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Celine

only just a little strange.

About Me






Hi, my name is Celine and yep, I'm an artist. :D

I really like to draw things, babies and half naked winged people, more often than not all together. I've officially begun to sell my art and take commissions in the fall of 2006. This is a sample of my artwork:

You can find more of my work, as well as a prints and cards for sale on ~~ PurpleTopHat.com

I'm also on Livejournal as purpletophat!

Etsy: Your place to buy & sell all things handmade
purpletophat.etsy.com

Want to support your purple loving artist? Here's the handy-dandy myspace code for my banner. Just copy and paste onto your profile. Thank you!



♥Also, check my calendar for upcoming events and shows!

My Interests

Drawing, my wacom tablet, fantasy art, top hats, mythology, snapping pictures, manga, music, cooking, organic living & organic foods

I'd like to meet:

Interdimensional mystical warriors. The Buddha. Ye olde Madhouse fans. :D :D Artists, creative people and those who love them, come forth!

Music:

Music is the lifeblood of my art~~ Conjure One, Poe, NIN, Niyaz, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Nomads, Rob Dougan, Sarah Brightman, Frou Frou, Poe, Imogen Heap, Nitin Sawhney, Mylène Farmer, Billy Idol, Balligomingo, Chris Spheeris, Karunesh, Esthero, Enigma, E Nomine, U2, Within Temptation, Chemical Brothers, Christina Aguilera, Patrick Doyle, Nomads, Gwen Stefani, Edith Piaf, Morcheeba, Pink Martini, Groove Armada, Robert Miles, MC Solaar, Juno Reactor, Hilary Duff, Muse, Garbage, Texas, Tina Turner, the Killers, Collide, Alabina, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Thievery Corporation, BT, Urban Myth Club, Ceseria Evora, H.I.M., Sneaker Pimps, Garou, Vanessa Paradis, Anggun, Gotan Project, VAST, Bhangra tunes

Movies:

Amélie, Gladiator, Bend it like Beckham, Ever After, Batman Begins, Bride &; Prejudice, Pirates of the Caribbean, Lilo &; Stitch, Leon (The Professional), Kill Bill, Soldier's Girl, Crash, the Princess Bride, Dirty Dancing (my guiltiest pleasure of all :D), the Indiana Jones movies, Moulin Rouge, the City of Lost Children, 28 Days Later, the Prestige, the Black Stallion, V for Vendetta, Pan..s Labyrinth, I am Legend...

Television:

Sandokan. It's a really old Italian TV series about a pirate in Malaysia in the 1800s. It's boooful.

Dexter, Buffy, Supernatural, Lois & Clark, Veronica Mars, Sex & the City and, dare I admit it Married with Children. Couldn't stop watching it.

I tend to stay away from reality TV, with notable exceptions such as Project Runway and So you think you can dance?

Yes, I am a Dragonball fan. I also enjoy Princess Tutu. :D

Books:

Fiction: Harry Potter, Angélique Marquise des Anges, Diana Wynne Jones novels

Non Fiction: "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron

Comics: lots and lots and lots of manga, including but not limited to Dragonball, Hellsing, Saint Seiya, Furuba, Hanazakari no Kimi tachi e, Our Field of Dreams, DNAngel, Shadow Lady...

Heroes:

My folks. My grandparents too.

My Blog

March Updates ~ Commissions

Oh wow, it feels so great to not be sick anymore. I was knocked FLAT on my back for nearly two weeks, and I can’t say I’m too keen on repeating the experience any time soon. There’s...
Posted by Celine on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 10:42:00 PST

January stuffs: Birthday+New art+Show!

(Fr: Ben zut alors, j'ai oublié de cocher la bonne case XD--enfin bref, j'ai 29 balais, et ce depuis le 16 janvier.... Et comme je suis paresseuse; je vais résumer ce bulletin en quelques mots: miam g...
Posted by Celine on Sat, 19 Jan 2008 10:37:00 PST

Holiday fun in Miami Beach+Christmas presents+Art=Yay

2007 is drawing to an end. Already. It's been a year of growth and discovery for me--my artwork is maturing, I've done over ten shows in about 15 months of official business, got my stuff in half...
Posted by Celine on Sun, 30 Dec 2007 03:41:00 PST

Solo show on Saturday the 15th! Show lineup for December!

1. Saturday, December 15th: Art Walk at the Goddess Store 7:00pm-10:00pm SOLO show! Sort of a last minute thing, but please come see me. I get to fill up the whole gallery with my stuff. As usual, t...
Posted by Celine on Wed, 12 Dec 2007 05:13:00 PST

Etsy store!

>>>purpletophat.etsy.com Okay, so I gave in and opened my little Etsy store like the other cool kids. =D. It's going to carry mini matted prints, cards, etc. Everything else, of course, will...
Posted by Celine on Tue, 27 Nov 2007 06:58:00 PST

November Art Walk in Hollywood, FL. Come see me!

Stabrula and I will be showing and selling our artwork at the gallery of the Goddess Store and Studio this coming Saturday, from 7 pm to 10 pm.  Come see us, there will be free win...
Posted by Celine on Mon, 12 Nov 2007 09:42:00 PST

Happy Halloween from Purpletophat.com

So my home has been without internet for the past few weeks, but that doesn't mean I've been idle! I've been working on a new Halloween inspired piece, and I'm very happy to present it here today. :D ...
Posted by Celine on Wed, 31 Oct 2007 05:58:00 PST

Art Walk in Long Beach today, 07-14-07

Last minute update: I was not expecting this, but it turns out I willbe showing my art today in Long Beach, CA at the Second SaturdayArtwalk! If you're in the area, please stop by. I have a booth, and...
Posted by Celine on Sat, 14 Jul 2007 11:57:00 PST

GAH. Near death experience in doodles.

So I nearly died on the highway yesterday. I live, thankfully. Nothing is broken and my car's still driveable but wooow. Since I could do little today but lie about in relative pain, I thought I'...
Posted by Celine on Sun, 24 Jun 2007 06:44:00 PST

Happy Birthday to purpletophat.com + Site Updates!

And Happy First Day of Summer to everybody else. ^_^ First off, allow me to direct you to the updates. I have new sketch prints and a little collection of angel designs called the "Heart Suite" availa...
Posted by Celine on Thu, 21 Jun 2007 08:53:00 PST