Friday, March 27, 2009

Queen's Gambit Accepted

Being the supportive boss and mentor that she was, MJ perused each drawing for at least 5 minutes. Carefully flipping from one page to the other, I could tell that she was enjoying every moment of it. She was smiling and asked me a lot of questions.

She reminded me of my sister when we were still small. As a toddler, she liked lying next to me on the cold floor as I drew her favorite bedtime story character. She would excitedly point with her tiny finger and say, "da tittle red hen". We've grown up now but she is still small.

"Why are all your drawings so serious?", MJ asked still looking at D7 and Royal Fork. "Because they're chess pieces who gets killed in the game", I replied. She closed my portfolio, pressed her palms gently above it and smiled at me, "I want you to draw a happy one."

Queen's Gambit Accepted

"Queen's Gambit Accepted"
11 ¾ “ x 16 ½“

Inspired by the very poised MJ.

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16 comments:

  1. ooOoOo how beautiful! i love all the brilliant details! bravo! ;]

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  2. I took the pole and just wanted to say I love stopping by your blog to see all of your intricate creations.

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  3. Your work is always wonderful but this one is absolutely fabulous! My favourite untill now!

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  4. Bjornik, she is regal euphoria in black and white! Pure beauty, and her smile is blissfully serene. All your women are well poised, in fact, and she is no exception. The happy tulips make me smile, and I'm dying to know what's behind the door at the bottom of her skirt!

    I like her teeny tiny delicate hands. :)

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  5. Thanks for dropping by Sandra, Kelley and Sonia.:)

    As for you dear Bella, a big hug for that inspiring message you left when I was high with turpentine. I'm still lightheaded due to lack of sleep. Btw, which hands are you referring to? You make her blush, look where her hands are right now.;) See you later!hehe

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  6. oh wow... that's a keeper, for sure :D

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  7. every time i look on your blog, i am amazed! you make it look so easy, this another great piece!

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  8. Lovely one, really sweet! An excellent work about the subject!
    regards.

    Rui Sousa

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  9. maybe your works are serious but not sad at all. It's a really nice piece again - i love the details so much!

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  10. Oh she does look content....
    Like she has a secret perhaps.....

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  11. Another gorgeous work, Bjornik! Such a beautiful, serene face and so many interesting details. i'm with Bella - I want to know what's behind the door...

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  12. Beautiful and she sets such a peaceful mood! Oh, the details make me weep with excitement! Bravo, my friend!

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  13. stunning! i love it in every respect :)

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  14. Amazing and magical,you are a great and talented artist

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  15. As always, very beautiful!

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  16. What a work! Your style and the perfection of the illustration are splendid!

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