Lisabella Russo

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I try to focus on that which I feel is beautiful and that which I find kawaii in my traditional art. Our world is fraught with perils, I would like my art to be a safe place.

Artwork "Lost World" (24"x48" acrylic on panel) by Jasmine Becket-Griffith and David Van Gough, photographed by artist Lisabella Russo at the "Death and the Maiden" exhibition at Corey Helford Gallery, Los Angeles.
A traditional oil painting on paper by Lisabella Russo, titled "Sirena coronada de pétalos" (Petal-Crowned Mermaid) from "The Huntington Hollows" series. Features a purple-haired mermaid with expressive green and gold eyes, soft brown skin, and a large pink water lily crown inspired by the artist's photography at Huntington Gardens. Set in a 10-inch round ornate metal frame.
Artist Lisabella Russo attending the "Death and the Maiden" collaborative art exhibition by Jasmine Becket-Griffith and David Van Gough at Corey Helford Gallery, Los Angeles. Featuring the artwork "Ancient Mariner" (18"x24" acrylic on panel).
A traditional painting by Lisabella Russo depicting the scenic California coastline at Point Dume, Zuma Beach. Inspired by a photograph captured by the artist's father, celebrating a lifelong love of the ocean.
A traditional "big eye" painting of the mother of dragons held by the artist Lisabella Russo's mother.
A work-in-progress oil painting of a mermaid with large, expressive green and gold eyes and warm skin tones. The background is finished. The hair is yet to come, showing the artist's traditional process on paper.
A small square oil painting of a Porg with large, expressive dark eyes and white and brown feathers. The painting is on a wooden panel and is surrounded by glowing Hello Kitty shaped fairy lights.
One of a series of photographs showing colorful tulips in full bloom at Descanso Gardens.
A vertical oil painting of a woman with white hair and large blue eyes beside a small dragon with an iridescent gold eye. The piece is set in a dark, ornate cathedral-style frame.
A horizontal oil painting of a dryad with large, luminous dark brown eyes and warm brown skin. She has delicate antlers with moths flitting nearby and flowing purple hair. The painting is on a deep wood cradle
A wide-eyed portrait of a woman with pale hair with a small, classically colored dragon. The background is atmospheric with soft "smoke" effects. The painting has a warm, luminous quality due to the gold gesso underlayer.
A miniature oil painting of a wide-eyed aquatic girl with golden eyes and golden tentacles marked with bright blue rings. She has small, bumpy snailfish inspired wings. The painting is held in an ornate metal vintage filigree frame and is staged next to two natural seashells tucked into the corners of the photo.
A high-angle photo of an art table covered in projects. A palette box with various greens and browns sits near two small paintings in progress of a frog and mermaid, alongside another work in progress painting featuring the early stages of a dragon-themed painting.
An unfinished oil painting of a mermaid-like creature with large, soulful eyes and aquatic features. The background has blue and green.
A detailed colored pencil drawing of a young girl with very large, expressive eyes. She is gently holding a small, delicate baby unicorn with a tiny spiral horn. The style is whimsical and dreamlike, with fine linework and soft shading.
A photograph. Lisabella Russo, wearing a large, plush pink My Melody character hat, is smiling and holding up an 11" x 14" rectangular oil painting. The painting is a "big eye" portrait of a fluffy blonde bunny girl with glowing fuchsia eyes and pink accents that match the hat. The painting is framed by the texture of raw cradled wood.
A vertical oval oil painting of a girl with very large, shimmering golden eyes and soft pink hair with gold highlights. She has bunny ears and is set against a blurry, impressionistic background of orange and red tulips. The painting is held in an ornate vintage frame and is photographed next to a weathered, antique stuffed bunny doll.
A side-by-side view of two round brass frames. On the left, a pencil sketch of a frog with large eyes sitting within a lily flower. On the right, a sketch of a girl with large eyes wearing a water lily crown. Both are in the early "blocking in" phase.
One of a series of horizontal flower photos: 1. Soft pink and white Saucer Magnolia petals. 2. A serene pink water lily floating on dark water. 3. Unique red Eucalyptus blooms with silver-grey leaves. 4. Vibrant orange California poppies in sunlight. 5. Intense fuchsia Rock Purslane flowers against a green background.
A close-up photo of two hands holding an ornate, dark vintage oval frame. Inside the frame is a painting of a girl with large green eyes and red hair. In the background, Hello Kitty St. Patrick’s Day hair bows are visible.
A vertical oil painting of a girl with very large, glowing fuchsia eyes and fluffy blonde hair. She has soft, blue-tinted bunny ears that blend into a cloud of white and pink fluff. Her skin is very pale, and her eyes feature white star-shaped highlights.
A vertical oil painting on a thick wood panel. The central figure is a girl with large, soulful eyes and antlers. She has a rich, warm brown skin tone. The background and hair are in the early stages of painting, showing the artist's progress on the skin and antler details.
A vertical oval oil painting of a girl with very large, expressive green eyes and long red hair. She has freckles on her nose and cheeks and is wearing shamrocks in her hair. The painting is housed in an ornate, vintage frame.
