Ettie Ogle

Anker and Lang

2010-05-17T14:16:00.000-07:00

I’ve been having a lot of fun with the portraits of the people of Dekilite, and I think they have been too. Here is a couple I’ve become particularly friendly with. They go by Anker and Lang ... see them at www.EttieOgle.com

Shad Fest

2010-04-26T16:32:00.001-07:00

According to my friends back home, Shad Fest was a great success! It was a gorgeous sun filled day in Kensington’s Penn Treaty Park. A perfect day to take the family out for some good food, good tunes and fun finds. Thanks to all who came out to support Ettie Ogle Press!

Next up is From Scratch INDIEpendent Handmade Market, this Saturday, May 1st. Anyone local to the Lehigh and Berks counties should definitely drop by the Trexlertown Grange for some hand made indie arts, crafts and foods. Ettie Ogle Press will be sharing a space with the wonderful Sara Smedley, and will be set up along side Melanie Linder of Spread the Love and Kimberly Scola of Chez Sucre Chez.

One Jump Won

2010-04-18T12:09:00.001-07:00

Still hanging out in the Dekilite caverns, preparing for The Melt Festival, while my friends back home are preparing for Fishtown’s Shad Festival. If you haven’t heard already Shad Fest is going to be awesome. Music, food, fun and a table full of my artwork for sale!
I have another puddle jumper dream to share, and now for sale. I call him One Jump Won ...

Rain and Shine

2010-04-13T15:30:00.001-07:00

During my free time between helping the Dekilites with preparation for The Melt festival I did some doodles of my puddle jumping dreams. Check out on of them in my Etsy Shop!

In other news ... all this preparation and anticipation of The Melt has made me a little homesick. I’ve heard that eastern PA is getting some gorgeous weather involving rain and shine and I wish I could be there. I will be there in spirit at a few arts and craft shows though!

For those of you around the Philadelphia area I will have a table of my artwork for sale at Shad Fest. It takes place in Penn Treaty Park, in Fishtown, Philadelphia on Saturday, April 24th. Be there or lose your hair! Just kidding!

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Blinketed

2010-04-06T14:51:00.001-07:00

Here is another snowscape I’ve finished and posted for sale in my shop. This is more of a close up of the small wooded area that surrounds the main entrance to the caverns. Every tree trunk looks as if is has been tucked in under its own section of the never ending snow blanket.

I hear its pretty warm back home in Pennsylvainia. I’ve been chatting and planning with some of my contacts to have my work for sale at a couple art and craft shows this Spring and Summer. Two of which are rapidly approaching! Fishtown Shad Fest is April 24th, and From Scratch is May 1st. I will definitely talk more about them as they get closer, but for now you should check out their websites and see all the great stuff that will be at each!

Quilt of Snow

2010-04-02T09:27:00.000-07:00

When I finally made it to the Dekilite’s caverns after landing (about a month ago), I took a long look around before entering. The landscape reminded me of a huge blue, white, gray, and black quilt. It was comforting to think of all those people hibernating, underground, sharing one huge blanket of snow. The thought put a smile on my face and an image in my mind. The final illustration that came from that warm, fuzzy thought ended up cool and simple. I’ve just posted it for sale at EttieOglePress. Check it out and tell me what you think. I know it’s probably warm and sunny at home but try to remember the simple beauty of hills and valleys covered in snow.

Good Morning

2010-03-31T16:08:00.000-07:00

I’ve been asleep for almost a whole month! My lovely hosts and inhabitants of Dekilite are the hibernating type, and once I finished my snow scape sketches and realized everyone around me was asleep I decided to rest my eyes. I guess Slumber took a strong hold of me because my cat nap turned out to be a big bear snooze!
Now that I am awake and refreshed let me tell you a little more about Dekilite. This planet is currently full of snow and is like this for the majority of the year. It would be like having a slow, constant, small flurry storm from about the beginning of September to the middle of April back home. When the snow finally decides that it has dumped enough in stops and signals The Melt to come forward. For a couple days up to two weeks all the snow melts, floods all the valleys, and brings a beautiful Summer. The constant snow and The Melt force the people that live here to remain in underground caverns for most of the year, which is why they have become hibernators. However, when the warm season has come they move life back to the hills and valleys where they farm, camp, celebrate and enjoy the fresh air. The main reason I decided to stop here on Dekilite was to experience living in the caves for a little while and to attend the huge festival that quickly follows The Melt.Most of the Dekilites are still snoring, squeaking, or murmuring in slumber, except for a few of the elders. They say they know when The Melt is near because they dreamed about it, which means it’s time to wake up and start preparing for the move out and the festival. Strangely enough I actually had dreams about puddle jumping right before I woke up.
Well I must get going, I offered to help with some planning for the festival, and I have a couple doodles to tend to. I’ll leave you with my newest snowscape until next time.

