Sunday, November 8, 2009

Blur: Illustration Friday

Monsieur Olivet enjoys a hot bowl
of Soupe à l'oignon français...
amidst the blur of activity at La Coronne.
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61 comments:

  1. Ces AdorioNovember 8, 2009 at 2:27 PM

    Okay! I hope they are using Fiesta dishes! Shirley sweetness! Thank you for being so nice to me all the time. Tsup!

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  2. Ces AdorioNovember 8, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    Then most definitely! I shall purchase a first class ticket to be with Monsieur Olivet!

    Shirley, Monsieur Olivet is great. I cannot do water color. So hats off to you!

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  3. HeatherNovember 8, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    Fun. I like the combo of color and black and white.

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  4. illustration poetryNovember 8, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    may i join you, Monsieur Olivet.

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  5. PrairiemouseNovember 8, 2009 at 7:09 PM

    I just love Monsieur Olivet and seeing all that he is getting into. Keep up the great work.

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  6. MrBibleHeadNovember 8, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    Hey Shirley. I have but one word for you OUI! I think that is yes in French....lol Yes to a wonderful piece of artwork. Lovely as usual! I love Monsieur Olivet! He rocks!!! Hey I tried to get to your blog from the illustration friday thumbnail, but it wouldn't let me... but I found my way here :O)

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  7. ShirleyNovember 8, 2009 at 8:45 PM

    Goodness, thank you, Jack, for letting me know of the IF post. I am so happy to see you back here on blogland! I'll stop by...

    Heather, thank you for stopping by!

    Mouseprints, I'm so happy you're enjoying Monsieur! Thank you!

    Ratu - but of course you may join Monsieur Olivet! Thank you for stopping by too.

    And Ces, you can do anything you put your mind to..I've seen your work..amazing! Thank you for your continued support..tsup!! : )

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  8. thedoodlegirlNovember 8, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    How do you do this??? This is so perfect. I am in love with this illo! Shirley, it is seriously SO GOOD.

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  9. UnknownNovember 8, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    Ridiculously perfect as always!!!!

    Just how do you get soo.ooo many mousies looking so awesome.. love your talent , Cheers , Helen

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  10. KarenNovember 9, 2009 at 12:20 AM

    I like how you treated the blur of activity. Very nice!

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  11. Zelda ZapNovember 9, 2009 at 4:10 AM

    Gorgeous work Shirley! I love the way you used color to single out Monsieur Olivet from the blur of activity. And all of the little details are wonderful.

    Cest magnifique!

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  12. Vicki SmithNovember 9, 2009 at 4:20 AM

    Sweet, sweet drawing for this week's post!!!

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  13. Sohini BasakNovember 9, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    Very cool and sketchy...Monsieur Olivet strikes me as someone adventurous and refined...and this illo shows both sides!!

    I have a question though, rather seek your advice: how do you get illos to look so naturally done? How do you add that extra zing (perhaps it is the depthI'm talking about) to ALL your illos?!!!

    You're awesome!!

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  14. Dayle's Painted Diary-Dayle DodwellNovember 9, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    Wonderful. Sweet and expressive.

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  15. Nina Seven N7November 9, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    great blur technique, shirley!

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  16. EvelienNovember 9, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    Love it! Great use of colour

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  17. . justin segalNovember 9, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    Hi Shirley! What a fun illo -- love the busy "blur" of the uncolored mice. Great job!

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  18. Guto de OliveiraNovember 9, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Your style is beautiful to see, like your dash, the colors, everything, you have a huge talent ... I'm following you with praise;) ... hehehe congratulations

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  19. Phyllis HarrisNovember 9, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    I love the sketchiness of the background "goings-on" and then your use of just a spot of color to bring the main characters out!Very nice!

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  20. Pupu SulaimanNovember 9, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    This is definitely nice, Shirley! I love it!! ^^* Love the sketch~

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  21. Peter BreeseNovember 9, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    Wonderful, I like the way the color radiates out like a candle light.

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  22. Vanessa Brantley NewtonNovember 9, 2009 at 6:25 PM

    Shirley, you just make my heart leap each time I view one of your illustration. I call you the EVOKER! You know how to create a mood in a scene and it's amazing and awesome all at the same time!! I really love Mr. Mouse. He is the character indeed. I really, really love these two pieces. They are stellar!!!

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  23. ELLA ELVIANANovember 9, 2009 at 6:44 PM

    everything's a blur when we concentrate on something, especially if it is our favorite meal. :D lovely!

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  24. k.h.whitakerNovember 9, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    such a sweet illo, I love the fact that only he has color and the other mice do not

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  25. fashion fucsiaNovember 9, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Wonderful pencil line, I love this scene, is simply perfect and the colours... and the idea, all! Well done!
    ^_^

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  26. CintiaYamaneNovember 10, 2009 at 3:23 AM

    kawaiii..
    your work is so cute!! n_n

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  27. Loni EdwardsNovember 10, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    What a lovely scene! You can just feel the liveliness of the busy cafe. Well done!

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  28. Amy CNovember 10, 2009 at 5:19 AM

    this is so blurrily beautiful, it's just fantastic and so very sweet, the restaurant atmosphere is perfect.

