IF: Fleeting

Just sneaking this one in under the deadline.  Had trouble visualizing a "fleeting" image.  Even the hubby was clueless.  I finally found inspiration on Wednesday when I made pancakes for my son and myself.  I try to make us pancakes at least once a week.  It is a very special time just between the two of us.  I don't know why but this pancake-eating event brings pure peace to my soul, and I always think about the preciousness of it and how one day we won't share these moments.  So, I think this image symbolizes many "fleeting" moments: the joys of childhood, simple pleasures, a mom's special pancake time with her son...  Of course, later that same week, the kid was driving me crazy and so I was having trouble sustaining the inspiration and thus felt no desire to draw our special moment.  But, he went to bed early tonight and so I was able to finish.

IF: Poise

A throwback to my earlier years, for this week's challenge, when I practically lived in a dance studio.  

IF: Legendary

No one ever believed him, but his fascinating stories about beautiful fish that always managed to get away were legendary.

IF: Intricate

Like an intricately knitted scarf...

Christmas Amaryllis

Here is my completed (yes!) colored pencil painting.  It is my first earnest effort with this medium.  I discovered the breadth of colored pencils a couple of years ago and have been studying them since then.  I love how "easy" colored pencils are.  There's no mess or set-up to deal with.  With that said, however, it's one of the more exhaustive art tools I've ever used.  This 8 x 10 painting took me four months to complete.  But I think the color that's achievable is so beautiful.  And the tediousness of CPs allow me to be so painstakingly exact, which I totally love.  I am pleased with this result, although I see soooo many mistakes.  The poor composition, for instance, just glares at me.  And the base of the bowl is a little wobbly.  All and all, I'm happy with it and can't wait to start the next one!  After a week of rest though.

IF: Breezy

Did this painting a couple of months ago and thought it would be suitable for this week's challenge.  It's my little one's favorite painting.  

IF: Instinct

Here's my first contribution to Illustration Friday.  I first discovered this communal site last summer and instantly became a fan.  I've been longing to participate ever since.  Not overjoyed by this piece; feel it's a little too literal, but I am glad it's done.  Looking forward to next week!