Doggies + Alaska sneak peak

Apparently we really like taking pictures of and with dogs.

I swear I'm being productive and not just prancing around and playing with dogs all day! I am currently working on the state of Alaska, see look, here's a little sneak peek:

It'll probably end up being completely different than that, but it's a start. That's why I ♥ Photoshop.

The 50 States! - New Mexico

She's finished!

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Alright, so for New Mexico, I went with the obvious Native American theme. 

The little red symbol as pictured on her arm and on the headdress is what's found on the New Mexico state flag. Even though their state bird is the adorable Roadrunner, there just wasn't a place for him. Sorry little guy!

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My streak of feeling highly unproductive is over (for the moment). Which state shall I do next??

Love,

Charmaine

 

The 50 States! - Ohio

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Alright, Ohio, I love you to death, but you were a bitch to draw. I had these adorable little gray squirrels in there, but it looked way too cluttered to me. Anyway, besides the occasional frustrations, I'm really enjoying this series. I'm learning what makes each state unique and beautiful, (which is also where I run in to the clutter problem). 

Here are some things I learned and included in this piece:

• The Ohio state flower is the Red Carnation

• The state bird is the Cardinal
• The state animal is the White Tailed Deer. 

• It's known as "The Buckeye" state, that's what those little brown polka dots on her undies are! (Yes, I just said undies)

Anyway, hope you like it! 

I'm thinking maybe New Mexico next?? I'd love to draw some Native American themes

Love,

Charmaine

The 50 States! - Nevada

#2 of The 50 States series! (scroll down for California.)

Up next.. Ohio??

The 50 States! - California

New project I started - illustrating all 50 states. Started with my Love, California.

Up next - Nevada! Not really going in order, but I'm going to need your help! Tell me about your state :)