FAQ’s

EarthArt Intl. ~Sue Coccia

Who does this?

I do, the person you see at the art shows.

No little people I hide under my dress. My Calendar I have printed off shore, and the jewelry I design for Zarah. The rest of my art is produced, and printed in the USA

I draw with pen and ink, then when finished, I paint using a brush with watered down acrylics, and then I sometimes apply metallic inks.

Recently we started adding Stamp & Scrapbook shows, I'm there too.

How long does it take you?

The drawing can take anywhere from 3 days to 3 weeks. I usually spend some time doing research on a specific animal before beginning. The painting process takes about a week to complete. The coloring book series I started in 1997

Why animals?

Animals are in desperate need of protection, mostly from loss of habitat. I hope to raise awareness, and for people to understand that we are all intricately connected.

Why do you put animals within animals?

To represent the ecosystem of the main animal mostly. Sometimes other symbols and images weave their way through too. Some animals, such as the Turtle represent our earth in many cultures, so I use it quite a bit.

Where do you get your inspiration?

In nature, whether it be in our garden, or half way around the world! Some places I've been especially inspired are Ecuador, Australia, England, Mexico, Zion , Puget Sound, Mt Rainier, Moorea in French Polynesia, and most recently the Galapagos Islands. In the Galapagos, we visited Blue-footed Boobie colonies, and swam with Penguins. In each of these places I have been gifted with animal experiences.

Can I make copies of your coloring book images?

No*. I have taken the time and expense to protect my work by Federal copyrights. To reproduce my art for any purpose what so ever is punishable by law.

*Teachers please e mail me for signed permission

or e mail me for special circumstances