Elyssa305's Comments (32)

Perspective! Perspective drawing was my favorite form of art when I was taking Art as a course. I taught my 5th graders perspective drawing in art, and even though they found drawing alphabet letters, words, and numbers (all heading down toward the vanishing point), they usually figured it out and found their own way of doing it. Drawing a bird's-eye view of a highway with cars and trucks on it, all in perspective, was also a challenge, but most enjoyed working it out! I look forward to seeing more of your perspective and other artwork and am happy to have Artsonia bring it to me online! Great work! (S.P.)

Hi, Elyssa! Grandpa printed your newest artwork of Paris & paint-roller. It's an awesome work! You amaze me with your thought process and execution of your idea. Thank you for sharing. God's blessings on your continued diligence and God-given talent. Lots of love, Grandma G.

Do U C what I C ? -- I see the face of a critter (or possibly a 'human-like' personage?) in the rocks (center), with even a patch of hair (or a hairpiece?) on top. You may already have noticed this when taking the photo. The entire scene (high rock formations by the C -- i.e. "by the sea") might make a rock-climber want to start climbing... just so that "critter" in the center doesn't climb up after us! (His mouth is already open!) I have had fun using my imagination to make up unusual interpretations of your artwork and have had fun doing so. I hope that is OK - it's just another way to enjoy art! Seriously, the picture has a serene quality and, if that is a real place, I'd like to go there sometime. (S.P.)

It's great to be able to view your current artwork again on Artsonia, Elyssa. I am viewing this one right now (different geometric shapes in 3-D). Your excellent shading, to show shadows and to accentuate the actual shapes being depicted, adds to a sense of realism. [Just wondering whether or not the triangle is safe: Is it about to tip over and fall, or is it returning to its safe position atop the rectangle after a short unexpected gust of wind - or is it just engaging in restless acrobatics?] I am looking at the shadows to try to guess the time of day (as with a sun-dial) and thinking it could be a little before (or a little after) noon. I like the detail you've included by use of shading (after using some shady techniques with the pencil lead)! And the perspective in the drawing adds even more realism. While many artists enjoy abstract or impressionistic forms of art, I've often leaned toward realism when I drew anything; I enjoy doing perspective drawing myself. The faint horizontal line in the background suggests that these objects might be set up on a desk or table ablwe. We are looking forward to enjoying viewing more of your works and will be watching for them. (S.P.)

Elyssa, I love the depth of your introspective explanation of the Islamic Tiles Printmaking project! I learned some new and interesting things about Islamic art, and also about the way you view objects within this art piece. Your analysis of this pattern is very philosophical and profound, yet easy to identify with and view the analogy! Life can throw us triangles, or, hurdles, but yet it is possible to achieve feelings of peace and unity once those obstacles are conquered; I actually feel the same way about circles having a calming effect, as well! The design reminds me of Geometry, and, while Geometry may not be calming to some, this particular pattern evokes a feeling of relaxation and peacefulness. You chose a beautiful shade of blue for the background that did indeed make the candy-apple red "pop!" Your mermaid analogy makes sense, too! The black and white color combination is also a good choice; the contrasting colors make the circular print stand out, showcasing it well! You spent a lot of time gouging the intricate design out on the linoleum block, and the care you took when inking the tile is evident! I was privileged to get to watch you perform the final red inking of the last few circles on the sky-blue paper, and observed the meticulousness and care with which you performed the art of printmaking! I felt as if I were watching a professional artist at work in the studio! Great job on your unique and beautiful Printmaking Art!

