Another drawing from the NYRO rehearsals. The woodwind players do not like to be drawn (as opposed to the violins and celli, who practically do backflips when they feel the artist’s attention). I caught this guy hiding behind a column, which is funny, because he kind of looks like a column. I got him to relax a little bit by pretending to draw the altar behind him, though he clearly remained suspicious. I am still hopeful that one day I’ll draw the entire brass-, and woodwind section. (They tend to be tucked behind the strings, which makes them tricky to just casually “catch”.)

It’s been 19 days since the quake in Haiti and time has revealed so much heart, so much resilience, so much courage from those affected, and yet there’s still much more work to be done to help them.

As we continue to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization, we wanted to say thank you to all who’ve already participated. If you’re interested, you have until February 8th to receive art from one of 1482′s 8 illustrators. Simply donate $50 or more to CARE and follow the steps. Click HERE for the original announcement and complete directions.  - Michele Bedigian

From the archives. I little thumbnail that meant a little more today.

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, myself and the other seven illustrators of Studio 1482 have each donated art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. From January 19th until February 8th you can participate by donating $50 or more to CARE. Please click HERE for the original announcement and complete directions. Thank you to all who have already participated. —Dominick Santise

“The only work that will ultimately bring any good to any of us is the work of contributing to the healing of the world.”

-Marianne Williamson

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, myself and the other seven illustrators of Studio 1482 have each donated art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE.  To contribute please go to CARE (www.care.org) and click on DONATE NOW. When you receive your CARE receipt via email, forward that email and your choice of illustration print to haitianrelief@studio1482.com. Thank You.

Eddie Peña

This drawing is titled, “Spirit”. I created it as a tribute to the courageous spirit of the people of Haiti. I will never forget the televised images of the Haitian people walking together through the damaged streets of Port-Au-Prince, singing and clapping together. Very moving.

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, myself and the other seven illustrators of Studio 1482 have each donated art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. From January 19th until February 8th you can participate by donating $50 to CARE. Please click HERE to be directed to the initial post with instructions. Thank you to all who have already participated. – Veronica Lawlor

“Spiritual Space”

This is a drawing I made in St. Thomas, USVI, of three Mocko Jumbies.  Mocko Jumbies are stilt walkers who originated in Africa and came over to the Caribbean with the African people.  They are considered to be reaching a spiritual space through elevation.  Because of their great height they could see evil coming from far away.  They became the protectors of their villages, and in particular, of young children.   Please find out how to give a donation for the people of Haiti through CARE by going to the onedrawingaday website for those in need so that they may build a better future and protect themselves and their children in the weeks, months and years to come.

“A Rose for Haiti”

A Rose of Friendship and Hope for Haiti and her people.

THE 1482 CARE FUNDRAISER for HAITI is still going.

Click here for details.

Many thanks to all who have participated!!

Illustration by Despina

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. From January 19th until February 8th you can participate by donating $50 to CARE. Please click HERE for the official announcement and instructions for donating. Thank you to all who have already participated. – Greg Betza

Below is the art I created for the fundraiser:”Hispaniolan Trogon” (drawing/collage)

This drawing was done at a German restaurant in New York City, and is a tongue-in-cheek interpretation of German “Heimat” (roughly, “home”) kitsch. The stuffed deer stands for the belling stag (“Roehrender Hirsch”), which is the subject of pretty much every painting in old Germans’ homes, and is an allusion to the German spirit, an ennobled self-image connected to wholesome forests, pride, history and beauty. I gave the stag a sort of diorama of an Alpine landscape, which features large in the Bavarian (Southern German) psyche, because Bavaria is the cradle of most clichés Americans associate with Germany (castles, lederhosen, BMW and and beer, to name a few). A few jokey details include the flouncey lamp shade, doilies, and tasteful wood paneling.

For a moment, so much means less than it did yesterday.

