OOPSY DAISY WORLD MAP.
April 8, 2008
Oopsy Daisy Fine Art for Kids commissioned a world map in my poster-fabric-stitched style. The map size would be printed roughly 3×4 feet and as a larger mural. The client wanted it to have the same learning emphasis as the ABC’s, sharing cultures, animals+plant life, traditions, food, sports, landmarks, history, etc–all with kid-spirit in mind. The research took 3-4 weeks, but I loved that part! I used my own research photos when possible (and friends’) and the internet for the rest. As in the alphabet, I had a list of way TOO many ideas and had to widdle it down, keeping a good balance throughout the world.
My finished sketch for the client:
I have to admit, because I was going to create this map out of fabric, I was a little nervous to start…But as soon as I dove in, I had so much fun. I created each icon by collaging fabric scraps and adding details with stitching. I scanned each piece separately, cleaned them up, and sometimes altered colors and patterns. Here are two finished icons with the research I used:
After finishing several icons, I made this VERY rough color sketch for the client:
The rest was a marathon. Fabric scraps covered my studio, and I was covered in strands of colored thread for a couple weeks solid.
By the time I finished all the icons, I painted the continents to give them a more textured feel and created a water pattern for the oceans. Add in lettering (a nice mix of font, hand-lettered and fabric-cut title), and you have the finished map:
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July 15th, 2008 at 1:30 pm
I love this, what a masterpiece! I wish I could see it closer. You are a very talented artist. I love that you took something like your lazy eye, which I’m sure as a child caused you pain and suffering from your peers (kids are cruel sometimes) and turned it into a positive fun experience. I love all of your fun pieces of art, they are very inspirational to me. Keep following your *eye* and your heart, we will follow :0)
Thank you for doing what you do,
Rowan Willow {artist/alter ego}
aka Tiffany
April 10th, 2009 at 5:27 am
a successful attempt and a wonderful outcome for the maps u hav designed. the language to kids well applied in the graphics. i truly admire it.
thanks. n all the best
February 16th, 2010 at 4:58 am
What a wonderful map with such a whimsical style! The fabric pieces must be tiny. I am curious if you attached them with something like Wonder Under?
February 16th, 2010 at 9:59 pm
hey Anne, thanks! so glad you like it. well, this map is a digital reproduction on canvas. the original was compiled digitally as a photoshop file. i made each “piece” kinda big…6x8inches, yes with wonder under used liked a glue stick in collaging, then free machine stitching, then scanning and playing in photoshop. gotta love that wonder under!
March 3rd, 2010 at 7:27 am
How wonderful! I love busy illustrations!
October 28th, 2010 at 8:56 pm
Hi, I like this map. Do you sell it ? If you do, how much is it? Please advise. Thanks a lot.
October 30th, 2010 at 7:50 am
hi Evelyn, so happy you like the map. i do have it for sale in my shop, in different sizes and with or without personalization. the printing is of highest quality on canvas. it is available as a mural:
http://dancingelephantstudio.com/visualart/for-sale/oopsy-daisy-fine-art-for-kids-murals/
and as a stretched canvas.
http://dancingelephantstudio.com/visualart/for-sale/product-department/
hope this helps! let me know if you have any more questions.
January 16th, 2011 at 5:34 am
Wow, So cute!! I wish this was a fabric panel I could buy. It would be great as a baby blanket!! You are very talented.
July 21st, 2011 at 8:52 am
I LOVE IT ALL!!!!!!! I wish I had more walls!!!! you are a true inspiration, thank you for all of your work and dedication!!! we spoke over the phone a week or so ago, I ordered the “Exploring the World form A to Z” mural. I know I will love it, when I get it!! I just wish this map was available in a smaller sive to fit my remaining wall…
July 21st, 2011 at 3:19 pm
hi Ursula! thanks so much for your sweet words. it was nice to talk with you. i hope you and your son loves his art for MANY years! and — your art just shipped today. i’ll send you tracking info next. if you are inspired, i’d LOVE to see a photo with the art hanging! :)
July 27th, 2011 at 6:43 am
YAY!!!!! We got our Art last night…and My son LOVED it!!! we will be hanging it this weekend, I will surely get some pictures to you… ONCE again, THANK YOU for all that you do!! and if this world map ever gets to be a tad smaller.. like maybe a 23×38 or so, please PLEASE let me know!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Have a GREAT day!! and know that you and your talent are VERY much appreciated and enjoyed!