I dreamt of being back in Paris last night.

I reminisced of standing there in awe in front of Sacre’ Coeur, (the Basilica in the sky) marveling at it’s beauty.

The drawing above was all about feeling in watercolor and crayon. Done with love – Michele

Mystic Seaport is one of those places that uniquely changes every time you visit. There’s an unpredictable quality that’s rare and wonderful. It should be a must on everyone’s bucket list! Below’s a quick preliminary study for a logo design.-Michele

medium: pastel and graphite

A small watercolor study done in the Japanese pavillion in Epcot, by Michele

In lieu of a stamp design this week, here’s a small study on location down at the South Street Seaport. Best – Michele

Medium: pen,ink and graphite

Part of a little series featuring some of my favorite travel stamp designs done over the years on location…. enjoy, Michele

Medium: graphite pencil and water soluble crayon

Welcome “a new addition” in the passport adventures…. enjoy, Michele

Medium: pencil, ink wash and water soluble crayon

Last week I mentioned … with the anticipation of a new addition to the family, the next several weeks are a bit unpredictable for me and Chris. So as we embark in these uncharted waters I thought it only appropo to plan ahead and figured it might be fun to feature a little series of some of my favorite travel stamp designs done over the years on location.

I call it “passport adventures”…. enjoy, Michele

Medium: water soluble crayon

With the anticipation of a new addition to the family, the next several weeks are a bit unpredictable for me and Chris. So as we embark on this new adventure I thought it only appropo to plan ahead. That said, figured it’d be fun to feature a little series of some of my favorite travel stamp designs done over the years on location.

Planned on calling it “passport adventures”…. hope you enjoy, Michele

Medium: watercolor

Hot dogs and french fries…good or bad. Really what says “americana” any better?

Drawing done in pen and ink on Main Street USA,WDW by Michele

Spring in Central Park is such a special time … crisp, colorful and inspiring.

Drawing done in crayon and pencil by Michele

I try to never miss a good opportunity. While waiting for Chris in the car downtown last night in Little Italy I was inspired to do a quick study.

Drawing done in mixed medium of crayon, pen and ink. Happy Monday! - Michele ©2011

This week has been a very special week for so many in the world. It’s traditionally when the upper realm and the world as we know it connect in our hearts.

Wishing all who are celebrating Easter today a blessed holiday filled with love and light, and to all those who are celebrating Passover, Chag Sameach Pesach! – Michele

Drawing was made in colored pencil in Central Park, New York City © 2011

With a long cultural history, Belmont’s known as The Championship Track because most every major champion in racing history since the early 20th century has competed on the racecourse, (including each of the 11 Triple Crown winners). Now that the weather’s getting milder it reminds me of seasons past. Ever since I was a little girl my parents would take me and my brother to the racetrack quite often for hours of fun and adventure.  With so many childhood memories in mind, thought I’d share a reportage day spent with my Dad a few years back. (I drew and took in the beauty of the horses while he played.)

Art by Michele

IN RESPONSE TO THE RECENT TERRIBLE EARTHQUAKE IN JAPAN AND THE TSUNAMIS IN THE PACIFIC, THE ILLUSTRATORS OF STUDIO 1482 HAVE EACH CREATED A PIECE OF ART TO RAISE MONEY ON BEHALF OF THE VICTIMS. PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Frequently known as Shirasagijō (the “White Heron Castle”) because of its brilliant white exterior and supposed resemblance to a bird taking flight is one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites (located in Himeji, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan). With the will of God, this magnificent structure and the city of Himeji was thankfully spared by the devastation during the quake on March 11th. Sadly I cannot say the same for other parts of the country.

The Japanese have historically revered the heron as a symbol of light, regeneration and rebirth. PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING SUPPORT.

To all our friends in Japan, With the news of another quake yesterday and the possibility of another tsunami please know you are  in our prayers … May the white heron remove all obstacles from your path and reveal the light of hope. May it provide you the strength needed to fight your way out of the darkness and may you continue to stride forward with certainty that you are not alone.

Art by Michele Bedigian

In response to the recent terrible earthquake in Japan and the tsunamis in the Pacific, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created a piece of art to raise money on behalf of the victims. Please click here for more information.

In response to the recent terrible earthquake in Japan and the tsunamis in the Pacific, the illustrators of Studio 1482 have each created a piece of art to raise  money on behalf of the victims.

Your gift to the American Red Cross will support our disaster relief efforts to help those affected by the earthquake in Japan and tsunami throughout the Pacific. On those rare occasions when donations exceed American Red Cross expenses for a specific disaster, contributions are used to prepare for and serve victims of other disasters. (From their website.)

To participate: please click here for a link to the American Red Cross website. When you receive your donation receipt via email, forward that email along with your choice of illustration print to info@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 joining in our effort to help.

Sincerely,

The illustrators of Studio 1482

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

Art by Eddie Pena

“Strength” by Margaret Hurst

“From the Heart” by Michele Bedigian

Art by Dominick Santise

“Cherry Blossoms” by Greg Betza

“Hope” by Veronica Lawlor

“Perseverance”  by Kati Nawrocki

“The Waking Nai No Kami” by Despina Georgiadis

It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold:  when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. ~ Charles Dickens

This was just last week? Can there really be snow today??? Join me welcome spring…share a smile, a seat or even a coffee with someone who needs it. - Michele

Here is another image from the watercolor series I mentioned last week experimenting with years back in the Japanese gardens in Epcot.

It was another study exploring with what might happen when the natural patterns a garden make and the theatrical patterns a woman make merge together.

Watercolor by Michele Bedigian

This past Saturday Eddie posted a study called playing with patterns that I absolutely loved. It reminded me of a watercolor series I was experimenting with years back in the Japanese gardens in Epcot.

Then influenced by the beautiful patterns presented in traditional Japanese kimono designs, it was hard for me to resist exploring what can happen when the natural patterns a garden make and the theatrical patterns a woman make merge together.

Watercolor by Michele Bedigian

We at Studio 1482 have been weaned to communicate visually through culture and language. Once a project’s been declared the first step we take is to explore graphic possibilities historically presented by the culture we’re involved with. This is a page from my sketchbook done in Paris in 2006.

So did you ever ask what really identifies one culture from another? Consider, is it the fashion? Is it environmental? Is it the aesthetic design sensibility? Or maybe just the language? – In any regard, my take is it’s all worth exploring!

Drawing and designs by Michele Bedigian

There’s nothing more tender to draw than baby’s hands and feet. A small study from my sketchbook this week. Hope you’ve enjoyed yours. – Drawing by Michele