Friday, January 30, 2009

Illustration Friday - "Flawed" & my 300th post

©Kathleen Rietz
"Sometimes our flaws are what make us charming."

I had hoped to do something grand for my 300th post, but as busy as I am lately, I just have not even had time to blog nor visit the blogs I like. I miss everyone! I've been super busy with the spreads for the book "Little Black Ant at Park Street". Unlike my last project, I cannot show the illustrations for this current book until the book is published and released in early summer. And honestly I have little creative energy left after painting all day and/or night.

I did get a chance to draw a little in my Moleskine last weekend, and I posted my latest drawing here, along with a little demo on how I draw near-perfect ellipses.

To everyone who has visited my blog over the last couple of years....THANK YOU! Please continue to visit...your comments encourage me and sometimes they even make me laugh.
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57 comments:

  1. Bill Ross1/30/2009 11:06 PM

    That makes me the most charming guy you know. I'm flawed out the wazoo!!!

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  2. Honor1/30/2009 11:14 PM

    Congrats on your 300th post Kate! I love all your pics and this one is particularly charming. Great to hear you're so busy! x

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  3. Candace Trew Camling1/30/2009 11:18 PM

    I just did my 200th post a day or two ago. Feels good! I have been busy also, and I miss getting around to everyone's blog. Love your moleskine sketch too! Cant wait to see that ant book!

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  4. Edrian1/30/2009 11:29 PM

    It always amazes me how well you capture your pencil drawings...I just came back from your other blog. You are incredibly meticulous and pay very good attention to detail. wow!
    Congrats on your 300th post. I reached my 100th recently and only realized it after I posted it. Glad to see that you are so busy!

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  5. Unknown1/30/2009 11:41 PM

    yeah! a post from you. I live this little girl. I mean REALLY, who does have perfect teeth? Happy 300th post too

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  6. Sónia Cântara 1/31/2009 2:49 AM

    So, so cute! For me, it's perfect! Good work!

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  7. flower girl1/31/2009 3:18 AM

    Hey Kate!!I hope everythings goes well!and this little girl is beautiful =)

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  8. Bella Sinclair1/31/2009 3:53 AM

    Oh my gosh, I just want to gobble her up! Too cute, too cuuuuuute! Congratulations on 300!

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  9. Unknown1/31/2009 3:57 AM

    Well Done on your 300th post, Kate. I recently did my 30th, so I've got a bit of catching up to do. It's wonderful to see that your really busy.

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  10. Catalina Alvarez1/31/2009 4:10 AM

    Wow! Kate!!
    Congratulations for your 300th post!
    300 lovely and adorable images.
    Thanks for sharing your art with us.
    Arrivederci,
    Cata

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  11. Ginger*:)1/31/2009 6:07 AM

    Congratualtions on #300. She is adorable.

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  12. yoon see1/31/2009 6:11 AM

    Really beautiful!
    Thanks for posting in midst of business and congrats for this great 300th post hits:)
    I lost a teeth recently!

    I will wait patiently for your come back:)

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  13. Vanessa Brantley Newton1/31/2009 6:44 AM

    She is simply cute and charming and that tooth will be back before she knows it! 300th post!! Awesome!!! You should be so proud of yourself. You did it! You inspire so many with your words and fabulous illustrations! Great work.

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  14. Ann Marie DiVecchia1/31/2009 8:56 AM

    Congratulations on your 300th post and your new book project!

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  15. Ann Marie DiVecchia1/31/2009 9:09 AM

    Hi Kathleen I have tagged you for a blog award! See my blog for details.

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  16. Kristi Valiant1/31/2009 9:10 AM

    Oh Kate, she is so precious and charming. I think she's perfect for your 300th post. I love the loose pencil ringlets in her hair.

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  17. Ces Adorio1/31/2009 9:25 AM

    What flaw? She is imperfectly perfect! kate your drawings exude warmth and happiness. BTW I love your new avatar. Very lovely!

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  18. Cheryl1/31/2009 9:26 AM

    Charming picture. No flaws I see.

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  19. Valerie Lorimer1/31/2009 10:08 AM

    Darling illo!

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  20. Carol H.1/31/2009 10:22 AM

    Congrats on 300 posts! I love the little girl illustration, btw -- she looks just like me at that age, only I had lots of freckles.

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  21. Unknown1/31/2009 10:34 AM

    wonderful work Kate!!! she is so so sweet....

    Hugs
    Diana

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  22. Vickie1/31/2009 10:36 AM

    Hi Kate,
    Cute picture:) I'm glad you are busy on a project. Busy is good. I enjoy all of your posts and your kind comments.

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  23. Anonymous1/31/2009 11:01 AM

    This is soooo cute! I love it! And congrats on the 300th post, wahoo! Good luck with your work, sounds like it will be totally worth it in the end...

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  24. studio lolo1/31/2009 11:11 AM

    hee-heee, last year I broke a front tooth!!!! You want to see panic on a woman's face, Lordy I was a wreck!
    Congrats on your 300th post, wow! personally, I'm looking forward to the next 300 :)

    Take a deep breath, follow some of the yoga poses from your other book and take some time for yourself. Oh, and hug Sunshine to lower your blood pressure ;)

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  25. Teri1/31/2009 11:53 AM

    She is adorable!

