tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8761297751440822024-03-18T02:45:29.644-05:00Alexandra MacVeanillustrator & designerAlexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.comBlogger748125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-30859174938656254902020-08-26T19:46:00.001-05:002020-08-26T19:46:55.999-05:00NEW BLOG!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I know it's been quite awhile since I've been out here....once again, and I'm sorry for that. If any of you follow my hubby, you know it's been a crazy past year for us. After sitting down and thinking things through, our workload, life, etc....I've decided to move my blog to my actual website. Here, I'll post once a month sharing an update on my work, where we're living, life, etc. So, please, bookmark the link below, create a monthly reminder and do check in on me each month. As such, this one will be closing down by the end of the month.<br />
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Here's a link to my new blog - <a href="https://alexandramacvean.com/blog" target="_blank">https://alexandramacvean.com/blog</a> <br />
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All my love and appreciation to each of you.<br />
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Alexandra xAlexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-64042950613199304092019-07-25T14:14:00.000-05:002019-07-25T14:15:11.914-05:00A few little pet rocks...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been exploring some new ideas in between work deadlines. Like these sweet little "pet rocks". Aren't they the cutest? Kids are loving them. Well, adults, too! Let me tell you, these will be oober popular at this weekend's farmer's market. I'm pretty excited as it's out first here in Folsom and am looking forward to meeting new people here in the community.<br />
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These little rocks were painted with my set of "Select" Princeton brushes using my new set of Winsor & Newton acrylics. I've never used acrylics by Winsor & Newton before so it was a new challenge for prepping and mixing colors. But hey, they turned out darn cute? Don't you think?Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-2900620133980638062019-07-19T17:50:00.000-05:002019-07-19T17:50:20.628-05:00Say Something Special<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span title="Edited">Exciting news! I’m joining the <a href="https://manuscriptpen.com/" target="_blank">Manuscript Pen Company</a> once again this year for the <a href="https://manuscriptpen.com/explore-manuscript/events/world-calligraphy-day-2019" target="_blank">2019 World Calligraphy Day</a> and the "<i>Say Something Special</i>" campaign for the children at the <a href="https://bwc.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">Birmingham Children’s Hospital</a>. </span><br />
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<span title="Edited">I'm hosting a very special giveaway for this wonderful occasion. Won't you JOIN
ME for your chance to WIN your very own set of their Aqua Water Brushes
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<span title="Edited"><b>HOW TO ENTER:</b><br />• Sketch any animal of your choice with a dip pen<br />• Add a special message for the children</span><span title="Edited"><span title="Edited">• Post to your blog and tag/message me</span></span><br />
<span title="Edited"><span title="Edited"></span>• Contest is open to national & international<br />• Deadline is August 14th</span><br />
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<span title="Edited">Got questions? Leave a comment below. Let's bring some cheer to the children of the Birmingham hospital!</span><br />
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Up until we moved 2 weeks ago, I started painting again. Like, actual hand-painted pictures and objects rather than digital as I've done for a better part of this past year. Let me tell you how good it has felt. Doing so has allowed me to explore both new brushes and paints, (watercolor and acrylic).<br />
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I've never really branched out to try out new paints (or brushes) until recently. Mainly, because I didn't<i> </i>need
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Earlier this year I had the opportunity to travel once again for the <a href="https://manuscriptpen.com/" target="_blank">Manuscript Pen Company</a> located in the UK to the annual NAMTA convention. It's a fabulous show and has provided me with the opportunity to meet not just other wonderful artists across the world but art suppliers as well. This past February, I had the<i> amazing</i> opportunity to meet the founder of the <a href="https://www.princetonbrush.com/" target="_blank">Princeton Brush Company</a> - <a href="https://www.princetonbrush.com/about/" target="_blank">Howard Kaufman</a>. I felt honored to meet such an incredible man, who was kind, compassionate and so giving of his time. He impressed the socks off of me and kindly invited me to try out his brushes.<br />
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A few months ago, my sample of Princeton brushes arrived and I couldn't be happier. Currently my favorite is the <a href="https://www.princetonbrush.com/princeton-pro-sets/" target="_blank">Velvetouch</a> and the <a href="https://www.princetonbrush.com/elite-series-4850-princeton-brush-company-brush-4850/" target="_blank">Aqua Elite</a> for using watercolors. They feel great when holding and paint <i>flawlessly</i>. I can't imagine using any other brushes and am looking forward to trying out more and sharing those with you. So, keep an eye out for some mini tutorials in the works. <br />
