I have have been drawing ever since I was in elementary school. My early drawings were mostly of flowers and wildlife.
Drawings were done using a #2 graphite school pencil. My first choice of medium is Prisma color pencils. I fell in love with Prisma's because of their ability to lay down and blend together and create a wide range of color arrangement.
Other media such as watercolor, acylics, and oil painting come naturally for me. Ienjoy color and graphite pencil the most! When I saw the unbelievable works done in colored pencils by other artists, she just had to give them a try. Using colored pencil helps me pay attention to the finer details of art. Also to achieve a multitude of colors from layering.
Although a self-taught artist, I spent time studying the works, techniques, and styles of other artists by reading books. One of the best resource books that is basic and simple to understand is - Lee Hammond's big book of Drawing by Lee Hammond. This book is still a valuable asset in my private collection, and I still will read it from time to time. The book in particular has provided me with the basic foundation to develop my own unique style.
I has been married to Kevin M. Shibley I for 23 years. We have three children. Kevin II, Julie, and Christian. My family and her I attend the Cornerstone United Pentecostal Church in Winchester, VA. We presently reside in the state of West Virginia.
You can also view my artwork on MYSPACE.
http://www.myspace.com/shib_flash
Enjoy!
