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April 11 Update

Here’s my finished tattoo commission – A character sketch for a really long term project – Practice sketches from my sketchbook –   Commission Status – Dog Nouveau – transfering drawing to canvas Knotwork tattoo – finished Anniversary Spoons – finished Eagle Spoon – on hold, spot open   I have one spot open forContinue reading “April 11 Update”

Dog Nouveau and Smoke Bowl

Dog Nouveau One of my current commissions is a pet portrait of  two adorable Boston Terriers. And since my client is open to it, I’m going to share my steps in completing the painting. Here is the sketch I will be working from From this point, I will be transferring the drawing to the canvas.Continue reading “Dog Nouveau and Smoke Bowl”

News and Spring Commissions

News I am moving across country at the end of April. My move has been brought on by a lot of drama in my personal life and is unexpected.  I need to raise some funds quickly. To do this, I am having a 20% off sale at my ArtFire store (http://www.artfire.com/users/FireOakStudio) and I will be auctioning off some ofContinue reading “News and Spring Commissions”

The Letter F

F is for Fir tree. Here is my latest finished letter of my Celtic Tree Alphabet.         Spoon pictures will be coming within the week. I just finished a commission based on my Love Spoon design. I am also working on a tattoo design commission.  I will be opening up my commissionContinue reading “The Letter F”

Spoons!

I’ve been busy burning wooden spoons.  They are quicker to make than the bowls, which makes them an ideal project for weeks when the non-art parts of my life are hectic. Wooden spoons are a traditional wedding gift.  I designed my Love Birds Spoon (see below) with that in mind. Both spoons are available to purchase atContinue reading “Spoons!”

In the Works

I have big plans for this blog. I am going to be doing some tutorials, featuring other artists, and plugging some great resources as well as posting my works in progress and finished pieces. Currently I am working on my Celtic Tree Alphabet, a couple of new spoon designs, and a very complex bowl design.Continue reading “In the Works”

Works in Progress

I have a lot on my plate art-wise right now. I’m working on two bowls, some ACEO paintings, my letters, and some spoons. I should have one bowl finished this weekend, so there will be pictures soon. The ACEOs may be finished soon too. Although I might rework them. I have family visiting right now,Continue reading “Works in Progress”

Handmade for the Holidays

This year I would like to encourage people to either make at least one gift or to buy from an artist or craftsperson that specializes in handmade items.  There are lots of reasons to do it. You’ll be giving someone something unique and personal. If you buy handmade, you’ll be supporting the artist and the art community.Continue reading “Handmade for the Holidays”