Seems simple,right? A kid wants to be a snow leopard. So she steps up to the face painting tent at Knoxville’s Christmas in the City. Selects Face Number 1 from the sample board. Sits down. Smiles at the artist. And the transition from kid to cat begins.
With a white base, the artist adds color, definition around the eyes, whiskers.
Then lines, whiskers, cat eyes and the like.
Then, at the request of the “baby cat,” the artist adds fangs.
Now you can qualify this display of art as nothing more than a common house cat look-alike. But don’t tell this little lady. With one big growl, she arches her back, hisses convincingly, and moves forward with claws out front. She wants to head immediately to the marshmallow roasting tent.
We transition, too. After all, we don’t mess with snow leopards.
Do snow leopards really eat marshmallows? Maybe.
For more transitions, head to Weekly Photo Challenge: Transition here!
Note: Many thanks to a very patient, creative Kelly Mules of Faces Gone Wild (www.knoxvillefacepainter.com) whose work you may want to check out.
Curt Mekemson
A great snow leopard! Appropriately ferocious. Definitely ready to catch a marshmallow, maybe several. 🙂 –Curt
Oh, the Places We See
Thanks so much, Curt. We’re having as much fun as possible with this little gal. She’s growing up way too fast. (Or are we aging too fast???)
Curt Mekemson
I can see where you would. We just spent a few days with our grandkids, and yes they do seem to grow up fast, especially considering we only see them every few months. –Curt
Judy @ NewEnglandGardenAndThread
You win! This is by far the cutest transition this week. 🙂 Love your header photo.
Oh, the Places We See
Thanks so much, Judy. We couldn’t believe how patient the artist was after three hours of standing and painting little kids! Glad it’s not my job! And thanks for the header compliment, too. Hope all your preparations for the holidays are going well.
Dawn
This is absolutely perfect for ‘transition!’ Excellent face painting as well. And darling little girl!
Oh, the Places We See
Thanks, Dawn. Our city’s kick-off to the holiday season offered great booths for kids. We’re in the spirit now!
brad young's art
Looking at your pics make me miss that beautiful part of the country! I get to go back there (Knoxville & area) each summer and it’s a highlight of our year. But in the fall, there’s nothing like it! You’re making great memories! Thanks.
Oh, the Places We See
Welcome to Knoxville each and every summer you can come. We have a thriving arts community, and there’s always something new going on. I’m glad I found your blog through the new Discover initiative of WordPress!
lingeringvisions by Dawn
What a n excellent face painter!
Oh, the Places We See
I totally agree! The artists said she does children’s birthday parties, and I was intrigued. Wouldn’t that be fun!! Thanks for taking a look and responding.
lingeringvisions by Dawn
I enjoy your blog. I may not always comment but I am here.