Wednesday, November 11, 2009

it's funny how these old feelings hang around

So, I've been a little distracted recently. Partly because I've been working on something that I've been wanting to do for ages. I wasn't going to say anything about it quite yet, I don't want to tempt fate, but I'm really rubbish at keeping secrets.

OK, if you insist I'll tell you. Next week I hope to have a little (teeny tiny little) zine for sale. It includes a few of my favourite drawings from my Moleskines. They seemed to be some of your Faves, too.

This drawing is, in a way, a promotional piece for the zine. All of the things in this illo are clues to the drawings that will appear in the zine (does that make ANY sense?). Maybe you can spot some of them amongst THIS LOT.

Or, just come back in a few days time to see some photos of my very first zine. If, of course, I haven't jinxed it, by letting the cat out of the bag, before it's actually been printed. Yikes. WHY did you make me tell you?

35 comments:

Salvador said...

Andrea, it must be fate that brought me to my computer tonight to write to you. It has been way TOO long since I've been in touch and I wanted to see what you've been up to. I can see that you've been producing wonderful new work (that's no surprise). I am so excited to hear about your zine! recently I've been toying with a top secret project of my own and after reading your post (great drawing by the way), I know that I must follow through with my idea. Will it be available through your Etsy store? I want a signed copy! Take care and talk to you soon.

~ my third i ~ said...

i'm so happy to see, that you are working on something you wanted do for so long.
no jinx there, everything will work out fine ! :-)

lapin said...

and I want one!!
congrats andrea, I'm happy for you.

dor said...

excellent drawing....ur pen work is amazing...very smooth!

Wil Freeborn said...

looking forward to seeing it too, printed things are so good

MrCachet said...

I have to do a presentation today at a local school - art class. I'm giving them your addy! Your work is incredible, Andrea.

Deb Dugan said...

Ooooo! Can't wait to see it. Your work is so wonderful and inspirational. I want one too!

Kerstin Klein said...

Wow. Congratulations. I guess it will eb wonderful to hold your own zine in your hand. Will you sell it in your Etsy store? Can it be pre-ordered?

Emma said...

Great news - I look forward to seeing it.

Eugen Caitaz said...

Wowwww, you drawing my Ipod!!!

Dan Kent said...

Ve haf vays of making yu talk. ;) Love the composition of this one.

Pippa said...

How EXCITING! And what a great drawing. I really love it when you add colour to your biro drawings. Looking forward to the zine!

Alex said...

Simply brilliant! The amount of consistency and control you have shown with ballpoint pens in this one... it's just stunning! And the different colors is an impressive touch. Now I am kind of hoping that they will come out with different colors of ballpoint pens ^^

BARBARA WEEKS said...

Hooray!

Anonymous said...

Great idea, nice that you're working on something you wanted to do for ages... and I want one, too!!
Love your work, you are very talented!

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Kirstin said...

Great drawing and great news! So glad you can't keep a secret.

sue said...

Wonderful!

I think you must be the only other person who's as big a Joni fan as I am. ;)) I always love your use of her material...

love this, Andrea.

kazumiwannabe said...

Wonderful drawing! The composition is awesome, and the light beautiful. Love it when you use different colors!

andrea joseph's sketchblog said...

Thank you all, folks.

I can't wait to see my little zines. And, keep posted to find out how you could win this drawing.

Salvador, it has been way too long. Yes, it will be available on Etsy. Hopefully in about a week.

G, you helped me do it.

Sue, wait til you see the title of the zine!

Thank you thank you thank you.
You make my day.

A tired retired recluse @ Swallowcliffs.blogspot.com/ said...

The drawing is lovely considering the elements you drew. I love making zines, although I have never had one "printed." I usually just make all originals when I do a swap. Looking forward to seeing yours!

Marthann's Musings said...

Your artwork is amazing. I just love it and cannot believe it is done in ballpoint pen. It is so soft and wonderful. You are an inspiration.

Sandra said...

I can hardly wait to get your zine! It will be a treasure.

Carole said...

Oooh, looking forward to this! I would love to buy one! Have been quietly following your blog for a while now. You are very inspiring and SO talented! Thanks for sharing your work and thoughts!

Victoria Robison said...

I would like to pre-order one. I follow you blog and check in at least once a week. I even ordered pens from across the pond after you recommended them and I do love them. Let me know how to order. Thanks vicki

Patty Ruthe said...

Fantastic work! Good luck with your zine.

Nikira said...

I love your work, I want one too. How to pre-order?

Geok Pin said...

I love your work!

K said...

Well, I certainly hope it has all the shoe drawings!!

janey said...

That is great news. I most definitely want one.

askah said...

Hey Andrea. I really like your sketches.... The're amazing.

Check mine out: http://jkurczab.blogspot.com/
hope you like it;]

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Joan Y said...

Ah, it must be fate because I was lucky enough to buy a few of your zines already!

Ryan said...

Even from the photos the quality looks incredible. What an awesome idea! Very well done!

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