Saturday, March 31, 2012

patterny

Repeats. 

I have a separate blog devoted to them.


They provide me with funds. (I design underwear prints for one of my day jobs).
at Costco. 3/2012

I teach how to create them digitally. (The other day job @ OTIS)
sometimes I'll demo a "how to" on Pattern Recognition

I've been creating them for 30+ years.

I'm working on a line of scarves that utilizes them
as soon as I order sample swatches, you'll be able to buy this print
or get a scarf at my online cargoh store
I might even wear a dress made with this for my art show in April!

I cannot get enough!


3/24/12

Friday, March 30, 2012

Fashion Beauty Friend Friday - Something Old, Something New

Katy, of Modly Chic, has these questions for us this month on outfit one-time use vs re-mixing.

1. Are you a one-time wearer?
Absolutely not. Only if the item is horribly uncomfortable. Even then, I will usually try it a second time before banishing it.

2. Do you feel the need to purchase something new for an evening out or a special event?
Yes, I will usually purchase something new for my art openings. Even if it's something as simple as a hair stick (back when I had long hair).

3. Re-mixing is something a lot of bloggers are proud of being able to accomplish - are you a re-mixing pro or do you shy away from posting items frequently? Why?
Pro all the way. I love coming up with new combinations - especially with my pattern mixing.

4. Do you have a clothing budget or are you an impulse buyer?
Impulse. Lately, said impulses are out of control! Spring fever, methinks.

5. Do you find yourself bored when reading a blog in which clothing items are often remixed and appear frequently?
No, I prefer it. I like to see how others mix and max. It also seems more "real" to me. I don't want to read about a 20-something who is showered with sponsored gifts. It's not my life - real or fantasy. (New clothing plays no role in my fantasy world, where I live on the Venice canals -- Italy or CA, I'm not picky -- and have a fabulous studio to paint in).

Out of curiosity, I went through my blog posts to see which garment(s) I photographed the most.
And the winner is... THE PINK SHAWL!

See links to more responses over on Modly Chic















Thursday, March 29, 2012

Fashion Icon Portraits - The Process

I'm using my self-portrait as the sample so no one will feel dissed. 

My goal for March 2013 - at least 18 glitter encrusted framed portraits.
Here's my early mock-up, sans glitter + bling:
What is going in the Threads and Surfaces Sketchbook (due 4/30 - EEEEEK!)


How I do these for the sketchbook:

1) I find a photo that inspires me
2) Using Adobe Illustrator and a Wacom tablet, I trace over the photos with black linework
3) I add color and shading in Photoshop
4) I digitally composite a background - in this case, a close-up of my scarf
5) I generate a QR code of blog for verso page and use same background
6) Print out, Tear edges with a deckle-edge ruler, Paste with glue stick
7) Add metallic marker (no glitter allowed in Sketchbook) - see at top

Still deciding on process for the framed portraits.
Must get sketchbook done first - deadline MUCH closer!

Note: not sure if I'll ever get the framed versions done.
Exhibiting something totally  different in April 2013 -- roadscapes.