pop pop portraits

We Part to the Right

2012-01-31T20:35:00.000-08:00

Antti

2012-01-26T10:52:00.000-08:00

I found this fellow on Hel Looks and loved the way he wore colour and layers. Helsinkiläinens are such spunky dressers!

:(

2012-01-23T10:08:00.000-08:00

It's grey and rainy = miserable outside today which makes it the perfect weather for lounging indoors by the fire and pigging out on the naughty and much missed goodies sent to me from my folks, problem is I'm still trying to work off my little holiday pouch...boo for Monday!

T and her Man

2012-01-18T13:38:00.000-08:00

A Sweet Delivery

2012-01-16T11:46:00.000-08:00

I hope you all had a great weekend. Mine was pretty same same - dog walks, dining out, painting and some couch time with husband. I did get an unexpected delivery of cupcakes from Dot's from an oh so delightful friend of mine. ♥

My Hair Screams The Nineties

2012-01-13T15:26:00.000-08:00

MFEO

2012-01-11T10:47:00.000-08:00

Twilight Terrier

2012-01-09T10:59:00.000-08:00

Black Cat

2012-01-04T16:00:00.001-08:00

Not All Bulldogs Are Boys

2012-01-03T11:33:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

2012-01-01T09:42:00.000-08:00

Wishing you all the best for 2012, woot woot!

Palm Springs!!

2011-12-31T11:26:00.000-08:00

Apologies for things being a wee bit quiet here on the old blog. We took advantage of my husband's mini-break from work and went to Palm springs for a few days. It was such a nice little getaway. We loved lounging by the pool at our hotel, riding bikes down residential streets and checking out the AMAZING architecture and visiting the mid-century modern furniture stores. And we managed most of these activities with Iggy in tow. I love how dog-friendly California is!

*why is it that waiters always assume that ribs are for men and not women???

Merry Christmas

2011-12-23T10:31:00.000-08:00

A Happy Family

2011-12-21T13:25:00.000-08:00

*A custom portrait I worked on for this family's holiday card

Birthday

2011-12-20T12:55:00.000-08:00

On the morning of my birthday, my lovely husband made me breakfast (after a quick snuggle with our dog ofcourse!) Later in the evening we went to Firefly in Studio City for an amazing dinner and then to a friend's house for Christmas cocktails. It was a fun day. I even tried spiked eggnog (please remember I'm from Australia) and now I know for next time if anyone asks if I would like some, the answer is NO!

Two ladies on a Bike

2011-12-09T12:49:00.001-08:00

Sometimes it gets so busy around here I forget all about my blog. Happy Friday, my lovely readers!

Birthday Mochi for Husband, Ugly Christmas Sweaters and Minty Mallows

2011-12-05T16:20:00.001-08:00

This pretty much sums up my weekend.

Frederick the Cat

2011-12-03T15:16:00.001-08:00

Original painting now available in the shop

Nicolas the Cat

2011-12-02T14:36:00.001-08:00

~~Original painting now available in the shop~~

A Cute Family of Three

2011-12-01T13:37:00.001-08:00

A custom portrait I recently finished for a sweet lady as a secret present for her husband. In the portrait her daughter is wearing a cutie patootie flower pot romper and shoes from when she was a little girl, n'aw!

A Winter boy Who Looks a Little Like a Winter Girl

2011-11-28T15:30:00.001-08:00

Thanksgiving Thursday

2011-11-25T08:44:00.001-08:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I just spent a quiet day with my husband and pooch hiking in Solstice Canyon, baking gluten-free white chocolate and macadamia cookies, watching old movies on netflix and cooking a scrumptious dinner of duck breast in plum sauce with garlic mash and string beans. I love my days with my little family.

My Saturday

2011-11-22T16:09:00.001-08:00

Macy and The Red Ball

2011-11-18T13:20:00.001-08:00

New painting now available in the shop

Lovely Things Caught on Camera

2011-11-16T12:05:00.001-08:00

1. a yummy home made salad 2. a happily positioned house 3. a surprise gift from friends 4. the last of the Autumn leaves

Where's Winifred?

2011-11-14T10:20:00.001-08:00

I imagine that if Waldo and Wenda had a daughter she'd look something like this, she is a much better dresser than her parents.

Iggy in the Land of Nod

2011-11-11T17:20:00.001-08:00

I'm falling a little behind with my painting so I'm posting some photos of Iggy instead, I hope that's ok. Happy weekend!

Paul and Holly - Let's go thieving together

2011-11-08T12:49:00.000-08:00

I just love Breakfast at Tiffany's, don't you?