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<a href="https://artphilosophy.com/" target="_blank">Prima Watercolor Confections</a> were always on my list to one day try. I have been so comfortable with another brand I never felt the need to try them. However, every day they would continue to pop up in my Instagram news-feed by
other artists, so I thought...<i>What the heck!</i> I now own 5 different sets (Note: all sets are twelve colors and come in a nice metal paint tin with a useful numbered swatch card). These are great and affordable for beginning artists. And honestly, they bring me <i>pure joy</i>. The colors are rich in color and easy to use.<br />
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<a href="http://danielsmith.com/" target="_blank">Daniel Smith Watercolors</a> was another set of higher quality watercolors I've been wanting to check out but have never been in my budget. Thankfully, while at the NAMTA convention mentioned above, I met with a representative who presented me with 2 small sets to try and I love them! <span class="cr-widget-FocalReviews" data-hook="cr-widget-FocalReviews"><span class="a-size-base review-text" data-hook="review-body"><span class="">All of the colors are perfect to mix all the shades. Their colors are so nice and vibrant and mix well and blend wonderfully.</span></span></span><br />
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How about you? Are you playing around with some new paints, brushes, etc? I'd love to hear about it.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-55724718283347282742019-07-01T17:12:00.000-05:002019-07-01T17:12:15.372-05:00Stunning View <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span title="Edited">We've been in our new location for almost a week. One of
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peonies. This is the first time they’ve graced our home and I simply LOVE them. In fact, I think I'm <i>in love</i> with them.</span><br />
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<span title="Edited">Countless photos have appeared in my Instagram news-feed for ages, leaving me to admire them from afar. Why have I waited <i>so long</i>? They're beyond stunning and I love seeing them sitting in the window every morning when strolling in to make that first hot cuppa to start my day. For me, they signify a <i>fresh start</i>....a new beginning for M and I here in California. I'm looking forward to what <i>this life</i> brings us.</span>Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-60135181559132154452019-06-29T07:53:00.000-05:002019-06-29T10:55:35.649-05:00NEW journey & NEW life!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Well, it's been wayyyyyyyy too long since I've been out here. A long 7 months, in fact! I think the last time I was out here posting my illustration work, we had just moved to Kentucky a few short months prior. And now, we're in California! Yes, you head that right. C.A.L.I.F.O.R.N.I.A.<br />
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Our move to Kentucky was filled with a lot of joyful things, such as helping out my mom and step-dad, some pretty cool freelance work and me getting the opportunity to work for an amazing clothing boutique....but it was also filled with some pretty deep heartache. Several other things we had moved there for never came to fruition. Including, never having our own home. As I sit here and write this, my heart aches deeply as we've not had a place to call our own in 11 months! Talk about feeling uprooted for far too long. It changed us. Overall, for the good of things. Some smaller things...<i>those</i> will take time for the heart to heal.<br />
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We are now relocated to California, just a wee bit northeast of Sacramento and close to M's family now. It's certainly a big change emotionally and culturally, moving from Kentucky to California. <i>Many</i> things are different at the moment for us. We went from a fairly social coffee life to having none at the moment. It's a bit scary picking up and moving again in less than a year. For me, it's the idea of having to make friends - <i>all over again</i>! We still don't have our own place so nowhere to truly set up my studio to work on the projects currently on my plate. With that comes emotional and physical exhaustion. I've been struggling <i>big time</i> in getting back on my feet emotionally but am hopeful after a few more weeks, we'll have adjusted to the 3-hour time change, weather and more.<br />
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To answer your other burning questions....<i> "What have you been doing these past few months?!" </i>I'm still doing children's book illustrations but have cut back on that area a little so as to allow time to dive into other areas of the design and illustration world. Our stay in Kentucky has allowed me the opportunity to work on designing clothing, editorial illustrations, posters and more. Plus, Michael and I launched our own business, <i><a href="https://www.londonberrie.com/" target="_blank">Londonberrie</a>!</i> It's been a work-in-progress but is starting to grow and we're excited!<br />
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To close things for now, here is a peek at some of the new work I've been doing. And of course, you can <i>always</i> find me out on social media - specifically <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexandrasillos/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.<br />
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Got any other questions about our move, work, etc? Leave me a comment and I'll reply as quickly as I can. :)<br />
