Getting Worse… But Who Cares?

My current landscape project — known as “The River Tree” — has been languishing on the easel for a time. … More

A Bit Disappointed

Tomorrow afternoon, I’ll be visiting the retinologist, and hoping for a good report. I can tell that there’s still problems … More

What’s Wrong with Comfort Zones?

Lately I’ve been reading a lot about the concept of “being at home”. As my husband and I both grow … More

New Paints, New Brushes

I’ve been putting off painting for a long, long time, as you know. Of course, I’ve had some legitimate reasons, … More

Not in the Mood for Whimsy

The third Sketchbook Revival presentation I’ve followed along with — to a point — was by Carla Sonheim, who offered … More

Thank You, Charlie O!

I don’t know Charlie O’Shields personally, but I’ve always felt a bit of a connection with him. He’s from Kansas … More

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

The Art of Restoration

Art museums and galleries face two challenging tasks with the artworks they house and display. First is the area of … 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

Looking Ahead

Looking anywhere right now is still a bit of a problem for me. Oh, I can see… but with my … More

What’s Your Routine?

When I began learning to draw ten years ago, my husband was still working. I quickly fell into a routine … More

Yes, It’s Happening!

After digging a bit through my emails, I did find information from Karen Abend. She says Sketchbook Revival 2025 is … More

This Isn’t Finished…

This graphite drawing isn’t finished, but I’m sharing it now — at least, in part. What you’re looking at is … More

Please Stand By – Technical Difficulties

This headline is misleading, no doubt. Fortunately I’m not having any technical difficulties today, although I remember my grandfather teaching … More

Color Management on My Palette

I’ve studied color theory before. In fact, I’ve studied color theory several times, following along with different books or different … More

What’s on Your Wish List?

Having a “wish list” has become a rather trendy thing. Getting married soon? Set up a “wish list” so friends … More

Proportionally Correct

When it comes to drawing, one of the first things we learn is the importance of correct proportions. I remember … More

My Must-Have Art Supplies

I have a lot of art supplies here in my studio, and many of those supplies have come from Cheap … More

Easy Sketchbook Drawing Ideas

I did a lot of different things in the studio yesterday. I worked on shapes and forms — and those … More