Artist: Andrea Joseph

Here's an impressive artist to start your Friday (TGIF) off on the right foot.Andrea Joseph renders these beautiful illustrations solely with, are you ready?- the lowly ball point pen.I love the subtle stippled texture her pen work gives.And the details......astounding.Visit her blog here and her flickr site here.

Artist: Sophie Adde

Sophie Adde is another french artist that I admire for her use of punchy color, pretty patterns ( in background) and loads of texture.The copious use of flowers and Asian elements just add to the charm.Yup, this is right up my alley. See more here.