My contribution to the Studio 1482 Hurricane Sandy fundraiser, is titled: Bethesda Fountain Angel, NYC. I chose this image of the Angel as she is a symbol of healing, blessing the waters of the Bethesda Fountain in New York’s Central Park. In response to Hurricane Sandy’s devastating effects on the New York and New Jersey […]
View post →Here is a quick drawing I made during a visit to the African rainforest (at the Museum of Natural History). -Despina
View post →Picture making 101…lines, marks, texture, emotion and wonder. Could there have been a more beautiful environment available for the Impressionists than the gardens of France? Drawing by Michele, medium: watercolor, pen and ink, water-soluble crayon Location:Â The Tuileries is Paris’ oldest and most lavish garden. Its royal roots stretch to the 16th century, when Marie de […]
View post →After 2 years of neglect I found myself back in my garden last week. I forgot how wonderful it feels to connect with the earth and experience the joy nature offers. What a peaceful, silent heartwarming moment in time. Drawing done by Michele Bedigian in watercolor and crayon.
View post →Here is another drawing of the Pharoah Sanders Quartet, from Birdland last month. ©2012 Greg Betza
View post →They look so incredibly unnatural and fake, yet my son gravitated to them when I asked him to pick out a bouquet at the market today. Have any of you noticed these bouquets that are artificially colored and make you feel like you accidentally took a swig out of the Miracle Gro bottle? -Despina
View post →By way of a good friend, I was in attendance at Tuesday’s performance by jazz legend Pharoah Sanders. This was the first show of five at New York City’s Birdland. It was quite a scene to watch the 71 year old with his white hair, white beard and white shirt against the deep red “BIRDLAND” […]
View post → Here in New York City the winter season’s been incredibly mild. Whether good or bad in the big picture, I can bank that no one’s complaining. With spring rounding the corner there’s a certain kind of light that’s always a tip off that winter’s drifting. Inspired by it’s essence, here’s a little vision of spring as the […]
View post →Last night in life drawing class (in Brooklyn at the Dalvero Academy)Â Â Veronica gave a brief lecture on how important it is to take the time to observe when you draw…to observe the figure closely, the body language presented and the energy surrounding it. Â She shared that each movement is a moment in time and a […]
View post →Nine years ago this week, standing tall right there in front of me…the Sydney Opera House  with it‘s bold and commanding design was undeniably awe inspiring from the outside and just as magnificent from within (considering the untouchable talent that’s passed through it’s gate). If you haven’t been there, I insist! A MUST SEE on your bucket […]
View post →While watching the Parade in Animal Kingdom, James and I collaborated on a few drawings. James would color marks on the page as he waited for the next animal float to come. Just when it would pass, his crayon and jaw would drop simultaneously, and I would take it from there. This is the camel […]
View post →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
View post →This drawing was made last weekend down in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Had a great time making this drawing while getting my first sun burn of 2011! Greg Betza ©2011
View post →Welcome “a new addition” in the passport adventures…. enjoy, Michele Medium: pencil, ink wash and water soluble crayon
View post →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 […]
View post →Spring in Central Park is such a special time … crisp, colorful and inspiring. Drawing done in crayon and pencil by Michele
View post →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
View post →Drawing by Despina Georgiadis 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.
View post →Here is a drawing of an Italian-inspired performer. Drawing by Greg Betza
View post →Here is a drawing I made from the model back when I was in school. I’ve always liked this one… enjoy the weekend! drawing by Greg Betza
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