Begonia’s Sister and 2015 show lineup!

This little lady was created in the month of December in 2014

Graphite on 14 X 17 recycled bristol

The process can be seen on instagram! @April_Alayne

Prints will for sale for a limited time on my Etsy Shop

2014 was an AMAZING YEAR. And I can not thank you all enough for the support. I can’t wait for this new year and what it possibly may bring!

Big changes are happening to the site! So keep posted! I will have a working shop/ checkout and will be giving this whole site a face lift so stay tuned!

My Facebook page will let you in on all the stops and places I am going this year but here is a rundown of what I have so far!  I would love to meet you.

Jan  15-16  DC tattoo expo

Feb 13-15 Philly tattoo con

March – eep? maybe 19-22 Chicago tattoo con   but probably not.

                                                                         April 10-12 Baltimore tattoo con

                                                                                  18-19 Arlington art festa(?)

                                                                                   23-26 C2E2

                                                                         May 6-10 WW Philly

                                                                                14-16 Atlantic city Comic con( if I get in)

                                                                                21 – 24 Denver Comic Con (if I can afford it)

                                                                                29- 31 DC Awesome Con

                                                                      June 5-7 Frederick Art Fest ( if i get in)

                                                                               18- 21  NC Heros Con

                                                                     July 17-16 Baltimore ARTSCAPE

                                                                              31- aug 2 Richmond WW

                                                                    August

                                                                             13-16 WildWood NJ tattoo con OR Mt Grenta Fine art show (if I get in)

                                                                             19-23 Chicago WW

                                                                  September 25- 27 Bmore Comic Con

                                                                  October 7 – 11 New York Comic Con ( if I get in- cross your fingers for me!)

Come say hi friends! If you have any other show you would like to meet me at please feel free to share

Coasters are here! And just in time for the holidays.

A handmade coaster with original Artwork by April Alayne available just in time for the holidays!

This coaster is handmade by April herself and by hired local crafters in her neighborhood.
Each coaster is carefully put together with love and care! And each coaster purchased helps an independent artist be employed for the season.

These ceramic coasters are 4.5 X 4.5 inches and sealed with a protective coating. The backs are hand cut soft 100% black polyester felt and provide a cushion and non scratch backing to protect your table tops.

These coasters make a wonderful gift and recommended in sets of 4! You can have a nautical theme, a beard theme, a woodland theme or simply pick your favorites for you or family and friends. They make an interesting conversation piece and a unique collection for your home.

Limited supply!

Available in my Etsy shop!

Medusa

My Medusa.

With fungus, heather, and black roses pouring from her neck she ties in with my floriography girls.
about 50/60 hours of work.

Materials: 14 X 17 bristol, and a mechanical pencil.

Prints available on Etsy

Thanks for taking a look!

You can find me here next:

Tales of the Wild

This is a commissioned piece I have completed for a delightful company in Vancouver.

Tales of the Wild

A company I have worked with in the past.

Their store is about as wonderful and charming as the family behind it. 

After completing the above piece they asked me to create something for their Woodsman natural product line and I happily agreed.

The tools I used.

The start.

Reworked the face

really got in there

hello Mr. Owl

Caught in the act

And with a little help this bearded stud was born in August.

Hello Sailor!

Hey folks it has been a while! I have finished another bearded gent to add to my collection!

It will be a hectic month this September and here is where you can meet me and other amazing talents this month.

Newest illustration to the beard collection “Sailors Beard”

Original illustration by April Alayne. 

This sexy sailor was created with a  .5 and . 7 mechanical pencil on recycled bristol. He took about 2 and a half days to complete. Original for sale. Contact me for serious inquiries. 

Prints are available on Etsy and you can follow progress on my Facebook or Instagram 

I just got back for Wildwood NJ from the Beach Bash Villain Arts puts on and it was a great show! 

You can find me at these shows coming up in September!

I WILL SEE YOU AT THE SHOW! 

Thank you for taking a look.

Here is a sneak peek of a commissioned piece for a Botanical company in Vancouver called Tales of the Wild

 

Dreamers

This is a rough edit of my new illustration “Dreamers”

Like the ones before they were created with a mechanical pencil on bristol. Nothing fancy.

 

Pre-Order HERE!

AlwaysApril.Etsy.com!

Sneak peak of the WIP

Follow the process on Instagram

@April_ Alayne

Come say hello!

I will be at ARTSCAPE in Baltimore, Md, July 19 – 21

Wildwood Beach Bash in NJ, August 15 -17

Baltimore Comic Con, MD, September 5-7

United Ink Tour, NY, September 12-14

Dark Horse

The newest illustration is ready for your viewing pleasure.

I call this piece “Dark Horse” Heavily inspired by floriography…and maybe that Katy Perry song…

Below is a gallery of my process of this piece. I update on Instagram 

Prints will be made and ready to ship at the end of the week!

Buy her now here!

AlwaysApril.Etsy.com

Thanks for looking.

Always,

April

Again if you would like to use my piece as your new ink, please purchase the print for the rights, research your artist thoroughly and please share! I would love to see!

BOGO art prints.

Now through mother’s day (also my birthday day!) buy one print and get another of your choice FOR FREE!

I am having this sale to help me get to ARTSCAPE , one of the largest art festivals on the east coast.
Having trying to get in for 4 years this year I finally got in!! I plan to have a whole new look and display to make shopping easier for my new friends.

Please head on over to AlwaysApril.Etsy.com to pick up your new art prints.
If you are a fan of the art but do not wish to own prints but would like to help out simply spread the word! That would be the best of help.

Now if you are feeling extra sassy there is a little piggy donate button to the right of my website, any little bit helps.

If you would like to shop locally I will be at the DC Meet Market for Pride Week!

Here are new things  I am working on for you all!

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 I am in the process of listing all my illustration pendants and lockets on Etsy!

 I hope soon to follow with all my handmade rings… I should probably get a manicure before that though.

But as always, thank you all so very much for the love! I am so fortunate to be doing my own thing and I owe it all to you! win

Hey folks! Time for an ART SALE

 

I am having a sale! 

Hurry on over to AlwaysApril to get your art prints for mothers day!

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE! you heard that right folks!

When checking out with the one print you would like simply convo me the other you desire.

I have been creating all sorts of goodies and going all over the place to get a chance to meet you!

And now that I got accepted into ARTSCAPE I could use your support more then ever!

Keep the art alive!

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Baltimore Tattoo Convention 2014

Cyber Monday! Oh Boy!

What does today mean?

Today means I will give you 10 % off your purchase using coupon code CYBERMONDAY ! Hooray!

So head on over to Thread Over Heels or Always April where you can purchase new goodies for the holidays with ten percent off!

New goodies like these for you or your friends and family!

Original: Available Prints: N/A

Nothing is more special than something that is handmade and created by a small business.

Shop smart and give uniquely this holiday.

HAPPY SHOPPING