Friday, February 27, 2009

Illustration Friday - "Breezy"

I will be so happy when I feel warm breezes on my face again. Winter in Chicago is much too long.
©KathleenRietz
©KathleenRietz
EDITOR'S NOTE: My latest illustrated children's book "The ABCs of Yoga for Kids" is now available for purchase! If you buy the book and want it SIGNED, pls specify in the comment box when you order that you were referred by me and that you would like the book signed. I will be signing books in L.A. at the end of March and your book will ship out then. Click the book icon on the upper right corner of my blog to order the book now. Thanks!!
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40 comments:

  1. Josh (musarter)2/27/2009 2:54 PM

    Great Breeze picture. Congratulations on finishing the book. From what I have seen it looks awesome.

    I've been meaning to stop by and I am glad I did; it is good to see what you have been up to lately.

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  2. murphy girl2/27/2009 3:58 PM

    perfect image! can't wait to wear flip flops again!

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  3. Rui Sousa2/27/2009 4:23 PM

    Really well done!
    regards,

    Rui Sousa

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  4. Phyllis Harris2/27/2009 5:51 PM

    I love this painting! Great choice for "breezy"!

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  5. sheree boyd2/27/2009 6:06 PM

    very lovely, Kate! and i agree, Winter is much too long here in NY as well.

    Good luck and have fun with the book signing in LA!

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  6. Anonymous2/27/2009 6:33 PM

    lov the frog, looks like a perfect spring day. michael dailey

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  7. AscenderRisesAbove2/27/2009 7:15 PM

    cute cute cute... will send some of this new incoming rain on over to you. ;-)

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  8. studio lolo2/27/2009 8:22 PM

    I'd better give my niece a head's up so she knows who the book is from! It's being mailed directly to her kids near Boston. I know they're going to love it!

    I love this easy-breezy sweet little girl ;)

    remember to take "Kate breaks!"
    XX

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  9. Teri2/27/2009 8:39 PM

    Your little girl needs to come to Tucson, it is spring in the 80's. She is so cute and will fit right in.

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  10. Unknown2/27/2009 8:47 PM

    I FEEL that! Such a free feeling. I also love the way you put the pencil drawing too. I am trying to get better at watercolour, so I can kind of see here how it is a done. thanks!

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  11. NightenGail2/27/2009 11:28 PM

    I love the small details like the bird and the frog! All your sketches are beautiful.

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  12. flower girl2/28/2009 2:49 AM

    Cute girl :)

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  13. Jess2/28/2009 5:36 AM

    This is a lovely happy picture! Her face looks so serene, I can't wait for this weather to change too!x

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  14. Anonymous2/28/2009 7:47 AM

    This is such a wonderful happy warm and breezy illustration! I totally am with you on being ready for spring... Chicago, New England... both places are way too cold in the winter! Let's hope it warms up soon:)

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  15. Roberta2/28/2009 9:36 AM

    Flying out to do a book signing... you go girl!!!
    You're pretty incredible Kate!

    Love your breezy illo!

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  16. Mônica2/28/2009 12:53 PM

    So lovely, Kate! I really like all the little details, the frog jumping after the little fly, the singing bird, the moving grass. I almost feel that lovely warm breeze myself!

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  17. MrBibleHead2/28/2009 4:42 PM

    Just looking at your beautiful illustration, I can feel the warm spring breeze. I hear you about this long winter in Chicago....too long! Grate pic Kate!

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  18. Bella Sinclair2/28/2009 8:41 PM

    Isn't she just the sweetest thing! I love her summery outfit. Can't WAIT for the warmth again. Though compared to Chicago, I don't think I can rightly complain. Brrrrr!

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  19. valerie walsh2/28/2009 8:56 PM

    How lovely and soft! I am so happy for you about the yoga book and the Palisades are right next door to Topanga so I sure hope I can make it :)

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  20. Anonymous3/01/2009 12:37 AM

    I love the before and after illustrations. Congrats on your very fine book!

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  21. Joan Y3/01/2009 12:58 AM

    I love this illustration in color. It takes me back to a simple time. Hey, it has been breezy here too! : )

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  22. Anonymous3/01/2009 2:47 PM

    nice illustration!

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  23. tusen3/01/2009 4:14 PM

    heh, I feel the same about winter here in Poland.
    Sweet illustration. I like the little details, e.g. the flower in her hair.

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  24. Jannie aka Chickengirl3/01/2009 5:29 PM

    The prettiest softest breeze :-)

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  25. Cheryl3/01/2009 6:58 PM

    I love the tenderness of this. Congrats on the new book:)

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  26. Ces Adorio3/01/2009 9:02 PM

    kate your illustrations are so precious. I totally agree about warm breezes blowing on our faces in winter and cool breezes in the summer. How can we arrange that? I was saying at Bella's blog that you are one of the illustrators who has a signature style.

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  27. Anonymous3/02/2009 1:10 AM

    This is so beautiful, but i was completely distracted by the fact that you will sign the book! I totally want to get one for my sis in law who does yoga with her kids...I am making a note to myself so I don't forget!

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  28. Caroline3/02/2009 7:50 AM

    Love this illustration - she looks so happy. Super detail. Congrats on the book!

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  29. yoon see3/02/2009 10:37 AM

    Really beautiful & sunny piece Kate.
    Thanks for your offer for the yoga book.
    I really love to get one but I must konw the total cost of the book plus shipping fee, whether it's within my budget.
    Thanks Kate:)
    Good luck again.
    Look like you are very busy.
    Good news, signing the yoga illustration book is great and it's a time your fan can get up close with you!!!! I'm sure this will be your happiest moment.
    I'm glad that you have finally finished a great mission-ilustrating for life.
    Keep it up Kate!!!
    It's good to be busy!
    Hugs & loves,
    Yoon See

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  30. Kimmi3/02/2009 5:02 PM

    I agree!!!! I can't wait until spring is here :)

    Kimberly

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  31. crystal driedger3/02/2009 7:23 PM

    beautiful piece. It's so tranquil!

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  32. theartofpuro3/03/2009 5:30 AM

    Great illo so cute and peaceful

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  33. Random York3/03/2009 7:02 AM

    Hi Kate! Spring has arrived in your picture! It's very pretty! Spring is coming... it's nice to know we can depend on that!
    Take care- John

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  34. yoon see3/03/2009 9:31 AM

    Hope you will enjoy as I did, here's a tag cum quiz specially selected for 10 talented & beautiful people....and you are one of them Kate:)

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  35. froggie is...3/03/2009 12:40 PM

    soon, kate! soon! you can almost smell spring around the corner! :)) she's lovely...perfectly poised for spring! :)) and WOO-HOO! on your book! :))

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  36. Unknown3/04/2009 1:47 PM

    beautiful work Kathleen!!! I love this piece....

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  37. Jim Rowland Creations3/05/2009 1:52 PM

    Delightful! Simply delightful!

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  38. Dot3/05/2009 10:27 PM

    aww she's adorable! i'm missing the warm summer breezes too...

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  39. Mia Charro3/07/2009 5:05 AM

    ohhh sweet little girl!

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