    Happy 300th!

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  26. Laura1/31/2009 1:11 PM

    The soft look is great and it's a very good illustration. Love it.

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  27. Digital Scott's Illustrationblog1/31/2009 1:54 PM

    Super cute and well done.

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  28. krisztina maros1/31/2009 2:15 PM

    wow! 300 great posts like this it's fantastic! i just love this charming girl. best wishes to your next 300 :)

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  29. °1/31/2009 4:15 PM

    she's a cutie and very adorable. also want to say how much I really like your work on your moleskin blog.

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  30. INDIGENE1/31/2009 4:37 PM

    Oh my...Happy 300th! What a cute flaw! Wonderful illustration!

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  31. lil kim1/31/2009 5:52 PM

    congrats on # 300! such a sweet painting, love her curls. Hope all is going well with your book!

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  32. Roberta2/01/2009 12:36 AM

    She's so cute I could squeeze her!

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  33. Eugenia Gina2/01/2009 5:20 AM

    #300! congrats! and thanks for sharing your lovely illo with us :D!

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  34. Faruffa2/01/2009 8:15 AM

    She so cute and beautiful !
    I agree with you Kate, but usually young people don't know this is true :o)

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  35. Beatrice2/01/2009 10:55 AM

    Congrats on your 300th! I love this, from the pigtails to the shy little smile.

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  36. jazzlamb2/01/2009 11:21 AM

    SOOO ADORABLE!!!
    she is soooo cute!

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  37. Kathy2/01/2009 11:59 AM

    Kate, I am so glad you started this blog and I am so glad we have "met" through the blogosphere. You are a positive light! I wish you great success and, wow, 300 posts and time sure does fly by quickly, doesn't it?? :)

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  38. Kathy2/01/2009 1:15 PM

    Hi Kate! I awarded you with the Kreativ Blogger award!! It's on my blog -- check it out!!
    Best,
    Kathy

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  39. Serena Lewis2/01/2009 2:02 PM

    Congratulations on your 300th blog post, Kathleen! I love your illustration!

    I know exactly what you mean...it's been a while since I've visited your blog (& others) as I've been so busy myself but I will make myself a nice cup of green tea and enjoy what I've missed.

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  40. Phyllis Harris2/01/2009 7:57 PM

    This one is so very sweet! I've missed your blog posts but I can totally relate and understand. Good luck on your paintings and be sure to take a little time for yourself. :o)

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  41. Joan Y2/02/2009 12:04 AM

    This calls for a celebration! I'll bring the champagne and cupcakes!!!! This darling drawing reminds us to be grateful for our flaws too! : ) Hugs to you!

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  42. Jess2/02/2009 6:28 AM

    I really enjoy following your blog Kate, I wish you many more lovely posts!x

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  43. roz2/02/2009 8:56 AM

    How sweet! Love her and your take on the theme.

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  44. theartofpuro2/02/2009 9:55 AM

    Congratulations for your 300th post

    I love the illo ,is so charming and the message is great

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  45. get zapped2/02/2009 12:26 PM

    This is so sweet, Kate! I love the little curls and big smile.

    Congrats on your 300th post!

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  46. Tom Barrett2/02/2009 10:19 PM

    Happy 300th! I am approaching my 100th, so I have a ways to go yet! :P

    Looking forward to seeing some of the finished art from the new book!

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  47. Joan Y2/02/2009 10:38 PM

    Hi! It's me again *waving frantically with two hands* I know you're busy working. Just wanted to let you know I miss ya!

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  48. Anonymous2/04/2009 12:41 AM

    awww kate, this is so cute! love her eyes and her body language. so perfect!

    (and my jakers just lost a tooth last night :)

    t

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  49. Hello!2/04/2009 2:41 AM

    Ooh this is so adorable!!
    What a nice idea for this week's theme too. I love your characters, they are always incredibly expressive

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  50. Ben Clanton2/04/2009 3:25 AM

    Absolutely darling! I love your illustrations and will have to be sure to check out the book you came out with.

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  51. Caroline2/04/2009 7:40 AM

    Got to be my favourite 'flawed' illo! Just love it!

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  52. Eric Barclay2/04/2009 11:38 AM

    Really cute! I can almost hear the wind whistling through her teeth... Wonderful!

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  53. Dot2/05/2009 1:07 PM

    hehe, the flaw is subtle, she's so cute!

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  54. Anonymous2/05/2009 1:43 PM

    haha

    that's sweet!

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  55. FADZLAN RIZAN JOHANI2/05/2009 3:50 PM

    "Sometimes our flaws are what make us charming." ...it seems quite a long time to hear someone talk about FLAWS..good thought!

    Congrats on your 300th post, Kate!

    FADZ
    http://papan9.blogspot.com/

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  56. Marco2/06/2009 11:57 AM

    What beautiful pictures of these children! Are among the most beautiful I have ever seen! The baby out with the t-shirt of peace is wonderful!

    bonaska

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  57. Lisa M Griffin2/08/2009 1:25 PM

    She is so charming! Love that grin and congratulations on your 300th post. That is amazing!!!

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