Ballpoint Pen Art

Illustrator Nicole Guice simply blows my breath away with her creation of beautiful, strong women. Her creative process begins with a white piece of paper, her black ballpoint pen, and watercolors. That’s It. With a BFA in fashion design, Nicole reportedly hasn’t “fully embraced the idea of digitally enhancing or completing work.” She feels “illustrating by hand is a dying art form” and I agree with her. Ideas always started with a pen/pencil and a piece of paper; it has since then been replaced, for some, with digital art. I admire her courage and her willingness to create with her own set of rules. There are plenty of male illustrators that are wonderful, but only a woman (in my opinion) knows how to draw and create another woman (no offense). You can view more of Nicole’s work at her website or visit her blog here. Have a great Tuesday

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#1 by ChefMom on June 1, 2011 - 10:15 AM

Beautiful! I love the expressions on the faces. I like her use of simple materials as well. Have a great day Kay!

- #2 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 1:45 PM
  
  Hey Kristy . I agree with you. The expressions are priceless and I absolutely love the composition of these drawings. I hope you and the family had a great day.. and did I tell you I loved those pigs in the blanket?
  
#3 by Apinder Sahni on June 1, 2011 - 10:27 AM

Fantastic – it’s great to see people are still holding onto original methods of Art and not enhancing through digital means – separate’s the “men from the boys” – no pun intended My Fav – The Crow Always Knows,Ask Pamela Love

Take Care
D.

- #4 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 1:47 PM
  
  Hey D . I love digital enhancing photos, but I also love original no fuss art as well. Her ability to draw a woman is remarkable and her work is really good. I;m glad you enjoyed it D. I hope you and your family have a great day today
  
#5 by marriagecoach1 on June 1, 2011 - 10:35 AM

Hey Babygirl
I love the lower left hand dress with the empire waist and low cut bodice (yes I am a straight guy and admit to kinowing these terms) and the resulting cleavage. Just proves that I am a straight guy. I always approve of women displaying her charms to us guys.

Blessings on you and yours
John

- #6 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 1:51 PM
  
  Hey John . I would have never guessed you knew about women’s styles before and that is so cool. And yes I can tell you’re straight with the cleavage comment lol. But I;m glad you liked this art. I hope you have a great day
  
#7 by foodtable on June 1, 2011 - 11:35 AM

Very talented. Glad she’s still using pen and paper.

- #8 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 1:54 PM
  
  Hey foodtable . I agree with you. I wish I could use pen and paper to draw something like this. But I can draw a mean stick figure LOL. I hope you had a great day today
  
#9 by Katherine on June 1, 2011 - 1:06 PM

Oh pretty. All that with a pen too. At work meetings when I doodle I draw little stars or lame flowers and the graphic artists beside me draw 3D buildings and trees and I get so jealous. Anyway, I also am seriously jonesing for the woman’s hair on the bottom left. I like her dress too! Very cool pick Kay!

- #10 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 1:57 PM
  
  Hey Katherine . When I doodle I draw flowers and circles, and all kinds of stuff.. we have something in common . And I love their hair as well. Now if only my hair can stay that way because as soon as the humid air hits it.. friz it is girl lol. I’m glad you enjoyed this art . I hope you and Greg have a wonderful day today
  
#11 by Linda on June 1, 2011 - 1:52 PM

I so agree how sad it is that so much “art” has turned digital. These drawings are a beautiful vision of the confidence and strength women possess and expressed most likely from that same type of woman.

- #12 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 2:01 PM
  
  Hey Linda . I love digitally enhanced art but I also believe simplistic art like this should also be admired just as much. It takes a lot of talent to draw anything like this. I can only draw a stick lady LOL. But the women in these photos are very confident .. I totally agree with you. The one on the bottom left reminds me of me when I’m not taking any crap lol. I hope you have a wonderful day today .
  
#13 by Mental Xpress on June 1, 2011 - 3:15 PM

Pure talent she is gifted very beautiful. You know I never used to appreciate art until I found your blog. Pure Awesomery

- #14 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 4:58 PM
  
  Hey girl . I’m so glad you appreciate the arts . It definitely kept me out of trouble and now I like to share my finds with my blog family . And you’re so right.. this artist is definitely talented. I hope you’re having a wonderful day.
  