A close-up of a work-in-progress oil painting. A girl with large eyes is visible; her skin tone is emerging, and she wears a simple blouse. The hair and eye details are still in a rough, underpainted state.
A work-in-progress painting on a panel. The background is a soft lavender with hints of yellowish-ochre clouds. The central figure of a girl with large eyes is loosely painted in shades of brown and tan, showing the early structural layers of the artwork.
A festive arrangement of multiple paintings. In the center is a dark horse with a glowing fiery chest on a golden brown background. Surrounding it are paintings of a blue dragon, a purple snake with rainbow eyes, a fluffy rabbit, a tiger, a musk ox, and a pink pig, all in a cohesive whimsical style.
A vertical acrylic painting of a majestic blue dragon with purple highlights. The dragon has large, soulful eyes and is perched on a dark rock. Wispy white and grey clouds swirl around the base of the rock against a deep, atmospheric background.
A horizontal oil painting of a coiled, light purple snake. The snake has very large, expressive eyes that contain a full spectrum of rainbow colors. The background is soft and atmospheric, and the painting is finished with natural, unpainted wood edges.
A portrait of artist Lisabella Russo. She is wearing a black crochet hat with cat ears. She holds a heart-shaped painting of a big-eyed cat girl over the left side of her face, creating a whimsical "peek-a-boo" effect where the painted eyes replace her own.
A small, square oil painting of a round, fluffy lop-eared rabbit. The bunny has soft grey and white fur and two small, dark spots near its pink nose. It is set against a muted, soft background that highlights its dark eyes.
A whimsical acrylic painting of a bright pink pig with large, expressive blue eyes. The pig has a sweet, smiling expression and is set against a soft, complementary background. The painting is in a landscape 7" x 5" orientation.
A graphite pencil sketch of a girl with very large, expressive eyes and a sweet expression. The lines are delicate and show the early stages of a character design on white paper.
A finished oil painting on a heart-shaped wood panel. Two small blue penguins stand close together, their wings overlapping as if holding hands. The background is a soft, atmospheric purple, and the outer edges of the heart show the light, natural grain of the wood.
A vibrant acrylic painting of a peacock's head and neck, surrounded by a brilliant explosion of its iridescent green and blue tail feathers. The "eyes" of the feathers are detailed with deep blues and shimmering golds.
A work-in-progress shot of a heart-shaped wooden panel. The outer edge is painted purple, and the center shows a delicate lineart sketch of two small penguins standing side-by-side with their wings overlapping.
A delicate graphite pencil drawing of a Red-bearded Bee-eater bird. The bird is perched with its body facing forward and its head turned to the side. Its feathers appear soft and voluminous, particularly around the throat area where its "beard" is located.
A miniature oil painting of a horse's head and neck. The horse is a deep, dark brown with a glowing, fiery orange light radiating from its chest. The painting is held in an ornate, vintage metal filigree frame that has a singed look.
A work-in-progress painting on paper. The background is a shimmering gold gesso. In the center, a delicate lineart sketch of a horse's head and neck is visible, showing the artist's starting point before applying oil colors.
A graphite pencil drawing of a Galah Cockatoo. The bird has a rounded body and a soft, tufted crest on its head. The sketch suggests the bird's soft plumage.
A graphite pencil sketch of a Dalmatian Pelican's head and neck. The bird’s beak is wide open, and its neck is extended. The top of its head is covered in fine, curly, chaotic feathers, which are the focal point of the portrait.
A finished oil painting on a wooden panel shaped like an anatomical heart. The painting depicts a pale girl with very large, expressive ice green-blue eyes and black downturned cat ears. She has a wistful expression and long black eyelashes. The background is a rich, deep purple.
A close-up photo of a work-in-progress oil painting on a heart-shaped wooden panel. A pointed cat ear with soft fur texture; the a large, expressive ice green-blue eye with deep shadows; a hint of a small, delicate mouth.
A graphite sketch of a Short-eared Owl. The owl has large, dark-rimmed eyes and a soulful expression, with delicate pencil strokes defining the radiating feathers of its facial disc.
A pencil sketch of a round, fluffy Silver-eared Mesia bird perched on a branch. The graphite work shows soft shading on the bird's breast and distinct markings around the eye.
A square oil painting on a natural wood panel of a very round, fluffy common redpoll bird. The bird has a bright red patch on its forehead and a cream-colored chest with delicate streaks. It sits against the unpainted, light grain of the basswood panel.
A 4" x 4" square oil painting on a natural cradled basswood panel. A round, fluffy bright blue bird with an angry, scowling facial expression is shown emerging from a dark circular hole, its wings lifted high. The surrounding background is the unpainted, light-colored grain of the wood.
A work-in-progress art photo. On the left is an anatomical heart-shaped wooden panel flooded with a deep purple oil paint. On the right is a detailed line drawing of a Gothic girl with large eyes and cat ears, showing the planned design for the painting.
A graphite sketch of an Indian Paradise Flycatcher perched on a branch. Its most striking feature is its two exceptionally long, ribbon-like tail feathers that curve and wind toward the bottom of the sketchbook page.
