New art: Head Above Water. Not giving up, not letting the bad stuff pull you down. The beads of water show she has struggled, but she is still persevering despite the odds. Determination. This painting and concept mean so much to me. I struggle with anxiety and depression sometimes, but this has been my mantra. Do not give up. Things get better, always. . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #studiodesade #originalart #conceptart #painting #illustratedemotions #emotion #love #holdon #arttherapy #workingartists #oilpainting #water #donotgivein #depression #donotgiveup #inspire #keepgoing #illustration https://www.instagram.com/p/BuJ73Q9Bhu5/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10xri6kc4b88l

Cool thing alert! I received a box of these beauties today, a *really* beautiful 100 postcard collection, showcasing all the art from the book, Women of the Galaxy, with many paintings from me included! I had no idea these were even being made! Thanks to @chroniclebooks for continuing to be an amazing company! 😁 . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #freelance #starwars #studiodesade #ahsoka #ahsokatano #lucasfilm #chroniclebooks #womenofthegalaxy #amyratcliffe #artist #postcard https://www.instagram.com/p/BtzGS3jBXLS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qycmagm2conv

New sketch. A remix/alternate illustration path to this particular concept. Compass heart. Use it to guide you. . . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #freelance #illustratedemotions #emotion #love #blindlove #heal #heart #studiodesade #originalart #originalconcept #passion #holistic #surrender #surrealism #surreal https://www.instagram.com/p/BtgdYhHBl6l/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dd45zali6dk7

So, I saw this art challenge going around and thought I'd participate. The idea is to recreate the original image, but in your own style. I didn't have time to do a full color piece, and I omitted a couple details, but it was a super fun sketch. Turns out I love drawing horns! 😀 The second image is the original oil painting by Annie Stegg. . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #freelance #artist #anniestegg #anniesteggchallenge #annieartchallenge #sketch https://www.instagram.com/p/BtWWX-JBG-F/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1oxbpchp8zn2a

Padme. A paper/interesting lighting test! . . . . #sarahwilkinson #artist #workingartist #art #illustration #freelance #starwars #studiodesade #padmeamidala #padme #sketch #coloredpencil https://www.instagram.com/p/BtRWtRlB74n/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xk1u6k4u0txy

A blast from the past! As I was backing up old scans , I came across a bit of art that I *barely* remember doing. I would throw myself into these cards. They helped me through some tough times. So yeah! :) Each image is a hand painted, 2.5"x3.5" acrylic painting. . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #freelance #lordoftherings #lotr #legolas #frodo #frodobaggins #acrylics #acrylicpainting #sketchcards #topps https://www.instagram.com/p/BtL5oXghY_V/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17t1s12n7bgm4

My first sketch in one of the Women of the Galaxy books. I still love this book, and I'm *so* proud to have been a part of it! I was sent a box of them, I am thinking of doing a couple more painted pieces in them for shows. My next big show is Emerald City Comic Con. If you are interested in one commissioned, get in touch with me! . . . . #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #freelance #starwars #studiodesade #leia #princessleia #myprincess #carriefisher #workingartists #womenofthegalaxy #acrylicpainting https://www.instagram.com/p/BtBsQryhX3U/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=uy2h73ayhy3v

New sketch, fueled by my love of music. I love it almost as much as I love art. The music notes are from Leonard Cohen's, "Hallelujah". #sarahwilkinson #art #illustration #fineart #music #musiclover #leonardcohen #rufuswainwright #hallelujah #musicnotes

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The Muse - Gabriel de Cool

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I’ve never met a strong person with an easy past.

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Eclipse by (A4Size)

Astronauts explore the unknown. From my archives, featuring works by Chesley Bonestell, Chris Foss, Bruce Pennington, and more.

<3 this new piece by Chet Zar!

First time using Permanent Magenta… I like it!

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“Boy meets girl – from Outer Space” by Weegee (Arthur Fellig), c. 1955, New York 

Recently watched a TED Talk on the muse and the artist. Amazing, inspiring, liberating. 

The Muse - Gabriel de Cool

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