ALL SET 4 THE PROM!! A very cool outfit for a Hawaiian-themed prom. (Those pink shoes look familiar...are they borrowed from another image?) -- With the school-year soon to end, Grandma and I will miss your Artsonia Entertainment Section of the Internet, but we've both really enjoyed our 'subscription' this past year... Thank you!
-- Rog

Hi again, Elyssa! The first thing I saw in this picture as I began to view it for the first time, was the dark thing on the sand, near center -- at first flash, it appeared to be some kind of prehistoric creature on the ground, but then I realized it was only a shadow. (Talk about jumping to conclusions!) Also, seeing that prehistoric humankind had already discovered the "wheel" ( in the background) and the strange yellow creature the wheels are attached to, I almost wished that the shadow of the person (that I originally but briefly misinterpreted as some kind of crawling ground creature) HAD actually been a prehistoric ground creature, slithering around in the dirt -- the picture would then be a time-stretched comparison of prehistoric as opposed to to
modern times, between the human and the huge yellow monster crawling along on wheels in the background (we used to call those machines "road graders" when I was a prehistoric kid!)... I am not sure if the person running (to escape the yellow creature?) is a girl, boy, woman, or man -- and is this prehistoric person holding a smart-phone in his/her hands? (A prehistoric i-pad or smartphone? (Was Siri around yet?) - But then I am just having fun letting my imagination run wild, and that is a major fun factor in viewing artwork and photos. Seeing the big yellow creature reminds me of when the freeway was "evolving" (road construction) years ago when we visited your family in town. We are looking forward to seeing you again when we come next, and maybe we'll get to see some of those actual works of art (or photos) live when we get there. See you then!! (Grandpa G./S.P.)

Snow? Or just bright sunlight? An interesting compilation of tree(?) plus person? It at first looked like a big tree trunk with human arms, next to the smaller tree or sapling in the foreground. Now I'm not even sure it is a tree behind the person... I believe I have been tricked by an optical illusion!
-- Grandpa G.

Wow - the yard swing-set never looked like this in summer! How is Chomper weathering all of this cool weather? Whether or not he likes the weather, I guess his cool little turtle-cave should keep him cozy underneath all of this. The poor lonely swings hang idle... maybe they need a grandpa push for winter exercise. When I saw those pink things in the foreground, I first thought it was a lost scarf, but looking closer I can see they are a high-end set of Flip-flaps... they provide a bit of well-placed irony, set apart in this photo. I'm wondering what the temperature was outside that day, as it looks much like a typical winter day in Wisconsin! (cold & gloomy) Now what we need is to post a nice, warm, fun summer beach scene right next to this photo. Grandma and I continue to enjoy your posted art works!
-- Grandpa G.

Snow in Las Vegas?? Great way to capture this infrequent "weather event", Elyssa. As you did, I also noticed the matching "designs" of snow remnants on the car's side doors. Although blue is usually considered a cool color (as opposed to warm), the snow on the roof and hood resembles a white linen sheet covering the car and keeping it comfortably warm... Very cool! (I'm writing these comments quickly before the snow melts!) When we come to visit in the extreme heat of summer, I will look around to see this winter scene posted somewhere in the house.
-- Grandpa G.

Reminds me, in a way, of a honeycomb viewed close up. I'm wondering. if these forms are made of paper, how you got the paper to hold those soft shapes. I would title this picture "Blue Fantasy."
-- Grandpa G.

Elyssa: I think Grandma said in another picture comment that she liked your detail in this fish photo. I couldn't see de tail at first, but I think I see it now - it's tricky, not the typical immediately recognizable shape we usually think of. But then, it's an exotic fish. I seem to remember looking at this same picture some time ago - I may have already commented on it. I think I remember you saying that you had put images of the fish's face or eyes (I see the gills, too) in the area around the actual fish - and now, I see that, also. That adds a certain imagination to your work. It almost looks to me as if the fish is imagining or 'thinking of' other fish, and we are able to see those thoughts in 'visual' form. Did you ever wonder what 'thoughts' go through a certain creature's mind, since it probably doesn't think thoughts that can translate into descriptive words? (For example, what 'thoughts' or images might go through a tortoise's mind when he 'thinks?') -- The camera is putting the background slightly out of focus, which actually highlights the fish itself, being the only object IN focus. This happens a lot when using telescopic lenses...the end effect is to 'soften' the background and bring out (or to 'focus on') the actual image or 'subject' you want to highlight, which in this case is the fish itself. (I know this all might sound fishy, but that's imagination at work!) S.P.
-- Grandpa G.

