Illustration Friday: Popularity

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The other evening I stood

and watched the beautiful sea.


and images of mermaids and fish started brewing in my mind....


'Popularity' for Illustration friday.



It's been a while since I've used pencil crayons and I had a lot of fun blending the colours. :o)
The ones I use are WH Smith's own brand, soft and bright. Just how I like it!


Comments

Anonymous said…
Beautifully done Jess, very effective and vibrant without taking over. I too stand and watch the sea sometimes. The momentum is soothing and stirring at the same time for me.
15 February 2012 at 13:20
Unknown said…
Ah, one of my dreams is to live by the sea. The trouble is it is the same for many others and the coast can become busy in fine weather. It looks as if you had the place to yourself. No wonder your mind had space to wander.
15 February 2012 at 13:47
Robin Larkspur said…
I like these pencils you used. A different look, sort of a "clarity", but still soft. Does that make sense?
15 February 2012 at 14:05
Sandra van Doorn said…
This drawing is really beautiful. I agree with Robin about the clarity. I think it's one of the best drawings I have seen for popularity....
15 February 2012 at 14:38
Cindy D. said…
This is great! I really like how instead of the common scaled tail, you continued the scales into an off shoulder outfit. She has a lovely thoughtful expression and great hair, and those fish are so cute!
15 February 2012 at 15:47
laura kay said…
your work is so dreamy and beautiful
15 February 2012 at 16:23
Victoria Stitch said…
oh how i wish i lived by the sea! very evocative picture! love the colours!
15 February 2012 at 17:17
trish said…
Gorgeous...she sure does look popular.
I must get some of those pencil crayons..what beautiful colours.X
15 February 2012 at 19:04
Ruthie Redden said…
Jess, your mermaid is a sweetie! I love your use of the colour pencils. I always think of mermaids to when I am near the sea x
15 February 2012 at 21:20
Alexandra MacVean said…
Oh my gosh, what SUPER great inspiration from the sea. This is fantastic. Her eyes are stunning, too. :)
15 February 2012 at 23:03
Dear Fireflies said…
Oooh, I love her beautiful "dress"! I think you did a wonderful job with the pencils, Jess. You should definitely do more...

Happy Valentine's day! oxx
16 February 2012 at 00:16
Carol said…
No wonder she is popular, what a beautiful mermaid. Wonderful colours.
Carol xx
16 February 2012 at 01:04
Helen said…
Love love LOVE your mermaid. So pretty and colourful. And Love yout blog too x
16 February 2012 at 11:33
Angel said…
Gorgeous, colorful mermaid. I love her off-shoulder look. Beautiful illustration.
16 February 2012 at 21:15
rossichka said…
A beautiful sunset at the shore! I don't wonder that you saw a mermaid in the water!:) She is lovely, a little mysterious for me, but it seems that everyone loves her! She's really popular in her Kingdom.:)I like her dress...
16 February 2012 at 22:30
Kim Mailhot said…
I must have been sending your mermaid images from my side of the pond as I lingered at the sea !
I love your mermaid soooo much !

Happy Thursday, Beautiful Artist !
16 February 2012 at 23:29
Anne Manda said…
Lovely drawing! Love the little fishes with their big eyes and long eyelashes! <3
17 February 2012 at 11:50
Tammie Lee said…
first the photos of the sea are lovely and soothing, beautiful soft pastels.
then your art is sweet and charming and fun. I love how you colored her face. I don't think we have those pencils over here. Such a charming piece.
18 February 2012 at 17:53
Lorraine Young Pottery said…
Fantastic Mermaid! Loving the fishes eyes and the movement and waves. So adorable and animated.

xxx Hugs Lorraine xxx
19 February 2012 at 19:19
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