i can see we're not welcome here.
gouache on illustration board, about 5.5" tall.
Initially this idea started as a little guy running away from home but since he's carrying home(s) with him, I'll leave that up to you to judge. Certainly he's being run out from whatever place he's tried to rest a while... I think it's those damned noisy aukle birds.
"multiples" for illustration friday.
an amazing illustration! what a curious idea!
Posted by: Jane Turpentine | February 28, 2008 at 11:08
Quirky and beautiful. I'm intrigued.
Posted by: elizabeth | February 28, 2008 at 12:20
Quirky and beautiful. I'm intrigued.
Posted by: elizabeth | February 28, 2008 at 12:22
wow... fantastic work! x
Posted by: Yara | February 28, 2008 at 14:32
Wow! Not only is this beautiful painted; it's also such a fabulous flight of fancy. Wonderful, wonderful...
Posted by: carla | February 28, 2008 at 14:33
Love this! Very creative.
Posted by: Ursula Shaw | February 28, 2008 at 17:26
beautiful character and interesting concept! I love it!
Posted by: YoungSun | February 28, 2008 at 18:24
Wow--great idea, beautifully executed. I really love this.
Posted by: Karen Meyer | February 28, 2008 at 20:57
Awesome piece. I can't believe the amount of detail you get on such a small piece. The roof tiles alone are amazing. Fantastic character.
Posted by: Patrick | February 28, 2008 at 21:53
WOOOOOW! A stunning piece, I'm amazed at all the details and your brilliant concept.
Posted by: Bobo | February 29, 2008 at 05:24
Brilliant! Brilliant!
Posted by: Vhrsti | February 29, 2008 at 08:24
Stunning work and intriguing concept. You deserve the pick of the week!
Posted by: kim | February 29, 2008 at 08:42
This is fantastic-- as is all your work. Imagination & technique are both stunning.
Posted by: Curious Art | February 29, 2008 at 09:05
Incredible work. I'm so glad IF featured this, it's so beautifully done and it's a great idea.
Brilliant.
Posted by: Ciaran | February 29, 2008 at 09:08
A very inventive piece, and the birds are
just so apathetically hilarious! :D
Is this a part of a children's book?
Very beautiful work!
Posted by: Suana | February 29, 2008 at 09:32
lovely! congrat on the pic of the week!
Posted by: Valerie Parizeault | February 29, 2008 at 09:32
What a darling piece! Congratulations on being this week's featured artist.
Posted by: Lady Cupcake | February 29, 2008 at 09:35
I really love this! Great Job!!! So much to look at, great colors and I love gouache used to its full potential.
Posted by: candace trew camling | February 29, 2008 at 10:04
Truly a dynamic idea! Love the colors and texture! Wonderful illustration and congrats on a well done job! What a wonderful start to the weekend!
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Posted by: indigene | February 29, 2008 at 11:09
This is great! I really like your character, especially the lederhosen. The birds also create a lot of great visual energy. Very nice indeed.
Posted by: Andy Yamashiro | February 29, 2008 at 11:20
When I saw you were chosen this week, I was thrilled. Have seen your work before and think it's crazy wonderful! Congratulations!
Posted by: sketched out | February 29, 2008 at 11:42
Goodness gracious, thank you all so very much!! I am thrilled to be the pick of the week for IF. Welcome to new folks, I hope you enjoy the blog!
Posted by: Allison Sommers | February 29, 2008 at 12:20
Lovely! Colors, texture, theme, all amazing!
Best Regards
Posted by: Heloisa Kinder | February 29, 2008 at 12:42
Beautiful, I love the story this illustration allows me to create and your technique. Congrats on Pick of the Week!
Posted by: Tina Vaziri | February 29, 2008 at 14:24
Ditto, all of the above!
Posted by: Constance | February 29, 2008 at 15:20