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~ AlexAlexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-25233062897456222652018-11-15T09:47:00.001-06:002018-11-18T10:18:36.297-06:00Scribble Picnic: Forest<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm sure this sweet illustration isn't a surprise! For those of you who know me, I LIVE to draw the forest with darling woodland animals living life, celebrating every tiny joy along the way. I've drawn quite a few bears in the past but never a poppa and his sweet cub. He's a keeper for sure!<br />
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The snow is gently falling for the first time this winter here in Kentucky. It's quite beautiful experiencing snow in a different state for the first time in about 10 years. I love it. It's magical and I feel sweet little stories rising up in my creative soul on this cold, wintry Thursday morning. I <i>love</i> the beauty and wonder that comes with the snowflakes tumbling down. Although I'm not a fan of the cold temperatures, it's <i>perfect</i> for snuzzling up with hot water bottles and sipping tea.<br />
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This week, I'm bringing some of my yummy warm, hand-made raisin scones with strawberry jam to <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael's</a> <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/11/if-you-go-into-woods-today.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a>. I do hope you enjoy them! Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-44323090781940094542018-11-10T11:10:00.000-06:002018-11-10T11:10:00.740-06:00Mr. Muffles' Journey<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Mr. muffles fast asleep on this chilly Autumnal evening. He will soon
rise in the early morning hours and make his way to Waddlingham (A
village on the edge of Hollowbrook) to pick and store berries before the winter
months arrive...<br />
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Just a sweet little peek at an illustration I've been working on for awhile now. I'm (sadly) not producing as much work right now recovering from my fractured spine. Some days it hurts to breathe! I'm 5 weeks in and although some things have improved, there's still <i>alot</i> of pain in my upper back where the fracture is. I've got several months to go for a full healing. It's challenging as I don't enjoy sitting around and resting but I'm learning every time I get up just how important it is to stay in bed in order to recover. Oh dear.<br /><br />Wishing a lovely weekend and upcoming week to each of you. I promise to visit everyone when I'm strong enough to sit and write for awhile. xAlexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-62708194057851648882018-10-31T19:36:00.002-05:002018-10-31T19:36:43.860-05:00Scribble Picnic: Double<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My quick contribution to <a href="http://www.dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael's</a> <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/10/double-jolt.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> theme this week....<b>double (or jolt! You choose)</b>.<br />
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For me, I chose <i>double</i>. Do you see it? ;)<br />
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I'm slowly healing. My injured tailbone is doing much better but my upper back where the fractured spine is, isn't doing terribly well. The past three days have been quite uncomfortable due to the pain and difficulty breathing in. I'll continue to rest, although it's <i>so hard</i> for me to stay in one place all of the time. In fact, this past weekend I participated in a local barn affair event. I did well selling almost everything....but I set myself back. Bed rest, says, Michael James. No matter what.<br />
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Oy Baby steps...Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-45161743338304012702018-10-17T13:08:00.000-05:002018-10-17T13:08:07.970-05:00Scribble Picnic: Bottle....and then some!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's hard for me to <span title="Edited">get comfortable these past few weeks due to the pain from a recent fall. A week ago this past Friday, I slipped and fell down my parents' front steps, fracturing my spine and jamming my tailbone. NOT fun, let me tell you. For those of you who know me, regardless of the pain, it's been hard for me laying around, cooped up inside. Oh dear me...</span><br />
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<span title="Edited">Well, despite this bit of a setback (as my recovery is going to take <i>months</i> to fully heal) my heart
is still dreaming BIG! There are so many projects I’ve been working on over the last several months and I
can’t wait to share these with you...including something oober special <a href="http://www.dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael</a> and I are developing as a couple. Speaking of my <i>fanTABulous</i> husband....he's been so wonderful, waiting on me constantly. Ice...heat....tea....little cakes...ice....heat...etc. It's definitely been challenging for us since our recent move but he's muddling his way through and coming out shining like the brightest diamond! He's my everything and I am so grateful to have him by my side! OOomwah, my love!</span><br />
