ARTIST JOURNAL
Lovey Dovey – In Studio Process
After sketching the desired image for Lovey Dovey in my sketchbook, I re-drew my line work onto the watercolor paper. This picture shows the watercolor/embroidery process at stage 2. You can see the sketch lines on the Arches paper and the palette is mixed and ready to go. The color is washed on to the paper in steps until the desired depths and forms are developed. Stage 3 is embroidering the art and the final step is to scan and edit the finished piece so it is ready in a digital format for reproduction.
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Watercolor Embroidery Painting by Cherish Flieder
READ MOREWhat’s your Pinterest?
Pinterest is something to cherish. A place to save and share your inspiring images from the web in a single place, with ease.
READ MOREInterview on being a children’s book illustrator
Do You Want to be a Children’s Book Illustrator?
Recently I was interviewed by Carolyn Edlund of Artsy Shark about my journey into children’s book illustration.
Check out this article to find out:
How I got started on the path of creating children’s book illustrations
9 basic steps in the process of illustrating a children’s book
5 top suggestions for artists interested in becoming children’s book illustrators
Adobe Illustrator Tricks Event – Repeat Patterns
Tonight at the Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design, I am honored to be on a panel of Adobe Illustrator expert illustrators of all genres with the Colorado Alliance of Illustrators. I will be teaching how to make a seamless repeat pattern in Adobe Illustrator CS5.
READ MORECHA Memories & Craft Month Designer Blog Hop
As a CHA designer member, I have been privileged to attend and show my art licensing and design work at five of the recent shows in Illinois and California. Each show has brought me unique insights on trends and introduces me to new products and techniques.
READ MORELove Letters Are Key
Here is a charming vignette I created with watercolor paper, embroidery and Sizzix ScoreBoard Pro Frame & Frame Back w/Stand Die by Eileen Hull. I accented the design with a lovely little key and my brand new Love Letter Embroidered Ribbon by Renaissance Ribbons.
READ MORE1st Monday Blog Hop – 365 Days of Crafts
A new blog ring of professional designers and crafters has launched! The theme is 365 Days of Crafts: “A totally cool new website with year round inspiration.” I am honored to be asked to participate in the ongoing display of creativity. Just look for the logo on our blogs and that will keep you hopping right along with us.
READ MOREAsk Debbie Mumm
Debbie Mumm’s story could be lifted from a textbook for success. Start small, find a niche, and promote yourself. Study the market and connect with everyone from the manufacturer to the consumer. We had the chance to listen and learn first hand from this very successful licensed artist.
Debbie Mumm will be a part of the monthly Art Licensing Ask Call Series on February 16, 2011.
READ MOREPhotoshop CS5: Painting & Mixing Brushes
This Thursday Evening at the Community College of Aurora, I am honored to be on a panel of Photoshop expert illustrators of all genres with the Colorado Alliance of Illustrators. I will be presenting tips on using the new painting and mixing brushes now available in PS CS5. The new oil-like painting features are simply amazing. If you are in the area, I would love to catch up with you then. Best!
READ MORECherish your Valentine
Here are some of the special things Painting for Life has to help you cherish your loved one this Valentine’s Day. Select from fine quality ribbons, cards, pins and other delightful gifts.
READ MOREArt Bash 2010
Once a year the artists of Painting for Life are pleased to participate in the Annual Steele Foundation Art Bash, in which their works will be auctioned off in a silent auction. Proceeds will go to benefit the Steele Foundation’s scholarship programs for student artists. If you ever wanted to own a Painting for Life original, here is your chance. If you can’t make the event and would like to place a bid online, you can email pjsfoundation@gmail.com. For more information go to SteeleFoundation.org.
READ MOREPaul Brent Christmas Special
I just found out from Ms. Tera Reed herself that she and Paul Brent is offering an incredible deal on the info Paul Brent has shared in his Ask Paul Brent calls. I was fortunate to have listened to them all, but if you haven’t you really don’t want to miss out.
READ MOREDala Horse RMCAD Faculty Exhibition
“UNDER THE INFLUENCE” Once every two years, the illustrious faculty at Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design show off their skills in a faculty exhibition. This year’s exhibition, Under the Influence, revolves around the concept of finding inspiration in everyday objects. Faculty members have contributed objects that influence the individual works of art they…
READ MOREMary D’Ambra: Singer, Songwriter & Friend
Mary D’Ambra launches her first music website where you can listen to her complete albums and preview her new one to come. Visit her at http://www.MaryDAmbra.com
READ MOREDIY Butterfly Bamboo Pillow
This month my Something to Cherish art style is featured on the Fairfield website. I am excited to teach you how to make a whimsical and nostalgic bamboo filled pillow that you and your environment can feel good about. Repurpose pre-printed fabric with a butterfly painting and hand stitching application that comes from the heart
READ MORESocial Networking for Designers Class: Making the Most of Your Online Presence
Can you guess these social media icons and the cityscape over which they hover? (answer below) If you are a Designer or EPM planning on attending the CHA Summer 2010 show, you must put this class on your schedule. I would love to meet up with you there as well. I am humbled to be…
READ MORETwitter Updates via Wordle
If my Twitter account was a picture, it might look something like this … Are you on Twitter too? Let’s tweet! (@cherishart)
READ MOREKreativ Blogger Award nominated by Jen Goode
I never expected my blog to be nominated for an award. I am honored to accept the Kreativ Blogger award from fellow art licensing artist, internet guru and renowned penguin artist, Jen Goode – jgoode.com. The Kreativ Blogger award originated in May 2008 in a post by Huldas Verden, a blogger from Norway. This award…
READ MORE2,000 Members Art Licensing LinkedIn Group
For media inquiries contact: Cherish Flieder LinkedIn Art Licensing Community Reaches 2,000 Members Cherish Flieder is pleased to announced today that the ArtOfLicensing.com group on LinkedIn has reached the milestone mark of 2,000 members. This makes it the largest due-free online networking group for an international art licensing community. Members including licensors (artists, illustrators, designers,…
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