10X11 cm (3,9X4,3 inches)
Last year I bought “Twenties Girl” by Sophie Kinsella. I read it on my summer vacation and for the first time I managed not to get distracted by the noise around the pool… I just need quiet in order to read, I’m not blaming anyone here! ;) But THIS book is totally fantastic and entertaining. If you love chick lit, mystery novels AND ghost stories, you won’t regret it! Trust me…
Before reading it, I didn’t know much about the Roaring Twenties. And what I love about reading is that you can learn tons of things… This book has made me want to know everything about the 20′s. So now you know why I painted this gorgeous flapper lady.
As for the dragonfly, I painted it because “Twenties Girl” tells the story of a ghost, Sadie, who needs to find her missing dragonfly necklace so she can rest in peace. But she needs help, that’s why she decides to haunt her great-niece, Lara…
Besides the dragonfly has many different symbolic meanings, which I think is pretty interesting for such a small (but nonetheless charming) thing!
12,2X12 cm (4,8X4,7 inches)
I can’t agree more, that books about past are great way to know how it was in the past!!!!! By the way, I like the dragonfly!!!!
Ahah, thanks ! Just to be clear, it’s a modern story. The ghost’s from the 1920′s and appears as a 23-year-old flapper. I think I’m gonna read it again!
oky!maybe i will read it!!!
I also agree, Cha. Most writers to extensive research of what ever it is they are going to write a story about (a good one, that is)….it really brings a book to life, and serves as an education source as well.
I like your dragon fly too. It did make me think of how we had a swarm of them come over the Island recently though. I didn’t much care for that though.
Both drawings are fantastic!
Deb xx
Thank you for your kind and supportive words! I really appreciate it.
The Flapper girl, there’s a term I haven’t heard in a long time. I forget what I was researching, I think it was swing kids, for an essay. Then again I think it was a review I had to write for theater on a play we saw, I reviewed Chicago, that’s a good flick and play if you get a chance to see the play.
The book sounds interesting–chick lit. I like that. Dow Wuthering Heights fall into that category? You should read The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. I think that is supposed to be the definitive lit book on the roaring twenties. I remember watching the film in school, but I fell asleep. Not sure what that says about it.
How long does it take you to paint some of these, particularly the portraits. Do you sketch them out first? You paint some celebrities also, do you ever take requests? I like the flowers you painted; I’ve always liked paintings of flowers, I don’t know why. I love Georgia O’Keeffe’s work.
Thanks for commenting Charles! I already answered your comment but my answer disappeared. Arrrgh
So the book is interesting TO ME. Not sure everyone would love it. It’s chick lit which I love. I don’t enjoy sad stories, usually I read books with a happy-ending to relax. And this one was great for that. I loved learning things about the Twenties. It has made me want to learn to dance the Charleston! Ahah
Usually I don’t take too much time to paint. For this flapper portrait I took about 30 minutes I think. It was pretty fast. I love painting with watercolor ’cause you can have very interesting results in a few minutes only. I used to paint with acrylics, but it’s a longer process. And I guess I’m too lazy!
Unfortunately I’m not that famous so no requests yet. lol Well I made a friend’s portrait once when she asked me. But I often give special presents to my family and friends: I paint their portraits and they love that. Especially because it’s a surprise.
Truth is I like to paint what I want when I want. I think that’s what keeps me motivated.
Thanks for telling me about The Great Gatsby, Charles!
Oh, I read this book too! Absolutely loved it!
Ahhhh finally someone who read it and LOVED it!
Thanks for commenting, Alexandra!