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
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!
Ladies and Gentlemen, may I introduce to you "Blue Dutchess":
"Blue Dutchess" original mermaid reworked art- small illustration to big painting!
I had a lot of fun painting her, and even have a song for this painting!! I thought "why not post a song with every finished painting, Em?" Sooo, here is Magnetic Fields- "Deep Sea Diving":
Now, about this pretty mermaid girl- "Blue Dutchess" is an ORIGINAL 11" x 14" acrylic painting on canvas board. She is a multi-layered creation, swimming through some very strange water...Somewhere along the line, I decided that my work should be reflecting the messes that it often takes to get them made. I know, I know, it's just a freakin' mermaid, sheesh, why get all deep and philosophical about her? But there's always more under the surface. Ramble ramble ramble ;)
Sooo, anyhoo, she is currently up for auction on eBay, you can see her/bid/share on FB/twitter/wherevererrererer at this link: "Blue Dutchess" mermaid reworked original fantasy art on eBay
I should also note that the auction for the original painting includes the last ACEO print of the illustrated version of this beauty!
I think that is all for this post. I have a million other things I want to post about, but the paintings get their own special minute ;)
More frequent updates, work in progress pictures, news, and such can be had here on my Facebook Page: Darkling Treasures on Facebook
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!
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
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!
Holy crap...
I've been staring at this stupid computer screen nearly all day, I can barely take it anymore! LOL! But I wanted to leave you all with a blog post before the holiday ;) Besides, I have a brand new painting to show off, and a special zombie original painting auction, too! And, as you may have surmised form the title of this post, plus my crabbing, I have also managed to update my website...
So, this latest painting is part of my "Little Things" series (yeah, I broke down and just decided to call it that, harumph.) This piece is "The View From November" and features a beautiful dark haired lady with a monocle-type device...a tiny owl is nestled on her hair comb, and the bare November trees are wailing...I really love this piece, I hope she finds a good home! This is an original 8" x 10" acrylic painting on a canvas panel; wire hanger on the back. More details and pictures can be found at the listing in my darklingemily etsy shop at the link below the picture:
"The View From November" original fantasy painting
So...I have a *special* auction running on eBay right now- this is for my ORIGINAL "Private Party" zombie silhouette painting. I do prefer to keep the zombie originals, so this is a rare chance to get your hands on one! The painting itself is 14" x 11" on a sheet of artist canvas (would need to be framed)- it is painted in acrylics. To see the auction listing (bidding starts at just $15!!!!) just check out the link below the picture:
"Private Party" original zombie silhouette horror painting up for auction!
So, yes, I finally managed to stop procrastinating and update my website. Yesterday's attempt to do so was foiled when I got called into work. There are new images up in the galleries; there is updated news on the homepage; there is a brand new Book section; all sorts of goodness! So, if you please, do stop on by darklingtreasures.com and have a look around!
Well, that is about all I have today. Wishing you all a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
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!
Good evening...
I will be keeping this short and sweet; I have to get to bed early tonight. Long day tomorrow, long rest of the week. So, I must get my sleep!
Anyhoo...on to less boring matters ;) I have some new original ACEOs listed on eBay, plus a few ACEO prints, so I will get to those right now!
The two new originals are both fire themed ACEOs... "Dremon 2" being a pretty demon fairy, sitting on an ottoman made from the skulls of the damned...or perhaps just the rather unfortunate. She is surrounded by the glowing orange and yellow flames of hellfire! This original 2.5" x 3.5" illustration is up for auction on eBay, with a starting bid of just $5! To view the listing and perhaps make a bid (if you dare), simply visit the link below her picture:
"Dremon 2" original dark art pin up demon fairy art
The other new original is the next installment in my circus & Side Show series- "Firebreather"! He works in the darkness, but lights up the stage...This original illustration is also up for auction on eBay, with a starting bid of $5. To view his auction listing, see more pictures, read a bit more about him, and even make a bid, just check out the link below his picture:
"Firebreather" original circus & side show ACEO illustration
Now, I do have some new ACEO prints available on eBay as well, and each starts at just 99 cents! New prints include my "4 & 20" pin up jester, "Too Tired to Fly"- a sleepy dragon and his nymph, and also my "Lady Justice" pin up. You can see/bid on all of these prints at the link below the picture:
99 cent ACEO Print auctions- fantasy, pin ups, + more!
