I often sketch and paint at the Oregon Coast - including beach scenes, rocky cliffs, birds and plants. In this post, I'll share my top beach sketching subjects, what supplies I pack in my watercolor sketch kit, and tips for how to sketch outside.

I love to learn, and I love books! That’s why I am sharing my top picks for art learning books for adults. Topics include: sketching, pen and ink, lettering and calligraphy, watercolor, and art business. Include links to purchase.

This design is for anyone affected by cancer, who needs some encouragement. I made this for all the cancer fighters, caregivers, family members, friend and healthcare workers helping us through the crap-tastic journey that is cancer.

Available as a blank notecard from my shop for purchase, and at wholesale pricing at my shop on Faire.

I was a gardener for 20 years before I started drawing and painting plants. Now, I know these plants so much better. Learn tips and methods for how to sketch plants and natural landscapes in ink and watercolor, and see some of my favorite botanical illustration sketches.

In this post, I share my top five tips for planning a creative project for success, based on my 20+ years of experience as a project project manager.

For the past several years, I have been exploring my relationship with my inner dialog, a voice that is oftentimes more critical than supportive. Can you relate?

The story behind my Neurotransmitter Constellations collection. Topics: love, family, anxiety, chronic illness, and the following of dreams despite it all.

The story of how I decided to go to art school in my mid-40’s, and five tips from my experience.