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Thursday, September 07, 2006

safe as houses

safe as houses
My Illustration Friday attempt for "safe".

I would love to know how or where the expression "safe as houses" originated. Does anyone know?

20 comments:

Anonymous said...

I've never heard that expression before so I'm no help. But I love this illo, safe and calming. The colors and expression are refreshing.

Sally said...

What a comfy illustration. I love the colours and your choice of the leaves on the ground and her scarf. I must say I do feel this way about the home I grew up in. Unfortunately, I cannot help you with the origination of this term...but I think you've done a great job communicating it!

Amy Zaleski said...

So lovely and cozy...she looks so content!

kat coyle said...

i have never heard of that phrase, but i like your drawing!

luisa brehm said...

Awe !!! it's sooo peaceful and beautiful and everything ....
the leaves the little house ...
no, i can't help, we don't use that expression here ;-)))

ELLA ELVIANA said...

o, love it, she is so peaceful. lovely watercolor..

rakuette said...

this is beautiful!

Michelle Lana said...

beautiful illo!

Gabrielle said...

I've never heard that expression before either, but I like it.

Your colours are very rich.

stephanie said...

Great illo- use of line, color, & subject. I love this because it is so warm & comfy & it is getting me in the mood for the fall!

Susan Mitchell said...

I thought of this saying too when I first saw the topic. I'm not sure what it means either, but your illo does capture a lovely, warm secure feeling :)

° said...

wonderful watercolor, love ur leaves and the colors u used, shes looks very peaceful

Ian T. said...

An excellent image! The foundation of this is a very strong drawing, with beautiful linework and concentration on detail - her facial expression is perfect! I love that you've kind of ignored "real" perspective in favour of your art. This would make a perfect housewarming card!

carla said...

Oh...this is wonderful! I just love the soft touch of your colors and the shape of this composition. Here's an answer to your question... I agree with Ian - this would make an excellent housewarming card, or even a gift to a special friend moving to a new home!

faeorain said...

Very pretty image. Can't say that I have heard the expression, but I can certainly understand it. Excellent work!

Blake Himsl Hunter said...

Nice image

LDahl said...

I've really enjoyed visiting your blog this morning! Your Safe as Houses illo is wonderful, you achieved a very special feeling with this one. Great job!

AscenderRisesAbove said...

another lovely illustration! always a joy to return!!

islandarts said...

I've never heard that expression either but thanks to Carla- I know it now!
The illo is of course brilliant- You are the best.

Amy Farrier said...

love the soft autumn palette and the way the houses are so embraceable. and thanks for visiting my portfolio site!