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Christmas!

alisonkelly — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 01:44:44 +0000

Well, with nannying, traveling for Thanksgiving, applying and getting accepted into grad school, I haven’t had a ton of a time to make anything. But I’ve made a couple of small items for Christmas. They are all for sale, so let me know if you want one!

Kiss in the Rain

alisonkelly — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:47:09 +0000

Here’s a small 8”x 10” acrylic painting. It’s for sale on my etsy account too for $28. Let me know what you think!

Doxology Trio

alisonkelly — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:41:47 +0000

A friend recently asked me to do a piece. The only specifications were that I use the large canvas with the two blocks on either side. She enjoys music and wanted something with the doxology. So…this is what I’ve got:

A whole lot of girly:

alisonkelly — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 03:46:26 +0000

Ok, so I don’t know what’s gotten over me, but I have gone super girly in my work this week. To give you an idea of what I’ve been working on here are a couple of the projects: The first two are drawings with ink and bamboo brush:

This is a gift wrap ornament I did:

And here is a vanity and stool set that I’ve painted:

The vanity is for sale, so if you want it, let me know!
I’m asking $130 for the table and stool combined. The mirror is detachable, if you like it but don’t necessarily need it with a mirror.

I’ll be putting it up on Etsy and Craigs list soon. Hopping someone from Bham wants it though, ’cause it’d be nice if my customers didn’t have to pay so much in shipping! However, as long as it goes to a good home, I’ll be happy : )

So yeah, I’m feeling a little girly lately, I guess. Let me know what you think! I always welcome feedback, requests, or suggestions. I’m thinking of doing the full vanity with fowers, but am afraid it will get too busy. What do you think?

Children’s Illustrations

alisonkelly — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 23:13:24 +0000

In college I took a drawing class where I had to do a couple of drawings of something I like. Well, I have always loved birds and so did a couple of ink and brush drawings. They feel like children’s illustrations to me. I thought I’d share them with you Hope you enjoy! If you would like one let me know, they can easily be dublicated (by hand – no digital duplications).

They are each 10”x 10” drawings in a 12”x 12” black frame – Light blue backing. They were drawn with black india ink and bamboo brush.

Also, if there are any requests, anything that you have in mind that you’d like me to do for you, please let me know! Illustrations, drawins, immitations (painting, not acting ). I also do faux painting and refurbishing.

Dark circles and happy tables

alisonkelly — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:26:20 +0000

The Lord has blessed me so much here lately with the time and resources to paint, and also with people willing to purchase my stuff. Here are my latest two projects. I got a little more ambitious with these two, but I’m pretty proud of them. Let me know what you think!!

Textured Acrylic on Canvas – 32”x 32”: FOR SALE!
(compare to $400 similar @ ZGallerie or Pottery Barn)

Handmade, Handpainted Table w/ Shelf: FOR SALE!!
34” tall, 26” wide, 14” deep
The tops of the shelves have been varnished and polished smooth, so it’s ready to stand up against every-day wear and tear! This piece is great either as a fun accent piece, in a baby’s room, or as a side table. Very versatile And yes the little owl drawing is mine too. There is a series of children’s bird drawings I’ve done. I might put them up soon. I also just recently painted the fun blue lantern you see there. I just love how unique it is, don’t you?!

I’m Selling some artwork:

alisonkelly — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:31:54 +0000

The past couple of weeks have been crazy for me. What with moving apartments, not working at Student Life anymore and job searching I’ve needed a reprieve. So, I’ve whipped out the paints and sandpaper and have some fun things to show for it!

I’ve decided to sell the pieces I’ve made. Here, take a gander and see if you’d like anything!

Hand Painted Bookcase: SOLD!!
Height: 30”
Width: 26.5”
Depth: 15”
The shelves are 12”x12” – perfect for sliding baskets!

Sage and light green, it’s a great accent piece and perfect for an apartment, or even a little girl’s room.

Red, Brown, and Gold Circles: SOLD!!
16”x 20”

This textured painting is just fun. I’ve always seen stuff like it and loved the splash of color it gives to a wall.

Textured Water Lily: SOLD!!

8”x 10”

Textured Red Rose: SOLD!!

8” x 10”

Feel free to message me if you’re interested in any of these. I’m completely willing to ship them if needed. Or, if you’re in the B’ham area, I can bring them to you! Bonus for you!

Haiti

alisonkelly — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 16:08:31 +0000

I am my own source of income. I have no husband and live independently from my parents. My income is technically under the poverty line in the US. I literally live paycheck to paycheck. Money goes towards bills and food. Any extra is usually spent on whatever seems to go wrong in the day to day life: dr. visit, meds, car problems…There’s no cushion. But I am living. I live warm, safe, and fed.

All of my needs are met. Though technically at the poverty line, I live a very wealthy life compared to others on this planet. Haiti, the poorest country in the Western hemisphere is practically in America’s backyard. Things have been worse than bad for years for this country. Then earlier this week at 7.0 earthquake hit. And now what was terrible has become catastrophic. My heart is heavy for the Haitian people. I find myself in tears throughout the day, praying that God would deliver and heal this nation. So much is needed there. I can’t even fathom the type of recovery process they must endure. People are flocking to the county to help, but they need more help. So I pray. I pray fervently that the Haitian people would cry out to God Most High and that he would hear their cry and save them. I pray that healing and overwhelming comfort would be given them. I pray for salvation. I pray for God’s glory to be known, and for people to be sent in Christ’s name to help. I pray for the rescue teams from around the globe who are already there helping. I pray that they might not lose heart and have a great impact on this country. I pray that as the days tick by and turn into weeks, months, and years that the country can fully recover from this tragedy and finally gain stability.

And I look at myself and wonder: what can I do? How can I help? Can I go and help? I have no money for the travel. But I live in America. I have all I need. I live in peace. I should DO something. I feel helpless. So I pray more.

Bills take all of my money. The only extra money I have was going to be spent on repairing my car. But Haiti is under rubble. So, my car can wait. For as long as the Lord calls me to give, my car can wait. I trust the Lord, so he will take care of me. It’s not much. The meagerness of my giving causes anguish in my soul. It is times like these that make me wish I were wealthy. I could throw down a sum 500x as big as the one I have now. I am struggling with feelings of futility and overwhelming concern for Haiti.

Lord, you are bigger and strong than all of this. Provide in your infinite goodness and generosity. Save Haiti.