Elyssa, this crystal/ice pictures has beautiful, analogous colors. The textures and design of the photo are awesome!!
Love, Grandma G. (12-17-18)

Hi, Elyssa. Grandpa showed me all your new art/photos. I especially loved the Mt. Charleston scene and the Cedar Breaks perspective snow-lined canyon road and the distant tree colors. It makes me want to travel again in God's beautiful creation. Grandpa always takes scenic photos, too. I think the fish photo was really awesome in detail and clarity. Keep up the good work! (Love, Grandma G. 12-17-18)

This is a really neat effect (something I have never tried in all my 60+ years of taking pictures). Up here in WI in fall, we would probably be burning fallen leaves in the flame. (Now I know why my MSN e-mail server called this new e-mail "HOTmail.") - I think I see 2 familiar personages in the background - is it D and K? And I also thought I saw E in a another photo pictured recently. K seems fascinated by the fire or the orange glow in this one. Grandma and I are continuing to enjoy your art online (and will be asking for your autograph next time we are in the neighborhood). What kind of camera do you use? (S.P.)

I'm imagining myself hiking along the tops of these crags and bluffs -- once there, it almost seems I could just reach up and touch those clouds! I'm wondering if the darkness in the clouds hints at afternoon rain showers soon to come. This outdoor scene makes me want to go back to my mountain-hiking days! (A great photo that brings back memories of past mountain hikes.)
-- "Rog"

Hola, Elysa! I love your flower photo, the textures on the left (ferns?) and the leaves on the right! Hope to talk to you soon. ( Love, Grandma G.) -- Guten tag, Elyssa - this is S.P. here: I will add "ditto" to Grandma's comments and add that I like the vivid reds and greens. I always found cameras to be fun to work with (I took mostly 35mm slides 'back in the day'). We always enjoy seeing your artwork and photographs online. Keep up the great work -- or as we all used to say to you when you were much younger: "Good job !" (Love, Grandpa G.)
-- Roger

Hi Elyssa! I just found SUNFLOWER, your newest Artsonia posting, and spent some time studying each of the 4 quadrants in detail and enjoyed comparing each to its symmetric "opposite." The way the quadrants are arranged and especially how they are 'delineated' (OK, I've been really wanting to use that word, but I think it does fit!) created for me a bit of curiosity as I studied the design to see how things were meant to match up...such things help to draw the eye to examine the work more closely and add to its interest. I am reminded of the large Texas sunflower fields as we drove through a section of Texas on a driving trip to visit you some years back (possibly along old "Route 66"?)... I hope you get to see those colorful fields sometime. Examining the symmetry in an actual sunflower blossom (along with the symmetry in all of nature generally) points to the wonder that God's Creation is! I will be showing Grandma your SUNFLOWER online, so you can expect reading her comments sometime soon. (Grandpa)
-- S.P.

This piece is a remarkably well-done and hilarious parody of The Mona Lisa! I especially love how you creatively titled it "The Mona Louis-a!" The bunny ears are hysterical on what should otherwise be a quite serious & sophisticated piece; the burger shack in the background clues the viewer in to the show Louise originated from (unmistakenly "Bob's Burger's), & the mechanical shark (reminiscent of one paricularly insane episode) in the distance subtly screams nonsensical hilarity, driving one to LOL! You sketched & painted a brilliant likeness of Louise (the crazy eyes are perfect!), mixed with a bit of Linda, along with the exact pose of the Mona Lisa, & got the smile just right! I just love it- what a ridiculously awesome idea for your parody! ?? ?, Mom
-- Christine

I will write what I told you in person about this piece...you have created an amazingly deep window into your soul by the drawings you have chosen to create on your piece, "What's On Your Mind?"! I could not get over the effect of awe I had when I realized all the facets of your personality you were representing with this piece..literally from head to toe! I love the moods and emotions you portrayed in your mind...the vast, starry night representing your depth of personality and your emotions within...all the details you illustrated on your person are depicted beautifully and super creatively! So deep! Love it! Love, Mom
-- Christine