Whitewashed

2010-03-03T15:49:00.001-08:00

Well, it has been a couple weeks since I have been able to do an update, but the time has finally come. For a couple days I wanted to focus on just driving because it is a long distance between here and MIrador. I landed safely and soundlessly on this snow covered planet, and it did not take long until my ride was also covered in snow. I guess I’ll be staying here a little longer than planned. No worries, I have some very good hosts who welcome me to stay as long as I need, and assure me that it will not be long until the snow melts.
This planet, called Dekilite, is rather hard to navigate this time of year with snow being the only thing in sight, so, it took a few days of hiking to finally find what I was looking for. Also a few days of rest and relaxation was in order once I reached my destination.
So that is where I’ve been ... where have you been?

Adrift

2010-02-15T16:35:00.000-08:00

Just wanted to share one of my trumpet 'portraits', so you could see the last bit of my series about Mirador before I start sharing the next planet. I'm still on the move, and should be reaching my next destination soon.

Hit The Sky

2010-02-10T18:37:00.001-08:00

I’ve started my travels onward, toward new sights, new lights, and new mights. It feels nice to be on the go again, especially when I have some good traveling tunes. Here is a mix I made to listen to while cruising in the sky. It’s a little bit fuzzy but some of you may like it. Once the snow clears give this a try while you’re driving towards the sunrise, or the sunset.

1. Into The Light by Siouxsie & the Banshees
2. Wolf Like Me by TV On The Radio
3. Well Thought Out Twinkles by Silversun Pickups
4. The Chills by Peter Bjorn and John
5. Strange Fruit by Catherine Wheel
6. Lovesick Teenagers by Bear In Heaven
7. Replica by Beck
8. Sled by Starflyer 59
9. Tunic by Sonic Youth
10. Two Dancers by Wild Beasts
11. Broken Promise by New Order
12. Venus In Cancer by Amusement Parks On Fire
13. Don’t Think Lover by A Place to Bury Strangers
14. Cool Your Boots by Ride

Maybe I should hit the hay before I shut my eyes. Goodnight Skies.

The White Woods

2010-02-07T16:05:00.000-08:00

More from Mirador. Another print I finally finished while camping outside The White Woods. These are the floating trumpets that sing the beautiful song at dawn. I still have not come in contact with them, and I don’t think it will ever be possible, but I have been able to get a closer look at them. I have been working on what I like to call ‘portraits’ of the trumpeteers, which I will share soon.
Well, I must get packing. I’ve enjoyed my stay here on Mirador, and now it is time to visit a new place, and maybe meet new friends. Time to hit the sky!

Sharing Mirador

2010-01-30T11:45:00.001-08:00

I’ve finished my first print inspired by my visit here on Mirador. This is more of a whole view of the planet, hope you like it! It’s now for sale in my Etsy shop, EttieOglePress.

What the Colors Might Be

2010-01-27T19:18:00.000-08:00

Camp is still set up outside the white woods of Mirador, or should I say Miracle Mouth. I have been spending lots of time taking in the silence during the days, after the wonderful alarm of gorgeous trumpeting, searching for the source. Everyday I take a walk into the woods, venturing a little farther from camp than the day before. I have come to accept that my eyes are not playing tricks on me (whether that is true or not) and have been paying close attention to those shifting colors behind the giant white tree trunks. I still have yet to see one in its entirety but I am pretty sure they are large, floating, plant like creatures. Of what I can see, they are beautiful. It seems that they appear more and more often as the days go on (I think they are curious), but they continue to keep their distance. Maybe they are growing more comfortable with my presence.
Since I have had a lot of quiet time, I have been working on some drawings. Here is a small snippet of something I am working on.

