Now for something that makes me feel better!

[secondlina]

 A couple of weeks ago, I designed a wedding invitation for one of my best friends. I,m quite proud of the end result. Took a lot of sketching and a couple of versions to get to this :



Here's my second favorite version :



I did a bunch of sketches. It was cool to try to find a bunch of ways for a couple to hold each other. In this case, there was an eztra challenge because he groom is actually shorter then the bride, so all the really classic swoon poses can look a bit strange. I had a ton of fun with the sketching.












As a couple of you may know, yesterday was a bit of a breakdown for me. I slept a lot today. I feel better. I feel like a bit of a wuss nowadays, because my patience is running thin and I seem to get easily annoyed with a lot of things that don't usually get to me. This was accented yesterday by me having some kind of life crisis and people telling me to get over it rather then being supportive or at least quiet while I flip out. I mean... Yeah. Life is hard I guess. Mine lacks a lot of direction. And it's starting to worry me. I mean, sometimes I feel like Sisyphus, rolling up my rock up that hill, and as soon as I feel like i'm actually moving forward, it rolls back down. I know i'm not the only person in this situation. I know I probably don't have as much right to complain as a lot of people. But I still bitch and moan once in a while. It actually helps. I've been bitching way too much lately I suppose. So... I'm sorry i'm disappointing people. 

*sigh* watcha gonna do?

In a more positive note, there a launch for Jabberwocky this weekend in Montreal. It's on Saturday, June 4 · 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the "Cheval Blanc" ((809 Ontario Est, Montréal, QC H2L 1P1). come by and say hi! Get a cool book! We actually don't have a lot of Jabberwockies left (which is why I didn't do a "sell" post yet on here). But we should get some more reprinted soon. 

Over and out!

- Isa

Comments

[midoriri.livejournal.com]

There is so much love in these pictures. Seriously. In more ways than one.
<3

Also, I read your tumblr. Quit that job, seriously. Screw it sideways to heck. >C

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Thanks for being so supportive *hugs*

[the-flowergirl.livejournal.com]

My priorities are a bit out of order, because I spent more attention on the knotwork than the actual picture. I did go back and look at it, but I kind of had to force myself to look at the whole thing. I like knotwork, ok! ;D

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Hahaha, me too... I actually spent more time on the frame then on the couple...

/celtic knotwork is a GOOD priority.

[novabat.livejournal.com]

All of these sketches fill me with joy. Love is wonderful, and you've done a bang up job of showing so many different ways to express it!

Though I didn't comment on the actual post, I saw it. I'd like to let you know that - while I can't speak for anyone else - you're not disappointing me in the slightest. Yes, I only really have any contact with you over the Internet, but I will be here for you, Isa. If ever you need someone to talk to, let me know! You have my undying support, as an artist and as a person. I hope things turn around as soon as possible. =)

Also, I need to get my hands on a copy of Jabberwocky sometime this summer. Hopefully, as soon as I get a job this summer!

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

AWWWWW MAN, I looove you!! *hugs* It makes me feel so much better to read this.

I'm kinda running out of copies, but I should do a re-print soon!

[snapdragon76.livejournal.com]

Awww, these are sooooo adorable! Number 10 is my favorite...

No need to apologize for whining a little bit. We allll have days like that, some more than others. And you have to let it out somehow.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

*hugs* thank you!!

(I love ten too)

[snapdragon76.livejournal.com]

*hugs back* no prob, bb!

[brytning.livejournal.com]

I love seeing the process of all your sketches! Very cool, and I'm sure they're thrilled with the final.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

They are! I always forget to show the process of my drawings... and the process is so fun too!