S.P. here: I just discovered your beautiful African Gazelle, Elyssa. It reminds me of my years of deer hunting (no, I would never hunt a gazelle - it looks too trusting and vulnerable.) The gazelle image would add to my den/outdoors theme in my office at home. The background with purple peaks gives the illusion of faraway mountains, with the grass-covered foothills in the foreground. The bright patches of warm colors suggest a sunny, peaceful day in Africa and a feeling of relative safety, but yet the gazelle stands alert, straight, and tall. being very observant, for all animals there must always be wary of any possible danger. A beautiful creature of God's Creation!
-- Roger

This piece you painted, about God's Creation of the World, depicts Day Four, Genesis 1:14-19 (ESV), during which God created the "lights in the heavens...the stars"... (notably Gen 1:16). The way you portrayed the lightning bolt pouring from the hands of God, representing His power, (I liked that you used a non-traditional color of light for the bolt!) is phenomenal, & the silvery, shimmery stars in the sky that He created & placed in the heavens are beyond beautiful! Everything flows and blends with the swirly style you used, and the scene conveys both powerful excitement and peaceful beauty simultaneously! It is as if a massive surge of God's power lit up the sky, hit the newly-formed Earth, where time has not yet been created (thus, the hands of the clock/hands of time- I love how you depicted that!), and created the brilliant stars, which then floated gently off into the vast expanse we call space, in order to shine their glowing lights down on us at night...Your painting, also one of my all-time favorites, is absolutely an amazingly creative and stunning piece! Congratulations on this work of art making it onto the plaque you received for your awesome Artist of the Year award! Love & Admiration, Mom
-- Christine

I cannot begin to tell you how amazing The Knitting Tree is...the way you designed the tree to flow from the ball of yarn, knitted together by the hands, the fluidity of the piece...it brings awe and peace to the viewer! I am so proud of you for entering it into the National Art Contest! That is one of my all-time favorite works by you! Love, Mom
-- Christine

WOW - your mom really looks young. Awesome Art once again!. Gr. & Gr. G. :-)
-- S.P.

Hi, Elyssa! We are continuing to enjoy your artwork. Your artwork has all been well-planned in an artistic way -- you are using your God-given talents well! (I like the way the Koala is defying gravity! - S.P.)
-- Grandpa and Grandma G.

Elyssa, your Australian artwork is absolutely amazing!! The koala is so cute & has a unique pose, & the native witchety bushes add such a beautiful framework! You know I love koalas, and I can't wait to order a mug with this artwork on it! The coolest thing about this piece is that it looks like a Lite-Brite (a board with tiny colored light bulbs that you place in holes,to create a pattern, or picture, that lights up) design! You are so talented! Love it!
-- Mom

Your painting of the skull is EX-SKULL-ENT !! (Totally!!) Sharp colors, with color contrasts that add interest, facial features formed from smaller depictions of flower petals and designs, with yellow 'rays' to (or from) all 4 corner angles that help lead the viewer's eyes to the center of attention (whose skull?) and with a colorful offset hemisphere in each corner to help 'frame' the entire picture or illusion. (I don't know if I would like to suddenly wake up at night from an unsettling dream and see that visage staring down at me, though, especially at close range -- it might be a mite scary. But it gives a great effect!) Keep up the exskullent work! -- S.P.
-- Rog

You did a fantastic job on your Day of the Dead skull! Lots of very intricate & artistic creativity went into your work! I also love that the "rays of light" look like spotlights on the skull...very cool! Great job! ?? Love, Mom
-- Mom

The illusion of texture this piece creates is almost tangible...& I live your color choice because I know what it represents! You put a lot of time & patience into your "E"...love it!
-- Mom

Hi Elyssa! I really enjoyed seeing your artwork. It must have taken a lot of painted fingerprints to make your E". Nice colors! The Mexican remembrance artwork is like artwork I have seen at the Milwaukee Art Museum! Your choice of colors and design is professional. Thanks for sharing! Love, Grandma G.
-- Nancy

Hi Elyssa! Grandma and I just saw your E art project online. Did you paint or cut out and paste all those dots? It's neat being able to see your art-work online - "TOTALLY" !! S.P.
-- Grandma & Grandpa G.

Hi Elyssa! Grandma and I just saw your E art project online. Did you paint or cut out and paste all those dots? It's neat being able to see your art-work online - "TOTALLY" !!
-- Grandma & Grandpa G.