Sunday 12 February 2012

What's your name. . .

Good morning everyone. Here is another little character that popped onto my pages this week. Boy, Rabbit, Granny Minch (from my previous posts) and Miss here are somehow tied together. There is a story there that I can't quite  get hold of. It's so FRUSTRATING...grrr! It's keeping me awake at night. I don't even know their names yet.  
The illustrations for my first story are in progress.  My deadline to have them done is end of February. Then I will send them off and say lots of prayers and cross my fingers and toes that a publisher loves it enough to publish. I'll reveal the characters to you then. Not quite ready to step out of the shadows yet.
I have the bones of a new story and new characters that I'm excited about and can't wait to get started on. There are just not enough hours in my day to fit everything in. Hope you all have a good Sunday Sketches time... :) x

34 comments:

Tracey FK said...

Have just found you via Sunday Sketches and it has made my day to find your blog... love your work and I spent time I didn't have cruising through past posts... whole family now up in arms at the studio door demanding to be fed... will visit again soon...xx

Unknown said...

Thank you Tracey...please feed your family, I don't want to be responsible for starving children... mine wants breakfast...most go too. :)

manomij said...

I also just found you and I love what I see. I have a little time to look around now. Nice to find you and I am looking forward to seeing more. Manonx

Molly said...

What wonderfully quirky characters... There personalities jump right off the page!

Unknown said...

Thank you for joining me... I tried to link back to you but couldn't...let me know if you have a blog, I would love to pop by.. :)

Unknown said...

Thank you Molly Girl, I reall like your portrait.. :)

Jehanne's doodles said...

Oh she is adorable! I love all these new characters you are creating!
Will post you something tomorrow. I have no idea what I wrote and do not want to re-read it otherwise it will hit the bin LOL

carol l mckenna said...

Love your creative character ~ she is adorable ~ well done ~namaste, carol (Share the Creative Journey)

Heather said...

Oh she's just so pretty with that long red hair! Just like my little Saylor - her nickname is PUP -
I love when the creative energy takes over...it's a great feeling...looking forward to more with all of these characters! I really love their style!
HUGS
heather

Unknown said...

Hi, Jehanne, lol, my letter to you is still in my head...will try and get it on paper tonight... :)

Unknown said...

Thanks Heather, Pup, that's cute.

Unknown said...

Thanks Carol :)

Victoria said...

What a beauty...i am loving all these charming spirits..I love little crow below too..gorgeous!!
Wonderful work!
Victoria

Debbie said...

She's so sweet and I love the gorgeous red hair! I am hoping for the best with the new book you are sending this month! you're in my prayers!

Alexandra MacVean said...

She is lovely, Catherine. Her red hair and braids remind me of a "Lizzy". :) Best of luck with the publishers!! Have my fingers crossed! Hugs

Magic Love Crow said...

She is a sweetheart! I love her face, her hair and her clothes! She is so pretty! Have a great sunday ;o)

Magic Love Crow said...

I forgot to say, I am wishing you all the best with the publishers!

Sabina said...

What an adorable character! Can't wait to see what you have in mind for her story wise.

Gwen said...

Such a gorgeous character....your story will present itself...and....I can't wait to hear it:)
xxx

Tammie Lee said...

love all the creative energy you have going on. maybe you can sleep at night and the story and names will come to you i a dream? This gal is charming as can be.

Sophie with her Illustrations said...

I hope that your publisher likes the illustration as well because I do. I love her long hair :)

Lenora said...

i love her boots!

Christine said...

She's a cute little miss!

Joni Nickrent said...

What a little sweetheart! Love her hair! too Cute!

Unknown said...

oh she is one cute character Catherine!!!! I love this piece.....Goodluck with the illustrations...and I am sure the Publisher will love them!!!!

EVA said...

How intriguing!

She is charming and lovely. Can't wait to see more of the book!

Sinderella's Studio said...

she reminds me of one of my granddaughters, Neva Ellen!
cheers, dana

Joanne Osband said...

She looks very thoughtful. I like the way you did her hair. Am looking forward to seeing more of your creations and story. Sending good thoughts you way....

Julie said...

I just love your work, so fun and creative! I am in the "how to paint a girl" class with you ... I'm now following your blog too! I think your work is really inspiring!

Anonymous said...

I love these little girls,, such an almost sad dreamy quality about them,

Alicia C said...

what an interesting dilemma - characters but no story - reminds me of a play by Pirandello... beautiful girls BTW!

Melisa said...

She's a sweetie! I can't wait to see your book characters. I hope the publishers love it!

Unknown said...

Thank you ladies for all your lovely comments...You've made my day.. :D

Sandra van Doorn said...

Catherine i just adore your littel people!
everyone will love them too when you send them out into the world :)
xo sandra