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<span title="Edited">Unfortunately, I'm unable to attend the beautiful, Autumnal <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/10/who-needs-genie-when.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> in person this week but I'll be sure so send along my "famous" raisin scones with a bit of clotted cream and strawberry jam with Michael....well...if he doesn't eat them all before he arrives!! (wink)<br /><br />Much love to everyone! xo<br /><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><i>PS The above illustration is available as a 5x5 print for only $10 + shipping. If you'd love to add this beauty to your collection, please email me at a_macvean1@yahoo.com. </i></span></span>Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-30610480744311166822018-09-28T10:11:00.001-05:002018-09-28T10:11:49.923-05:00Hello Fall and wooly clothes!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Autumn is officially here. The temperatures have been so incredibly cool and perfect for wooly socks, fuzzy scarves and warm boots. This is my favorite time of year...for wearing such comfy clothes and drawing the most adorable woodland creatures.<br />
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Here's to a wonderful weekend to each of you and the most beautiful Autumn you've ever had.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-40320469578089372992018-09-28T09:37:00.000-05:002018-09-28T09:37:10.109-05:00Children and Art<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It truly is a blessing to teach art.<span class="_5mfr _47e3"><span class="_7oe"> This past weekend I created worksheets to help children understand and learn the basics of drawing faces. Every one of them did an amazing job and it was exciting to see them light up as they drew their own version of little faces! </span></span><br />
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<span class="_5mfr _47e3"><span class="_7oe">If you had told me a year ago I would be teaching art, I probably would have smiled and said, "uh huh, yeah right." I'm so thankful to be where I'm at in my career. It means a lot to have the opportunity to teach and impact the kids within the community here. My heart is so thankful to my husband, <a href="http://www.dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael</a>, who taught me all I know about art and design in general. After my terrible car accident back in 2014, everything in life changed and that's when I started this journey down the path of children's illustration. Wonders never cease.</span></span>Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-91862484396584536972018-09-24T09:18:00.000-05:002018-09-24T09:18:08.080-05:002018 Inktober<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span title="Edited"><a href="http://www.dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael</a> I are already preparing for this year’s inktober hosted by the talented <a href="https://www.mrjakeparker.com/" target="_blank">Jake Parker</a>. I’m looking forward to sharing with you this year’s theme. For now, enjoy this little 1-minute fairy doodle I did a few days ago from the window of Harden coffee. He’s a keeper for a magical story in the future!<br /><br />For those asking, I used my <a href="http://www.globalartmaterials.com/travelogue.php" target="_blank">Golden Global Arts</a> handbook sketchbook and my <a href="https://www.calligraphy.co.uk/" target="_blank">Manuscript Pen Company</a> drawing & mapping dip pen set with their acrylic ink. Got any other questions about the products I use? Feel free to leave those in the comments below and I'll answer them as quickly as possible.</span><br />
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<span title="Edited"><b>HINTS & TIPS: </b><i>Always use Indian ink if you plan to paint over your illustration later as it will not run or bleed.</i></span>Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-63618893502671607212018-09-20T16:54:00.000-05:002018-09-20T16:54:57.661-05:00Special NEWS: Hello, Fall!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm thrilled to share with you a recent design project I worked on for a fabulous local shop here in the quaint, cute and growing town of Campbellsville, Kentucky -<i> </i><a href="https://www.yellowroseandco.com/" target="_blank"><i>Yellow Rose & Company</i></a>.<br />
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The owner and I met at her cozy space, lattes in hand, and chatted about a <i>number</i> of design projects I'll be creating for her adorable shop and this is one of them. This adorable <i>Happy Fall </i>design is not only available on the softest, coziest tee around, but it can purchased as a print as well (which includes the adorable orange gingham pattern on some of the pumpkins show below.)<br />
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Keep an eye for more news on this special collaboration and the my holiday designs. Until then, you can grab your very own t-shirt over on the Yellow Rose & Company <a href="https://www.yellowroseandco.com/collections/screen-printed/products/happy-fall-tee" target="_blank">website</a>! <br />
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Enjoy a peek at the wonderful process of screen printing my Hello Fall design on tees. :)<br />
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sdfAlexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-78813267850605334852018-09-12T14:17:00.000-05:002018-09-12T14:17:54.474-05:00A little cat garden<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've a brief moment to write a quick post. Truthfully, I'd be working away if it wasn't for the need to charge my iPad and iPencil! Ha! Regardless, it's great to pop in here to say hello since it's been almost 2 months since my last post! Oh dear. I promise to try to write more after this week.<br />
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As most of you now know, Michael and I have relocated from Colorado to Kentucky for various reasons, so it has been a bit of a whirlwind with my children's book work and now teaching classes. (Let alone <i>everything</i> that comes with moving across the country in the first place!)<br />