ANd lastly, I still have a BUNCH of original paintings and illustrations still on SUPER SALE in my darklingemily etsy shop! Still many 5" x 7" original pieces are $10 (from $32) and 8" x 10" originals are $25 (from $55)...plus, a few latecomers! I will be running these low prices until the end of this weekend- Sunday night they are all going back up to regular pricing, so...come on over and look around! Just click on the link below the picture for the complete list of sale art1
SUPER SALE original paintings and illustrations from darklingemily.etsy.com!
Now, it is time for me to go...to...bed! Have a good night y'all!
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!
Happy Fourth of July!
I'm gonna make this a quick post, cuz I have a lot of art work waiting for me! But tonight I have some new auctions!
The very first auction is a brand new ACEO, and the first in my series of circus/shideshow themed illustrations! "Sword Swallower" is an ORIGINAL 2.5" x 3.5" illustration, done in archival inks and acrylic paints on bristol. She is up for auction on eBay, with a starting bid of only 99 cents! To see more detail pictures, read more info about this piece, and even make a bid, just visit the link below her picture:
"Sword Swallower" original ACEO circus illustration
The other two auctions I have recently listed are both older pieces, in need of good homes :) "Green Eyes" is a one of a kind fairy ACEO, in mixed media (fabric, assorted papers, ink, and paint)- up for auction on eBay, also with a starting bid of just 99cents. To see the listing and more details, check out the link belwo the picture:
"Green Eyes" original fairy collage ACEO
And, last but not least, I have also put up one of my smaller original acrylic paintings- "Red Wine Fairy" is 5" x 7", and she is adorable, with her big blue eyes and pale skin. She is listed for auction, starting at $15...To see her auction listing, follow the link below her picture:
"Red Wine Fairy" original big eye fairy painting
Of course, there are a few art auctions ending soon (within the next day or so) and most of them have not reached over $5 yet! To see all my auctions on one page, just click here!
ALso new- the good folks over at MyTagArt have put up some brand new tubes for all of you who like to make digital signature tags and the like...TO see all my new PSP tubes, they are here (newest additions are at the bottom of the page).
So, I know I haven't been very "talkative" online lately- I have been working nonstop! I am currently balancing a few projects (as usual!), including my latest jester, this circus ACEO series, getting things sorted, edited, and formatted for my zombie compilation book, and other odds and ends. And with that said, I'd better get back to my desk and get some colors filled in!
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!
Hi Hi!
So, I have finally found some time to post a blog! Yay! This weekend was crazy busy, and also the weather was super beautiful, so I was outside for most of it :)
I've got just two new pieces to share tonight- one dragon and one really nifty fiber art book...
This fiber art book is an amalgamation of a bunch of supplies I sis not want to throw out- but I swear to you it is not garbage! I had a bunch of two inch squares of primed canvas- trimmings from larger sheets that were so smoothly gessoed that I just couldn't get rid of them...So, I painted a bunch of two inch paintings instead! This book is in a bluebird theme- four original cartoon bluebird paintings are hand sewn onto raw pieces of canvas; I've also added a hand painted bluebird patch for the front cover, and a chipboard skeleton key on the back...
This piece is ACEO sized (2.5" x 3.5")...embarrassingly "shabby chic" in style *shudder shudder* but still beautiful. To see loads of pictures and perhaps even adopt it into your home, please follow the link below the picture:
"Bluebird Fiber Art Book"
Also new tonight is another dragon ACEO original- "Rose Petal" is a little pink dragon (hence the name)...I do not normally work in pink, as it is not one of my favorite colors, but...I thought "what the hey"...So, to make up for the girly color, I gave him a crabby look, heh heh. He is up on eBay for a $5.00 starting bid, and free shipping- to see the listing details and perhaps make a bid, please follow the link below the picture:
"Rose Petal" dragon fantasy ACEO
There is a lot more of my dragon art at reasonable prices on eBay this week- to see them all, just click here!
I am still slowly working on my latest Cartoon Aquarium piece- an octopus, he's weird and cute. Tomorrow looks like it's packed from dawn til dusk with running around, so I don't know when I'll get to finish him...I think it's going to be a long and ridiculously busy week. I'm getting a little tired just thinking about it :)...I better get to bed early tonight.
xo!
Em
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Almost the weekend...:D
In this post, there is a brand new jester, a new zombie painting, and the last two Funny Bunny ACEOs (for the time being). Also, here is a reminder that my darklingemily etsy shop anniversary sale is only going on for another few days!
