Snow White #2 WIPs, Raven 24, + The Last Straw scarecrow pin up

Ahh, well...it's autumn!

I've been bouncing around a bit lately, not really having much ability to sit still and work these days. Perhaps I am just enjoying the last of the beautiful weather...I cannot STAND winter, and am trying to soak up all the sun I possibly can before it is dark all the time...:\ As "darkling" you would think I would like the winter. But...f@ck that sh!t, it is too cold, and too depressing, and I am getting myself another sun bulb because I can't afford to move somewhere closer to the Equator. Meh. MEH! LOL.

Yes...anyway...I have been working a little bit on my Snow White painting- this is the second Snow White piece I have created recently. She is a 10" x 8" acrylic painting on a canvas panel; here are some work in progress pictures:





She should be finished up soon, and I have plans to list her on eBay- if you are interested in scooping her up before I do list her, feel free to email me for details and such. Also remember that I can offer payment plans for any piece- there is no need to pay all at once :)

I've gotten back into the raven thing over the past few weeks, and have one completed and listed for sale on eBay! This is "Raven 24"- an original mixed media piece (acrylics, inks, vintage sheet music on masonite)... Bidding starts at $45, just click on the picture and it should take you to the auction.



"Raven 24" original bird art

One more new original, "The Last Straw", has been relisted on eBay this week (she did not find a home last time around). An original pin up scarecrow lady, with...a crow! I am terrified of scarecrows, they creep me out in a very visceral way. This time of year they are everywhere I look, it seems. Most of them are friendly Halloween kitschy versions. Some of them are real, rotting, blowing in the wind, stained, and make me want to pull out my hair. For unfounded and completely ridiculous fears such as these, I like to "face them" by drawing my own versions. The original "The Last Straw" is a pen and colored pencil illustration, and she's up for bids (starting at $25) on eBay! Click the picture or the link below it to check out the auction :)



"The Last Straw" original scarecrow pin up art

That is about it for now. I am awaiting the arrival of double-sided ACEO prints of "Blue Dutchess"- the mermaid remake I did earlier this year. I am also working on the commission page of my website, because I have finally decided to re-open them to the public once again :) Updates on all that stuff, plus the completed Snow White painting, will be up in about a week!!

xo!
Em

darklingtreasures.com

Warmth, Snow White, and some other random updates

Hi hi!
There are a few new pieces for me to share- just a few small ones this round. I have been slowly working on the next big painting, though she is not a rework of an earlier illustration, so she is taking a bit longer to sketch out than I'd like, but that's life. Perhaps if I weren't being so particular about the details, she's be onto the next stage by now...but I'm getting fussy in my old age. ;)

Blah blah...

I've been staring at my "Brown" ACEO pin up illustration often lately:


"Brown"

I just love her so much I had to do a small rework! Here is "Warmth":


"Warmth" original painting

She is an original 5" x 7" acrylic painting on a canvas panel- being auctioned off on eBay HERE with a starting bid of $25. She's sexy, she has class. Only the peek of one nipple, haha! Very simple and art nouveau inspired. I wish I could afford to keep her around, but her style demands a more refined home than I can really provide at this time. (That's a really fancy way of saying "I haz the poor").

Now...Snow White! This is a small intro piece to my next painting with the same theme! I had two sketches of her, and this one has been transformed into a full color illustration. She is not the prim and proper Disney princess version- I should note here that I am not a fan of the Disney corporation. Of all the fairytale ladies, I can relate to Snow White the most. I'd apologize for the swear word in this piece, but I'd be lying if I said I was sorry.


"How You Like Dem Apples?" original illustration

She is an original mixed media illustration, on some kind of fancy art paper that my step-mother gave me. Should you have an interest in owning her, do head over to the eBay listing- bidding starts at $25: "How You Like Dem Apples?" Snow White original illustration

One more eBay mention- I have some double-sided ACEO prints of "Outersea" in stock, complete with a stupid typo on the back! Woo hoo, silly!



There is one for auction HERE on eBay, or you can order them through my website HERE!

Speaking of website, I have finally updated her (yes, my website is a girl) With poster and print options for "Pris-tend" as well as "Outersea"- Check out the newness: darklingtreasures.com

Yeah. So, all that stuff. I'm back tot he drawing board to work on the background for the new Snow White painting. Side note- if you've noticed that many of my recent artworks feature ladies with their eyes closed, cool. So have I, and I think that it's a sure sign that I could use more sleep in my life.

xo!
Em

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"Pris-tend" Original rework FINISHED! Plus a great song and a ramble about the painting process...

Ah, hello!

