Old Collages

Did I ever show you these collages? They are done in a mini square sketchbook, about 10cm x 10cm. I made them a long time ago, as a quick, spontaneous warm-up practice. It didn't last long and I made only about 5. These are the best ones. I'm thinking about doing these again with lots of scraps of pretty paper I collected. After all, the sketchbook isn't filled yet!

Sorry for the lack of updates.. I'm doing okay though.
How are you feeling these days? How about the illustrated book? ;)

Sketch: Flowers

Dear Amanda,

I recently visited the Legion of Honor to see the "Cartier and America" exhibit. It was awesome! I will have to go back on a less busier day to avoid the crazy crowd but it was worth it to see all the beautifully designed jewelry. I couldn't imagine anyone actually wearing them though! Oh, and there was a separate room that had sketches done by Cartier artists, and in one of them, I found a hand written note by Elizabeth Taylor requesting some changes. Must be nice! :D

Outside the museum, I found a little hidden trail led to a great vista point of the Bay. You could see the Golden Gate Bridge from there. I took my time testing my new camera and found some plants (above) that inspired me to sketch. I instantly thought, "They would make a cool ring design!"


I'll probably use this sketch for a Gocco print or a collage, instead of a jewelry piece, though. ;)

Wish we can go to museums together, Amanda!

Love,
Jinnie

Sketch: A New Camera

Dear Amanda,

Sorry for not updating earlier!
This is a sketch I did this morning. I still feel awkward sketching with a pen but I'm getting used to it the more I play with it. Pens really make you more decisive, don't they?

I just used some old Micron pens. I might have to get some new ones. These are the remnants from my college days. Yikes! The tips on the #005 ones must be too delicate; I have several of them and the tips on all of them got pushed in too far. Do I put too much pressure on them? *shrug* What are your favorite pens to sketch with?

Oh, and meet my new camera! It is a surprise gift from M. He wanted to rekindle my love for taking pictures. ♥ ♥ It's true I've been shooting much lately, not even Polaroids. Heck, my other film camera still has a slide roll that I started early last year. Eep! But with the handsome new camera, I'm starting to look at things differently again, so M's plan is working! ^_^ I really love the way the new camera looks, with the silver + black. It is much smaller and lighter than my other camera. Awesome. I can't wait to get the roll developed.

Anyway, that's pretty much what's new in my neck of the woods.
How is your children's book illustration going? *poke poke*

Love,
Jinnie