Friends on a Stoop

2011-11-04T14:56:00.000-07:00

Sometimes it's nice to just sit on a stoop with a buddy and drink coffee.

A Sparrow in Hand

2011-11-02T13:57:00.001-07:00

A Little Drifter named Micaela

2011-11-01T12:37:00.000-07:00

Last week I had the pleasure of meeting the lovely Micaela of The Drifter and the Gypsy. We went to a couple of galleries, had a cup of tea and did a spot of (window!) shopping. She is a total sweetie. Thanks for the wonderful day!

*check out Micaela's post about the day here

Happy Halloween from Zombie Chicken and Egg

2011-10-31T09:47:00.000-07:00

p.s Iggy says 'hi' too!

Friday Bake Day

2011-10-28T14:31:00.000-07:00

When I was in Australia I picked up a copy of The Australian Women's Weekly "little squares and slices". The book was so pretty and filled with such delightful recipes I just had to buy it (even though I'm not much of a baker). And so, today I gave it a go and made a Strawberry and Almond Friand. And it is DELICIOUS! Woot woot!

What I (wish) I Wore

2011-10-24T15:47:00.000-07:00

If only money grew on trees then I would definitely buy this amazing Mary Katrantzou blouse from Opening Ceremony...I do have the dog though!

Last of the Holiday Photos and a Cute Little Kid

2011-10-20T15:57:00.000-07:00

1. cutely knitted bike cozy looking thing 2. Melbourne docks 3. Flinders Street crossing 4. thrifted vintage cotton dress 5. Antique Royal Albert tea sets- gift from my mother-in-law 6. Brunswick St

*custom portrait

Our New Best Friend

2011-10-18T11:27:00.000-07:00

Meet Iggy - she is a french bulldog and a couch potato. She is almost 18 months old, pulls funny faces and has a very sweet temperament. She is also a little naughty and needs more training. We love her to bits!

Holiday Update No.4 and a Gal in Black

2011-10-14T15:55:00.000-07:00

I'm back in LA and recovering from the crazy, long plane ride. Melbourne and Tassie were so much fun and it was sad to say goodbye to my loved ones again. As much as we can skype each other, nothing beats a gathering with your closest people accompanied with food, drinks and loads and loads of hugs. But anyway...here's some more snaps from Launceston, Tasmania.

1. Evandale Market 2. Pretty Royal Albert tea cups 3. Super kitsch Bambi teapot and sugar bowl 4. Grumpy men 5. View from plane 6. Cadbury chocolate (is so much better in Australia)

*Custom portrait

Holiday Update No.3

2011-10-09T03:37:00.000-07:00

It's a little food heavy but anyway...

1. Nanna's in Launceston 2. Koala Soda 3. Lord of the Fries 4. Macarons - gift from my little cousin Jason (so sweet!) 5. Vegemite Crisps 6. Another photo of Nanna's - it was just too cute!

* I haven't just been eating, I've been catching up with friends and family too :)

Witty Wilhelmina's Wooly Winter Wear

2011-10-04T23:58:00.000-07:00

Holiday Update No.2

2011-09-29T21:27:00.000-07:00

We're in Launceston, Tasmania visiting my in-laws. The air is fresh, the food is good and the thrift stores have things that are priced 20¢...what's not to love?

1. Melbourne Cityscape 2. Prosciutto and potato pizza @ Blue Cafe 3. Vintage Japanese egg cups, mug, silk scarf - thrifted finds 4. Tippy 5. Bronson 6. Amazing view from in-law's backyard

Miss High Pants

2011-09-27T04:13:00.000-07:00

High Tea on Australian Soil

2011-09-23T04:33:00.000-07:00

I'm in Melbourne! My first trip back in over two years :) It's been wonderful catching up with my family again and on Sunday I get to see my friends, woot woot! Just wanted to quickly share a few iphone snaps...

1. Swan St, Richmond 2. my little sister's expression after taking a wrong turn 3. pretty flower 4 & 5. High Tea at the Langham Hotel 6. hand felted bunny gifted from my little sis. Ciao ciao!

Back to Basics

2011-09-19T12:35:00.000-07:00

Meet Kate. She is the queen of casual wear. Her wardrobe is filled will beautiful separates that are both charming yet simple. She reminds me of devonshire tea.

A day for Miniature Cones

2011-09-13T16:05:00.000-07:00

This LA heat just won't quit, thank goodness for mini ice cream cones from Trader Joe's

Two Besties

2011-09-11T11:43:00.000-07:00

I recently painted this portrait for a lovely lass in Sydney, Australia - it's a present for her best friend's birthday - so sweet.

Marvelous Marcy & her Magnificent Cardi

2011-09-05T14:02:00.000-07:00

Happy Labor Day!