So...another whole month has passed, with nary an update from me. Man, I used to be so on top of this blog. I used to be so on top of my art. I was just sitting here, pondering on the quality of my art versus the economy...basically, I have frustrations regarding my improved work and how much I used to make off my art 'back in the day'. It's aggravating, because I feel I've grown so much as an artist, though if you looked at it from a financial perspective, it would appear that I am in fact SUCKING MORE than I ever have. Thankfully, that is not the case...and while I may currently be disturbingly broke, I KNOW that my art is better than it ever was. I am sure there are many of us that feel similar.

Blahblahblah, sorry for that ramble. I have taken to typing up whatever is in my head these days,regardless if it is on point with my main goal. I have taken to doing a lot of things differently these days...

SO...anyhoooo...Basically I have been working on lots of goodness and hilarity over at Dorkling (a comic) and have not really felt like being online much. Or inside. But I did manage to finish up my latest painting- the rework of "Pris"- a fantasy portrait of my very magical friend! I have titled the new version "Pris-tend"- a name/word meaning to pretend (or dream, play, make believe) in such a manner as to manifest magic in the souls of other creatures. Awe, Pris, I love you so much I made up a new word! Hahaha! Now, here is the song to go along with the painting, one of my very VERY favorite songs, for one of the most beautiful people in the whole wide world:



My thoughts were with all my friends while I worked on this piece, specifically all those people who I have met online, and never once in person. There are...a number of special people that I would have never known existed if it weren't for the interwebz. For me, friendship is not, and never was, about how pretty someone is, how much they can help me, how cool they are, or how much time I spend with them. Friendship is about feeling another person's heart, and accepting it for what it is. Sometimes I lose friends. Sometimes I gain friends. But whether here or there, near or far, plain or covered in condiments, I love all my friends. I do find that sometimes...it is easier to reach out to someone far away from my life, people unbiased to my daily routines, moods, and work schedule. I often feel more at ease with these folks because I...am a writer at heart, and that's pretty much how it works here in digital land. Hah. And another thing...if I DO know you in real life, and you happen to get a note or written correspondence from me...well...then I must have some deep stuff to say to you. Hahah. That, or I am just trying to avoid talking on the phone!! :)

So, without further adieu, the finished painting of "Pris-tend":


"Pris-tend" original fantasy portrait art

This piece is an original 8" x 10" acrylic painting on a canvas panel- she is up for auction on eBay at this link:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=321151895698
for seven days, with an ACEO print of the original illustration included in the auction:


(the original illustration)

If she does not find a new home this round, I will most likely relist her once on eBay, and then after that dhe will be FULL PRICE in my darklingemily etsy shop...so if you want to own her, now would be a less expensive time to get her!

In addition, she is available for an ACEO sponsorship- a new option I am offering through my website! You can read all about it here: Sponsor "Pris-tend" as an ACEO print (or another piece of Emily's art!)

So...that is about it for over here...if you need more Emily in your life than I am offering on this blog, you are MORE THAN WELCOME to check out my weekly comic strip over at dorklingcomic.blogspot.com for more ;) But...it's not this. Not by a long shot. And now you've been warned! I think I may rework "Bath Time" for next month...

Remember- more frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook

xo!
Em

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"Pris" painting rework progress shots, a NEW nude illustration, website news, and Sponsor an ACEO opportunity!

Hi Hi!
Well, I feel like it's been a long time since I've updated- May got away from me with other projects! However, there is NEW art in this post, and I have been diligently working on my latest painting- a rework of "Pris"- and I do have a few work in progress photos for you to check out!

This post is mainly about some new happenings on the Darkling Treasures Website!

First of all, I have created a new gallery for all my 2013 works- It's so much easier for me to keep everything straight this way! There is a tab for it on the website main menu, but if you want to hop over there now and take a peek, here is the link: New Gallery for 2013 artworks

Prints and posters of all the new pieces are available through this gallery, along with the links to the original paintings, and...something BRAND NEW I am offering...ACEO Sponsorships!

Basically, I would like to change over my ACEO prints to two-sided, professionally printed cards, because they are GORGEOUS and I am quite tired of severely overworking my poor printer. So, I thought...maybe I could offer a little something extra for those of you who would have it... ;) Please read all about the ACEO sponsorship opportunity at this link: Sponsor a Darkling Treasures ACEO!

Sponsoring an ACEO print means you can have your business/website/a friend or family member's name/dedication/quotation/etc on the back side of an image of your choosing, for the full print run of 100 cards...Again, far more information about this crazy offering can be found on my website HERE!

