"This snapshot of my workspace offers a behind-the-scenes look at the making of my roaring anthropomorphic leopard in Tudor-style armour. The image highlights my paint palette and the carefully mixed colours that bring this bold and regal character to life. A true blend of whimsy and historical inspiration!"
Having already done a little watercolour sketch and chosen my colour palette, I've begun work on the anthropomorphic Leopard.
"This photo captures my creative process behind an anthropomorphic giraffe in Tudor clothing. It shows the initial painted sketch with carefully selected color swatches, alongside the working version of the final piece. Each element reflects the rich details and whimsical charm that define my artwork."
I've been procrastinating for months on beginning my blog, but today I read something that resonated with me, by Eckhart Tolle: "Always say 'Yes' to the present moment... surrender to what is. Say 'Yes' and see what happens...".
It seems as though where I am now is as good a place as any to start, so here is what I am currently working on, an anthropomorphic giraffe in Tudor costume. Combining three of my great passions; history, nature and art...
Hello, I'm Susie, the creator of the Illustrarium. You can find out more about me by visiting my 'About' page.
This is my new website which I am currently building. This little project may take me a while as this is a very new journey of creative discovery for me...
Thank you for visiting, please come back soon!
"This watercolour self-portrait was painted by Susie Batsford of The Illustrarium in 2016. Featuring a bird and flowers in her hair, the jewel-toned palette reflects her love for vibrant, nature-inspired artwork."