Yes, it is MIFFY
In every girls' mind, there is always a story book or cartoon character that they love. Cinderella, Snow White, Minnie Mouse, Hello Kitty... Miffy. In every boys’ mind there is always a super hero that they wish to become. Superman, Batman, Spider Man, Astro Boy....
As some of you may already know from my previous posts, as a young child, my first favourite character was Cinderella. She was pretty, kind, hard working and was living happily ever after with her prince. Over time, I have found my second character that I have fallen in love with till this day. She has the cutest face. Simple, yet one that I could never get tired of. Miffy, Every time when I look at a Miffy figure, it calms me down. To some people she may look sad but to me she looks serene.
Dick Bruna is a Dutch artist, illustrator, graphic designer and a writer. He has created Miffy with bright primary colour and simple shapes. His use of heavy lines truly demonstrate his graphic design knowledge. I really admire his work, especially with children’s book. I also find him very charming with lots of charisma. Of course, I am fascinated by his talent. His use of simple lines work to create such remarkable design which is loved by so many people from all walks of life, different age group and all over the world is just amazing. I truly think we are so fortunate to have an artist in our life like Mr. Dick Bruna. One of my wish is to see him in person and take a picture with him and Miffy. I know… I am 56, that’s OK. I really like Miffy.
Happy 60th Birthday Miffy.
Since it is a special year for Miffy. I have devoted some of my watercolour artworks to build a collection of Miffy with simple things that I treasure and a favourite snack that I enjoy.
Watercolour and Miffy allow me to be on the bright side.
June 12, 2015
I like the line "I know… I am 56, that’s OK. I really like Miffy." it is true there is always room for Miffy in everyone childhood memories. Through your Miffy collection it truly shows your creativity, combining such a child like character with your memories of Hong Kong. Wonderful work can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing ! Please keep writing 萍萍姐姐! You were the big sister I never had. You taught me to draw, to make dresses for paper dolls, to collect stamps... and we watched the news with your nanny 琼姐, who was the most wonderful cook ! I am happy our lives crossed and for years, we shared our lives. Margaret
ReplyDeleteDearest Magu, Thank you for reading my blog. I do remember those paper dolls, they were so important to me, I had to make at least one or two outfit before I started my homework (pretty bad). I still do that with some of my students. Shall post some of them on Facebook. Hope to see you in Hong Kong soon.
Deletei love this! You are right, youre 56 and its ok! We all have our ways to keep us looking on the positive side. Mifi is yours and Hello Kitty is mine! Even to this day i would buy plush toys and hello kitty stickers that i clearly dont need lol. im 32yrs old and my friends still buy me hello kitty stuff for christmas and my birthday. i dont think of myself as immature though. i just feel an attachment to hello kitty cus she's been with me for 30 years!
ReplyDeleteYour paintings are so well done. you pay attention to the littlest details and have such wide imagination! i particularly liked the pencil you put under Mifi's ear in the "tokyo milano hong kong" painting! keep up with the good work! always a pleasure to admire your artistic talent!
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ReplyDeleteThese drawings are beautiful, Aunty Celine! I really like the one with Miffy dressed up as Spiderman, and the one with the Oreos and milk. From your blog post, I can see how much Miffy means to you and how she has helped you look on the bright side of things. I am glad to have someone like you to learn from, from art, to all aspects of life.
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Your illustrations are lovely and your story, very thoughtful. Reading this post makes me wonder which favorite character from my childhood has left a profound effect on my life. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThank you for reading my post. I am not a writer, just wish to share my passion and small thoughts of life with friends like yourself. This way our world can be happier.
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