I love these guys!

2011-08-31T14:24:00.000-07:00

My husband's best friend and his best gal came to LA for a visit. It was so much fun having them around and it's sad to say goodbye...well, not too sad because we'll be seeing them again when we go back to Oz for a visit in three weeks time, woo hoo! But still...

Frenchie Wish

2011-08-29T13:48:00.000-07:00

My husband and I are finally ready for a new addition to our family - a French bulldog puppy! I've been researching like crazy and talking to alot of breeders. Now it's playing the waiting game til a suitable pup is available, which is frustrating because I can be a little impatient but it'll be worth it because when it does happen I know we'll be getting a healthy puppy with a great temperament, aw!

Monkey Business

2011-08-23T10:53:00.000-07:00

I'm going on a road trip to San Francisco with my husband and a couple of mates, I'll be back next week sometime...ciao ciao!

Who Doesn't Love a Well Dressed Dandy Boy?

2011-08-19T10:54:00.000-07:00

Revival of the Pom Pom Cardigan

2011-08-15T12:00:00.000-07:00

Retired Fang Necklace

2011-08-10T11:40:00.000-07:00

A belated thank you to Twilight for the early retirement of my much loved fang necklace (circa 2007 by Australian label P.A.M) I only wore you for a year before you became a symbol for the love of a soppy, adolescent and somewhat addictive vampire trilogy.

All I Want for Christmas is Steven Tyler Hair

2011-08-05T10:17:00.001-07:00

In memoriam

2011-08-01T15:15:00.000-07:00

I recently finished this drawing for my mother-in-law of her beloved pooch Minnie aka Min. Min was the sweetest, most darling little dog ever with breath so incredibly bad it rivaled end-of-day fish market! We miss you everyday.

Bertie

2011-07-28T16:00:00.000-07:00

Meet Bertie. She loves to embroider and collects vintage cross stitch cat cushions. Please don't assume that she is dowdy because of her name and this information - she is actually quite the firecraker!

What I wore - New Purchases

2011-07-23T13:53:00.001-07:00

A Guy for You

2011-07-21T13:09:00.000-07:00

Happy Thursday!

*A custom portrait I recently finished for a website

I did it!

2011-07-18T15:07:00.000-07:00

Renegade is over...I'm officially pooped and still in dire need of a foot rub* but I'm so glad I decided to participate in this amazing craft fair. I had so much fun setting up my booth (with assistance from my little-big helper), meeting customers, oh-so-talented artists and crafters and peddling my wares. A big thank you to everyone who came up to say hello, you really made my day! And so...I've decided to give myself the day off from painting and tidying for hot dogs, smoothies and maybe a little online shopping as a reward for a job well done :)

*hint hint husband

Scott and Stella

2011-07-14T19:22:00.000-07:00

Meet high school sweethearts Scott and Stella. They both have a love of 80's fashion and are members of the Idaho Bocce Ball Club. Scott is planning on baking Stella a six layer rainbow cake for her birthday. He loves her alot.

*check out my guest post at Village of my favourite jewellery pieces.

* L.A people - it's Renegade time! Come say hello - I'll be in the big shared tent. x

Procrastinating

2011-07-11T16:37:00.000-07:00

Four Days with Husband and Stickers in Shop

2011-07-06T13:38:00.000-07:00

It's hard getting back to work (i.e painting, blogging) after spending four glorious days with my husband sleeping in, dining out, hiking, shopping, going to the movies and the Tim Burton exhibition AND not doing chores but alas all good things must come to an end (til the next weekend!) so I present to you two new sticker sets now available in the shop. I hope everyone had a good Fourth of July and Happy Wednesday!

Last of the Puddle Girls

2011-06-30T17:30:00.000-07:00

The trio is complete! You might remember Stephanie from Waiting for Fall or more recently Betsy from Colours at My Feet, now meet Julie, the last of the puddle girls. This lovely gathering will soon be joining the shop as a cute little sticker set. Stay tuned.

Almost weekend time!

2011-06-24T10:33:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone has had a lovely week thus far. I've been crazy busy working on custom portraits, wedding invites and making new products for the old Etsy shoppe and Renegade Craft Fair. Needless to say, I am looking forward to sleeping in, followed by a greasy, super salty and oh-so-delicious breakfast at Cafe Aroma tomorrow. Yay!

Colours at my Feet

2011-06-20T15:29:00.000-07:00

A little Interview and a Giveaway

2011-06-15T18:25:00.000-07:00

Visit Village for a little interview on moi and the chance to win a a set of three prints and a tote bag!

