Lauren Eldridge-Murray illustration & design

Alphabet Poster Feature!

2012-02-12T22:55:00.000-08:00

I'm proud and honoured to be featured on a Squidoo lens, by PreciousTreasures.

Please, check out the link!

Illustration Friday - Prepare (Twisted Tales) - the Princess and the Frog

2012-01-13T18:38:00.000-08:00

The Princess and the Frog - the latest edition in the Twisted Tales series.

Nothing could prepare the Princess for what happened after she kissed the frog!!

Twisted Tales - Collection and new website!

2012-01-13T18:32:00.000-08:00

I am proud to announce the start of a brand new website dedicated to to popular 'Twisted Tales' series. The website is still under development but will include stories, games, gifts and of course new information on each fairytale character. More and more characters will pop up - so stay tuned!

www.twistedtales.com.au

Another Baby Portrait - Grace

2012-01-12T16:50:00.000-08:00

Another portrait of my beautiful daughter, Grace.

I am taking custom orders for my portraits, be pet, baby, family member, friend or celebrity!

For enquiries or orders please email me at:

designs_by_lk@yahoo.com.au

More portraits

2012-01-08T16:24:00.001-08:00

David Bowie (as Ziggy Stardust) clothing and stickers
Sean Connery (as James Bond, 007) clothing and stickers

Sean Connery (as James Bond, 007) iPhone and iPod cases

Marilyn Monroe clothing and stickers

Marilyn Monroe iPhone and iPod cases

Celebrity Portrait cards, prints, clothing, stickers and iPhone cases

2012-01-08T15:18:00.000-08:00

These portraits are available for purchase as T-shirts, iPhone and iPod cases, stickers, hoodies, kids clothing and more!

Audrey Hepburn Clothing and Stickers

Audrey Hepburn iPhone/iPod case

Edward Scissorhands clothing and stickers

Edward Scissorhands iPhone and iPod cases

Elvis clothing and stickers

Elvis iPhone and iPod case

James Dean clothing and stickers

Johnny Depp clothing and stickers

Johnny Depp iPhone and iPod cases

Johnny Depp #2 clothing and stickers

Johnny Deoo #2 iPhone and iPod cases

Sheldon Cooper

2011-11-23T21:40:00.001-08:00

Sheldon Cooper at his best. Dr Cooper from TV's 'the Big Bang Theory' with his famous quote 'I'm not insane, my mother had me tested.' is now available as t-shirts and stickers here and as new iPhone cases here. A perfect gift idea for any geek at heart!

Illustration Friday - Vanity

2011-11-23T21:31:00.001-08:00

"Magic Mirror on the Wall - Who is the Fairest of Them All?"

They don't come much more vain then that!

Portraits - Grace

2011-11-23T21:26:00.001-08:00

Two portraits of my daughter, Grace. The first was when she was 12 days old, the other just a few days ago.

Portraits - Bo and Cho

2011-11-23T21:21:00.000-08:00

I have recently been taking orders for custom pet and family portraits. Here is my latests; two gorgeous Shih Tzu dogs named Bo and Cho. All portraits are done charcoal or watercolour. Please email me if you would like to make an order.

Sookie - the Maine Coon cat

2011-10-31T21:35:00.001-07:00

This is Sookie, the latest addition to our family! After the tragic death of our calico cat Abbey (also a rescue cat), my husband and I decided to adopt again. Sookie is 6 years old, and was in desperate need of a loving home. She had been rescued from a house containing over 60 other cats, all in poor health. Sookie was one of the last remaining cats needing a home. Just like her namesake, Sookie is the most affectionate and motherly cat I have ever known. She has settled in beautifully with us, and has even taken to grooming and playing with my 6 month old daughter. This portrait is in charcoal.

Fairytale characters

2011-10-23T22:09:00.000-07:00

The Little Mermaid
Cinderella
Alice in Wonderland

Abbey

2011-10-23T21:55:00.000-07:00

A few months ago our beloved cat Abbey tragically passed away. She was only 2 years old, but contracted a very rare but deadly disease called F.I.P.

This portrait is in loving memory of our dear cat - who will dearly be missed.

Honeybear!

2011-04-07T19:38:00.000-07:00

This cute little teddy bear is my latest design on RedBubble.

You can order prints and cards here

And t-shirts, stickers and kids clothing here

Bond, James Bond

2011-04-07T19:35:00.001-07:00

Daniel Craig, the latest James Bond has now been added to my James Bond collection on RedBubble.

You can order T-shirts, hoodies and stickers here

And prints, posters and cards here

Mermaid

2011-01-18T23:38:00.000-08:00

Another scribbler piece, yes – I’m a little addicted! I thought that this little mermaid looked rather lonely, like she has been waiting for something, or maybe someone for a very long time…

Prints available here

And t-shirts available here

Scribbles

2011-01-15T20:40:00.000-08:00

After discovering the amazing online drawing program, Scribbler I have been very busy doing various 2 minute sketches. Scribbler is so addictive, and gives you a great style...

Here are some of my little scribbles, which you can find as prints and clothing on my RedBubble page.

My cat, Abbey posed for one of my sketches, while the others came straight from my head. I love being able to sketch freely - and as there is no 'undo' or 'eraser' on Scribbler, it keeps me away from temptation!

Hi Cupcake, hi stud-muffin!

2011-01-10T22:19:00.000-08:00

This cute little cartoon is available as cards, and prints from here

And has been hugely popular as T-shirts and stickers, available here

Snow Angels

2011-01-10T21:34:00.001-08:00

As part of an online project, 31 girls in 31 days a group of 25 artists and illustrators from around the world each created their own special Christmas image.

The Assignment:
- To create 25 girls, one girl for each day leading up to Christmas.

