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An Illustration in Process (Step 2)

This past week I was caught up in a whirlwind of work – this time music related. Six performances (4 different programs), 2 rehearsals, and 3 students later, I’m ready to see the work week end!  But before I curl up on the couch with my husband, a movie, and some chewy candy, I’m posting the newly outlined (and fleshed out) version of the sketch I posted on Monday.  The next step will be the coloring…a step I’ve really come to look forward to ever since I got my new Copic Sketch markers.

Caution to the Wind

I’m still mulling over the greeting.  But perhaps that will work itself out after I’ve had a little more sleep!  Stay tuned…

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Surprise! Whimsical Marker and Ink Illustration by Joana Miranda

Surprise! for blog

(5×7 birthday card now available at Joana Miranda Studio at Etsy)

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Outstanding (Version 3) – Whimsical Illustration by Joana Miranda

Last week I posted two versions of an illustration I was working on.  I finished a 3rd version tonight and have posted all three versions here so that my readers can compare.  I’m partial to the final because I think it’s the most free and natural looking.  I also think the shadow is the most believable.  Any opinions?  I’d love to hear from you!

Version 1

Whimsical Illustration  "Outstanding" (Version 1) by Joana Miranda

Version 2

Whimsical Illustration  "Outstanding" (Version 2) by Joana Miranda

Version 3

Whimsical Illustration "Outstanding" (Version 3) by Joana Miranda

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My Favorite Things – Pull Up a Chair (Carpet or Crate…)

Pull up a chair…

Man in orange shirt sitting on pink stool, photo by Joana Miranda

These will guarantee a stare…

Photo of orange sprongy stools, taken by Joana Miranda

(And you can balance these on a dare!)

Photo of triangular stools, taken by Joana Miranda

Maybe you’re into mod…

Photo of black mod lounger, taken by Joana Miranda

Or, you’re writing something odd!

Photo of man writing in front of colorful slat wall, taken by Joana Miranda

Stack them…

Photo of colorful stacked plastic chairs, taken by Joana Miranda

Or assemble them in rows.

Photo of colorful modern chairs, taken by Joana Miranda

(These carpets might be magic, but who knows?)

Photo of man sitting on pile of carpets, taken by Joana Miranda

If you can’t find a chair, a crate’s just as good…

Photo of African American man asleep on a crate, taken by Joana Miranda

For a little snooze in your ‘hood.

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Friday’s Thought – On Sustenance

Photo of chocolate porcupine cakes taken by Joana Miranda

Man cannot live on chocolate alone; but woman sure can.

(Author Unknown)

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A Saturday Out and About: Josephine Tackles the Shopping

Shopping for One didn’t hold the same allure for Josephine, but she decided to push the cart down 75th Street and felt her spirits lifted anyway.


Pen and computer rendered "Josephine Shopping" illustration by Joana Miranda

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Josephine Meditates

Josephine found it much easier to channel her inner diva after having had dinner out, complete with a slice of chocolate strawberry cake.Pen and computer rendered "Josephine Meditates" drawing by Joana Miranda

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