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Category: Art Journal
Decisions, Decisions
I’m sitting here this morning awaiting the official start of Sketchbook Revival 2025. I’m not sure where this link will … More
It’s a Binge Fest
I’m disappointed. I should’t be, but I am. I’ve just received information and a sign-up link for Sketchbook Revival 2025. … More
Draw Yourself Calm
I first “got to know” Amy Maricle through the Sketchbook Revival program, although I don’t recall which year she was … More
Will There Be a 2025 Sketchbook Revival?
Sketchbook Revival has been, in the past, a great source of inspiration and encouragement for me. Yet, truth be told, … More
Happy Earth Day 2025
Today is one of my favorite days in the year — both for art and as an inhabitant of this … More
Lots of Practice!
I’ve mentioned several times that even while I’ve been away from “art” for quite some time, I have recently done … More
Welcome June!
I’m a bit behind on posting this since I’ve been so wrapped up in other projects I’ve wanted to share. … More
What This Goddess Taught Me
Today I’m sharing my “Rainbow Goddess”, the third of the goddesses I created while following along with Lily Sol’s “Daily … More
I Am Not Drawing a Mermaid!
Recently I created an “Earth Goddess“, following along with instructor Lily Sol in a Creative Bug “Daily Practice” class called … More
Celebrating Mother Earth Through Goddess Energy
I’m going to be honest here about femininity and things like “goddess energy”. It’s never really been who I am. … More
A Different Sort of Zen
As I looked through the workshop schedule for Sketchbook Revival 2022, I think I rolled my eyes a bit when … More
Art Therapy: A Safe Place
I enjoy doing a bit of “personal art therapy” — using visual art as a means of understanding myself, a … More
Have a Happy Day
Today is Draw-a-Bird Day, a special holiday I celebrate each year. Yes, this is real holiday, and you can read … More
Women at the Market
I’ve recently passed the half-way point in my 100-Day Creative Project. As you’re well aware, I chose neurographic art as my … More
Shadow Boxes
Today is April 1, and maybe you’re expecting some sort of “joke” post, but nope. I’ll leave the funny business … More
Let’s Talk About Neurographic Art
Maybe you’re getting tired of hearing about — and seeing — neurographic art. If so, please take a moment to … More
Subtle Influences in Art
I’ve always had a fascination about influences. I love reading, for instance, that Mary Cassatt was influenced by Japanese woodblock printing, … More
Art Quiz: The Answer is Joseph Cornell
Joseph Cornell. Who? Nope. Never heard of him. I had to go searching for information, and here’s what I found: … More
Whew!
I’m excited about the upcoming Sketchbook Revival 2022. Last year’s series of free workshops was an interesting experience, one with … More