Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Monsieur Olivet is focused...


so intently on his new book, that he doesn't hear the bit of tromping coming from up the path.

I hope all of you have been well! I'm most delayed at posting this week..but I wanted to bring Monsieur back for a visit. If you kind people have not already visited and left a comment in the previous post, please do so if you'd like.. : ) Have a wonderful rest of the week everyone!
Shirley

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32 comments:

  1. DaveFebruary 3, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    I really like your style,very loose and a great point of view.

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  2. Ann PilicerFebruary 3, 2010 at 3:11 PM

    Wonderful little mouse. Beautiful use of color! :D

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  3. KristaFebruary 3, 2010 at 3:58 PM

    Ooooo... might this have something to do with the plan that was being hatched weeks ago? I'm so excited!! (Love the swoosh of the trail!)

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  4. NicolaFebruary 3, 2010 at 4:54 PM

    Great flow to this one and love the perspective!! I'm really loving your backgrounds, great work!!!

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  5. CherylFebruary 3, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Beautiful washes. Sweet picture.

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  6. MônicaFebruary 3, 2010 at 6:48 PM

    It is always a pleasure to see Monsieur Olivet! :-)

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 3, 2010 at 7:29 PM

    Beautiful work as always I love the landscape.

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  8. Alissa StaplesFebruary 3, 2010 at 9:22 PM

    Lovely work, Shirley! I wonder which authors Monsieur Olivet enjoys?? :)

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  9. Paige KeiserFebruary 3, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    So sweet!!

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  10. Eva Marie SutterFebruary 4, 2010 at 12:16 AM

    Love your style! Not to mention those adorably pleasant characters!

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  11. Nancy GrönholmFebruary 4, 2010 at 12:50 AM

    mmm, loving your style - as always! :D and the perspective, too!

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  12. Cally Johnson-IsaacsFebruary 4, 2010 at 1:03 AM

    Hehe Monsieur Olivet will get a fright! So sweet and wonderful :) x

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  13. illustration poetryFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:35 AM

    Dearest Shirley, thank you for bringing my monsieur back because i kinda need him to be JUST focused on meeeeeh!!!!
    :D
    :D
    :D

    xxoo

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  14. Zelda ZapFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:21 AM

    I envy Monsieur his focus! I've been so unfocused lately. Beautiful work Shirley... Your illustrations never fail to delight. Wonderful perspective and colors on this.

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  15. kathy hareFebruary 4, 2010 at 4:21 AM

    Such a beautiful little painting...

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  16. rmsmiFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:00 AM

    I really like the loose, dynamic feel to your work! Another great illustration!

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  17. Terry BanderasFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:17 AM

    You have many nice illustrations. Your looseness and use of washes are very nice. Thanks for commenting on my site. I will be visiting you in the future.

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  18. donny*February 4, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    at the risk of being redundant and using lots of exclamation points, i'll have to say, 'ooh ooh ooh! brilliant!' ... excellent illustration, as usual!

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  19. Valerie LorimerFebruary 4, 2010 at 3:43 PM

    This is such a sweet illo! I know that kind of focus - I'm an avid read.

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  20. Cheryl LynnFebruary 4, 2010 at 5:34 PM

    Monsieur Olivet is clearly my favorite character. He is just so distinguished, even while sitting and reading a book. You really hit the nail on the head with this one, Ms. Shirley. Brilliant layout and I love the point of view.

    So much fun to come here.

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  21. SusanFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:24 PM

    Oh so great to see the Monsieur back again! He is so distinguished and handsome. Wonder what he's reading? I too wish I had that kind of focus, I get distracted by everything. What an adorable piece Shirley, all your work is so fun!

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  22. Ces AdorioFebruary 4, 2010 at 6:26 PM

    This is beautiful Shirley. You strokes are so gentle and thoughtful.

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  23. UnknownFebruary 4, 2010 at 7:20 PM

    ohh.. he is sooo.ooo precious!
    I love the soft. dreamy washes!!!
    Delightful Shirley!

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  24. MrBibleHeadFebruary 4, 2010 at 8:48 PM

    Shirley! You are an amzing talent! This is so wonderful. Love the way the trees are lined up and leaning as they escort the trompers down the path. Monsieur Olivet certainly is focused. Great pose! He's so adorable!

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  25. Eva RussoFebruary 5, 2010 at 2:36 AM

    Oh I love Monsieur Olivet! He is so lovely!
    XXX

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  26. Vanessa Brantley NewtonFebruary 5, 2010 at 4:35 AM

    I love Monsieur! He should have his own cartoon series like Pooh. This is awesome Shirley! So very sweet and comforting me. I really love your style. It's something so, incredible about it. You will be working in children's books for a very, very long time. Your characters are always warm and inviting and we all love Monsieur Olivet! He is WONDERFUL!!!
    Happy Weekend! Hugs always
    Nessa

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  27. AtelierBrigitteFebruary 5, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    He is great (again)! I love to see Mr. Olivet in a new illo.

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  28. Joe BealeFebruary 5, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    You have a gentle style that works well. I like this piece!

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  29. Deepa GopalFebruary 5, 2010 at 11:19 PM

    Sweet painting...Love ur character..colours and ur style.

    Have a wonderful day!

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  30. illustration poetryFebruary 6, 2010 at 7:20 PM

    oh Shirley... you're too much... you know i always LOVE your beautiful works, they are just adorable...

    Wishing you a wonderful day ok!

    kisses-hugs.

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  31. yoon seeFebruary 7, 2010 at 5:42 AM

    Dear sister Shirley,
    Thank you for your gem gifts, they are so so beautiful!
    I will post them up shortly.
    Miss your recent few posts, I really love your illustrations. So happy and your positiveness encouraged me a lot. Thank you and thank you!

    You too have a restful week Shirley:)

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  32. Bella SinclairFebruary 8, 2010 at 2:20 PM

    Bon jour, Monsieur Olivet! Comment allez vous? You are as adorable as ever. And so well read!

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