Okay- fair warning- this new jester is partially nude, and you can see her nips, so if you are uncomfortable with that, don't read this post...:D This is "Fresh Fig"- she is awfully cute, and naked, too! woo hoo! Plus, figs, of course! I am hanging on to the original for now, but if you like her enough to want a limited edition print, they are listed in my etsy shop- the link is below the picture:
"Fresh Fig" nude jester pin up art prints
For ACEOs, I have number 5 in the "Funny Bunny" art cards series listed on eBay. This is an original illustration in archival inks and acrylic paint over scraps of vintage book pages...The auction starts at a $5 bid, and shipping is free as usual. To see the listing, please follow the link below the picture:
"Funny Bunny 5" original cartoon rabbit ACEO
Last, but not least, is my latest zombie painting! I did not care for it when I first started it, but with enough layers of paint, I have come to like it very much. :) I call it "A Bad Approach"- it is an original acrylic painting, measuring 10" x 7" on a sheet of canvas. It is up in my zombietoes shop- to see the detail pictures and read the blurb, please follow the link below the picture:
"A Bad Approach" original zombie painting
I've also been working on some other zombie things, but they are not quite ready yet ;) so...back to the drawing table I go!
xo!
Em
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Hello!
So, tonight's art goodies are a bit random (though that seems to be my M.O. lately)...I've got a new addition to the Cartoon Aquarium, some new Funny Bunny ACEOs, and one more raven to share!
I know I've busted out a whole slew of raven paintings over the past few weeks- I just love the ravens, they fly right into my head and then right out again, onto canvas. It's a very seamless process, something I am quite thankful for. It's the closest I've ever come to "Art efficiency" heh heh. The hardest part is waiting for one layer to dry before starting on the next layer...
At any rate, here is the latest rave- "Raven 16" features two snuggled birds in a bare birch tree...I like this piece a lot, it seems very quiet, like a fresh-snow walk in the woods on a Tuesday morning when the rest of the world is at work or school...Ah, the quaint pleasures of having my own schedule! I'm rambling again...This piece is an original 5" x 7" acrylic painting on a sheet of canvas. It was listed for sale earlier in the day, but it has already sold! You can still see the picture here:
Next, I have a BRAND NEW Cartoon Aquarium painting! It's been awhile since my last C.A. piece, and I nearly forgot how much I love painting all the strangeness in the ocean! This round, I have a small 8" x 6" acrylic painting of three spiny urchins amongst colorful coral and seaweed. I have allowed my inner child to title this one, as I do most of them- "Three Sea Pricklies" is the name- it is available through my zombietoes etsy shop... The link is below the picture:
"Three Sea Pricklies" original Cartoon Aquarium painting
On eBay this evening I have listed the next two "Funny Bunny" ACEOs- #3 and 4! These are little original mixed media art cards (measuring 2.5" x 3.5", or landscape at 3.5" x 2.5"). They are created in archival inks and colored with acrylic paints over a scrap of vintage book page (from an old sewing manual). I made them because, well, I was feeling poopy the other day and needed to get myself out of the poop-rut. They are simply for smiling purposes. Each Funny Bunny ACEO is listed at a $5 starting bid, with free shipping! To see the latest, please follow the links below their pictures:
"Funny Bunny 3" original ACEO
"Funny Bunny 4" original ACEO
Now, I best be off to my desk- finishing up my latest jester, working on a new dragon painting, and some zombies, too!
xo!
Em
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Hidely-Ho!
Tonight's art is mainly ravens- I've listed a brand new piece, plus some bookmarks, and another low-starting-bid eBay auction! Also, some of my book related goodies are featured as the giveaway on The Book Faery Reviews blog!
I'll begin with the new raven painting, of course...I love this painting so much! It's titled "The Locket" and features one big raven flying off with a partially opened locket. It is a tall, thin acrylic painting, on gallery wrapped canvas- measures 10" x 24" x 1". You can see detail pictures and read the blurb I wrote for it at the listing- the link is below the picture:
"The Locket" original raven fantasy painting
Also in my darklingemily etsy shop are some new bookmarks! These are prints from my other recent raven paintings- there are three different ones up at the moment (ravens 8-10). To get one for yourself (or as a gift for someone awesome in your life) please follow the link below the picture:
Raven bookmarks (and other book related goodies)
And don't forget- my two year anniversary sale is still going! Many many of my original paintings are marked down until the end of this month! Plus, when you spend $10 or more, you get a free set of bird bookplates! Woo hoo!
