For the last few years I have participated in The Sketchbook Project. It’s a nifty little show that invites artists of all ages and levels to fill out a sketchbook and send it in. It then becomes a part of … Continue reading →
I have to say, one of the coolest things of the Golden Compass movie was the visuals and how awesome the armored polar bears were. (Yes, the books were better, as the movies took all the philosophical bite out. so … Continue reading →
SO here’s the thing with silly ideas. For me, when I let one silly idea in, they breed like rabbits or pennies. All of a sudden there’s a bunch of silly ideas and I have to do drawings of all … Continue reading →
After the success of the JEA show, I’ve decided to participate in a couple of upcoming conventions. The first is GnomeCon, which is a local to me con. They are having an art show this year and I love being … Continue reading →
Well the opening went well, I sold a few hanging pieces and a bunch of small works! I admit, I feel I’ve finally gone over a hurdle that’s been sitting in front of me for a while. I’m thankful for … Continue reading →
I’ve mentioned my new sewing habit right? The truth is, I don’t know if I would have been successful at any of the 3-d stuff I’ve started doing in my art school years. Even the paper mache. But since … Continue reading →
One of the fun things for artists at Christmas, is that we get to make some of our gifts. I try to reserve making gifts for people who want something hard to find. This year I turned a tiny collectable … Continue reading →
Recently, I learned a new skill. I learned how to sew. I had taken a crafts class a couple of years ago as part of my teacher’s prep and learned the basics. Then I … Continue reading →
It’s nice to return to basics! Doing things in black and white means you really have to sort out composition and contrast and value. So I did this set of postcards for a Black and white swap. I also learned that … Continue reading →
