Diane Kolar's Sketchbook

2012-01-11T12:52:00.000-08:00

Sketchbook January 11th, 2012

VECTOR FUN Recent samples for McGraw-Hill children's series.

2011-12-13T11:44:00.001-08:00

"GOOD THINGS"

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Featured illustrator at The Illustrator Agency. Looking forward to working with them in the New Year :)
Thanks Nick!

2011-12-05T20:00:00.001-08:00

Artwork from Dreaming Away with Percival Crumbly

Dreaming Away with Percival Crumbly

2011-12-04T16:31:00.001-08:00

Artwork Cover for Dreaming Away with Percival Crumbly.
I am delighted to have completed my first children's book with talented Toronto writer James Di Fiore. Created in watercolor and pencil, this project was both challenging and enjoyable as my goal was to create a visually engaging experience for an early reader audience (age 3) . Dreaming Away with Percival Crumbly encourages young children to dream and develop their imaginations.
Coming soon to a bookstore near you :)

2011-11-14T18:35:00.001-08:00

November 14th

Weeping Angel. Dedicated to my beloved Aunt Victoria.

Oct 12th - Illustrated Diagram

2011-10-12T18:04:00.000-07:00

CORE Green Gasoline Refinery Illustrated Diagram

2011-09-29T21:32:00.000-07:00

Sketch of the day: Thursday September 29, 2011

Concept Sketch. Mr & Mrs Claus under the mistletoe

Missing my office assistant Zumi

2011-09-23T14:16:00.000-07:00

Sketch of the day: Monday August 29th

2011-08-29T09:03:00.000-07:00

Quick concept sketch - "Sew Happy"

sneak peak...little bit of retro

2011-08-22T19:28:00.000-07:00

crank up that jukebox and do the happy dance ;)

Sketch of the day: August 11th

2011-08-11T11:14:00.000-07:00

Broken Umbrella vs. Singing in the rain. Concept 3 of 4.

Sketch of the day: July 31st

2011-07-31T20:06:00.000-07:00

Broken Heel vs. Happy Feet. Concept 2 of 4.
This illustration reminds me of the time i lost my boot heel in a snowbank in the winter. I'm sure a few ladies can relate. :)

Sketch of the day: July 30th

2011-07-30T15:38:00.000-07:00

Sneak peak of my new vintage poster series concepts for Janome, 1 of 4.
Sad Camper vs. Happy Camper. More to come...

Sketch of the day: July 29th

2011-07-30T08:57:00.000-07:00

Christmas in July

Concept Sketch for a Santa Collectible. If we want Santa on air for Christmas we have to bring him to life in July. 1 of 3. Ho Ho Ho :)

Sketch of the day: July 17th

2011-07-30T08:40:00.000-07:00

Percival in watercolor.
Concept scene for "Dreaming with Percival Crumbly" now in progress.

Sketch of the day: June 16th

2011-06-16T09:21:00.000-07:00

Female Portrait.
I am really enjoying getting back into sketching.
Currently updating my portfolio at www.dianekolar.com and planning a new launch for Indiko Creative. Feel free to check it out :)

Sketch of the Day: June 15th

2011-06-15T20:44:00.001-07:00

I'm back!! :) Here is a fun sketch of a quirky male character I had fun drawing tonight. :)

Character concept sketches

2011-05-24T17:13:00.000-07:00

Just some initial character development sketches... Percival is coming to life. He makes me giggle and thats what makes my job so amazing :)

Sketch of the Day - Tuesday May 17, 2011

2011-05-17T20:16:00.000-07:00

something sketchy...

Sketch of the Day - Monday May 16, 2011

2011-05-16T20:55:00.000-07:00

Just a fun sketch... I hope to share one each day . Drawing is the simple pleasure in which i lose myself ...where minutes turn into hours, without hesitation or concern. Now if there were only more hours in a day :)

rough sketch...Janome girl at Train station :)

2011-05-11T14:01:00.000-07:00

Just sharing a rough preliminary sketch for an upcoming project :) Girly and fun, set in a trainstation. Detail is limited at this point.

And the inspiration continues :)

2011-05-10T20:45:00.001-07:00

My head is buzzing with so many fresh concepts for the re-branding and Web Design of a swanky, stylish salon in downtown Toronto. Bright, colorful, modern and full of personality are key words... just like the talented, creative team of professionals who work there :) Stay tuned for updates...

A Royal Tribute

2011-04-29T22:03:00.000-07:00

My latest project was one specially for William & Katherine's Royal Wedding. Here's a peek... The designs were created prior to the wedding so I will be updating shortly. To be shown on The Shopping Channel. An exclusive product will be created based on my design :)

A royal whirlwind...!!

2011-04-10T12:11:00.000-07:00

Working diligently on a royal couple sketch of William and Kate. Unfortunately my shoulders ache, i'm headachey and a little bit cranky! lol. Perhaps a cup of earl grey will get me back on track. :)

Colorful art

2011-04-08T18:29:00.000-07:00

I came across this image and it made me smile. The colors are so spring like and fun. Love it!
I will most likely pull out my paints this weekend and start working on my canvas. Who knows what i will create but i think color is key!! :)

night of possibilities... totally inspired

2011-04-07T19:56:00.001-07:00

There is no better feeling then connecting with a community of wonderful, unique and creative souls. Tonight was a powerful night of introductions and I am inspired to create powerful possibilities for myself as well as others in my life... sounds deep, i know! And while I didn't have the time to produce a sketch today, i am posting one from the archives. Something a little different... from an educational children's booklet on Water Conservation. It makes me smile and I hope it puts a smile on your face too :)

Sketch of the day...

2011-04-06T16:30:00.001-07:00

A quick sketch of a lovely London Lady... enjoy

Day 2 of deadlines! urgh! :S

2011-04-05T15:46:00.000-07:00

This week i have three sketches to produce. Completed the first last night. The very last one will celebrate the soon to be wed - Royal couple William & Kate and will be featured on television. The pressure is on! :)

Love, Believe, Dream... angels!

2011-04-04T15:50:00.000-07:00

For the past month i have been involved in a wonderful new product design project... I can't say much more at this time but they are an original concept which is going to brighten up many lives :) Here is a look at one of them.

Gorgeous reds for Spring 2011... i will be making a bold change :)

2011-04-03T20:12:00.000-07:00

Bring on Spring...

2011-03-27T12:15:00.000-07:00

The sun is finally shining again. Suddenly feeling inspired to get back to painting once again. I have a 4x6 ft canvas calling my name. It has been sitting in storage ever since i relocated to my downtown condo. Unfortunately it doesn't fit into my tiny Golf hatchback! So until i can find a way to transport this future masterpiece, i will work on a smaller sized canvas :)
I've also been inspired to dust off my sketch book so stay tuned for some pieces i will be posting as i get myself back into the groove of hand drawn illustration.

Inspire me...cultivating creativity every day

2009-12-04T12:29:00.000-08:00

Welcome to my blog. I will use this space to discuss things that inspire and intrigue me.