On eBay tonight, I have relisted my original Cartoon Aquarium octopus painting "George"...He was up as a "Buy it Now" listing before, but this time I thought I'd lower the price and put him up as an auction listing :) He is up for a ten day auction, starting at just $35...with my usual free shipping! To see the auction, and perhaps place a bid, please follow the link below his photo:
"George" original Cartoon Aquarium octopus painting auction
I have been asked to be one of the sponsors for The Book Faery Reviews two year blog anniversary! How serendipitous- we are both two this month! At any rate, I have donated a mini set of bookplates and a lovely fairy bookmark to one lucky winner! If you'd like to check out the blog, the link is here The Book Faery Reviews.
One last piece of art before I retire to my workstation for the night- my latest jester! This is "Tiramisu Temptress"- a tasty Italian treat! I will be putting up prints of her in my darklingemily etsy shop later on this week, but for now, here she is:
Now, I am off to work work work! :D I'm getting a commission started, still mulling over stationery items and sets...and here and there I am writing random limericks ;)
xo!
Em
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I have some good news for all of you- SALE! Also, a brand new jester pin up, and my very first zombie flip book!
Very first- February marks my two year anniversary of my darklingemily etsy shop, and to celebrate, I am having a month-long sale! Here are the details (and they can also be found on the front page of my shop):
I have marked down MANY of my original paintings!
Here's the short list:
5" x 7" original paintings- $22 (some are even $20!)
6" x 8" original paintings- $28
8" x 10" original paintings- $45
Plus- when you spend $10 or more, you will receive a free set of these bird bookplates:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39303620
If you would like me to personalize them for you, just send me a message when you check out with the name you would like on them...Otherwise, I will leave them blank :)
There are also numerous other items on sale; to see everything that has been marked down, simply type "SALE" into the search bar at the top of my shop homepage!
This sale will run until the end of February.
Here are some originals that are currently on sale:
"Beautiful Night" fairy + Peacock- $20
"A Little Trouble" dragon- $28
"Attitude on the Edge" dragons- $45
"Sweet Siren" mermaid- $20
"Red Wine" fairy- $20
"Along the Watchtower" dragon + castle- $22
All of these have FREE SHIPPING, too!! Go check it out!
Next, my latest pin up jester. This one is titled "Sprinkles On Top", and she is a big fan of donuts! I have to admit, my personal favorite has always been Boston Cream, and it's not just because I'm a Mass-hole; any donut with no hole means MORE DONUT hee hee! Here is "Sprinkles On Top" - she will be available as prints and posters through my website next week:
And, last but not least, I have been hard at work on my very first zombie flip book- the physical book version is still in the prototype stages, with a few kinks to work out...BUT!! I have put together an animated gif:
if it is not showing up, you can see it at this link:
"Chomp" short zombie animation
I am hoping to have the actual flip books available in my zombietoes etsy shop sometime tomorrow, or perhaps I will get a second wind and bust it out tonight...though it is getting rather late...
xo!
Em
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Oh, weekend...
I finished up the really fun painting today! I am in love with her! She's a nude dragon-vixen, with piles of skulls and an eerie yellow-orange glow behind her...I've titled her "Dremon 1", as I feel this is the beginning of a series...Right, just what i need is more series(es?) heh heh! "Dremon 1" is listed in my darklingemily etsy shop, with free shipping, and lots of detail photos. To see her, and take her home with you (if you dare), please click on the link below the picture:
"Dremon 1" original fantasy painting
I've also listed another Zombie Ink Blot (#3) in my zombietoes etsy shop- and there are more to follow in the next week! To see the latest, please follow the link below the picture:
Zombie Ink blot #3
So, not a lot of new art tonight. I'm in the process of drawing out some flipbooks, which is going to take forever and is quite tedious, but sooo worth it! The one I am currently working on is a zombie flipbook, but I have a TON of silly little ideas floating around in my head, and would love to get them all out (eventually, if my focus allows). I also got some work done on one of my graphic novel ideas today, so thank goodness for that! I feel mostly productive, even with sleeping in until 10 am like a bum with no job heh heh! Whatever, it's Saturday, right? Right.
Anyway, enough pointless rambling, I have 40 tiny illustrations to ink in, and then...Probably bedtime. Hopefully bedtime. But...we shall see.
xo!
Em
Visit my website- tons of images available as art prints and posters: darklingtreasures.com
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