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  29. Eva RussoNovember 10, 2009 at 6:08 AM

    I have checked all your blog's illustrations: YOU are GREAT!
    I have just adopted one of your bookmark from ETSY! I can't wait until I get it!
    I love the way you use watercolour, your brilliant ideas, and the stile of your sketches: you are my hero! ^-^ I hope to be able to improve and become as good as you are.
    Hugs,
    Eva

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  30. Owl EngNovember 10, 2009 at 6:59 AM

    Fantastic illo! the ambiance is so beautiful that i could feel myself moving about among the busy mousies...The Monsieur definitely knows how to pamper himself by being fully engrossed in his favourite Soupe.

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  31. AnonymousNovember 10, 2009 at 10:09 AM

    Fantastic illustration - I'd love to be chilling like Monsieur Olivet!

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  32. AnonymousNovember 10, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    wow that is amazing! you've illustrated the busy scene perfectly!

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  33. rmsmiNovember 11, 2009 at 5:30 AM

    That's what I call service! Nice contrast in color between Monsieur and the ones at work.

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  34. AukiNovember 11, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Lovely colors and perfect for the theme!

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  35. AnonymousNovember 11, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    so very nice!!

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  36. NicolaNovember 11, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    Such a brilliant idea for this weeks prompt! I love how he's in colour, this illustrates the movement and hustle and bustle perfectly, you are so clever!!! I love your little character too! It's so nice to see him in these different scenarios. Lovely work Shirley!!! :0)

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  37. Kathy JurekNovember 11, 2009 at 1:09 PM

    Shirley, You really captured the blur of activity around M. Olivet!

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  38. illustration poetryNovember 11, 2009 at 7:56 PM

    :D
    thats ok Shirley! i know that you're busssssy too with Monsieur Olivet ;)
    is Monsieur Olivet real? i want to carry him in my pocket, hehe...

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  39. Julissa MoraNovember 12, 2009 at 8:12 AM

    I just love your Monsieur Olivet character!

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  40. Cale AtkinsonNovember 12, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Beautiful Work, I really enjoy your style and the feel your images give off.
    Kudos!

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  41. krisztina marosNovember 12, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    excellent sketch (and I love the Soupe à l'oignon français too :))

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  42. RobertaNovember 12, 2009 at 9:42 AM

    Your work inspires Shirley!!!! It really does!

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  43. Brandon StarrNovember 12, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    This many comments don't lie. Great illo once again.

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  44. donny*November 12, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    your style is very vibrant and strong. stunning! monsieur olivet is delightful.

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  45. Julie HammondNovember 12, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    As usual, a wonderful piece that brings you in and tells a story. Your talent just oozes onto the page! Love it!

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  46. Pencil PocketNovember 12, 2009 at 10:50 AM

    Gorgeous Shirley. A lovely narrative piece with so much detail - you're so good at those! Thank you for your kind comment on my piece too. It's nice to hear from you! Have a great weekend!

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  47. letsukaNovember 12, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    thank you shirley! your illustration is so sweet!
    kisses

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  48. justdoodleitNovember 12, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    Nice pencil lines. And the setting is very French indeed.

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  49. theartofpuroNovember 12, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    Thank you for the comment,don't know how I missed you in Illustration friday.Your watercolours are amazing as the concepts:)

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  50. Dear FirefliesNovember 12, 2009 at 12:57 PM

    Thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving a lovely comment :)...I absolutely love all your adorable illos!

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  51. Matalonga JorgeNovember 12, 2009 at 1:20 PM

    Nice line work,
    love the colors...

    Thx for your nice words :)

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  52. Gerald de DiosNovember 12, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    Your character, Olivet has the right idea. The weather is a lot colder, so a hot bowl of soup sounds good :)

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  53. i.just.guessNovember 12, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    Seeing what you do with watercolor and pencil makes me want to try using them even though watercolor has spurned me so many times...

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  54. obonifacio.comNovember 12, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    The blur you used really helps Monsieur Olivet stand out from the crowd. Looking forward to more of your illustrations :) Thanks for visiting my blog also!

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  55. Bella SinclairNovember 12, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    Ah! So THIS is where Monsieur Olivet was headed. He looks absolutely content to be lost in his soup. Oh, Shirley, what a delightful character! So very adorable. And I do love the blur of the restaurant. You've captured the hustle and bustle very well.

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  56. CarolineNovember 12, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Hi Shirley ! Was just passing by after you left a comment on my blog and who do I see but Monsieur Olivet who by coincidence has this morning arrived here in Malaysia!! Thank you so much for the super ATCs, I am thrilled with them and will be doing a post about these and the other lovely Art Exchange pieces that are droping in my mail box this week!! Oh, and in my excitement I almost forgot to say this is such a charming illustration for blur!

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  57. doodlegirlNovember 13, 2009 at 12:21 AM

    awww. This is just toooo adorable!!! You are sooo goood! sooooo talented!!!!!!!!!

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  58. Laurel NeustadterNovember 13, 2009 at 12:58 AM

    What a wonderful illustration. I love the drawing and color work. Very sweet.

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  59. FaruffaNovember 13, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    delightful!!!
    I adore Monsieur Olivet :o))))

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  60. Kathy De WitNovember 14, 2009 at 6:15 AM

    Dear Shirley,
    you can participate in my Giveaway on my blog.
    Go to : http://www.eldibujodelgato.blogspot.com
    choose your favorite drawing and leave a comment on my blog!
    That's all and may'be soon you have a drawing of me if you are one of the two winners!
    Besos!
    Kathy

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  61. Art Fan AkoNovember 14, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    Wow, Shirley, you have a lot of followers! Nice restaurant scene! Thanks for your visit. :)

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