Friday, August 31, 2012

Identical



It's so good to be back doing Illustration Friday again! I have been off the radar a bit lately designing up a storm in my new job but I am ready to focus on my illustrative endeavors again and have plenty of new ideas to keep my paintbrush busy. I thought the above illustration was a great one to show for this weeks word 'Identical' as it is my first ever attempt at painting on plywood. I created this piece by scanning in my pencils, creating colour layers, then printing each layer and making stencils using contact paper and my trusty cutter. I painted each stencil layer with acrylic. I plan to keep perfecting this technique as I hope to put on a solo exhibition next year showcasing works on plywood. Hope you like it!

Saturday, April 21, 2012

email promo


This is a new email promo I have created in order to send to art directors and publishers that accept email submissions. I will also attach a portfolio to these submissions but it gives the receiver a taste of what's to come, my contact details, and a lo-res image to send to others they think might be interested in my work. Let me know what you think! 

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Puzzled

Some 'puzzled' little penguins I painted last year using acrylic on board. I think they are just jealous of the end penguins natural charm and style! 

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Vocal

I have been using this lovely long weekend to have a bit of fun and play around with my digital style (in between chocolate eating of course!), I thought this weeks illustration friday word 'vocal' was a good one to practice on. After many hours yesterday huffing and puffing in the face of photoshop I decided to try my luck in Corel Painter 11. I found the brushes a bit easier to use and I also liked the sponge and airbrushing options. Its pretty obvious I was inspired by Mary Blair for this one! My goal is to capture the freedom and playfulness of traditional mediums in a digital format. Let me know what you think. x

Friday, April 6, 2012

HAPPY EASTER


A quick little illustration I did for fun over the long weekend. I am trying to perfect my digital style and bring a more hand done feel to the work. Hope my little bunnies make you smile!

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Swamp

Here is my little offering for this weeks Illustration Friday word Swamp. I thought these two little creatures might be found hanging out quite happily in a nice wet swamp. I call this piece 'Wanna grab a bite?'. I love using cheeky animals in my work and I have used these two on some greeting cards too. I have also started my professional facebook page recently and If you have time I would love you to check it out and let me know what you think. Thanks! rebekahfoordillustrations