Dollie Valentines

2010-01-24T15:17:00.000-08:00

Check out the new Dollie Valentines! Available in purple, yellow or blue. Send everyone a little love this year, they do not have to be your *special* Valentine to get one! They will only be around until the end of February, so scoop them up while you can.

Mysterious Miracle Mouth Music

2010-01-18T19:32:00.000-08:00

I think I may have figured out why this place is called Miracle Mouth. I woke up the morning after my last update to the most beautiful sound I have ever heard. Glorious trumpeting as the sun rose! I wish I had audio recording equipment. It was indescribable!
I have been camping out at the edge of this forest for the past couple days just observing, trying to find the source of these mysterious morning songs. When the first light brakes over the horizon the sound creeps softly in to my ears, and makes a nest, as if it had been there forever. But with only about half an hour to bask in the trumpeting sunrise soundtrack, it quiets so seamlessly into nothing that I question whether I really heard it at all. I must find where the sound is coming from, but I must admit I am a bit nervous to enter this forest. Everything is so still and calm during the day, and every tree is white like snow, it would be very easy to get lost. Occasionally, I see flickers of color sneaking between the huge trunks, but I am almost certain it is my eyes playing tricks on me.
For now I will continue to camp, observe, and sketch until I collect enough courage to see what is inside the white woods.

Up Ahead. Time for Bed.

2010-01-14T20:30:00.000-08:00

After spending a few days here I have made a discovery. In the distance I can finally see something other than the night sky's desert sand. I am still a long walk away, but there seems to be a forest ahead. All the trees are clean white. It is hard to tell how tall the trees are since I am still a good distance away, but I get the feeling they are bigger than any tree I have seen back on Earth. It seems that I landed on the complete opposite side of the planet as this forest I am approaching. It also seems that this forest may be the only form of any life that exists on this planet called Mirador. So, I guess my plan is to rest up so I can explore this forest tomorrow with a fresh mind. Goodnight Mirador.

And So It Begins ...

2010-01-10T18:00:00.000-08:00

I have landed! Finally, I made it to my first destination!

This planet is pretty big, and rather sparse. Its like a desert here, but the ground is a strange purplish, blueish, blackish color, almost like it reflects the dark night sky. The complete lack of light pollution makes this place great to lay on your back and stare at the stars. Plus, the soil is amazingly soft! It is like the finest sand you can imagine. One thing that has particularly caught my interest is an eerie stillness that hangs over everything. It is eerie, but strangely comforting, it is going to be a great night's sleep! I have not met any living creatures yet, and from what fellow travelers say no one really lives here, they just visit. The maps say this planet is called Mirador, but everyone I talk to calls it Miracle Mouth. I am not quite sure why, but apparently I will know soon, or at least that is what people tell me.

I am sure as I spend a couple more days here I will have a lot more to talk about. In the mean time check out the new moon cards at my Esty shop!

Happy New Year

2010-01-07T11:14:00.000-08:00

Wow! So it is 2010! I missed the partying due to my travels but I was able to get a good look at that gorgeous blue moon. I decided to take a break from updates the past two weeks because I figured most people wanted to relax and spend time with family and friends, but my journey is still upward and onward.
As some may have noticed, I have been a little obsessed with moons lately. Well, during the holidays I decided to take a break from driving and spend a few days with all the moons around Saturn and Jupiter. A lot of them are huge but some of them are cute, small, and fun to bounce around on. So, of course after some doodling I came up with some small prints.
The little bouncy moons were so much fun, and should be shared with lots of people ... so I decided to put these prints on cards. Funny little moon doodles to share with your friends and family you missed over the holiday season, wished you could have hugged when the clock struck twelve, or want to thank for that awesome gift or meal. Here is a peek ... they will be in my shop soon!

New Moon Schmoon Moon

2009-12-19T10:40:00.000-08:00

My small moon series is now up for sale in my Etsy shop! They are prints I developed from some quick doodles I did while passing some moons on my way out of our solar system. Check them out!

365 million miles down. 15 million light years to go.

2009-12-18T13:39:00.000-08:00

Although it was just a new moon back home, I was able to get some great close ups of some moons during this first leg of my trip! It is amazing how much more colorful things are up close and personal. Here are some sneak peeks of moon prints that will be up for sale soon.

