Friday, October 15, 2010

Focus On... Eliza Frye! {And A Giveaway!}

I first came across Eliza Frye when I searching etsy for interesting, modern unicorn art. I found Roping, the first piece below and fell in love. I have it now, framed and hanging in my bedroom and it makes me happy every time I see it. For those of you who have read the Wicked books, it reminds me of Elphaba - though she's never described as riding a unicorn, I could see that happening. Eliza is an extremely talented artist who has also proven to be quite generous! Read on for the interview and giveaway!


Tell me some basic info about yourself.




Hi! My name is Eliza Frye and I'm a graphic novelist, illustrator and exhibiting artist. My work focuses on exploring expression through suggestion and negative space. Every piece has a secret to tell, just not out loud. I also own Miss Scarlet in the Parlor, an art gallery in Echo Park and teach animation at Inner-City Arts through Calarts' Community Arts Partnership.

{roping}

What kind of mediums do you use and why?
I work mainly in gouache because it has all the benefits of watercolor, but with more options in terms of opacity and layering. It's a very versatile medium.

{the forlorn butcher}

What made you decide to sell on etsy?
I hear it's what all the cool kids are doing these days.
Where do you get your inspiration?
I'm most inspired by my friends and music. A good pair of headphones can always cure creative block.
What is your favorite music to craft by?
It depends on the project. Recently I've been working on a graphic novel about mermaids and have been bumping a lot of Crystal Castles, Janelle Monae, and Jackson and His Computer Band.

{the usual fellow}

When it's cold outside...
it's time to put on a Russian fur hat and drink some more tea.

{call me kat notecard}

When I'm hungry...
whatever happens I'd like it to end with frozen yogurt.

{unicorn rider}

When I need a boost...
I put on a one piece and tall leather boots. It's usually more like a kick in the ass though.

{the prettiest mare anywhere notecard}

I wish I was/were...
able to dress like a superhero all the time.

{fawn}

If I could give one gift to everyone I know, it would be...
some money. This economy sucks.

{cigar box beauty}

If I could have coffee with anyone, it would be...
Lady Gaga, though I hear she drinks tea.

{monkey bars}

If you were an animal, what would you be?
I am an animal.

{hand of death}






What's your favorite piece of your own?
My favorite painting of my own is probably "Cold Blood." I'd like to do more with nose bleeds.








What are your favorite blogs/websites right now?
I'm addicted to both Hark! A Vagrant and Pictures for Sad Children.

You can find Eliza 
at her website
on her blog
on twitter
on facebook
and of course, on etsy!

Eliza has very generously offered to give away her original painting, Fawn, to one lucky winner!



- To be eligible for entry, you must be a follower of my blog through google friend connect or through your preferred RSS reader. -
- Make sure you leave me a way to contact you if you win. -
- Please leave separate comments for each entry. - 

First entry (mandatory):
Head over to Eliza Frye and tell me your favorite item!

Extra entries (optional):
- Heart Eliza Frye on Etsy.
- Sign up for Eliza's mailing list.
- Become Eliza's friend on Facebook.
- Sign up for the Kate and Oli mailing list.
- Follow me on Twitter, tweet about this giveaway and leave me the link.
- Add my button to your blog.
- Blog about this giveaway and leave me the link. 

Fine print: Giveaway begins when it is posted and ends at 11:59pm pacific standard time October 23, 2010. A winner will be selected by a random number generator on October 24, 2010 and will be emailed promptly. Eliza will ship anywhere in the world!

51 comments:

  1. My fave Eliza print is The Forlorn Butcher (http://goo.gl/W4k2). The blood on his apron is, well...strangely beautiful, and that face just tugs at my heart.

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  2. Oops, I'm at kellypster_at_gmail.com.

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  3. unicorn rider is my favorite!


    beeyum@ymail.com

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  4. Magic Everywhere by Eliza Frye Minicomic with Hand Screen Printed Cover is my favorite.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  5. I heart her shop on Etsy (houseofplush).

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  6. I signed up for Eliza's mailing list.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  7. I sent Eliza a friend request on FB (Suzanne Gregg).

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  8. I follow Eliza on Twitter @kiddo47.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  9. I'm on the Kate and Oli mailing list.

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  10. I like Kate and Oli on FB (Suzanne Gregg).

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  11. I have a button on my blog.

    http://kiddomerriweather.blogspot.com/2009/01/links.html

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  12. Follow you on Twitter @kiddo47 and tweeted.

    http://twitter.com/kiddo47/status/27462733896

    kiddomsg at gmail dot com

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  13. oh, eliza! I love everything she does! : D You're making me choose a favorite? RAVENOUS is one of my faves (among many!) I already heart Eliza on etsy, follow her on twitter, and get her email list : D

    i posted this interview up on the girls drawin girls facebook page too, since she's a member of GDG!

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  14. FEDORA original watercolor is my fav!
    susanerios at hotmail.com

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  15. FB fan of Kate and Oli
    susanerios at hotmail.com

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  16. My favourite item is the FEDORA original watercolor illustration :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  17. signed up for Eliza's mailing list :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  18. friended her on Facebook :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  19. signed up your mailing list :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  20. became a fan on your Facebook page as Alvin Darmawan :)

    alvin_darmawan@hotmail.com

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  21. I love The Prettiest Mare, such beautiful work!

    capowcapow@gmail.com

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  22. and I liked Kate & Oli on facebook as crystal powell

    capowcapow@gmail.com

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  23. and I followed Elize Frye on twitter as @capowcapow

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  24. AND hearted her on etsy as capow :)

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  25. Hello my favorite is it Feels Nice short stories because I love your artwork and love short stories you make everything so interesting and captivating - Thank You. I also have a shop on etsy www.etsy.com/shop/PrettySylliThings - check it out!

    Prettysylli@gmail.com

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  26. I also sent a friend request on facebook - Sylvia Ford!

    Prettysylli@gmail.com

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  27. I am really liking HIDDEN MEDUSA love the colors.

    malmort01 at optonline net

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  28. I want to be her friend on FB
    malinda mortell

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  29. The Forlorn Butcher is awesome!!
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  30. i <3 her etsy shop!
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  31. I signed up for the mailing list!
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  32. I sent Eliza a FB friend request!
    April P
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  33. I follow Eliza on twitter
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  34. I signed up for your mailing list
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  35. I like you on FB
    April P
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  36. Blogged!
    http://beeluckymama.blogspot.com/2010/10/another-gorgeous-print-giveaway-ends.html
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  37. Tweet!
    http://twitter.com/MommyTrenches/status/27841496238
    mommytrenches at gmail dot com

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  38. So much talent in one spot!!! I love everything
    http://www.etsy.com/listing/52625810/black-bird-original-comic-art-by-eliza
    especially this ^^^^
    earthdancedaph@yahoo.com

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  39. i lovelove her art! one of my faves is rabbit heart.
    thanks!
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  40. i heart her on etsy (maestramami)
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  41. i like her on facebook (wren nelson)
    thanks
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  42. i twitter follow her @mamipdx
    thanks!
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  43. i signed up for her mailing.
    thanks!
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  44. i signed up for your emails.
    thanks!
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  45. i tweeted:
    http://twitter.com/mamipdx/status/28443128549
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  46. i follow you on twitter @mamipdx
    thanks
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  47. i like you on facebook (wren nelson)
    thanks
    shenais
    divertida at fastmail dot fm

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  48. THE USUAL FELLOW Fine Art Print by Eliza Frye is my favorite.

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  49. I hearted her shop (eclairre at Etsy)

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