Wow! It sure is raining today! Quite good actually because I don't have to have an excuse to stay in!
So, two rather unrelated (but equally loved by their parent) drawings here. The first is Boho Babe - some gorgeous young early '20 something gal who's persuing her artistic dreams no doubt.
Under Ms Boho is Backstage at the Bolshoi. These two young spirited ballerinas are having a gossip session and I think the one on the left has heard someone come backstage and she's a little worried about being caught out. You can find a small print of Backstage at the Bolshoi here and Boho Babe here in my shop!
...and! the gorgeous Gabbi of Felinofelice fame has a post at the moment that I am lucky enough to have my artwork in. Thank you so much Gabbi - a total honour! Do go have a look because it's truly a terrific read - you get to find out lots of interesting behind the scenes tidbits about the inner world of Gabbi!
I hope everyone is keeping warm and dry or cool and comfortable this weekend depending on your geographical location!
How I adore your 'rosy-cheeks' trademark! Gabbi is truly a sweetheart, isn't she?! Anyway, stay warm & dry...I sometimes forget some part of the world are having the winter... It's been hot here, I'm so ready for fall!
~XO*
Posted by: lenorenevermore | July 26, 2009 at 09:21 PM
I pretty much just want to reserve an entire wall in my apartment for your art ;)
Posted by: Tara | July 27, 2009 at 01:03 AM
they are BEAUTIFUL!!! and i love little miss gabbi, too, and her beautiful blog.
hope you are having a good one! lucky you with the rain. it is so hot here that it feels like i am an inch away from the sun. ugh. i hate the heat.
anywhooooooooooooo, have a fab day!
p.s. i think i would still settle for travis fimmel in his 'mere mortal' stage. although i would have rather had him in his calvin klein glory days. god. i would gobble him up! :)
Posted by: drollgirl | July 27, 2009 at 02:47 AM
Thank you Lenore! Yes, my gals are all healthy out doorsy types who have rosy red cheeks! Good luck in that heat - I trust it will abate soon and you guys get some much needed wiffs of Autumnal cool soon.
Gosh Tara - high praise indeed form you oh stylish one! XX
Thank you Drollgirl! That sounds ghastly by the way - tell that sun to ramp it down a few notches - it's too much to come on over and settle in your yard like that. Travis? Maybe we could do a whip round and buy him transport to your house for your B'day? I'd be into that! It's the least we could do for all that awesome blogging you do!
Posted by: Sam | July 27, 2009 at 04:54 AM
lovely illustrations you got here ;)
Posted by: Clau! | July 27, 2009 at 05:04 AM
I'm with Tara dear Sam! Such gorgeous new illustrations... I adore Boho Babe and Backstage at the Bolshoi is amazingly lovely. I definitely see the slight worry in her eyes... wonder what the gossip was about?? :D
Also, thank you so much for the mention and the kind words.♥ I'm forever a fan of your work. Hope you've had a great weekend and wishing you an even better week!xo
Posted by: Gabbi | July 27, 2009 at 08:00 AM
Love the ballerinas and the back story!
Posted by: The Clothes Horse | July 27, 2009 at 02:46 PM
I love both of these but I have to say that Boho Babe is my fave of all your lovely ladies so far!!! It's nice that you're able to find a positive in the rain. I struggle to do that! I can relate to liking an excuse for not having to leave the house though :)
I saw your lovely artwork on your friend Gabbi's blog yesterday. Wanted to ask you something but I've now forgotten what it was. If I remember I'll pop back later. I've misplaced my brain. Again. Hope your week is off to a good start Sam!
Posted by: Tracy | July 27, 2009 at 06:11 PM
I love the 2nd picture! The dresses are so lovely.
Posted by: Amelia | July 27, 2009 at 07:10 PM
I love Boho Babe! She looks very determined! Like 'I don't care about what others think, I will succeed!' I'm also a fan of her hairdo!
I would also have loved to be part of the backstage gossip. Looks juicy!
I missed hanging around your blog, time to catch up!
Posted by: SusannRomy | July 28, 2009 at 01:27 AM
it keep threatening to rain here, but alas, there's nothing.
love these, especially the first artistic girl. she kind of remind me of myself in my early 20's (that sounded egotistical, not how i meant it!)
Posted by: Down and Out Chic | July 28, 2009 at 02:04 AM
gabbi is amazing!
and so is your work. Boho babe - me love!
Posted by: miriam | July 28, 2009 at 02:23 AM
It has been raining rather hard here in London too, although I suppose that's a typical British summer! Wow, Boho Babe is so pretty :) Hope you managed to have a beautiful weekend, annnd I linked you in my sidebar.
Posted by: dapper kid | July 28, 2009 at 05:11 AM
Thank you Clau! Nice to meet you!!
Dear Gabbi - thank you! XX I think the two ballerinas are gossiping about some scandal involving the prima ballerina and the lead - for sure!
Thank you The Clothes Horse!
Gosh Tracy! That's a bit wow - that you think Boho Babe is your fave! ...and to think she was a second thought end of the day fun drawing too! I'm up for questions any time you remember them!! Have a lovely week too! XX
Amelia - thank you! Knowing your fine sense of style, I'd say the ballerinas are very flattered!
Susann! Welcome back - and long time no see! Thank you and I will pop over to your blog immediately - no doubt there is some delectable dish for me to drool over!! XX
Christina - I know what you mean - I can see you being an arty uni student totally! I love her hair too actually and am very envious of it!
Thank you Miriam - I must pop over to your blog to see if that young man with the fish won the competition.... :) Have a lovely week! XX
Dapper Kid - many thanks!! My first London blog pal - totally awesome! Now I can live in London vicariously through you!! Hope you had a great weekend too!
Posted by: Sam | July 28, 2009 at 05:58 AM
I love their expressions, especially in the second drawing. They look like they are up to no good, in the best way.
Posted by: abigail | July 28, 2009 at 12:48 PM
Hieee Sam!! Missed you while i was away. :) Im catching up on your all the posts i missed...loving them! Your work are always sooo sweet and lovely. Have a lovely merry happy week and love to you!
Posted by: Jacqueline | July 28, 2009 at 03:38 PM
More gorgeous gals here! Have you read the Phryne Fisher Mystery series from Kerry Greenwood...think you'd love them...
Posted by: Chrisy | July 28, 2009 at 07:31 PM
I wanted to be a ballerina just like those gossipy Bolshoi ballerinas! But I never got past the floor exercises.
Posted by: ondressingup | July 28, 2009 at 08:31 PM
Havent seen u for a while!;) *cough*
Ur work is pretty, u are so talented. Ur shop is really lovely!
Posted by: lyptis | July 29, 2009 at 01:14 AM
It's raining so hard here that I can barely hear the tv ( which is maybe 6 feet away at most)
I simply adore BoHo Babe. Such hope in her eyes- I certainly connect with that wonderful piece of art.
Posted by: Meghan | July 31, 2009 at 04:20 PM