Here is my submission for Illustration Friday's "Little Things" prompt. It is a little painting 2.5" x 3.5 titled "First Snow". It is a little child standing in the doorway watching the first little flakes fall. It really is the "Little Things" in life that help us understand what's important.
A few of my friends asked me to put some gifts in my Etsy shop for the holidays. I used to be big time into gift making. When I was 19 (29 years ago) I started my own hand printed greeting card business here in Topanga. I would silkscreen in my studio, a limit of 3 colours and I would hand deliver, wrapped with a ribbon in a paper bag. I had tons of takers, they were all wonderful people and all of their friends would hope to receive one of my cards. They were printed on hand made paper, limited and signed editions. It was a unique little business that made people happy at the holidays.
A few of my friends asked me to put some gifts in my Etsy shop for the holidays. I used to be big time into gift making. When I was 19 (29 years ago) I started my own hand printed greeting card business here in Topanga. I would silkscreen in my studio, a limit of 3 colours and I would hand deliver, wrapped with a ribbon in a paper bag. I had tons of takers, they were all wonderful people and all of their friends would hope to receive one of my cards. They were printed on hand made paper, limited and signed editions. It was a unique little business that made people happy at the holidays.
I love the shape of this house and the colour of the tiles, a little different from your usual bright style.
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this is sentimental for me val! the color of the house and the way it was standing-
ReplyDeletei like what you said, too about The Little Things in life, and for sharing about your little business before-it really sounds great.
Beautiful Val! and I have the honor to be right next to you again :)
ReplyDeleteLovely!! That sounds like a great business, too-- though heavy on the labor, I'm guessing! Happy holidays!
ReplyDeleteI love that you made personal cards. Christmas has become so stamped out and assembled.
ReplyDeleteI love the little things and people like you with so much love in their hearts.
Very nice, but don't eat the yellow smow. Pax et Amo. Bad Dog
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute and quiet look to the this. The little things are the best.
ReplyDeleteI love the little things...like seeing your beautiful houses every week on Illustration Fridays. I love it!
ReplyDeleteI'd be a taker in a minute. Charming once again, Val.
ReplyDeleteThat's sweet! I hope for the child that tomorrow's a snow day!
ReplyDeletevery festive! your style here is a bit different...and really smart take on last week topc: I definetely subscribe your point of view.
ReplyDeletethe first snow of the year is so lovely. Here in the northeast is the second, third and fourth that start to get old! love the picture tho'
ReplyDeleteAdorable!
ReplyDeleteOhhh how beautiful! Lovely colors...and that tree behind it is so artistic.. Love this!
ReplyDeleteThis reminds me of Liam standing at the door the other day waiting for the snow to fall. He waited quite a long time. Wonderful piece!!
ReplyDeletei had no idea you had an etsy shop; marked as a favorite now
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Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI have to admit, I miss the snow! Sweet drawing and story.
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ReplyDeleteHow lovely, those cards sound wonderful. regards, Michelle
ReplyDeleteadorable!
ReplyDeleteWhat a little and wonderful house.. the kind of place where I will love to see my first flakes fall..
ReplyDeleteI love the colours!
ReplyDelete...I agree, their friends were lucky to receive your special cards!
Very sweet, this painting is so peaceful
ReplyDeletewonderful little art piece! btw, i so love handmade cards, i hope one day i can sell some too ;)
ReplyDeleteSometimes little things, like recieving a card, can all the difference. Your painted home looks little but very cozy.
ReplyDeleteThis is just awesome. I love the texture in the sky, and your color choices. Very nicely done.
ReplyDeletewonderful illustration… i know how you feel… i used to do SO much more when i was younger… everything has sped up so much…
ReplyDeletehappy holidays!!
Warm and toasty!!
ReplyDeleteYou continue to make people happy with your pieces - all over the world1 Better still we look forward to it once a week instead of once a year! Happy Holiday, Miss Valerie!
ReplyDeleteI just love all of your whimsical paintings. I know you're on Monday Artday ATCs so we have definitely got to trade sometime!
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ReplyDeleteYour little snowy scene is as wonderful as the first time!
So soft and sweet!
ReplyDeleteI loved your bright present houses last week too. :)
Lovely, lovely image and very sweet sentiment.
ReplyDeleteIt was also neat to find out that you are from Topanga. We're practically neighbors, I work in Woodland Hills.
Hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Beautiful work ! It's cute :)
ReplyDeletei love your house design and the store that goes with it is wonderful!!! very nice job!
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