Calliope Drawing

Hi There, World. How do you do?

I must say, I've missed you. I've been cooped up at home, reading this book , In the Company of the Courtesan by Sarah Dunant, collaborating with th [sic] sense sketch comedy troupe's writing team, in rehearsals with the comedy troupe, filling out dates and times on my calendar obligations for the next few months (acting/artwise) and really...just truly grateful to have a little time this evening to finish up this drawing I did. The subject is my interpretation of Calliope. This is a project in collaboration with Theater In My Basement (timb). The founder and creator of Theater in My Basement, Mr. Christopher Danowski asks all participants of "9 Muses" to create work based on different "muses". This month is Calliope, next month is another one which you'll see in a future post of mine ;)

Here she is, the muse of epic poetry herself...

Artists all around the world have created performance art, visual art and stage performances centered around this particular muse. I'll share the link here once I have it so you may see for yourself.

This Greek Mythological Lady may look a little modern to you. With her Starbucksesque drinks, keyboard, bandaids and big hair. But have no fear, she's still a girl who wrestles with words. Paper notebooks or metal and plastic ones...she still pens her heart out...

Thoughts are powerful.

Hmmm...one of the questions posed to us this month was to define the word "epic" or to use it to fuel our work. I admit, I refrained from doing so. That word, that word "epic" over inundates my peers vernacular to such a degree, just the thought of it makes my mind's eye roll. Imagine that. ;)

Especially with the change of the year. By the way, Happy New Year!!! But everyone saying, "This is epic!" "My soup today was epic!" "This year is going to be epic!" "Your face is epic!" "My hair stylist is epic!" "Tonight's going to be epic!"-I am not saying it's NOT going to be epic. I'm just saying, I am over that word. I don't trust people who say it. I want to know WHAT makes the pizza epic. Why? How? If you can answer that, I'll try it. The pizza.

Much Love to you all! I appreciate your time, smile and good energy :)

Love,

Buttercup xoxo

Step Away From the Doll!

Hello Everyone!

Long time no blog! I hope this finds you comfy and cozy, enjoying 2011 as it is coming to a close!

This piece I am sharing with you today is a commissioned work meant to represent a specific person who shall remain nameless.

I am kind of in love with him. The doll. Not the person. Although, he is a lovely person...we just are not each other's types ;) ;)

Anyway, back to the subject of this doll: As for what he is made of, he has wire innards, along with floral tape, paper clay everything else, some wood in there too, acrylic paints, pieces of foam, satin and matte varnish, black sparkles for the pants...a little box, and that's about it. Oh, and tons and tons of love <3

Not including his box, he measures just under 5.5" in height! He's a tiny fella with tons of sass!

Why this was an exciting job for me: GLASS EYES! This is my first time working with glass eyes. Usually I just paint them on, but working with more realistic eyeballs is super fun. It ups both the creepy and cute factor at the same time. And I am a total fan of each! These are brown flat back oval glass eyes size 6mm (which were the smallest ones I could find in my neighborhood. Online, you can find even smaller ones!)

Please email me and ask me anything at buttercupblogs at gmail dot com.

Thank You! And Have a Great rest of the year!!!

Love,

Buttercup :) XOXO

Elfkins!!! Too early for Christmas???

ELF + PUMPKIN = ELFKIN!!!!

Happy November Everybody!

For some, it may be too early to even THINK about Winter and the Holidays on their way, but for me, I like to stretch out the Holidays as long as possible! And if I want to have orders/gifts ready in time for Christmas, NOW is the time to start creating!!! (If not, a year ago might have given me enough time too!!! ;)

My Pumpkin Series was popular at my day job, my fellow crew requested I do a pumpkin in a Christmas fashion! So here, may I present my first Elfkin, made to order for a very special coworker/friend!

My hope is that you are tickled and inspired to create your own something or other!

Thank You so super much for stopping by!

Love,

Buttercup :) xoxo

Dia de los Muertos Cake Toppers!

Hola!

Espero que you are having a lovely day y si you celebrate Dia de Los Muertos, espero que you had a lovely celebration!

Here is a cake topper I would love to share with you! A lovely little skeleton bride and groom on a heart shaped box.

Supplies:

Paper Mache Box/Paper Clay/Wire/Acrylic Paints/White tulle/Paper Flowers/White Glitter for the Bride's dress

This Dia de los Muertos, I spent it by going to the Desert Botanical Gardens with my friends, and seeing their procession. This celebration makes me think of my Grandparents and I hope to be making them proud here on Earth :)

I am obsessed with three things these days: Skeletons, Pumpkins and Mermaids. I hope you all appreciate these subjects as much as I do:)

Thank You TONS for stopping by!

Love,

Buttercup xoxo

Introducing My Pumpkin Figures!!!

Hello Everyone!

Happy Fall to you ALL! Here are a few of my latest Pumpkin Figures just in time for the Holidays! These are made with Paper Clay, painted in acrylic paints and are just so fun to create and share! I hope you find some inspiration here, and get in the mood for Fall!

Bebe:

Edwardo:

Louie:

From Left to Right: Louie, Arnold, Bebe, Leif and Edwardo

HAPPY FALL EVERYBODY! Much love to you all!

Love,

Buttercup :) xoxo

Presenting Not-Yet-Painted Pumpkin Paul! in Paperclay! xoxo

Hello Y'all!

I hope you are having a Splendid September so far! I know that you know FALL is fast upon us! Pumpkins and squash, autumn leaves, Halloween, apple cider and all that good stuff!!! I am SO excited as the weather drops outside :) It's a beautiful thing! And to get the house a bit more ready for fall festivities, I have sculpted Pumpkin Paul made out of Paperclay. This is 100% my original design and I can't wait to paint Pumpking Paul!!! Stay tuned for those photos!

I hope you find a moment to slow down, enjoy the view, the fresh air or, whatever else is there :)

Thank You tons for stopping by!!! Much love to you all in bloggertown!

Love,

Buttercup :) xoxxo

2011 Paper Clay Skellies!!!

Hello Everyone!

I have missed blogging and I am so happy to finally have something to share with you all! After a much needed vacation on the California Coast with my family, I am so happy to be relaxed and ready to CRAFT again!

You may recognize the design of these skellies as they are designed after The Polka Dot's Pixie skellies. I have enjoyed taking a few of her classes and the skellies are one of my FAVORITE paperclay figures to make! Check out The Polka Dot Pixie's site here and let me know what you think!

I love how happy and colorful these guys are!!! The supplies are Paperclay, painted in acrylic paints with a paper mache box!

Thank You so much for blogging by!

I hope you found something inpspiring!

Love,

Buttercup :) xoxoxox