They Skijor!

The llama has waited quietly for Bob to help him into a new leather harness. He watches Bob put on his skis, and his anticipation grows. By the time his friend sorts out the reins, and gets a firm hold on the traces, he can hardly contain himself. 

Bob gives the signal, and they rush forward into the smooth snow. Powder flies, as the llama's toes eat up the ground. Bob is glad of his wind-proof jacket, and thick wool herringbone plus-fours, as the pair reach a speed of 35 mph!   

Skis

We are in the middle of another big snow-storm, so I decided to make a pen sketch of Bob and his llama, getting ready for some winter fun.

Bob is keeping warm in wool plus fours, a turtle neck sweater and a jacket. Both his look and pose are inspired by the beautiful 1930s fashion illustration on the right. Instead of ski poles, though, Bob is carrying a leather harness, and the llama has on his protective leather sport boots; ready to lead his friend through the powder! Next I will have to finish a color illustration of skis, harness, llama, and Bob, all working together.   

Happy New Year

Happy New Year Everyone!!!

A Special Request

One of Bob and his llama's  lovely Instagram followers suggested that Bob try out a pair of slippers from his own collection. I picked a pair of SWAV embroidered Belgian slippers, which looked like they might be right at home in the 1930s. Of course, slippers go well with robes, so Bob is pairing his new footwear with an art deco wool blanket robe inspired by the one to the right. The llama's smoking cap has a gold crown motif embroidered on it, to match the slippers. I hope I did the beautiful slippers justice.   

Winter Wonderland

Bob and his llama are exploring the wintery landscape. The weather may be chilly, but that up-hill climb will get them warm in no time. 

Happy Halloween!

Bob and his llama are all ready for their Halloween party. It's anyone's guess, which is whose llama. 

Happy Halloween everyone! 

Bob's new Speedboat!

Bob and his llama have yet another vehicle in their garage! This illustration was inspired by lovely Chris Craft motorboats from the 1930s. 

On the right is a picture of the painting in progress. I always start with a light pencil sketch.

Below is the finished piece. Bob and his llama are rushing over the water in their shiny wood boat, reveling in the crisp autumn breezes, and churning up lots of spray.