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Every weekend I teach both a KIDS and ADULT workshop and thoroughly enjoy it. My heart has discovered just <i>how much</i> I love teaching! It's a blessing to see such joy on the faces of those learning to draw and paint. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to share my talent and skills with those around me here.<br />
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I'm off to finalize the last few illustrations of one of the two children's books I've been working on - <a href="https://alexandramacvean.com/books/" target="_blank">The Ripple</a>. For more about it, you can take a peek over at the <a href="https://www.clearforkpublishing.com/alexandra-h-macvean.html" target="_blank">Clear Fork Publishing website</a>.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-84183692209835329002018-07-18T11:58:00.001-05:002018-07-18T11:58:50.615-05:00Scribble Picnic: Hot Dog<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Scrambling still with deadlines but here's my quick contribution for this week's <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/07/hot-dogs-and-scribble-picnics.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> theme, <b>hot dog</b>. My popular dachshunds in a little pattern with scarfs representing mustard and ketchup. Hee<br />
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For more wonderful contributions to <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael's</a> weekly art co-op, hop on over to his cozy blog for more.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-37082589847103084102018-07-11T18:35:00.001-05:002018-08-09T07:12:00.754-05:00Scribble Picnic: Stars<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm finally back home in Colorado! <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael</a> is more than thrilled to have me home....as is our sweet puppy! There's still a lot of work to do and deadlines creeping up quickly so will have my creative head (and heart) buried for the next several weeks.<br />
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With that said, I'm quickly jumping on board for this week's <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/07/a-star-studded-picnic.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> theme - <span style="color: orange;"><b>stars</b></span>. This is Leo....and he loves to sing sweet songs to his cuddly bunny.<br />
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OK, I'm off to have a little dinner and then a cup of tea while visiting everyone. Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-83857580055492429712018-06-27T09:22:00.000-05:002018-06-27T09:25:40.986-05:00Scribble Picnic: Crunchy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: orange;"><b>Crunchy</b></span>.....what's better than an elephant crunching on red apples? Hee Hee This little guy came together out of the blue yesterday. I'm currently with my parents in Kentucky again, as I'm teaching KIDS art classes. (Read more about that in my post <a href="http://alexandramacvean.blogspot.com/2018/06/teaching-art.html" target="_blank">here</a>.) Last night we were hit with a horrible storm, resulting in not just losing power but phone lines and more. Without access to anything in the country, I curled up on the sofa and just explored doodling with textures and patterns with Procreate on my iPad. He turned out incredibly adorable, don't you think?.....and a <i>perfect</i> fit for this week's <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/06/crunchy-picnic.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> in <a href="http://michaelmacveanillustration.com/about/" target="_blank">Michael's</a> backyard.<br />
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(PS I posted the incorrect version on IG but hey, he's still cute!) Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-50024802931252249132018-06-26T11:19:00.001-05:002018-06-26T11:20:19.236-05:00Teaching Art<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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There's no greater joy to me than being able to work with kids one-on-one. These past few months I've had the opportunity to begin teaching art classes to both adults and kids. It's been a <i>wonderful</i> experience and let me tell you just <i>how creative</i> my students have been! Every weekend, those sweet little faces pop on in and we all have the time of our life!Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-48863782446648462442018-06-06T15:36:00.000-05:002018-06-06T15:36:00.743-05:00Scribble Picnic: Classic Dragon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been quite some time since being a part of Scribble Picnic so I'm quite chuffed to be hopping back on board this week with the current theme, <b>classic</b>. What do I have to offer this week? Well, the classic <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pete%27s_Dragon_(1977_film)" target="_blank">Pete's Dragon</a>, of course! I have loved this movie for as long as I can remember and <i>still</i> play, "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBZ2mV1GwuQ" target="_blank">Candle of the Water</a>" on my piano from time to time.<br />
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I've decided to include the sketched version of where I started before choosing to color him in. He's more like a child/baby version of Pete's Dragon and still oh so very cute! Once he wakes up from his nap, he'll be sure to grab his favorite snacks - minced meat pies and a bag of apples!<br />
