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Entry for the 3rd Annual Dog Art Wine Label Contest of 2011

My entry for the 3rd Annual Dog Art Mutt Lynch Winery W ine Label Contest of 2011 Theme: "Naughty"... Naughty Whine Blues It's voting time! If you like my entry for the Dog Art Today/ Mutt Lynch Wine Label contest, Please vote for it at: http://dreamdogsart.typepad.co m/art/2011/05/vote-for-the-201 1-wine-label-contest.html Voting ends at midnight Saturday, May 21 (PST)

Lunar Love Series Continues

And adding now to: KiniArt Cafepress KiniArt Inktastic KiniArt Zazzle Cats

Illustration Friday: CULTIVATE

KiniArt Donated Design For Japan Earthquake Relief Fund

Donated Design Zazzle donated $10 of the proceeds from shirts sold featuring this design, to the American Red Cross for the Japan Earthquake Relief fund.

GiGGLe DoGs ~ A Fun New KiniArt Etsy Shop Contest!

Introducing... a fun new KiniArt game... Every week, these Giggle dogs will be hidden somewhere within my Etsy shop images. All you need to do to win is to b e a KiniArt fan on Facebook or a follower on Twitter then find the hidden image in my Etsy shop and b e the first one to contact me with: * the phrase " Giggle dogs! " and * tell me where you follow me (thru the FB Fan page or Twitter) and * tell me which Etsy listing the image is hiding in and I'll send you a totally FREE KiniArt prize! The game has already started so visit my Etsy shop now!

Best Friends Animal Society -- Ask eBay to Stop Supporting Puppy Mills

Illustration Friday: CHICKEN

"What the Cluck?" on apparel and more in store now Original art available at KiniArt.com

Studio Sneak Peek just posted!

A peek at something I've been working on - still working on - and I'm so excited!...

Illustration Friday: WINTER

New Art Sketches

I spent the past two days finalizing commissioned art sketches while listening to The Art of Racing In The Rain . I think I could really get used to consuming books in audio form. I have a huge collection of books that I want to read, intend to read, but I never allow myself time to read more than a few pages here and there because it feels too indulgent and doesn't pay the rent. But with AUDIO books, I can work while I enjoy the book ~ perfect! The above link is to the paperback book. If you're interested in the audio version, use this one instead. (The above links are affiliate links, earning me a small commission) Below are the latest works from my commissioned art projects... This one - A 5x7 custom drawing ordered through my Etsy shop, just finished: And this one - Composition sketch for a mixed media 24x30" canvas painting:

Delivering Christmas Cheer?....

Okay, so yesterday I wore my favorite pair of black jeans in public for the last time (thanks to a hole on the inner thigh). Today I purposefully put on a fresh pair of blue jeans and was just SO darn happy they still fit despite the fact I've gained back some of the 61 lbs I've lost. On the agenda today... The last of the Christmas shipping at the Post Office, a trip to the bank, and then the last bit of shopping for family here. Daughter came with me to the PO to help me carry in packages. The line was moving pretty quickly so everyone was a good mood. Packages were shipped! Daughter and I got into a car & as I was backing the car out, she said, " You should probably wipe your nose before you go anywhere else ". I quickly checked my nose in the rear view mirror and yep - YUCK right there for everyone to see! I was mortified! I'd even took a few extra seconds to show the clerk a picture of my grandchild - which I NEVER do. WHY did I choose today of a...

Illustration Friday: MAIL

Illustration from children's book, Muggles' New Home

The cutest ruffled scarf followed me home from the store today! It looks a bit like this one, but it's a lot longer...

KiniArt Book Signing Event in Yakima, WA

I will be at Inklings Bookshop in Yakima,WA at a book signing event for my new childrens book, MUGGLES' NEW HOME, and you're totally invited! It's free and open to all KiniArt fans, family, friends, children & dog lovers alike...so come on out! There will be fun freebies for the kids and I will also be offering FREE sketches in your copy of the book! Location: 5629 Summitview Ave Yakima, WA 98908 Date: December 11th, 2010 Time: 10:00 AM - NOON