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

Happy Memorial Day

To those here in the US, let me wish a safe and happy Memorial Day holiday. For most people, it’s … More

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

I first “got to know” Amy Maricle through the Sketchbook Revival program, although I don’t recall which year she was … More

Sketchbook Revival has been, in the past, a great source of inspiration and encouragement for me. Yet, truth be told, … More

Yesterday was a somewhat frustrating day… and yet a good day, nevertheless. I planned to sit down and write a … More

I’m a bit behind on posting this since I’ve been so wrapped up in other projects I’ve wanted to share. … More

Since the first of the year, I’ve been eagerly awaiting news of Sketchbook Revival 2022. I took part in last … More

Throughout much of my adult life, I’ve had a recurring dream. I see myself at an airport, and I’m trying … More

Earlier this year, as part of Sketchbook Revival, I spent a morning making “holes” — which are, essentially, circles. This exercise, … More

Although I had often heard the term art therapy and had some idea of the process, my first real introduction to … More

Yesterday I was introduced to surrealism. Now, of course, I’ve known about the surrealist art movement and have long been familiar … More

“Does not follow directions well…” No parent wants to hear that report from a child’s teacher. Following directions is an … More

As a landscape artist and a lover of nature, I have a deep reverence and appreciation for Earth Day. This … More

Did you know…? Today is the official celebration for Draw-a-Bird Day. I’m not sure why it is that we’ve come … More

You already know, of course, that I don’t do urban sketching. I can’t draw buildings, and I’d be much too … More