Capybaras revisited

On December 12, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, IllustrationLeave a comment

I am currently redoing my second capybara colouring book. While I sold quite a few of the first colouring book – Capybaras and fun facts, I only sold 2 copies of the second one. So I thought I update and republish it, as personally I like the drawings in part two better. But then, I am also not objective.

If you are still in need of a Christmas present, here you can it. Do people still give books as presents?

And this is the current, not yet updated, sequel, Capybaras and Friends.

Should I go back to drawing more capybaras? I kind of miss their grumpy looking faces.

G is for Galago

On December 11, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, Illustration1 Comment

Also known as bush babies. Yes, it is wearing its party hat. Because, why not? The first digital drawing I am actually very happy about! What do you think?

I just used the same pencil to get the traditional look.

After being once again knocked out by the flu for the last couple of days I am full of energy, ready to continue drawing. Have a great week!

K is for Klipspringer II

On December 8, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, IllustrationLeave a comment

Alright, another digital version of a Klipspringers feet.

They don’t actually skateboard. Or do they?

This small antelope is found in East Africa and South Africa. More of a browser than a grazer, the Klipspringer enjoys fruits, flowers and young plants. It’s also an agile rock climber.

Have a great weekend!

Odd Turtle complete

On December 4, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, Illustration2 Comments

Alright, my finished digital drawing attempt. What do you think about the style?

Not sure about the composition. Drew the first thing that came to mind… and added the birds because… reasons.. The pose could certainly be improved.

Happy Monday!

Progress with Turtle

On December 3, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, IllustrationLeave a comment

I am experimenting more with different brushes, trying to find my digital drawing style. I don’t like digital illustrations when they look stiff and too neat and would like to still make it look hand drawn. So I have been experimenting with different brushes and techniques over the weekend. What do you think?

Turtle is my subject or rather victim of choice. I am just having fun with it.

Time to Work Out! Again!

On November 30, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, DigitalLeave a comment

Have been postponing going back to the gym for a month now. Tomorrow is the first of the month and I just signed up. No excuses!

2311 mighty turtle spider _Melanie Franz

Casting Shadows

On November 28, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, IllustrationLeave a comment

I am just following the Inktober 52 prompt list now for easy inspiration. It helps me to find a quick idea of what to draw as a warm up sketch. I am still trying out different digital pens. That’s why the turtles have a different feel to them, at least in my opinion.

Monday Mood

On November 27, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, Digital, Illustration2 Comments

More practice in digital drawing. The turtle is a good subject for it. What do you think?

Snow time

On November 25, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, books, Illustration, Paper-cut artLeave a comment

Going to by a sled today for the little one. There is a decent amount of snow already and hopefully we will get more.

Meanwhile grab your free ebook of What´s the Weather here. Or get the print version of the picture book.

Have a great weekend!

Friday Mood!

On November 24, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, character design, Digital1 Comment

Trying out some more digital drawing.

First Snow!

On November 24, 2023November 24, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, books, Illustration2 Comments

Beautiful sunshine and everything is white. Good start for winter I would say.

We haven´t build a snowman yet, but it is definitely on the to do list.

Meanwhile you can get your free What’s the Weather ebook here! It will be available for free download until the 26th. Just happy to share. Of course the paper version is also available.

Have a great weekend!

Winter is here!

On November 22, 2023November 22, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, booksLeave a comment

First snow arrived, just on time for my daughters birthday and the What’s the Weather book release!

The project came to life when I had a creative blog and bought a bunch of colourful paper last spring. The dining room table was covered in paper and glue for about a month I think. The results can be seen here in this very colourful picture book for 1-3 years old.

It not only helped me through my creative block, but it is also a fun way to go through the seasons and different kind of weather.

Vertical snow fall is rare in Iceland. It usually hits you horizontally. Just like that. This is an almost accurate depiction of me going to the car today.

What’s the Weather?

On November 20, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2023, books, inktober, Paper-cut artLeave a comment

I finally managed to finish the weather book! What started as a fun way to get over my creative block last spring, is now finally finished! Last spring I was stuck and a friend suggested to try something I have never done before. That’s what started this paper-cut project.

The finished project is a picture book that takes you through the seasons with funny weather pictures. You can see more of those in my earlier posts like here and here.

The book will be released on Wednesday the 22nd, just in time for my daughters first birthday! Until then you can find the kindle version here if you would like to take a look.

Feeling foxy …

On November 18, 2023 By MelIn Art, Artworks 2021, books, IllustrationLeave a comment

Happy weekend everyone! I spent the last couple of days going over my old books (while I am working on a new one). I tried to see where I had improved and where I still have lots of work to do when it comes to my illustrations. I am currently working on a book project and I am quite happy how it is progressing. More about that soon.

Meanwhile I also rediscovered my first own story that I did, more for practice than anything else. The story called Picture Perfect starring the little Mr Fox and his best friend Mr Mouse, two characters you might be familiar with if you have followed my blog for some time.

This was 2 years ago. Back then I had no idea about book or cover design, or making a concept to start with, and just went with it. I certainly improved in that respect, after several children’s book illustration classes. I just finished my first proper book dummy. So stay tuned for more on that.

Anyhow, if you are interest in the Mr Fox story, you can currently download the free kindle version here ! Reviews are more than welcome.

Enjoy your weekend! Cheers from Iceland!