[spankingfemme.livejournal.com]

Those are lovely sketches! XD I adore them all, but I especially like #'s 10, 6, and 9 =D I'll have to commission you to do Jason and my wedding invites for either this year Oct. 31st or next if finances are too strained :) You and Link are of course will be invited if you can make it down to Florida. The reception will be a costume party! XD

As for the complaining, I don't think you do so often, and it's better to vent it out and let yourself deflate those negative energies rather than bottle them up until you explode over something seemingly trivial just because you hadn't said anything in forever. No worries my sweet! ;)

Have fun at the Jabberwocky launch! Can't wait to get my own copy! I ordered a Warrick/Emma print the other day; something to look forward to in the mail! Woot! =D

[cxco.livejournal.com]

Ah DAYUM - I want me some copies of Jabberwocky. How much is it? Is it at a bar...? How long will you guys be there?

Also that invitation is just beautiful!

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

It's kinda a pub, yeah. I'll be there from 4 to 7pm :D

If you don't come by, it's fine, i'll keep you a copy.

[cxco.livejournal.com]

Allrightee, thanks for the heads up - I'll try and stop by a little after 4

[elirrina.livejournal.com]

Those are really sweet! I'm glad you had a better day today.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Thanks! :D

[ichiban-victory.livejournal.com]

Wow, and wedding invitations, even? If I ever am so fortunate, I might have to remember this. All of the drawings are of course amazing, oh master of capturing humans on paper! I bet a lot of people will want to keep the invitations for the drawing alone!

Considering how long you've been putting up with a bad situation at work, it was only a matter of time before the stress all caught up with you. You need to vent, but mostly, you really need to get the heck out of there! I really hope you have good news on job interviews by the time I get to catch you online again, In the meantime, get plenty of rest. It really is one of the best ways to cope with the stupid stress.

And SHOCK! Now that I have income, I might be sorely tempted to get one of your comics. Jabberwocky was certainly an interesting take on it. Hrm...)

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Hey, if you get married, i'll be glad to draw it! :D

Yeah, i'm definitely reaching the breaking point. I never spent so much time with so little energy, so much depression and so little self-worth. Boo, crappy job, boo.

[nuitsongeur.livejournal.com]

The wedding sketches/invitations are beautiful! :D If I had the opportunity, I would totally commission you, if I ever get married. :)

**hugs**
I'm sorry about the breakdown. And I hope you find the direction you're wanting. And, bitching is okay. :) Goodness knows I do it all the time.

I really hope everything gets better.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Hahaha, be sure to poke me if you do! I,ll be glad to do it.

Thanks! It feels good to get so much support.

[vonandmoggy.livejournal.com]

Ooooh that is a beeee-yoooo-tiful invitation!!! You're awesome! <3

Sorry your nerves are raw...I wish I could help but I'm in the same boat. We all need nice, relaxing vacations, I think. :(

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

In DISNEYWORLD.

[amelia-seyroon.livejournal.com]

So much love for these pretty art. <333333

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

[brendala.livejournal.com]

Those pictures are beautiful! Your friends are so lucky to have such cool custom invitations!

And don't feel bad for venting at us. That's what LJ is for, isn't it?

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Hehehe, well, I'll always open commission slots for friends getting married and make them extra nice and shiny. :D

I guess so. I'm just used to being more positive, so when i'm negative, I feel rotten.

[amanuensis1.livejournal.com]

That's so lovely! Man, I wouldn't have known which pose to pick, they're all adorable.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

She didn't know either. It was a hilarious debate.

[putri-nih.livejournal.com]

The one carrying the bride is lovely.

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Thanks!

[fortheloveofsam.livejournal.com]

You can ALWAYS bitch, as long as theres a good reason for it. -Hugs tightly- I know that work can be really frustrating and I understand sooo much. I'm about halfway to the point you're at right now, but since my job is a training facility (where it's REALLY hard to get fired) I have to put up with a lot of crap (like people who won't do shit because they know they won't be let go because of it...) Anyway. If you ever need anyone to talk to, you know how to get a hold of me. :) :) I hope you feel better soon! (And I pray that you get a new, "much better job for you" job.)

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Bleh. Why do these jobs even exist?

[http://users.livejournal.com/unnecessary_/]

These images are gorgeous!

[secondlina.livejournal.com]

Starlight approved!

[engelen.livejournal.com]

awwwwn, these are really cute <3

(not commenting on your life, seeing how this is an olde entry)