You probably got this one right, didn’t you! I didn’t. I guessed “a human body”, and while that includes a … More
Category: Miscellaneous
Art Quiz: Question 4
After yesterday’s Word Press frustrations, I’m glad to be back today with a simple, straightforward “art quiz” post. The topic … More
Grrrrrr!
Some days are good. Some days aren’t. This is one of the latter. I had a post that published — … More
Challenge Yourself
I was browsing about online and I came across this motivational message about constantly challenging ourselves. Sounds good, doesn’t it? … More
I Spoke Too Soon
Yesterday I happily said “it was fun to be back in my studio — all still dry despite the recent … More
Art and Anxiety
I recently shared a few thoughts about impostor syndrome and how I’ve been able to overcome it — for the most … More
Impostor Syndrome
According to research done by Psychology Today, around 70% of the adult population has experienced impostorism at least once in their … More
More on Klimt — and Cats
Lately, cats have been quite the topic around the house and around the art studio. Some of you might have … More
Art Quiz: The Answer is Glass
You knew the answer, right? I’ve always loved photography, and I’ve read a bit about its history, so I was … More
Just a Kid at Heart
I’m old. You know that. In many ways, though, I’m still just a kid at heart. I love playing games, … More
What’s In the Box?
We talk a lot about boxes, don’t we? Time after time we speak about being stuck in boxes and the … More
I’m Beginning to See
Edgar Degas has always been one of my favorite artists. Although I don’t have a strong background in art or … More
Art Quiz: The Answer is Acrylics
Yes, of course, you knew the answer. Pigment and plastic. Yep. Acrylics. Acrylic paint is made of pigment suspended in … More
Art Quiz – Question 1
I began learning to draw in June 2015, six years ago. Before that, my only experience with art had been … More
R.I.P. Diego
Our California Girl is no longer in California. She and her husband are now living in Arizona with a gorgeous view … More
Art History – Simplified
I’m having a very busy week here… lots of appointments to keep, lots of errands to run, lots of places … More
The Rules of Art
I am a stickler for rules. Just ask the grandkids. If they won’t follow the rules in the games we … More
Making More Marks
One of the most rewarding aspects of art is the joy that comes from sharing. I love when the young … More
Smashed!
Have you ever heard of a smashbook before? Until recently, I hadn’t. I’ve since learned that the concept of smashbooking has been … More
Slow Down, You Move Too Fast
If you’re old like me, you might remember that song by Simon and Garfunkel, the one that told us to … More