Ewan McGregor

I was quite happy with this last night. Until I spotted a few flaws, some of which work, others, I'm not sure about. I think the ball needs a bit more, so I might work on that. His face is lop sided but I think that works, just about... so I'm leaving that.

Robbie Williams commission

This was a picture I was asked to do a while ago. I did modify the likeness of Robbie after I copied it, but forgot to scan it again before I gave it to the client.

BOXING DAY SOCCER SALES

Last day today for Boxing day sales. Soccer boots have 15% off regular prices, including 2008-09 models from all brands like Adidas, Nike, Puma, Diadora and many others. Mens Tracksuits and Womens apparel have up to 40% off on some items.

Sales and discounts have been applied all around North America Sports inventory, so visit us for great deals on everything soccer, including official club merchandise, soccer player equipment, goalkeeper gear and coaching equipment.

Call us for our hours during Boxing day at 604-299-1721

Manchester United wins FIFA Club World Cup

Manchester United wins FIFA Club World Cup

Wayne Rooney scored lately in the second half to lead ten man Manchester United to a 1-0 win over Ecuador's Liga de Quito in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup.Manchester United was the better side throughout a good deal of the match and Rooney's goal even arrived twenty-four minutes after Nemanja Vidic was sent off for elbowing LDU Quito striker Claudio Bieler in the face.
Cristiano Ronaldo, was a constant threat for LDU Quito's and send a perfect pass to Wayne Rooney for the winning goal.
Manchester United became the first club from England to winn the Club World Cup after Liverpool's failure in 2005 when Brazil's Sao Paulo beat them 1-0.

The saga continues:Ronaldo-Real

The saga continues:Ronaldo-Real

Spanish media strikes again: Cristiano Ronaldo is staying at Manchester United for the end of this season,but in the background of the secret agreement is that Cristiano will moved to Real Madrid next summer.
Spanish newspaper El Mundo reported that it came to the statement of one of the people who are very close to the President of Real Ramon Calderon.Bernabeu director Pedro Trapote stated after the game with Barcelona that Ronaldo’s move into the royal club is only a matter of time."If you ask me, what do we do now, in times of crisis, I would tell you that we have already signed the best player in the world," said Trapote, but his words were followed by a question he might think the Portuguese at Old Trafford. Trapote replied: "The best of the best! It is Cristiano, there is no other"“It is best to not say anything because there are some clauses that prevent us from announcing it now. For us it would be a good time, but we should not do that. But it is not bad, eh?”Manchester United already responded and strongly denied an arrangement with Real Madrid to sell Cristiano at the end of the season, BBC informed.

Halle Berry -completed

Well, this probably could technically be called the "end on the week! Finally finished another celebrity. I'm really pleased with this one, that's not to say there aren't things I wouldn't improve! I'm finding painting in the evening very difficult due to light quality. I need to get a daylight lamp -probably in the new year!

My last commission was finished on Tuesday, collected on Wednesday, client very happy with it - always my main aim. I've decided I need to charge a little more as all the prep work is taking time, especially where there are multiple people and special objects required.

CHRISTMAS SALE ITEMS THIS WEEK DEC 15TH

For the Holidays, official nike & puma national team shirts for Brasil, Portugal, Italy, England, and various others are on sale for stocking stuffers at $14.98.

We currently also have a sales sections with items at $14.98, $24.98 and $35.98. Items in the sections include nike dri fit soccer practice jerseys, official national team shorts, puma soccer sock bundles and various fun soccer supporter tshirts.

Latest Commission

Finally a picture to post. This was done for today, so I'm allowed to publish without fear of ruining the surprise. It took a few attempts to find the right arrangement for the various elements but I think I managed to strike the right balance. The bike was a bit frustrating, I kept having to move it and redraw it, and the handlebars just didn't look symmetrical. I was really pleased with the sea, especially to the right of the skateboarder.

I've one more commission to finish then it's back to the celebrities.Who knows I might get Halle Berry finished before the week is out.

2009 British Club & International Calendars In Stock for Holidays

2009 Soccer Calendars are now in stock for stocking stuffers! English Premier Club and International teams are available, such as Celtic, Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Rangers. Individual players C.Ronaldo of Manchester United and David Beckham of the LA Galaxy also in stock.