Okay, ART TIME!! I've been doodling in between projects, as my hands tend to find trouble if they are not busy! This is a brand new nude illustration, in inks on bristol...and she's a gorgeous girl! I have titled her "The Wait"- she's even got a little Ralphie tattoo! "The Wait" is an 8.5" x 11" piece, and she is currently up for auction on eBay at the link below her picture:


"The Wait" original ink illustration

Now, how about some work in progress pictures of my latest? This is a reworking of my original portrait illustration of my friend Pris! Lovely, beautiful, magical creature that she is, an inspiration and a light...Here's what I've got done so far:







She's slowly nearing completion, in between a few other pieces, and lots and lots more website work...which I just *love* soooo much (sarcasm). Of course, it will be easier to keep it more current now that I have forced myself to slow down with making tons of art!

Remember- more frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook

xo!
Em

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Button Pusher re-work nude pin up Illustration to Painting + Music + RAMBLE!

New Painting Time!! Weee!

This is my rework of "Buttons"...She was originally illustrated as a 7" x 5" colored sketch- see the picture:



I do have an ACEO or two of her left, if you'd like one, just shoot me an email: I want an ACEO print of Buttons! and let me know! They are $3 each, I only have 1 or 2 left. I am also adding one in with the original painting if/when she sells :) Then that version of "Buttons" will be retired forever! :0

So, a bit about the process, and the life I led in the shortish time it took to recreate this piece: First, I would like to just mention two words (and please forgive me, I am about to "hippie out" on y'all a little)- Manifestation, and Serendipity. I am ONLY going to mention them, however, and say this one little thing- it is my firm and substantiated belief that WHAT YOU PUT INTO THE UNIVERSE IS WHAT YOU WILL GET OUT OF THE UNIVERSE. I am sure many of you have seen the Snapple commercial "put good in, get good out" or whatever...well...it's true. Or...perhaps it is just that whatever you believe so firmly is what will happen. Crap. That thought had more to do with my painting in my head than it does typed up. I suppose what I am trying to say is that I have come to experience serendipity as a product, as proof, that manifestation is a real, working magic. Lately there has been a fair amount of serendipity around, enough that I would notice (because we all know I live in a low-pressure, but pretty dense cloud hovering just above the ground). Now...I'm pretty sure the events that follow will give you a little glimpse into why I say these things.

To get into the mood to paint this particular piece, I actually did a sewing project first (results are HERE!). I love my sewing machine. I will never not have a sewing machine in my life. It was upon completing this project that I finally sketched out the new "Button Pusher" piece, complete with an old-timey sewing machine/audio-listening contraption fusion thingy. It would be cool to have a machine like this...but I'm not sure how safe it would be. Really. I have suffered some pretty nasty injuries from my beloved sewing machine. One time, a needle broke, flew up, and hit me RIGHT IN THE EYEBALL. Everything worked out for the best, as I still have both my eyes in (mostly) working condition.
Once I got her onto canvas and started shading her, filling in skin, adding a little life...things in MY life got all weird. I mean, more condensed weirdness than usual. I noticed that while I was bringing this lady to life, a lot of the personal buttons in MY life were being pressed...good, bad, a variety of in-betweens. That is why I mentioned the manifestation. It was starting to creep me out, even, so...I did break away to work on some cartoon art. But enough rambling. Basically, this piece has a statement, I suppose, and it would be something like this-

Pushing Buttons can get things done. Everything is connected, though, so be freakin careful about the buttons you do push. Also, nekkid tattooed ladies are hot. She is currently up for auction on eBay- click her picture or the link below it for all the info ;)


"Button Pusher" original reworked painting (on eBay)

It's funny to me what I ramble on about, and what I do not ramble on about. Sheesh. So...continuing the theme of serendipity and manifestation...I had originally had another song picked out for this post...Dare I tell you...Yeah, it was "Pink" by Aerosmith. I'll wait until you are done laughing. It's okay. I love that song. What. But then, the other morning, I remembered the band Tweaker (a side project of Chris Vrenna-NIN drummer) and this song...which I just adore and feel it was probably written for me (not at all the truth, but I live in fantasyland after all):

Tweaker-"It's Still Happening"
I'm sorry, they've disabled the embed function for this video, and I don't want to post another version of it because THIS VIDEO is AWESOME. AS is the song. ;)

Good grief, that is quiet enough rambling. I am so sorry. I often read other artists' blogs, and they are so helpful and informative (see http://tiffanysrealm.blogspot.com/) or inspiring and exciting (see http://magisterian.blogspot.com/)...And mine is just full of crazy. Perhaps that is my charm. Perhaps it is best not to question such things. ;)

Remember- more frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook

xo!
Em

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April Re-cap- H.F.S.- Original Paintings, New Homes, + RAMBLE

Hello hello!