Assorted Men

2011-06-15T10:38:00.000-07:00

I'm working on new products for the Renegade Craft Fair next month...do you think you would like these fellows as a six pack of stickers? Happy Wednesday!

It's Never too Cold for a Teddy Bear Picnic

2011-06-11T15:31:00.000-07:00

Happy weekend!

I Wonder...

2011-06-09T14:05:00.000-07:00

Sometimes it's hard to decide if I should have sweet potato or garlic fries

Something New

2011-06-06T14:22:00.000-07:00

Limited edition heavy duty large canvas carry-all available for purchase in the shop

My, My, Mitzy

2011-06-02T14:41:00.000-07:00

Meet Mitzy. She is 28 years old and excited about her weekend plans. She has decided to surprise her boyfriend with a romantic getaway to the Dog Bark Park Inn for the one year anniversary of their first kiss. It might seem like a bit of a random destination but alas Mitzy's boyfriend is massively into chainsaw art, puppies, B & B's and fish hatcheries...so there! Also, the guesthouse is shaped like a beagle.

My Boyfriend the Luchador

2011-05-28T12:40:00.000-07:00

Sometimes it's a hard life for LeAnn with her Mexican Wrestling boyfriend, Hamish. Even though he is not a professional luchador Hamish still wears his mask everywhere which she doesn't mind so much but it does make for difficult smooching. The main problem is that he is still trying to work out his identity and the task of mask making falls upon LeAnn who has, so far, sacrificed atleast six of her much loved American Apparel spandex bodysuits. Sigh!

A Sweet British Couple with a Red Roberts Radio

2011-05-23T14:38:00.000-07:00

It's finally the weekend, huzzah!

2011-05-20T18:48:00.000-07:00

I'm so glad it's Friday eve. I've been working like crazy on custom portraits this week and am looking forward to sleeping in, lazing about and dining out for the next two days. Happy weekend!

*recently finished custom portrait

Sebastian Tellier is Pointing Thataway

2011-05-13T12:27:00.000-07:00

Thoughts?

I got a Chikuwa in the post!

2011-05-10T15:19:00.000-07:00

My little sister is the absolute best, she's sweet, caring, funny, compassionate, intelligent and she sends me the MOST random things in the post! Meet my newest softie Chikuwa - he has a removable yellow sausage looking filling and is supposedly a Japanese tube-like food product made from ingredients like fish surimi, salt, sugar, starch, monosodium glutamate and egg white (thank you, Wikipedia) Happy Tuesday!

Aladdin Sane

2011-05-04T16:50:00.000-07:00

Mmm...Warm Milk

2011-05-03T16:15:00.000-07:00

When I was a little girl my mum used to make all of us kids drink warm milk just before bed. It was the nightly ritual that I dreaded most, even more than flossing. It would always make my gag reflex go into overdrive, not that I'm lactose intolerant - I love cheese and ice cream. Anyway, I was just thinking of how much I hate milk. Happy Tuesday!

*this is not a self-portrait

Little Rocker Boy

2011-04-26T19:00:00.000-07:00

I think Someone had a Stinky Foot Party in the Elevator and Happy Easter!

2011-04-21T15:44:00.000-07:00

Seriously, it was the most hardcore foot odor I have ever smelt!

But anyway...

Things that happened this week:

I made my first ever (turkey) meatloaf and it was sooo good!

I worked on lots of custom orders

I exhausted my mind grapes thinking about Renegade Craft Fair (it's my first time as a stall holder so I'm a bit excited)

and I found out my little sister is getting married!

Happy Easter and I hope you have a great weekend!

Miss Fiery Red Head and her Furry Vest

2011-04-13T17:13:00.000-07:00

Doreen the Bean

2011-04-07T15:39:00.000-07:00

I's, Me's and My's

2011-04-04T12:36:00.000-07:00

I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Mine was really lovely, my husband took me out for dinner at Pace. It was the first time we'd been and it was amazing...the atmosphere, the food, it was divine except for one minor thing - we we're seated next to a loud "I, Me and My" couple. I've heard about them existing but I had never actually experienced it first hand until then. It was quite an incredible night of monologues! And then it happened again the next day when we were out at lunch, two for two with the I's, Me's and My's! Anyway, I'm doing a little bit of that right now so I shall leave you with a custom portrait I did awhile back of a sweet couple and their two hairless cats. Happy Monday!

p.s check out Odessa May for a little post about moi

The Lost and Found Girl

2011-03-31T18:50:00.000-07:00

Meet Monica. She is a treasure seeker and finds beauty in unexpected places. She works at a local video store that specialises in VHS and occasionally worries about job security as it is becoming quite obsolete. Her favourite treat is churros con cajeta .