#15 by Caroline on June 1, 2011 - 4:49 PM

What an inspiration. It’s crazy how so few materials can create something so gorgeous. I can’t pick a favorite photo!

- #16 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 4:59 PM
  
  Hey Caroline . The fact that a pen and paper can make something beautiful like this.. is amazing and this artist is definitely talented. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today.
  
#17 by Charlie on June 1, 2011 - 6:20 PM

these are cool! I can’t draw for toffee, so anyone who can is an instant win in my book Thanks for sharing!

- #18 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 10:36 PM
  
  Hey Charlie . LOL I can’t draw either but when I look at these beautiful drawings I imagine I can draw lol. I’m glad you like Nicole’s work. I hope you had a wonderful day today
  
#19 by spiderpaw on June 1, 2011 - 9:41 PM

Drawing with a ballpoint pen is insane. I love her work and her blog. Thanks BG.

- #20 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 10:38 PM
  
  Isn’t this just beautiful?!? I wish I could draw like that. And to my surprise the artist of these wonderful drawings has just left me a comment on this post. Very exciting and wonderful . I hope you had a great day today.
  
#21 by Nicole Guice on June 1, 2011 - 10:23 PM

Hey Kay!

Thanks for the shout out and the kind words!:)
I’m going to (finally) release prints of my work verrry soon! I’ll post updates on my twitter @NicoleGuice.

x
Nicole

- #22 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 1, 2011 - 11:09 PM
  
  Hi Nicole . Thank you so much for leaving a message on my blog. I truly love your work and as you can see all of my bog family loves it as well . I can’t wait to see some of your prints and I will be following you on Twitter. I would be honored to post more of your upcoming work as well . I hope you had a wonderful day today.
  
#23 by saminacooks on June 2, 2011 - 12:52 PM

Wow, wonderful drawings. These are pictures I would definitely keep around!

- #24 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 2, 2011 - 3:45 PM
  
  I completely agree.. these drawings are wonderful. And all done by hand. I just love it and I;m glad you enjoyed it
  
#25 by aterlycan on June 2, 2011 - 1:53 PM

Just amazing…

- #26 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 2, 2011 - 3:57 PM
  
  These are simply stunning and amazing. I think everyone who sees this art, just falls in love with it. Simply beautiful.
  
#27 by eva626 on June 2, 2011 - 3:20 PM

only if my doodles looked like this!!!

- #28 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 2, 2011 - 3:57 PM
  
  Girl who you telling LOL. I can draw a mean stick figure but nothing this beautiful and intricate lol.
  
#29 by rsmacaalay on June 2, 2011 - 5:35 PM

I love to draw as well when I was a child and I must brag that I am good with it but I will blame technology as well since I sort of lost that skill because of computers, even now writing in a pad paper is a chore for me.

- #30 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 2, 2011 - 10:21 PM
  
  Hey Raymund . I’m only good at stick figures lol so I admire anyone who can draw free hand. I still write in a pad and paper when I want to write some poetry and its fun. You should try drawing again . I hope you had a great day today
  
#31 by Just Ramblin' Pier on June 6, 2011 - 10:29 AM

This art work is gorgeous. How do you find all of these beautiful things!? Your posts always make me smile. : )

- #32 by Kay aka Babygirl on June 6, 2011 - 2:31 PM
  
  Hey Just Ramblin’ . This art work is beautiful. Just the simplistic way Nicole goes about the creative process is wonderful to read about. I look everywhere, google art sites, architecture company websites, and find wonderful stuff. Wherever my online travel takes me, I usually find at least 3 things I can’t wait to share with you guys. And I always hope you like it . I hope you’re enjoying your day
  
#33 by Kemi on November 2, 2011 - 11:45 AM

I’m contacting Nicole to see if she will do a book cover .

Thanks for sharing! K

- #34 by Kay aka Babygirl on November 2, 2011 - 5:21 PM
  
  Hey Kemi . Oh that sounds wonderful. I know she will do a fabulous job if you decide to go with Nicole. Her work is amazing. I hope you’re enjoying your day