This is my character creation, a snow angel. I have done two versions, one in Red and one in white... I wasn't sure which I liked best! The angel's flowing dress was inspired by traditional Celtic costume.

You can find the complete collection of girls here

And you can order cards, stickers, tshirts or prints of my Angel here

What's the Buzz?

2010-12-12T20:35:00.000-08:00

This is one of my most recent illustrations. It is being used on the front cover of a new book and schooling program called 'What's the Buzz?'.

What’s the Buzz? is a unique 16 lesson social skills enrichment programme designed to explicitly teach children how to think and relate to others. It is a lively role-play and play-based programme that targets everyday themes; how to greet, make and keep friends, fit in, read one’s own emotions, read the feelings of others, deal with competition and cope with worry, frustration and disappointment more constructively. It is for children who struggle to make friends, to fit in socially and to smoothly navigate their social and emotional world. What’s the Buzz? has proven particularly helpful for children identified with Asperger syndrome, ADHD, Specific Learning Difficulties, Language Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder and anxiety difficulties.

What’s the Buzz? has been developed by Madhavi Nawana Parker and Mark Le Messurier and the book has recently been released internationally by the Routledge Taylor and Francis Group
(www.routledge.com), UK.

For more information on What's the Buzz? please visit their website www.whatsthebuzz.net.au (coming very soon!)

Sketches

2010-12-12T20:25:00.000-08:00

Some images from my personal sketchbook. Featuring a little singing scarecrow, who just couldn't keep the birds away!

Hungry Sinclair

2010-11-21T18:58:00.000-08:00

The very first book I illustrated, 'Hungry Sinclair' has had interest from various distributors and will soon be available wherever books are sold. Keep an eye out for him!
Sinclair also has his very own website!! Here you will find trivia, articles and more on the beloved book! Visit him at:

www.hungrysinclair.blogspot.com

A little mermaid

2010-09-07T22:40:00.001-07:00

This is a draft illustration for a new story I am illustrating. I really like this character and look forward to illustrating more with her.

More Portraits

2010-08-05T04:33:00.001-07:00

Some more hand painted portraits, done in various mediums. Above are Michael Wincott as Top Dollar in the movie 'the Crow', Geoffry Rush as Captain Barbossa, Gary Oldman as count Dracula and David Bowie.

Portraits

2010-08-05T04:09:00.000-07:00

I have done various celebrity portraits, as well as ones of people's loved ones. I have done various portraits including Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Michael Wincott, Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Depp, Ian McEllen and many more. I am always happy to accept custom portrait orders!

Pin-Up Art

2010-08-02T00:19:00.000-07:00

Pin-up art and cartoons are certainly coming back in vogue. I thought I would give the style a go!

Murdoch Hll Wines Logo

2010-08-01T17:31:00.000-07:00

This is a logo that I worked on with illustrator, Roger Roberts.

Because we're living in a material world...

2010-07-29T00:37:00.001-07:00

This is an illustration I created a few years ago, for a TAFE fashion parade. The theme 'Material World' inspired me to experiment with a collage of fabric and create the model pictured. I was quite happy with the result!

Multiplication Table Poster

2010-07-26T04:05:00.001-07:00

You can order posters, stickers, cards and T-shirt prints of this here

The Fisherman's daughter

2010-07-26T03:45:00.001-07:00

This is an illustration from my new illustrated Children's book, 'the Fisherman's Daughter'.

Illustration Friday - Breakfast

2010-07-21T23:25:00.000-07:00

The theme for 'Illustration Friday' this week is 'Breakfast'. My cat Abbey always enjoys having breakfast with me!

Handbag Butler

2010-07-21T04:50:00.000-07:00

This was a commissioned illustration to promote a new product called 'Handbag Butler'.

More Twisted Tales

2010-07-21T04:17:00.000-07:00

Cinderella and the Wizard of OZ. Here are the 'Twisted Tales' version. There will be more to come so stay tuned!! At the moment I am fascinated with the Japanese 'Lolita' fashion. I love designing Lolita costumes for my illustration, and it works so well with the fairytale theme as well! I am currently writing a book for each of my Fairytale characters, starting with the Little Mermaid.

Cheeky Monkey Birthday!

2010-07-21T00:12:00.001-07:00

This gorgeous invitation has been specially designed for your cheeky monkey's birthday! For your custom order, please contact me.

Hungry Sinclair

2010-07-21T00:05:00.001-07:00

These illustration can be found in the new Children's book; 'Hungry Sinclair' by Paul van de Loo. Hungry Sinclair is a story about a little Australian Ringtail Possum living in the outback forrest. For more information on Hungry Sinclair, or to place an order please contact me.

Alphabet Poster

2010-07-15T21:16:00.000-07:00

This poster was created for use in schools, nurseries and homes. To order prints please contact Lauren on lauren_eldridgemurray@ymail.com

Twisted Tales - Alice in Wonderland & Little Red Riding Hood

2010-04-22T23:05:00.000-07:00

These are the first two images for my new ‘Twisted Tales’ series of illustrations. Pictured, of course is Alice in Wonderland and Little Red. I wanted to give a new edge to some classic fairy tale characters, rather than show them as they have been shown again and again and again. I will be doing some more characters soon – watch this space!

Engagement Invitation

2010-04-22T22:36:00.000-07:00

This a template invitation that would work beautifully for a anniversary, birthday, wedding or any special occasion. It is available in a range of colours, and all text will be custom suited to the occasion. Contact me via email if you would like to place an order!

Welcome!

2010-04-21T18:21:00.000-07:00

You have reached Lauren Eldridge-Murray's illustration and design blogsite. Here you will find her latest samples of graphic design and illustration artwork. If you require any design or illustration work, please don't hesitate to contact her on:

lauren_eldridgemurray@ymail.com

Enjoy!