Oriental rug design in light colors - bathroom collection

The photo of an Oriental rug in light colors  is printed on this bath collection - illustration from a 1922 published book - ""Oriental rugs, antique and modern" (1922)- it was edited and applied on these items by Alma Wad .

  This is a bath mat :

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Description of the pattern from the antique book " "CHINESE RUG :This large Chinese carpet represents some of the best workmanship of the Keen-lung period. In it are shown the graceful drawing of leaf,fruit, flower, and butterfly, and the dainty colouring of blue, yellow,brown, and apricot on a field of ivory that are so characteristic of this time. The usual balance of designs throughout the field is maintained with precision; but, as is not always the case, different motives occupy corresponding positions. Thus a cluster of leaves and fruit may bebalanced with a cluster of leaves and flowers. The conventional draw-ing of the corners and the somewhat formal panel that surrounds the central medallion give to the pattern strength of character while they detract nothing from its beauty." source : Title: Oriental rugs, antique and modern Year: 1922 (1920s) Authors: Hawley, W. A. (Walter Augustus), 1863-1920 Subjects: Rugs, Oriental Publisher: New York, Dodd, Mead

Purple Wildflower Bridal Shower Invitation

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Hibiscus flower illustration t-shirt

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Blue Poppy Tote Bags

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Navy tote with vector illustration of a Blue Poppy (Meconopsis). Looks best on dark bags. Delete the text (X) if you prefer a tote without text, or personalize with your own text, choose a font, size and color. Poppy image can be reduced to make room for more text. The Blue Poppy was discovered in 1922 on a expedition to Mt. Everest. They can be grown in your garden from seed as an annual, or in temperate climates as a perennial.

From particle physics to Floral Art

Pastimedesigns  -  Interview with  Diana Smailus

How old were you when the idea of being an artist first came up?

I was a late bloomer. In the early 90's, before the web became public, particle physics laboratories and universities used it as a means to communicate graphics electronically. I worked at such a facility and was blown away when Computing Division personnel gave us a demonstration. My boss seized the opportunity to use the web to provide educational resources for K-12 science teachers and students. I found myself sitting at my desk with new software and a Photoshop 2.5 book in my lap trying to figure out how to design graphics for the new website. One of my projects was to illustrate the plants found on the prairie surrounding the laboratory. Photoshop wasn't the right software for that project. I found myself, again, sitting at my desk with Adobe Illustrator vector software and a book in my lap. I was totally hooked and loved it.

Could you tell us about what kind of floral art you do?



I draw all my wildflowers on the computer using Adobe Illustrator software and incorporate gradient meshes, which give the flowers and leaves a more realistic look. I refer to Briton & Brown's "Illustrated Flora of the United States and Canada", 1913 editions for plant characteristics and the US Plant Database for colors.

Who inspired or taught you?

I would have to say my mentor, Liz, who first showed me how to use Illustrator way back when. She kept telling me to forget using Photoshop for drawing and learn Illustrator. It's very tricky software to use and I would get frustrated easily. I took a semester of Illustrator at a local college and got straight A's. That's when i decided, "Hey, I can do this."

How often do you create?
Now that I'm retired I draw something everyday, even if it doesn't end up on Zazzle. Sometimes I go back and look at my early drawings and think "yuk" and I update them.

Which were the best moments for you so far as an artist?

The best moments are when someone actually buys my work. It's hard to wrap my head around being considered an "artist." It's probably because I use the computer, which is very forgiving. Receiving such nice compliments from fellow Zazzlers also gives me a "great moment."

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Which were the worst ones?

When I see a mistake on a drawing that's already been published. I cringe and hope no one notices before I can fix it.

What advice would you give to other artist who is just starting out?

Practice, practice, and practice more, take classes, and do research. See what other artists in your field are doing. It can be very inspirational and get you out of a slump. Join forums and discussion groups.

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I Think... Mug

by Martina Ströbel

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retrolove27 poster

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Vintage gothic art from an antique illuminated manuscript, colorful flowers and scrolling leaves on a black background. Personalize it with you own greeting text and choice of lettering styles on the front and inside.

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