Ahh...April was kind of a whirlwind month for me, so...I got quiet again :\ Not to say I was not working, I just was not posting much. I go through these "bratty" phases where I just DO NOT want to market and be all social about my art, even listing can be a huge chore for me. I'd rather just be creating. I don't consider it a good thing when I get this way, and I am currently trying to figure a way to trick myself into being consistent in my 'business presence' while still feeling free to be myself- a sometimes cranky girl. *sigh* If I KNEW being an artist was this hard, I may have chosen the Peace Corps instead. (That was a joke! I know I am doing what it is I am supposed to!!)

Okay, so that ramble just got out of hand. Meant for that to go AFTER the art updates!! This is basically a post for rambling, thinking out loud, and updating you all on where the original paintings "Fool's Blood" and "Blue Dutchess" ended up, and what is coming up next!

I know you can't see me, but I just put my business pants on...Now let's get to it! Remember "Fool's Blood"? Well, she did not sell at auction (this happens ALL THE TIME with larger originals) so I have put her up at her full price in my darklingemily etsy shop!! The original is 11" x 14", acrylics on canvas panel, signed, sealed, wired- ready to hang as is or frame- and you can see all the other details and more photos here at the link below her picture:


"Fool's Blood" original pin up painting on etsy

The same thing happened with the mermaid "Blue Dutchess"- she is ALSO available for constant viewing and possible purchasing at her new home in my etsy shop- see the link below her beautiful face!


"Blue Dutchess" original mermaid painting on etsy

In other art news, I have finished up the "Button Pusher" piece, except that...it needs a bit of adjusting on one section. I have been staring at it for a few days now, and you know...It just doesn't look quite right. So, once I fix her and scan her in, etc, I will have that post (with music, yay!). And I am still pondering on which rework to choose next. I keep leaning towards my gorgeous friend's portrait "Pris"- See her HERE- or maybe "Russette"- see her HERE- but I'm a bit afraid I might be overloading on mermaids. This leads me right into a ramble about how I don't really care to paint legs or feet, really, and my recent admission and struggles with this. That's part of the reason I chose to rework "Button Pusher" this past round. I have nothing against feet and legs, and I use mine all the time and am thankful they work and look okay...but as far as art goes...not my strong suit. So, what do I do? Avoid it like the plague. This has been a downfall of mine since the beginning of Emily. Trying to rectify that, starting with my artwork. Of course, both of those reworks I just mentioned above have no legs or feet. Gah!

This also brings up my other recent issue with my creative self...fantasy vs comic. I had set up this rework painting schedule at the beginning of 2013, knowing in my heart that where I really want to head is...into comic land. Cartoons make me happy, and they seem to spring from my hands without effort or too much thought most of the time. I find them to be a purer sort of expression, with a wider reach, a simpler footing in society, and...they look like candy but they aren't candy. You know I love things that look like candy but aren't actually candy. (I also love candy). I'm not saying I am leaving behind my mermaids, dragons, and sexy sexy ladies. But I just can't seem to market everything appropriately anymore. I may be a fool, but I never learned to juggle this much stuff. ;)I'm basically overwhelmed with art, and just getting more and more ideas every day. GAH!!! Perhaps I will give up and just be one of those really spacey, unorganized artist types. Whoa. Wait, that's an option! I hadn't even considered it until just this moment! :P

Remember- more frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook

xo!
Em
- For those of you who were curious and couldn't figure it out on your own: H.F.S.= Holy Fucking Shit

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Buttons nude illustration re work into Painting- work in progress pics!

Hi guys!
So, this month's re-work piece is "Buttons"- she was originally a 7" x 5" pen and ink sketch/illustration...and I am turning her into a 10" x 8" painting! Here is the ink version of "Buttons":


I do have an ACEO print of her up for auction on eBay HERE- probably one of the very last ones of this version EVER to be made! I will include one with the new painting as well, but you may want to grab one up before they are all gone :) Additionally, you can order other print/poster sizes through this page on my website- "Buttons" illustration artwork + print order info

So...here are some work in progress shots (crappy ones, and for that I apologize, and will blame my iPod camera):





As you can see, I have added a bit of a 'story' to her, with some slightly wonky props and furniture. I told myself I would NOT use every color in the rainbow on this piece, but I think that might have been wishful thinking...

I am mostly working on cartoon/comic art at the moment, so I hope you can forgive my lack of updates and such. Running two completely different operations gets a little...well, fucking batshit crazy. I can't lie, and I can't not swear, because I want the emphasis. Also, because once in awhile I feel the need to remind everyone that while I may paint pretty things, I have a pretty...gritty personality. That is not to say I cannot be sweet, but...Uhh...something something...cavities? Yeah :P

Before I 'sign off', though, I would like to remind you all of all my OTHER auctions happening on eBay- you can see them all HERE! I've been listing some of the Mermaid March Madness originals (you can see which ones are available on my website HERE- if you don't want to wait for the one you want to go up for auction, just send me an email!) I've also been rotating in some older original paintings and illustrations, as I need to do a bit of spring cleaning! :) I will have another post in the very near future about other art stuff, so...be on the look out for that! :)

Remember- more frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook

xo!
Em

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Dutchess Mermaid work in progress painting + updates!!