So far my trip is going smoothly, no bumps or bruises yet. But it is definitely taking a lot longer than I planned. I have not even made it to my first destination yet ... space is HUGE! On that note, I should get moving! Before I go, here is a photo of my ride ... I got it used and it is missing a headlight, but who needs headlights in space anyway?

Le Petit Prince

2009-12-14T19:27:00.000-08:00

Now here is a guy who has seen the stars up close and personal! After revisiting The Little Prince's story I have decided it is about time I plan a trip. All this dreaming, doodling, and posting about the moon, the stars, and outer space needs to stop and visiting needs to start! So, over the next few months I will be visiting lots of different planets and sharing my favorites with you. There is so much space out there! Think of all the interesting places I can find! Remember some of the places The Little Prince visited?

I am so excited for my trip! I only hope I can be half as brave and thoughtful as The Little Prince. Also, I hope I get the chance to make some new friends.

Goodnight Moon, see you soon!

Coldnight Moonlight

2009-12-11T19:55:00.000-08:00

Since I have been so interested in the winter's night sky lately I put together a mix of songs that I think go well with icy moonbeams and twinkling stars. Some songs are favorites from the past ten years and others are new loves ...

1. Babys by Bon Iver

2. Mirador by Efterklang

3. 2 Rights Make 1 Wrong by Mogwai

4. Moonchild by M83 (very appropriate names for this mix)

5. Kid A by Radiohead

6. The Moon by The Microphones

7. Cut Up Piano & Xylophone by Fridge

8. Clangour and Flutes by Sin Fang Bous

9. Seoul by Amiina

10. Once A Shiny Morning Puddle by Múm

11. Undo by Björk

12. Gong by Sigur Rós

13. Passing & Galloping by Mice Parade

14. Invisible by Grouper

Wow, I just realized there is a big block of Icelanders from number eight to number twelve. I guess they are just really good at creating cold, nighttime music in Iceland. If you have any or all of these songs I highly recommend you make yourself a play list including your own favorite chilly, sparkly tunes and take it for a midnight drive on some country roads, or even better, for an evening stroll. If you are brave enough to face the cold in person, make sure you have some hot cocoa or a nice warm bourbon waiting for you at home. Keep warm!

Goodnight Moon.

Holiday Craft Sale

2009-12-10T14:23:00.000-08:00

Everyone in and around the Soho area should stop by the Divine Studios to check out the Holiday Craft Sale! Or, if you are not from NYC, grab some friends and make it a day trip! The wonderful works of Sara Smedley will be there and I will be helping out at her booth! It should be a very fun time, and there will be lots of other great artists and crafters showing including Kimberly of chez sucre chez. It is all happening this upcoming Sunday, December 13th from 11am to 6pm.

Want to see my dreams?

2009-12-08T13:03:00.000-08:00

My Etsy shop, EttieOglePress, is up and running! Just three items for now, but more so come soon! Check it out!!!

Fly me to the Moon

2009-12-06T14:02:00.000-08:00

Lately I have been thinking about space, specifically outer space. I think because it is getting dark earlier and earlier each day I have been paying more attention to the moon and stars. Of course I have always admired them, but for this past month or so I have been dreaming about them too. Those planets like Saturn and Jupiter are lucky to have more than one moon. But I fear that if Earth had more than one we would not fully appreciate her beauty, or perhaps take her for granted. A lot of my recent doodles have been about spending time around the moon and the different light you could encounter. Here are some sneak peeks of some prints that I have developed from my doodles:

The three prints that these detail shots come from will be for sale soon. Hopefully I can get my Etsy shop up and running in the next couple days.

Winter Wonderland

2009-12-05T15:03:00.000-08:00

Once upon a time

2009-12-03T19:42:00.000-08:00

there was a starry-eyed girl named Ester Ogle, but she liked to go by Ettie. She was a very curious girl who chose to take an optimistic and romantic approach to life. (If her eyes were not quite so big, she would never be caught without rose colored glasses.) Day dreaming was her favorite way to pass the time, and now she has decided to put her dreams and wishes on paper.

Ettie and I happen to be very close friends (so close one might even say we are one in the same), and I have decided to help her achieve her goal of sharing her dream worlds with others. Because Ettie lacks a certain physical presence she has asked me to relay all of her thoughts and artwork to friends and strangers alike. So here it goes ...