Moving Forward

The etsy store is down at the moment as I am in the midst of figuring out my next move forward.  The blog is also being worked on and a new site is being conceived.  Until things are settled, some older images on here may not appear correctly.  I am working my way through re-hosting and updating.

I will be at a few local craft shows coming up.  The events page will be updated shortly with more info.  You can also find some of my goodies here in Cincinnati at Robot Inside and Wooden Hill.  If you would like to order something or have questions about commissioned pieces, please contact me at gerileighshields@gmail.com.

Thank you for your patience during this transition period.  In the meantime, here is a new piece that I will be sending to print very soon.  Enjoy!

-Geri

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I pressed pause on here a while ago, a long while.  The time has come, though, to press resume.  For starters, I should close up the loose ends I left the site with.  That little witch from so long ago, what was she so excited about?  Much like me, she adores milkshakes.  Strawberry is her flavor of choice.  More updates on what I've been creating coming soon!

©Geri Shields, 2014

Monster Monday: The Tuesday Edition

What can I say?  Still busy, but I got a new one started.  What's this little gal so excited about?  Find out next week.

in progress, ©Geri Shields 2014

Monster Monday: Carnival Cotton Candy

I missed last week.  Oops!  Been kinda busy over here, but I hope to make up for the absence today.  I'm going to try and double up on the monsters this Monday!  Little Frankie is done and I'll have something new for you later this evening.  So, what treat does Frankie love?????  Cotton candy!  He usually enjoys it when he visits the carnival, but I'd also like to think he snacks on it while catching up on the new season of American Horror Story.  Happy Monday!

©Geri Shields, 2014

Monster Monday: Frankie

Frankie goes to the carnival to get his favorite treat.  What is it that he is so happy to eat?  Find out next week!  Happy Monday!

©Geri Shields, 2014

Monster Monday, cough, Tuesday: Monster Chew

Better late than never, right?  Well, he's done.  This little zombie prefers red licorice sticks to braaaaaaaaaaaaiiiins!!!!!  Good news for all of us.  Better stock up for Halloween!  He might be coming to a front door near you!

Zombie Chew, digital illustration    ©Geri Shields, 2014

Monster Monday: Zombie Chew

Monster Monday is back! 

This little zombie had a craving.  Was it for braaaaaaaaaaaaains?  Find out next week what this guy likes to chew on.  Happy Monday!

Zombie Chew - in progress      ©Geri Shields, 2014   

Feline Friday: Paper Moon

It's only a paper moon...

Happy Friday!

It's beginning to look a lot like...

Halloween?  The season is drawing closer!!!  Which means I'm starting new doodles.  This little Halloweenie/Harvest print will be available at the Grand Re-Opening at Broadhope on Sept. 12. 

Mission Completed: This Little Piggie

Hey, hey!  It's been a minute!  Here's the latest piece I've completed, and he's a cutie!  Prints will be debuting at the Grand Re-Opening at Broadhope Art Collective on September 12th and will be available at City Flea in Cincinnati on September 20.  Look for it and more of my lovelies in the Broadhope tent.  Happy Friday!

Mission Completed: The Ladies

Finished up a pretty sweet project recently.  I was asked to come up with illustrations of some pretty rockin' ladies for use on a friend's site.  A link will be up shortly.  In the mean time, here's a peek of the finished pieces.

Kathleen Hanna (Bikini Kill, Le Tigre, Julie Ruin, and The Julie Ruin)

Kathleen Hanna, digital illustration  ©Geri Shields 2014

Cyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper, digital illustration    ©Geri Shields 2014

Feline Friday: Harbinger

Tonight is the opening of Metazoa!  I, along with Zach Kestermann and Ryan Young, will have new works on display at Popp=d ART in Cincinnati. 

In honor of tonight, I'm delighted to share the finished painting, Harbinger, which is one of the pieces I completed for the show.  Happy Friday! 

METAZOA
New works by Geri Shields, Zach Kestermann and Ryan Young.


opening:
Friday, Apri 4, 2014
6-10pm
Popp=d ART
2622 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219

Harbinger, acrylic on canvas, 11"x14"    ©Geri Shields, 2014

Feline Friday: Progress

I'm still hard at work painting the night away in preparation for the upcoming show, Metazoa.  Below is an update of the painting based on the sketch I posted last week.  The background is mostly completed, but the colors on the cat are just blocked in.  I've still got a lot of work to do on this one.  And if you are asking yourself what the heck is going on in this piece, you'll have to wait til the show opening to get an explanation.  Trust me, though, it makes sense. 

And don't forget about Craft Menagerie happening tomorrow! Happy Friday!

©Geri Shields, 2014

Feline Friday: Mask?

What's going on here?  Just a rough sketch of things to come.

F.Y.I. FRIDAY!

A lot has been in the mix lately and today I'd like to share some of the things I've been up to.