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For more wonderful contributions to <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/06/scribble-picnic-storm.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a>, hop on over to <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael's</a> cozy blog.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-90118343249242079162018-05-23T13:42:00.000-05:002018-05-23T13:43:00.298-05:00From my cozy home...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been quite awhile since I've been able to sit down and write a few words. Goodness it feels like life has been non-stop these past few months. So many good things happening...and sadly, some not-so-great things but my family will push through those and onto the other side for bigger and better things.<br />
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I've returned home to Colorado and enjoying some time with Michael, along with my mother and step-dad (aka poppa). It's been gorgeous weather overall and looking forward to showing them more of the beautiful Rocky Mountains before they return to Kentucky the beginning of June.<br />
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There are some pretty amazing art projects coming up and can't wait to share some <i>awesome</i> news! Until then, enjoy these Spring photos from outside our cozy home.<br />
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Much love to each of you! Thank you for sticking here with me through all of the changes going on.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-84622794820558530332018-04-11T22:19:00.000-05:002018-04-11T22:22:33.128-05:00Scribble Picnic: Pajamas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been awhile since I've been able to participate with <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/04/pajamas-and-picnis.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> and so glad I've had an opportunity to pop in for a quick bite and fellowship with everyone. I've missed all of you very much!<br />
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So, here's a little peek at what <i>I think</i> Michael looked like as a little boy, sneaking into the kitchen in the middle of the night for a snack in his pajamas. hee hee <br />
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For more wonderful contributions to this week's theme, <b>pajamas</b>, make sure to visit <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Michael</a> and his blog.Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-7219839128000008292018-03-29T00:31:00.001-05:002018-03-29T00:31:42.913-05:00Scribble Picnic: Start HARE<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh gosh, I'm having way too many late nights lately...and tonight is one of them. It's 1:30 (Kentucky time) in the morning and I'm just squeezing in under the wire for getting my <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/03/egg-salad-anyone.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> submitted for this week's theme - <b>egg hunt</b>! Phew!<br />
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Every year, the rabbits in Thickleberry Village holds their annual <i>egg hunt</i>. You surely don't want to miss it as one will find plenty of snacks and things to nibble on throughout the entire day. Uh huh. Including Mr. Puddlesworth's 3-Tier Vanilla cake filled with strawberry jam. Mmmm<br />
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Here's to a wonderful picnic event and wishing everyone a wonderful Easter week/weekend! Alexandra MacVeanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17317852980496492650noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-876129775144082.post-60595981521297444002018-03-21T20:59:00.001-05:002018-03-21T20:59:27.638-05:00Scribble Picnic: Chocolate Chip Cookies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999;"><i>by Alexandra H. MacVean</i></span><b> </b><br /> </div>
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Anna Marie loved to bake.</div>
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Her favorite was making a strawberry cake!</div>
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But today she was making</div>
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chocolate chip cookies,</div>
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in hopes to cheer up</div>
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her best friend, Susie. </div>
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To cream her butter,</div>
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she swooshed and swished.</div>
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Then tossed in the eggs and flour and mixed...</div>
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...and mixed and mixed until it was just right.</div>
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"<i>Ahhh, that's it</i>!" she said with a smile. </div>
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But oh, she mustn't forget the best part!</div>
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And she dropped in the chocolate,</div>
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with a dash of love</div>
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from the heart!</div>
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For more wonderful <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/2018/03/did-anyone-bring-cream.html" target="_blank">Scribble Picnic</a> contributions of this week's theme, <b>cream</b>, make sure to visit Michael's <a href="http://dottyhill.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">blog</a>! And as you can see, Anna Marie and I brought cookies to this week's picnic! </div>
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