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Cats

Everywhere I go, I carry a small blank notebook with me. When I have a free moment, I take the opportunity to sketch my ideas.

My siamese cat, Sputnik, is my inspiration for my cat paintings and line drawings. She is my constant companion when I am sitting at my desk using the computer or drawing.

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Cute siamese cat! It just happens I carved one up tonight! Are siamese cats making a come back?
readingsully2 said…
I love the idea of your cat companion. When I lived in Paris as a girl, I had a Siamese cat. When we returned to the states I gave her to my French girlfriend. It broke my heart....such things happen with military families. Five years later my father was stationed in France again and I did not tell her I was coming. I knocked on her door and there she was and she still had my siamese cat. :) I have a cat now who glues herself to me and is always with me too. Thanks for the invite to share my blog.:)
GalleryJuana said…
Ethan, You do great work!

Carol, I think "glue" is a good word, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Glad to know your Paris cat found a good home.
andrea said…
Hi~found you via etsy forums...
I always think to bring a sketchbook with me,but then I Forget:( ...note to self: must remember sketchbook next time :)
GalleryJuana said…
Andrea, Thanks for stopping by. I used to forget, and then I made a simple one that is light and fits in my bag.
Unknown said…
"KuchiKomi"

such a great word!

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