"The bright-breasted little bird ...
...brought a look into her sour little face which was almost a smile.
She listened to him until he flew away. He was not like an Indian bird and she liked him and wondered if she should ever see him again.
Perhaps he lived in the mysterious garden and knew all about it.”
― Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden
This is my entry to @jacinta.sevilla's Easy Mini Art Contest with the theme Bird. Secret Garden by F. H. Burnett was one of my favorite childhood books. There is a cute little robin that the heroine, Mary, befriends and it ultimately leads her to the key that unlocks the door to the Garden.
Hiatus
It's been a while since I've posted anything in Steemit and drawn for a contest. It was quite a challenge re-learning the tools. This was painted with ArtRage Lite software.
Tools
I did the rough sketch with a pencil tool and added another layer of colored pencil on top.
I filled in the leaves with watercolor.
The wall, door, and ground were filled in with a paint roller.
Process
I added more details with colored pencils at the end. I also switched her outfit from a checked dark green to plain light blue to make Mary stand out more.
Done!
Thanks for viewing! This is a short post but I plan to be more active in the future if I can. Thank you to @jacinta.sevilla for encouraging me to join.
See you next time,
Noelle ~ <3
Hi @noellesevilla, how are you friend? I have missed you! @deemarshall from “Artstorm,” gave me this link to say your back on Steemit, I have talked to Dee about you before, wondering where you where. I hope you remember me, you had so many followers on Steemit. You always have had a special place in my heart ❤️ because you where the very first person I talked to and followed here on Steemit. I had entered my first drawing for a contest on Artstorm, and you greeted me there. You seemed incredibly kind, and welcomed me to Steemit with such warmth, helpfulness, and I really appreciated it, you became a very good roll model to follow!
I love this whimsical drawing you have created, I’ve missed your artwork as well. I’m now the oldest member of Artsrorm, Dee and I have become good friends throughout the year. In fact... it will be a year ago that I became a Steemian, December 31st I believe. Thanks for sharing your wonderful talents again my friend, nice to see you again, I pray you’ll stay❣️
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Awwwww, thank you so much for your sweet message @lildebbiecakes! You are as kind as your are talented yourself! I have been trying my best to post regularly again, but unfortunately life and a demanding job keep getting in the way! LOL. I really am touched by your message and constant support, Debbie. One day I hope I can get back to making more art and joining more contests. Until then, all the very best to you and your hubby on Steemtit and to your family, of course! God bless you friend! <3
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'The Secret Garden' was my favourite book for many years as a little girl.
I love your robin picture. It's interesting to see how other readers imagine it.
Good to see you again :)
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Hello, hello, hello Dee! Thank you for dropping by. I know I said I would try to still post on Steemit even with my job, but it has been quite draining, especially in the last few months. I want to give 100% on all my posts, which is why getting back is more difficult for me. The next time I post, it will DEFINITELY be for Art Storm; I miss it so much!
After the holidays, I will try to make more art and post it here. Until then, much love and blessings to you, Dee! <3
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Awwwwww I love the scene!!! And that's a cute bird 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
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BIRBS all the way! XD
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