Halle Berry stage one

Spent a little bit of time finishing off the outline sketch of Halle Berry. This was after I finished one of my commission pictures, for a birthday next week. I felt it was time I posted a caricature as I haven't posted any for nearly 2 weeks. Now I've got to paint it.

Not quitting yet!

I know I haven't posted for a while, I'm not quitting. Just working on 2 commissions, with a third in the pipeline! Great to have some work at last! I've started a picture of Halle Berry which I'll post once my deadlines are met and I've finished her.

Cristiano Ronaldo wins Ballon d'Or

A Dream Come True
Cristiano Ronaldo won another award, this time Ballon d'Or award, which is given by the magazine France Football.Cristiano was called as Kaka's successor on Tuesday morning and is the first Portuguese after Luis Figo(2000) to win the desirable Ballon d'Or award.
On Sunday Cristiano was introduced with the Ballon d'Or award(golden ball) on a TV ceremonial in Paris and admitted it embodied a dream come true.

“''It's a dream I've had since I was younger, I've always dreamed about winning it one day.”he stated for the magazine.

NIKE BRASIL, PORTUGAL, HOLLAND & CROATIA JACKETS ON SALE AT $59.98

Official Nike Jackets for Croatia, Portugal, Holland and Brasil are on now sale at $59.98 as well for the Holiday Season.

OFFICIAL NATIONAL TEAM ADIDAS TRACKSUITS NOW ON SALE FOR HOLIDAY SEASON

The New Official International tracksuits from Adidas for 2008/09 for European Champions Spain, France, Germany and Argentina are now on sale during the North America Sports Holiday Season for $124.98, while sizes are available.

NEW AS ROMA 2008/09 KAPPA HOME & AWAY JERSEYS ARRIVED

The new official & authentic 2008 2009 AS Roma jerseys by Kappa are now in stock. Home and Away jerseys in adult sizes Large, XL and XXL are available.

EXTENDED CHRISTMAS HOURS BEGIN SUNDAY DEC 21

Extended Christmas hours begin Sunday December 21 and are as follows:

Sunday December 21 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Mon December 22 - 09:30 am to 7:00 pm
Tues December 23 - 09:30 am to 7:00 pm
Weds December 24 - 09:30 am to 4:00 pm
Thurs December 25 - Closed
BOXING DAY BLOWOUT*
*Fri December 26 - 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
*Sat December 27 - 09:30 am to 5:30 pm
Sun December 28 - Closed
Mon December 29 - 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Tue December 30 - 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
Wed December 31 - 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Thur January 1 - Closed
Fri January 2 - 9:30 am to 6:00 pm

CHRISTMAS SALES ARE HERE!

With the Christmas Holidays now here, North America Sports is prepared with great stocking stuffers and great soccer equipment on sale for the soccer player on your list.

Soccer Sales include:

-Thermal Bench Jackets Adidas 2007 for AC Milan, Real Madrid at $89.98
-Authentic Club & International Jerseys 2007 Season at $49.98
-Puma Soccer Socks in assorted colors
-Youth Soccer Shoes in assorted sizes for $25
-Adult Soccer Shoes in various sizes for $50
-Diadora Raingear at $25
-Tee Shirts & Odd Soccer Clothing at $14.98

The North America Sports Christmas Sale runs right to December 24, 2008. Our updated Christmas Hours are now up on NorthAmericaSports.com!

Oil painting

No caricatures today. I've been experimenting with oils over the past few days, trying palette knives on a picture of an eagle for my daughter - she likes wildlife. Struggling to stop and leave it alone, still want to fiddle and get the same effect as I can with brushes. Generally struggling to get a more refined effect, but maybe I shouldn't be with a knife, perhaps crude is the way to go. It certainly give a more spontaneous effect. This is the virtually finished effect. I need to define the beak some more but it's quite effective. Definitely a distance picture! More practice needed...

I've started a caricature of Halle Berry, need to ink up and paint. Life is so hectic at the moment with children's activities I'm struggling to get many caricatures done. I'm managing some outdoor sketching, mainly buildings. I'm also wanting to explore the oils more, but not necessarily caricatures.