment that I submitted this week was my final piece. Then, we finished with critiques of each other's work. I got a lot of great feedback in this class and really fed off of it. This was my first

Perspective: Week 5

2008-05-13T17:00:00.004-05:00

The fifth week we had to draw more in-depth and difficult objects. I thought I chose pretty difficult objects for the first drawing, so I just tried to find more obsure shapes for this one. We had to submit the outlines first, and then the same objects with shading and shadows added. Here are those:Then, our next assignment was to come up with four different ideas to do for our final project and

Perspective: Week 4

2008-05-12T17:00:00.002-05:00

Week four in Perspective became a bit more in depth, which I craved at this point. We began learning about how to draw shadows and reflections. I was absolutely intrigued. I had only been shown how to "guess" where the light source was and therefore "guess" where the shadows would be. I had not realized there could be any formula involved (if you can call it that.) This was the first time I had

Sentimental Sara

Halloween 2011

Halloween Light Show 2011 - This Is Halloween

My Online Drawing

Arrest Made In J.J. Willman Murder Case - KTVI

My Online Drawing

Merry Christmas!

Window Painting 2010 - Sneak Peek!

Sunscreen Song

The light shines!

Autumn Leaf Drawing

Shades of Blue

Baby Norah

It's Kind of a Funny Story

Happy Birthday Jessi

Painted Elephant

Our Son, Anthony

Tropical Gardenia

Brainstorm

OCD - Speech Video 2

Self Introductory Speech

Pysanky Puzzle

A Puzzling Drawing

Painted Puzzle:

Cherry-Licious

Ashton Kutcher vs. CNN!

Lake of Fire

Do you see those letters, uh, floating there?

Dog Tired

Polar Bear Plunge

He's gonna lose it

Pause for Paws

New SpringWidget - RSS Feed

Typography

New Blog Design

Signature Test

My very first digital portrait

Blank Checks

Super Bowl

Read no further if your name ends in "il" and starts with "G"

Boy turns into Man - Cool Animation

Thoughts Without Language

Goodbye Twenties...

Happy New Year - 2009!

Anthony's Santa Hat

Nathan as Santa

Santa Claus is coming!

I aced this week's quiz!

More Videos of Autumn '08:

Buying Eyeglasses Online

Connect Now & Watch Me!

Diaper Dan

Goodbye Fall

Enjoy The Show

Address not found

College Math I

Gift Ideas for Joel:

Joel is THREE!

Painting with lipstick:

Election Day 2008

Clear Platform Heel

Frank TV Countdown

The Water Within

Cat & Moon

Drawing Class

Candy Corn

Marble on Marble

Say hello to Skully

Interesting video:

Barnyard Profile

Alternate Reflection #2

Fresh Water POP Display:

Stone Hill & Hermanhoff Wineries:

Fish Pool 2008

MillionBlogList.com

Nathan's Turn!

Anthony's Crazy Talk

Do I hear wedding bells?

Nature or Still Life?:

Drawing Class Begins: (A tulip)