Hello!!
Didn't mean to drop off the face of the blogosphere, but...life happened. I do have some work in progress pictures of the "Dutchess" re-paint for you! Also, some MORE updates, yeesh...

So, this is the original illustration of "Dutchess":

There is ONE ACEO print of this version of "Dutchess" left, up for auction HERE on eBay! I will also be including an ACEO print of this version with the NEW PAINTING ;)
She was originally a little ACEO piece, but NOW she is becoming a large 11" x 14" painting!! Complete with my messy ink look!! A few progress shots for you:






As of this blog post, she is complete, and I should be listing her on eBay sometime in the next few days (I will have a seperate post for that!), barring any severe craziness (I may have just cursed myself there...)

Also- Mermaid March Madness is over, but go ahead and visit my website HERE to see ALL 31 of them!! There are still many available for purchase- each one is $15...I am slowly listing those that are available on eBay, too....Mermaids and More on eBay!

Now, quick updates:

First, I have gone ahead and revamped my eBay listing template- Nothing intense, I just wanted it to look more like my website :) So, for those of you who have noticed the change, and were possibly wondering what was going on with that- yes, it is still lil ol me! We are not attaching ourselves to EBSQ anymore, which leads me into update #2:

I will be removing my art from EBSQ- it's a long and slightly poopy story, but let's just say I don't like to pay for services that are not provided, and we'll leave it at that. I will be moving over to deviantart.com- slowly...very slowly. I have decided, for reasons related to sanity, to retire MOST OF MY ART. I know, that's a LOT of art to retire. What I mean when I say "retire"- I mean, no more prints. I DO NOT MEAN relinquishing my copyrights. I do not mean throwing my art in the garbage (maybe a few pieces). I will be 'curating' the works of mine that I have chosen to NOT retire...things will be set up a bit differently. I want to organize them into "stories" or "similar voices" or...eh, it's hard to explain. So that will take a bit of thinking on my part (dang, I can't ever escape the thinking!!!) I will certainly keep you posted!!

The print set up for all my new pieces (beginning with "Fool's Blood") will also be a bit different...I've been pondering the limited edition vs open edition point. I just realized, I have probably bored you to tears with this. This is probably what I am thinking about when you are talking to me in person and I have a glazed look on my face...Or maybe I actually look like I am listening to you? I have very little idea what is going on outside my inner world, and my studio, lately. I hope that I have been decent enough to you that you would naturally have a touch of patience for me at this time :)

You know what? More frequent updates can be found on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on FB

xo!
Em

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Fool's Blood- Work in Progress pics, + NEW Gossamer Mermaid painting + etsy shop sale!

Hi hi!
So, making progress on this painting- I think I have decided to call her "Fool's Blood"...at least, that is the working title. Here she is with some color in her skin:



And here with some background colors:



At this point, all the base colors are in there, I just have many more layers and details to get in there...I am hoping to have her finished up by early March. Dang, that is such a long time for me!! Also, again, my apologies for the crumtastic photos :/

Now, onto some other things...
FIRST! I am having a Birthday Sale in my etsy shop- Darkling Treasures etsy shop turns FIVE!! Celebrate with me- here is a 25% off coupon code for you- UROCKROCK - use it at checkout, save monies! (lasts until March 1 at 12am EST)
Click HERE to visit my shop and check out all my goodies and fantasy art!!

A new small painting- "Gossamer(maid) has swum out of my head and onto canvas for you to see! She is a small 7" x 5" piece, in lots of flowing layers of acrylic paint...there are even two jellyfish watching her explore! This piece is a bit more abstract that I usually work, but I like her. She is currently available for adoption via eBay auction- check out the link below her picture for all the info:




Of course, I always have a HANDFUL of art listed for auction on eBay...You can see all the pieces on one page by clicking HERE!

I have been sketching up a small storm of pretty ladies and other random things...Not exactly sure what I am going to do with them all...I was considering some sort of "sketch adoption" which would also be a great way to get a custom Emily piece without me actually having to go full scale commission. Hmmm...hmmm...More thinking is to be done on this subject :)

So...I guess that's about all for now. I'll be back soon, hopefully with a finished painting ;)
xo!
Em

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OhMyGosh, HI! I'm BAAACK!