I'm baaack with a "what I wore"...

2011-03-28T16:31:00.000-07:00

It feels weird to be painting and in blogger land again after taking almost three weeks off. I had the loveliest time with my parents, lots of conversation, laughter, silly moments and way too much food consumption! It was a blast but I'm ready to get back to my usual routine of hours of internet surfing, blogging and painting (and a wee bit of chores in between!) And so, here is my what I wore from last week when I went to The Original Farmers Market with my parents.

Cable knit beanie - Asos

Woolen coat - Vintage (used to belong to my mum)

Sweater - Zara

Denim shorts - Madewell

Tights - Macy's

Boots - Opening Ceremony

Bag - Vintage

Some time off...

2011-03-07T17:50:00.000-08:00

It's a pretty embarrassing photo but I thought I'd share it anyway in honor of my folks being in town. I'm super excited because I haven't seen them since I moved here almost two years ago! They're going to be here for the next 17 days and that's how long a break I'll be taking from blogging. Ciao ciao!

Stolen Artwork

2011-03-04T15:14:00.000-08:00

I've just been made aware by a lovely Etsy seller that a kids clothing company in Argentina has been stealing my designs for commercial use, this makes me angry and disappointed. I don't watermark my images on my blog or etsy because I know not everyone can/wants buy a print or custom portrait and I think it's nice that people can save an image they like for personal use but when it's been used for profiteering like this...well geez!

Edit (for everyone who asked how I responded to this): I contacted the company about said offense and am now to believe they have removed the items from their stores.

Al the DJ

2011-03-02T12:28:00.000-08:00

Edward the Archaeologist

2011-02-25T17:59:00.000-08:00

Meet Edward. He is a Professor of Archaeology at Boston University. Like most budding Archaeologists, he became drawn to the study of past human societies when he first watched Henry Walton Jones Jr. aka Indiana Jones crack his bullwhip in the Raiders of the Lost Ark. Though hopeless with a bullwhip Edward did have the book smarts and the patience to endure such a profession.

Three Lucky Kittens

2011-02-23T09:55:00.000-08:00

Cows go Moo

2011-02-19T18:47:00.000-08:00

My first ever Barneys warehouse sale!

Opening Ceremony Lace-up Clog Boots

I'm so excited about this purchase. I've been spying them online and in-store for several months now and I got them for a total steal, hurrah!

Girl with a Belvedere Martini

2011-02-18T15:07:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day!

2011-02-14T11:40:00.000-08:00

My husband is one of the most difficult people to shop for - he is extremely fussy and inflexible when it comes to purchases of any sort! The only thing I could think of that he wants, that he always asks for and I often refuse because it's a bit of a pain to make, is homemade noodle soup. So, I present to you a few images from the I heart noodle soup coupon book. Okay, I know, it's a little cheesy...

Skunkboy Creatures

2011-02-08T16:30:00.000-08:00

A family portrait for the gorgeous Katie of Skunkboy Creatures. I hope she likes it!

p.s check out EL Vintag e for a little feature of my work

The Big V-Day!

2011-02-07T14:00:00.000-08:00

Only a week to go til Valentine's day...do you have anything planned?

Perfectly Primped Petunia

2011-01-31T16:15:00.000-08:00

Perfectly primped Petunia is on her way to the Moonlight Cinema for a picnic and movie with her favourite friends at the Royal Botanical Gardens. It's something she's been looking forward to since it was first mentioned a couple of weeks ago over breakfast at Tiffany's. It promises to be a delightful night.

Monkey, Emily, Michael and Luca

2011-01-30T11:13:00.000-08:00

This painting makes me feel nostalgic about old family pets. Our countless bunnies, guinea pigs, canaries, finches, the occasional chicken and duck and my all-time favorite labrador, Arkie Matilda. I miss them all so much :(

Geraldine with her Camera

2011-01-25T16:14:00.000-08:00

This makes me smile so much!

2011-01-21T20:01:00.000-08:00

Happy weekend!

Rabbit and Goldilocks

2011-01-17T12:06:00.000-08:00

Meet Rabbit and Goldilocks. They come from the land of Literal Naming and are as happy as can be. The colourful couple met whist waiting in line for fries from the Fresh Fries Truck in Hollywood Boulevard. He for the Vampire Repellent (minced garlic fries) and she for the Stinky Pinky (fries topped with grilled onions and thousand island dressing). They laughed and bonded over their dire need for breath mints and have been inseparable ever since. They are super in love.

Juno

2011-01-11T13:13:00.000-08:00

My little sister is absolutely mad about Juno so for her Christmas she requested this portrait...she's a funny girl!