A peek inside my studio, my sketchbook, and my art practice.
Behind the scenes
Beach Sketching with Watercolor
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.
Top 5 Art Instruction Books
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.
Painting Plants
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.
Honoring families of all kinds
I created my family tree in pen-and-ink as a gift for my parents. Here’s how I researched my family history, resources for you to get started, and how I can help you create yours.
For the love of sketching
I love to sketch outside! In this post, I share my top five tips for creating a plein air watercolor sketchbook habit you can stick with, and a free supply list.
Making ink from plants
I am infatuated with ink. Some people collect baseball cards or figurines. I collect ink. Recently, I learned how to make it myself. And now, I am sharing it with you!
The Affirmations Collection
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?
Finding calligraphy, finding myself
In this post, I share how I fell in love with calligraphy one dark and stormy night. Includes calligraphy learning resources for beginners.
The Neurotransmitter Constellations
The story behind my Neurotransmitter Constellations collection. Topics: love, family, anxiety, chronic illness, and the following of dreams despite it all.
Finding beauty in the mundane
How I learned to find, an create, beauty everywhere. Even in my pantry. Includes tips for incorporating calligraphy practice into everyday objects around the home, and links to my coaching and custom design services.