Holly Zemak Design Studio

Mr. Snowman, What About Me

2009-03-17T08:22:00.001-07:00

Grover got a ‘Sock Monkey’ - Lily got her bones. I’ve been good, and all I pray - is someone takes me home!

As I have been painting these cards there has been a growing collection of snowmen with Corgi's, Pug's, children, etc., very round and rubenesque snowmen I might add.

Santa's New Elves

2009-03-13T07:58:00.001-07:00

Since most of his elves are sick with the flu, Santa thought this year he'd try something new. But these little puppies would much rather play, than help with the toys to fill up his sleigh!

This was great fun to paint, I love being able to paint a story line with all the little details like the Corgi sleeping inside the bag. When figuring out the different positions of the puppies I used tracing paper, sketched out each little guy and moved them around Santa until I found a workable design. My favorite Corgi puppy is the one on Santa's foot, love the fun loving grin.

Country Brunch

2009-03-09T16:21:00.000-07:00

This is a very Retro image. I love Nasturtiums and that 1950's look. The inspiration came partially from the old tablecloths used during that period. You know the ones with the cherries in the corners. I borrowed the "feel of that period" by using the orange and blues, added some black and white checks and "Country Brunch".

Trim'n the Tree

2008-10-12T04:23:00.000-07:00

Dusty the Crow - and local "Tree Expert" teaches Maggie and Lily - our two little Corgis the right way to string Christmas Garland with lots of help from thier jolly new neighbor Mr. White - Snowman Extrodinaire!

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For All Creatures

2008-10-11T04:34:00.001-07:00

Fall is my favorite season - and I love pumpkins - whether its pumkin pie or carving for Halloween.

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Christmas Gift of Peace

2008-09-14T10:46:00.000-07:00

I have a soft spot in my heart for this image, this is Maggie my second Corgi. She and I had a special bond.

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Frosty Friends

2008-09-14T10:44:00.001-07:00

It was the hats on this painting that made it fun. The inspiration came from a childrens clothing catalog that featured these brightly colored scarves, mittens and hats. I don't know if anyone really wears them.

He Does Exist

2008-09-14T10:43:00.001-07:00

The back of this card has the recipe for making Gingerbread men.

Ticklish Snowman

2008-09-14T10:41:00.000-07:00

My snowmen tend to be rubenesque, but come on, they have to be round and jolly.

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Easter Rabbit

2008-09-14T10:37:00.000-07:00

I have a series of cards like this with a decorative border surrounding a central image. So far there is a Halloween, Valentine and Christmas image. They are like a puzzle with different elements that come together as one unit. There will be more of these in my future.