An informational graphic titled "Birbfest 2026 Prompt List" for the month of January. The challenge is hosted by @monkeymintaka. The graphic features 31 daily drawing prompts, each corresponding to a different bird species. The prompts are: Bronzewing Pigeon Phaps chalcoptera Many-coloured Rush Tyrant Tachuris rubrigastra Razorbill Alca torda Golden-headed Manakin Ceratopipra erythrocephala King Eider Somateria spectabilis Northern Emerald-Toucanet Aulacorhynchus prasinus Steller’s Sea Eagle Haliaeetus pelagicus Andean Cock-of-the-rock Rupicola peruvianus Indian Paradise Flycatcher Terpsiphone paradisi American Purple Gallinule Porphyrio martinica Mountain Bluebird Sialia currucoides Common Redpoll Acanthis flammea White-eared Pheasant Crossoptilon crossoptilon Silver-eared Mesia Leiothrix argentauris Short-eared Owl Asio flammeu Eurasian Wigeon Mareca penelope Spangled Cotinga Cotinga cayana Tufted Jay Cyanocorax dickeyi Red-legged Seriema Cariama cristata Dalmatian Pelican Pelecanus crispus Ornate Fruit Dove Ptilinopus ornatus Galah Cockatoo Eolophus roseicapilla Nuthatch Sitta europaea New Holland Honeyeater Phylidonyris novaehollandiae Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis Common Cuckoo Cuculus canorus Red-bearded Bee-eater Nyctyornis amictus Little Penguin Eudyptula minor Red Junglefowl Gallus gallus Oyster Catcher Haematopus ostralegus Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus At the bottom, the text includes the website link www.monkeymintaka.com/birbfest and the hashtag #Birbfest.
A detailed graphite pencil sketch of a Northern Emerald-Toucanet shown in profile. The bird has a large, characteristic beak and is perched on a branch, captured in a sketchbook.
A vibrant, round, colorful bird painting with rainbow feathers and a regal expression, titled "The Tiny Despot." The miniature oil painting is displayed in a small, ornate vintage frame.
A work-in-progress oil painting on a golden gesso background. A pencil sketch of a round, chibi-style bird is visible in the center, with colorful background paint beginning to take shape around its silhouette.
A miniature oil painting (approx. 2.75x3.5 inches) of a golden domestic cat with lynx-like tufted ears and a regal expression, titled "Wild at Hearth."
A 3x3 grid showing 8 pieces of traditional art and a center photo of the artist, Lisabella Russo. Art includes various whimsical animals and big eye fantasy femmes in oil paint and a toned paper drawing.
An informational graphic titled "Birbfest 2026 Prompt List" for the month of January. The challenge is hosted by @monkeymintaka. The graphic features 31 daily drawing prompts, each corresponding to a different bird species. The prompts are: Bronzewing Pigeon Phaps chalcoptera Many-coloured Rush Tyrant Tachuris rubrigastra Razorbill Alca torda Golden-headed Manakin Ceratopipra erythrocephala King Eider Somateria spectabilis Northern Emerald-Toucanet Aulacorhynchus prasinus Steller’s Sea Eagle Haliaeetus pelagicus Andean Cock-of-the-rock Rupicola peruvianus Indian Paradise Flycatcher Terpsiphone paradisi American Purple Gallinule Porphyrio martinica Mountain Bluebird Sialia currucoides Common Redpoll Acanthis flammea White-eared Pheasant Crossoptilon crossoptilon Silver-eared Mesia Leiothrix argentauris Short-eared Owl Asio flammeu Eurasian Wigeon Mareca penelope Spangled Cotinga Cotinga cayana Tufted Jay Cyanocorax dickeyi Red-legged Seriema Cariama cristata Dalmatian Pelican Pelecanus crispus Ornate Fruit Dove Ptilinopus ornatus Galah Cockatoo Eolophus roseicapilla Nuthatch Sitta europaea New Holland Honeyeater Phylidonyris novaehollandiae Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis Common Cuckoo Cuculus canorus Red-bearded Bee-eater Nyctyornis amictus Little Penguin Eudyptula minor Red Junglefowl Gallus gallus Oyster Catcher Haematopus ostralegus Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus At the bottom, the text includes the website link www.monkeymintaka.com/birbfest and the hashtag #Birbfest.
A vibrant red poinsettia oil painting with deep green leaves, titled "The Joy of Christmas," captured in a painterly, traditional style.
A small, framed, 4x6 oil painting of a kawaii Magellanic penguin wearing a Santa hat, titled "Santa's Skipper."
A pair of small, framed, 4x4 round oil paintings: a male red cardinal ("Crimson King") and a female yellow-brown cardinal ("Ochre Queen") against a snowy background.
A work in progress underpainting (4x4 round oil on paper) of a brown, fluffed-up female cardinal against a snowy background, titled "Ochre Queen."
A work in progress underpainting (4x4 round oil on paper) of a brown, fluffed-up male cardinal against a snowy background, titled "Crimson King."