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, the members of Studio 1482 have each donated art to raise money on behalf of the victims in an effort to support the appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. From January 19th until February 8th you can participate by donating $50 to CARE. Please click HERE for the official announcement and instructions for donating. Thank you to all who have already participated. – Dominick Santise

LIFE,  what a precious thing it is.  Being of Dominican descent I have seen first hand the suffering of the Haitian people. My hope and prayer is that out of this disaster Haiti will rise again, stronger, better and even more beautiful than ever and that our people would rise to the occasion and treat the Haitian people the way they deserve to be treated.

“None, but people of strong passion are capable of rising to greatness.”

-Comte de Mirabeau

To participate: please go to CARE (www.care.org) and click on DONATE NOW. When you receive your CARE receipt via email, forward that email and your choice of illustration print to haitianrelief@studio1482.com.

Eddie Peña

This piece was created for a project about a man who was born a slave on an 18th century plantation in Haiti who grew up to become one of the most admired citizens of the new world. In the course my research on this project I learned a lot about the suffering the Haitian people have endured in the past two hundred fifty years, and my heart goes out to everyone on the island. Hand-signed prints of this drawing will be available for donations of $50 or more to CARE https://my.care.org  To find out more about the project this image was created for, please visit katinawrocki.com

Please note that prints and art are for personal use only and are not to be reproduced by any means. All artwork is copyright by the individual artist. Fundraiser ends on Monday, February 8.

In response to the recent terrible earthquake in Haiti, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created a piece of art to raise  money on behalf of the victims. It is our effort to support the international appeal for funds by CARE, a leading humanitarian relief organization. We’ve selected CARE because we believe in their commitment.

For each donation of $50 or more to CARE, you will receive a hand-signed 13″ x 19″ limited edition print from one of the Studio 1482 illustrators. Please select from the illustrations below, limited edition of 10 per image. The first eight people to donate $1482 receive a signed original of their choice (while supplies last).

To participate: please go to CARE (www.care.org) and click on DONATE NOW. When you receive your CARE receipt via email, forward that email and your choice of illustration print to haitianrelief@studio1482.com. (Please note: only the last four digits of your credit card number will be visible on the receipt.)

Once we receive the confirmation email, your print or original art of choice* will be sent to you. Please allow up to two weeks for delivery.

Thank you for helping us to CARE.

Sincerely,

The illustrators of Studio 1482

PLEASE INDICATE YOUR CHOICE OF ILLUSTRATION BELOW BY TITLE AND/OR ILLUSTRATOR:

“A Rose for Haiti” by Margaret Hurst.

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“Hispaniolan Trogan” – Drawing/collage of the national bird of Haiti, the Hispaniolan Trogan. By Greg Betza.

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“Spirit” – I found the televised images of the Haitian people walking together through their damaged city, singing and clapping, to be moving and inspirational. By Veronica Lawlor.

(THIS ORIGINAL IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.)

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“Aid for Haiti” by Despina Georgiadis.

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“Help is a verb” – we have one world and our neighbor is crying. By Michele Bedigian.

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“1791″ by Kati Nawrocki.

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“Waiting for Help” by Dominick Santise.

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“From the ashes comes…” by Eddie Pena.

Yes…..Seven Swans A Swimming, Six Saguaro Cacti, Five Peace Roses, Four Angel Drawings, Three Happy Dancing Doves, Two Japanese Dancers and A Partridge In A Pear Tree!

Only five more days to go.  I know it’s January, but I’ve got to keep going!

Margaret

Last Friday, I visited the American Museum of Natural History, with my son James, and my great friend Jennifer.

As the little one napped, I drew:

Drawing by Despina

Here is a drawing from the pad I carried with me throughout Paris. I made this drawing while leaning against a column inside the famous Notre Dame cathedral.

drawing by Greg Betza

It’s been 63 hours since the quake in Haiti. Help is arriving as quickly as possible. Praying it reaches all in need. Sending love to all our friends and those affected by this tragedy.

But she didn’t. She only art directed.

Our very own lace monitor lizard, and proud to say so.

Eddie Peña

If you are in New York City this January, why not join us for the launch of Kati Nawrocki’s EPIPHANY cards on friday, January 22nd,  from 7 – 9 pm at the Open Center (22 East 30th Street at Madison Avenue). theanswersareinside.com

PS cake is representative of the artwork rather than the catering at the event