Hello!!
Well, it's been a LONG time since I've posted here. It's been a long time since I felt I had anything worth posting. I did take a break, a much longer break than I had anticipated. Not to say that I was not making art, I was simply not focused on fantasy art. I've been over here: Dorkling (a comic) posting a weekly comic, and creating cartoon art :)

Now, though...I'm BACK!! Kind of. I've decided to just take it SUPER SLOW this time around. Example: Currently, I am working on a brand new original painting, at a 'large for Emily' size of 11" x 14". The old Emily would have had her finished by now, or at least decently coated in layers of paint. The new, slow Emily is still working on skin shading...see:





SUPER SLOW!!! However, I am working on little pieces to whet your appetite in between large paintings. Yes, there will be more large paintings! What I have done is looked over my past works, and I have chosen a few pieces that I just ADORE and feel they deserve better representation. So, I will be reworking some of my old art this year! Here's a short list, and links to pictures can be found by clicking on the titles...imagine with me what they will end up looking like as big paintings!:

Bathtime
Buttons
Dutchess
Grave Robyn
Lucky #7
Over the Rainbow
Pris
Russette
Stilts

Now, maybe there is a specific piece you would like to see me rework that is not listed above? If so, you can send your suggestion to me...just CLICK HERE and write away! :) I should respond within a few days. At this point, I am merely taking suggestions- I am always interested in your opinions! But I will NOT promise to rework any particular suggestion...though, if you wanted to throw some money at me, that would change my mind on the matter a bit, I am quite sure ;)
Also, I feel I should note that I will be retiring the first edition image of these reworks once the new paintings are complete, so...If you would like prints or posters or anything of that nature, yanno...get on it. I'll give lots of warning, though. :)

So, that leads me into the subject of commissions. I am still not officially offering commissions at this time (unless you have a golden ticket...you know who you are, because I have already discussed this with you), however, I have been considering opening them up again soon. Prices will change, and other things here and there (size options, etc), but I have not forgotten about it AT ALL! I think about it A LOT, in fact!

As I mentioned above, I am working on some new ACEO illustrations, as well as some 5" x 7" paintings for the time in between big pieces, so you don't forget me LOL!! Here is a photo of some of the current 'small arts'-



Some of these are already listed for auction on eBay, and the rest will be listed within a week or two. You can see all my current art up for auction HERE!

Also, a silly side note- PLEASE forgive the crummy photos- I often snap shots with my iPod when I am working, and the camera kind of sucks, and the lighting kind of sucks. But, at least I am trying! Of course, completed artworks will be properly scanned in and color corrected if needed, all that fun stuff that I never talk about, but still have to do! If there is one thing I am super good at, it is working behind the scenes.

Okay, enough rambling!! I hope to see you all around here more often, perhaps once a week? Mmmm, better just make it twice a month for now, don't want to promise and not deliver ;) More frequent updates can be found on my Darkling Treasures Facebook page HERE, though!!
xo!
Em

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"Inner Bird 2" Raven Pin Up painting, and Capricorn Zodiac Monster! Plus, Dorkling prints :)

Just a short one this week...
I've got a lot on my mind, too much going on in the studio, and almost no actual drive to follow through this week, it seems...but I will not bore you with my woes! I have two brand new pieces that I want to share- "Inner Bird 2" and the Capricorn Zodiac Monster!

First, "Inner Bird 2"- the second installment of my inner portrait series. This particular lady prefers the hot dry air of this strange landscape. She is seen here in her weird bird mask, baking under a red sunset. This is the original painting (9" x 12" acrylic on a canvas sheet) and she is up for auction on eBay at the link below her picture:


"Inner Bird 2" original pin up raven fantasy art

The other new original is the latest piece in my Zodiac Monster series- "Capricorn"! I myself am a Capricorn, and if I would feel okay about keeping this little dude to myself, I totally would! But that just doesn't seem right. So, he is up for auction at the link below- all the details of the piece, and more pictures as well!


"Capricorn Zodiac Monster" original mixed media cartoon art

And there are a bunch of other originals and prints listed for auction (doing a little spring cleaning, you can get a really great deal on my originals right now!!) Check HERE!

Oh, one more thing to mention before I depart into the recesses of my studio- Dorkling prints are in! I know I should just reserve this information for my other blog, but since I am my own boss and make my own rules, you all must suffer the consequences of my occasional need to shamelessly self promote. ANYHOO...There are 6 different Dorkling comic prints up in my zombietoes etsy shop, along with sets of all 6 (and my "Fowl Behavior" comic book!)...If you would be so kind as to pop over there and take a peek, get a giggle, mayhaps support this poor silly fool with some cash (dont worry, I will mail you something in return!) I would be eternally grateful!! Greatful? How do you spell that? Gah! I am going to bed.