First up, I recently completed work on an amazing project, "The Fox and the Fireflies."  It is a storybook site thought up and put together by my talented friend, Alexis.  She is both the writer of the story and designer of the site.  My input for the project was the illustrations.  This is one of my favorite projects that I have been a part of.  Alexis wrote a beautiful story and made my illustrations come to life!  You can check out the final product at foxandfireflies.com.

Second!  Next weekend is Bockfest here in Cincinnati and there is a wonderful craft event that coincides with the celebration.  Craft Menagerie is in it's 3rd year and I'm proud to be a part it! 
I will have a few prints from the Fox and the Fireflies project available at my booth. Stop by Arnold's Bar and Grill on Saturday, March 8, 11-4 to check out the amazing the artists and stay for an amazing burger and a beer!  It's sure to be a grand time!

And, finally, I am currently preparing for a show coming up in April.  "Metazoa" will be a collection of works yours truly, Zach Kestermann and Ryan Young.  The opening reception will be on Friday, April 4 from 6-10pm at Popp=d Art in Cincinnati.  I'm getting excited about the work being done for it.  Mark your calendars and hope to see you there!

 

Fox and the Fireflies illustration, ©Geri Shields, 2014

Fox and the Fireflies illustration, ©Geri Shields, 2014

 

Fox and the Fireflies illustration, ©Geri Shields, 2014

Feline Friday: The Saga of Mr. E

It's been quiet on here for a while.  I do apologize, but things have been a little less than crazy around these parts.  For one, I've been under the weather for a few weeks.  But, the thing that really threw a wrench into things was the development of a hematoma on Mr. E's ear.  It developed almost over night.  Thus, he had to surgery to drain the hematoma and to make matters worse, he also had a couple of problem teeth removed at the same time.  On top of everything else, Mr. F didn't recognize Mr. E when he came home from surgery and hissed and attacked him for the first week.  They had to be kept separate.  It hasn't been the best of months for Mr. E, but things are starting to luck up.  His ear is healing nicely and hopefully he gets his stitches out sometime next week and he can finally shed the dreaded cone!  We are trying to make the best of things and enjoy the remainder of the holidays.  I hope you are too.  Happy Holidays and Happy Friday!

Mr. E post surgery, complete with cone and ear cast.

Feline Friday: Mark Your Calendars!

The Crafty Supermarket is tomorrow!  Grab your shopping bags!  It is sure to be fantastic!  My mini calendars are packaged and ready to make the trip to Music Hall.  I gave you a sneak peek last week, but now you can see all 12 months of kitties!  Each one consists of 12, 4"x6" loose calendar pages.  Not only do I have the cat collection, but I also have a monster collection!  Happy Friday!

Crafty Supermarket
Saturday Nov. 23, 2013
11am - 6pm
at the Music Hall Ballroom
1241 Elm St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202.

12 month 2014 Cat Collection mini calendar

12 month 2014 Monster Collection mini calendar

Feline Friday: Calendar & Events!

The Crafty Supermarket is next weekend!  I'm almost ready.  Just finishing up some little details, like the new 2014 - 12 Month Desk Calendars!  They will be making their debut at Crafty Supermarket, so be sure and stop by.  Here's a sneak peek.  Happy Friday!

Monster Monday: The Satyr

Today's Monster is a piece completed for a special project that will be revealed at a later date.  It's a little bit of a departure from the norm, but I love the way it turned out.  So, here he is.  He's such a sleepy satyr, and today I'm such a sleepy girl.  Off for more coffee.  Happy Monday!

Monster Monday: Mr. Eddie, the Hook Hand Vampire Man!

This one, like many here on Monster Monday, will take a bit of explaining.  This little dude came about one evening while hanging out on the porch with a few friends.  The scenario is one of those "you had to be there" things, but this a short recap of how the legend of Eddie, the Hook Hand Vampire Man was born. 

Let me set the stage.  There were 3 main players: Person A, Person B, and Person C.  Person A was wearing an Iron Maiden shirt.  Person B was trying to figure out which shirt Person A was wearing and asked, "What's on your shirt?"  Person C, cough, Shannon, cough, blurted out "HOOK HAND VAMPIRE MAN!" This was a pretty accurate analysis of what was depicted on the shirt, despite the fact that it said "Iron Maiden" atop the picture of "Eddie."  Laughter ensued.  See, it's definitely one of those "you had to be there" stories.  I will leave it at that because the events that followed have sparked much controversy among this particular group of friends. 

In order to ensure that this memory will never be forgotten I give you my version of the Hook Hand Vampire Man that adorned the shirt in question.  My personal version includes a mock Iron Maiden font.  The version that will be available in my store shortly will not have the text included.  I figure that the image may be confusing enough without the text.  Anyway, here he is!  Happy Monday!

My personal version of Mr. Eddie, Hook Hand Vampire Man, digital illustration  ©Geri Shields, 2013

Mr. Eddie, Hook Hand Vampire Man, version for print, digital illustration  ©Geri Shields, 2013