Ball Point Pen

So, I've been using my new Moleskin sketchbook, but I'm a bit upset. Gel pen bleeds through, so I've had to switch to ball point. And, the only two I could find, they both exploded on me in school today. I'd love you forever if you gave me one... snail mail? Hehehe.
I've decided I'm going to be working on a self-portrait for my art class/portfolio. Wish me luck, I've never done one from the mirror, so I'll be doing a bit of practice sketches before I start it. I've yet to decide the medium, but I'm guessing it will be pencil, charcoal or pastels.
Also, my school has quite a few nice scanners in the art rooms. *Hopefully* I can scan some photographs without the teachers minding, including re-scanning my others. My scanner makes lines, and I can't bring myself to post such, when I really like said photos.
Well, have a good night, I've self-portraits to try. Ugh.


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Loves,

Sarah

Meet Salazar and What I've Been Working On

Soooo, My Sketchbook, Lotus is, sadly, full. But, it is also a joyous occasion. A few days ago, I began working in Salazar. He's this kick ass semi-hard covered book, with slightly green tinted papers, and a Slytherin Crest on the cover. I love him.

So, he is the best sketchbook ever. Sharpie doesn't bleed through his pages, and he takes acrylic paint rather well. I love him, so much. I know, I'm odd talking about an object in such a way. But, remember that I'm easily amused. (Looking at the photo reminds me of a movie I watched the other day. Why did they have to kill all the snakes on the plane?!? They have feelings too.) I'll post a few of the things I've done in him thus far. I'll get more of the sketches up later.

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Soooooooo, in other news, I start school tomorrow, and am incredibly excited! PLUS, today while at the home improvement store, I picked up an adjustable window screen, so I've two pieces of mesh on frames. They are large enough, so if I'm lucky I can make large sheets of paper. I've always wanted to recycle paper. If all goes well, I'll be making my own sketchbooks in no time. Plus, I could share with my friends :) Also, I've a roll of film to pick up from the store, and another roll and a disposable camera to pick up. So, I'm quite the happy camper right now.

Yay for the beginning of the school year!

With love,
Sarah

Oh look, tis a Sketch Dump

As promised, Here is a dump of sketches, as well as a drawing and random page that's music inspired. Click each for the large image.

The sketchbook pages are drawn on with various pens and markers, along with a little bit of coloured pencil, prismacolour to be exact. You see faces, "Repo the Genetic Opera" 'Fan Art,' hands, different parts of the face, random spazzy words and.... I've a thing for drawing tongues. More specifically licking things. Don't ask.

With Love,

Sarah

Sketches, Doodles and Planning, Oh My!

So, I've been drawing every day, and you'll see that in a second. But first, I've an artshow to discuss with ye.
I enjoy making semi-large goals for myself, and the last one I set was to currate an art show. So, I've been gathering my friends together, and planning an art show. I made some calls today, and left some messages. Hopefully I'll hear back tomorrow. So yeah, if anyone has any suggestions for running one, I'm all ears.
Now for, the Sketch dump.