Dorkling Prints and Comic Books through zombietoes!

xo!
Em

Visit my website- tons of images available as art prints and posters: darklingtreasures.com Loads of fun stuff- T shirts, stickers, mugs, stationery, bags, buttons, and more in my Zazzle Shop!

Nurse Mermaid Donation auction, Monster Wallets, and More Art Pillows!!

Hi hi!
Well, I skipped last week's post entirely...:\ Got all distracted with things and stuff, you know, the usual...But I have new (and very special) art to share today! The Nurse Mermaid piece I have been talking about has been completed and listed for auction, plus I have some cute monster wallets I sewed up last week! AND MORE PILLOWS!! :D

I will start with the mermaid piece- She is titled "Nurse Mermaid" and is shown here caring for two nurse sharks! I created this piece specifically to auction off for a donation to my dear friend Becca, who had some recent and unexpected financial issues (health related). I love her SO MUCH and unfortunately am in no position other than auctioning off art to help her. And sending her lots of love and support, of course! The original "Nurse Mermaid" is a mixed media creation, partially an illustration, partially a painting! You can read all about her and the details of the art at the auction link below:


"Nurse Mermaid" original pin up fantasy art auction FOR DONATION
As always, there is a slew of other art listed for auction on eBay as well; you can see everything HERE!

NOW...Awhile back I posted some pictures of the Monster Bag I made for myself...and I LOVE IT SO MUCH! It is holding up really well (and trust me, I USE my bags), and also getting a lot of comments...so I decided to make up a few small wallet versions to offer to you! There are three right now- a red one, a blue one, and a purple one, and they are SO ADORABLE!! Top zipper closure, fun inside linings, credit card pockets, a little pocket for change... I wish I could keep them all! But really, let's not be silly. ;) So, you can get your very own Monster Wallet through my zombietoes etsy shop at the link below the picture:


Monster Wallets!! Handsewn, original, zippered, Adorable, you know you want one!
I will have you know I am armed with an assortment of patterns, fabrics, threads, ribbons, and zippers...and I am prepared to overtake your homes and fashion sensibilities (which could be bad because I am fashion-senseless...)

WEEE! Pillows! I designed a bunch more pillows for my Zazzle shop- most of these new ones are dragons! You can see them all at the link below this pillow:


Fantasy Art Pillows- dragons, fairies, zombies!

So, that's about it for the moment. PLEASE do share that Nurse Mermaid link around, if you will.can, because Becca is VERY special to me and I want to do right by her! Also, I have NOT abandoned my Monster Zodiac series...I will be posting Capricorn in the next few days, plus another new painting! :))

xo!
Em

Visit my website- tons of images available as art prints and posters: darklingtreasures.com Loads of fun stuff- T shirts, stickers, mugs, stationery, bags, buttons, and more in my Zazzle Shop!

Two Nudes (rainbows and angels), Scorpio Zodiac Monster, Dragon Gallery up, and Art Pillows!!

I did a LOT of work this week...

It's good to feel accomplished and slightly closer to 'caught up'...though that term seems to be this fantastical idealistic goal that I will never ever achieve. This is the trouble with having an overflow of imagination. I guess I should not complain...I never experience the feeling of boredom.

Blah blah!! Anyhow, I have THREE new pieces of art tonight!! Two nude ladies (which are censored for this post, but you can see the full versions at their listings) and the latest Zodiac Monster- Scorpio! I have also begun adding to the Dragon Gallery on my website, and I have some fun new things available through my Zazzle shop too!


First, a little nudity! A few pieces with color that I had sketched out last week (I was feeling listless and irritable, so sketching outdoors was very helpful)...The first is "Fancy Free" (I must admit, I do not care for the title, but it just seemed to fit, in some irritating, Lisa Frank kind of way...) She is a big eyed, naked lady lounging in a rainbow...7" x 5" original mixed media illustration on canvas paper...She is up for auction on eBay with a starting bid of $12! To see the uncensored version, more info, and perhaps place a bid to own her, please visit the link below her picture:




"Fancy Free" original nude rainbow pin up fantasy art


The other nude is actually pretty covered up (sorry...don't worry, I've got some more on deck!) but she has some nice cleave...:} You can really tell I was pissy looking at this piece...She is also an original 7" x 5" mixed media illustration on canvas paper. "Smote" is listed for auction on eBay with a $12 starting bid at the link below her picture:




"Smote" original angry nude angel fantasy illustration


Now...Scorpio. The latest piece in my Zodiac Monster series! I really like how this one turned out- many layers to the mystery that is Scorpio...The original art (3.5" x 5"- mixed media) is up for auction on eBay with a starting bid of $20- you can see the listing by following the link below the picture:




"Scorpio" Zodiac Monster original mixed media art

As always, I have a bunch of ACEOs listed (starting at $2 each) as well as some other art goodies- you can see everything I've got running on eBay HERE!


