Did you ever feel a tiny raindrop trickle down from the sky and land upon your cheek when there is no rain in sight, and wonder where it came from when the day is sunny and bright? Did you ever hear someone clearly call out your name, and when you turned to look there’s […]
View post →Dear Charlie, … Was it just 365 days ago when we met? I never imagined how much you would change my life. From the way I spend my days to the way I dream at night. The joy in your laughter is infectious and the wisdom in your eyes, understood. You are truly a gift […]
View post →“This year, the first day of Chanukah coincided with American Thanksgiving, the day many of us here in the United States got together to celebrate and express gratitude for our friends, family, and blessings. The last time these two dates coincided was in 1888, and the next will not be for another 79,043 years! Traditionally, […]
View post →If I told you my absence from posting on ODAD was meant for just a few weeks you’d think I was nuts. I know, I know it’s been 40+ and I’ve missed everyday of it. For so many reasons; from the birth of a new baby to moving into a new home (and everything that […]
View post →Above is a drawing I did in a combination of watercolor, gouache and crayon at the Japanese pavilion in Epcot. I was experimenting on a hunt for the best color and graphic solution to describe the environment. Couldn’t think of a better element to draw than a Pagoda in my search for the answer. – […]
View post →An image I drew of  a Sea Shanty during a dogwatch on the Morgan in Mystic Seaport. – Michele What is a Sea Shanty? Shanties are the work songs that were used on the square-rigged ships of the Age of Sail. Their rhythms coordinated the efforts of many sailors hauling on lines. Much loved by […]
View post →The Chartres Cathedral is probably the finest example of French Gothic architecture and said by some to be the most beautiful cathedral in France. Upon a trip to Paris a few years back I had the privilege to visit this sacred destination. I still think about it all the time. It’s unique spacial sensibility was such a […]
View post →As loose as it is, this particular figure drawing is actually chock full of thought … mine and yours – Michele.
View post →… and let it begin with me. Happy New Year friends of ODAD … May 2013 be a creative adventure for one and for all! – Michele
View post →Drawing is a skill that always needs attention. Like any art form, it takes practice, practice and more practice. Below is a page of hand studies done for no other reason than for the exercise (always a great barometer to see where I’m at) – Michele
View post →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
View post →Ever since he played the Master of Ceremonies in “Cabaret” in 1998 I’ve been a huge fan of the incredibly talented Scottish actor Alan Cumming. His range is enormous and to say “entertaining” is an understatement. Two days ago on CBS Sunday Morning they did this awesome feature on him, his thoughts and selective choices during […]
View post →A few favorite “graphic” portraits found in my sketchbook this past week. Reminds me how incredible fun drawing can be and how lucky I am! – Michele mixed mediums
View post →Mariachi is the best known form of  folk music from Mexico. This was a drawing I had done while watching one the most incredible Mariachi bands ever down on the lower east side in NYC a few years back….Let’s continue to keep all those living in areas of our city affected by the hurricane in […]
View post →We, the illustrators of Studio 1482 felt an incredible need to do something to actively support our great city and it’s neighboring communities devastated by Hurricane Sandy’s violent wrath. So in response we’ve each created a print of one of our favorite New York City images to raise money for the displaced victims of the […]
View post →In Japanese symbolism the koi represents perserverance in adversity and strength of purpose. With another storm approaching this afternoon in New York and it’s surrounding states let us pray that this storm causes no harm to anyone and gets moved, weakened or buffered in some way and we continue to persevere through the hardships. – […]
View post →A small drawing of a seamstress I found working on an embroidery in Mystic Seaport in Connecticut. Her focus and grace often reminds me of a treasured measure…when time moved a little slower. – Michele Bedigian
View post →Autumn winds gently in, washing away Summer’s sin… Autumn winds blow free, chasing colored leaves from every tree… Autumn winds chill, frosting through every valley and hill… Autumn winds passed, waiting for Winter’s snowy blast.  – Poetry by George Aul –  Artwork / watercolor by Michele Bedigian (reportage inspired by the Hudson Valley School done on locaion at the […]
View post →A long acquainted sister to Mystic’s busy shore . It is early Sunday, here in Newport, Rhode Island. Ah, the crisp morning air feels so good as I’m graced by the essence of fresh coffee and warm fudge being prepared for the day’s sales. The familiar is genuinely comforting. I draw, but am not alone, […]
View post →Inspired by the french impressionists, another drawing on location at St.Patrick Cathedral done on the same day as last week’s…only this time, in full color. May this week be just as peaceful and productive, only more colorful .– Michele
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