Yes, lots of stuff! Too much stuff! I must confess, I have not been doing a lot of sleeping lately. Whatever, though, because I just don't feel tired. So...I managed to get the Dragon Gallery up and started with a dozen dragon pieces. I have a lot more dragons than I thought I did! At any rate, I would love it if you would take a moment to wander through the website- I realized that some of the thumbnails in the galleries were not clickable when I went live last week...so that is fixed now. Sorry for the derp move. That's what I get for rushing! So...Please visit Darkling Treasures for me!


One last mention of stuff before I get on with my evening (going to get the majority of this nurse mermaid finished up!)...PILLOWS!! Pillows to throw, pillows to decorate, pillows to sleep on! I have pillows (in two sizes) with my art on them available through Zazzle! They look so cool! I want them all!! Okay. Ahem. Calm down. I have most of the zombie images up, and most of the Dragon Square images as well (they lend themselves quite nicely to pillow format, who knew?) I will definitely be designing more of these in the near future, but to see what I've got at the moment, please check out the link below this pillow:




Art Pillows through Zazzle!


Okay...off I go!!


xo!

Em


Visit my website- tons of images available as art prints and posters: darklingtreasures.com

Loads of fun stuff- T shirts, stickers, mugs, stationery, bags, buttons, and more in my Zazzle Shop!

Zodiac Monster auctions- Gemini, Cancer, + Leo! Also, FB Mermaid auction and some random stuff :)

Helloz!

I am feeling pretty scatterbrained lately. (You must forgive the crazed Emily). I do have three new zodiac monster pieces, though, and a mermaid FB exclusive auction as well! Probably a bit of rambling, too...


The three latest zodiac monsters in the series- Gemini, Cancer, and Leo...they are each for auction on eBay, with starting bids of $20 apiece...Check out the links below each picture for the individual auctions:




"Gemini" zodiac monster mixed media art




"Cancer" zodiac monster mixed media art




"Leo" zodiac monster mixed media art

Of course, you can see them all on one page, along with all my other eBay art auctions by clicking HERE!


I will have the next few zodiac monsters made and listed after the weekend...:)


Perhaps you are in the mood for something...pretty? Well, then you are in luck, because this week on my Facebook Page, I am auctioning off an original, one of a kind miniature mermaid sculpture! She is sitting on a real shell, surrounded by little glass beads in variations of green and blue; her tail sweeps around her. Lots of texture and media in this tiny little thing! Bidding starts at $0, and ends next Tuesday, April 10th, and 11pm EST! You can get all the info on the mermaid and how to bid at the link below the picture:




Mini Mermaid Sculpture- Facebook Exclusive auction!


Speaking of mermaids...:))) I have put aside all of my other working projects for a bit in order to create a very special mermaid piece, for a very special purpose...More details and info to follow soon, along with some teaser shots? For now, allow me to whet your appetites by throwing some keywords at you...pin up...shark...mixed media...nurse...and...that's it for now :) Ahh, such a tease!

Something else I have been working on, and have finally finished- my bag! I guess it's a 'purse' or whatever lady-type item is relative to this shape and size of carrying apparatus...but I am hardly a 'purse' type. I didn't know if you could tell that by the way I tried to disguise it as an awesome red monster...because carrying around a pet red monster is so much less weird to me than carrying around a purse. (Don't judge me).So...anyhoo, pictures of my new fashion accessory:





Half considering making a few smaller/assorted versions and/or change pouches to list one of my etsy shops, but I do have a million other meals rotting on my plate at the moment. :\ Such as- some series projects for my zombietoes etsy shop which no one will probably even care about, but they thrill and entertain ME, and that's all I really care about, in the end. I mean, at least...that's the purpose behind my zombietoes shop. That's all me, pull no punches, sugar no lies, hide no stains. I probably just said too much there. Oh well. So, yeah, there's that cryptic-ness, and then I have *no earthly idea* what I am doing about my website. I haven't even updated it since last June. That's right, JUNE 2011. Pathetic. There's too much art, and it's extremely overwhelming. I am really going to cut back a lot. I really need to get on that. I'm ashamed and quite embarrassed, really. It's reminiscent of the stuff you put in your attic, because you want to 'save' it, but you don't have a reason for doing so. Gah! I don't even know what I am say, I'm just rambling now. The breakdown seems to be- me needy do spring cleany! Ahhh...Okay, that is all. You may resume your lives, though they may be a touch weirder now...


xo!

Em


Visit my website- tons of images available as art prints and posters: darklingtreasures.com

Loads of fun stuff- T shirts, stickers, mugs, stationery, bags, buttons, and more in my Zazzle Shop!