The concept of a gratitude journal isn't brand new but, it's not often talked about as a best practice for artists. I, like I'm sure many, have rolled my eyes at the thought of one assuming it would just be another task to add to my day that I didn't have time for. I've recently … Continue reading Taking Time for Gratitude
Hey Everyone! I have some exciting news to share with about a project I've been working over the last month. I partnered with American art supply store chain Jerry's Artarama and COLORED PENCIL Magazine to create a mixed media demo using products from the SoHo Urban Artist line of products. These products are available exclusively … Continue reading SoHo Urban Artist Project
Hey Everyone! October is fast approaching and with that Inktober! For those of you unfamiliar, Inktober was created by Illustrator Jake Parker 9 years ago as a 31-day challenge to improve his inking skills. It since has grown exponentially popular on Instagram with worldwide participation. In this month's Artsnacks box I received not one, but … Continue reading ARTSNACKS SEPTEMBER BOX REVIEW
Hey Everyone! This month's Artsnacks box had some familiar favorites in addition to fun new products. My subject matter for my test illustration also inspired an obsession that I'm currently exploring with peony flowers. Let's have a look at this month's box! Items in the Box: L'Aquarelle Canson Heritage Watercolor Paper (BONUS ITEM) Dixon Ticonderoga … Continue reading ARTSNACKS AUGUST BOX REVIEW
I'm six months into Artsnacks boxes and so far the honeymoon phase is still going strong. Let's be real though, how is getting new art supplies in the mail every month ever going to get old? This month's box had an interesting combination of new and familiar. One product, however, left me feeling a little … Continue reading ARTSNACKS JULY BOX REVIEW
In part 1 of my Greener Artist series, we looked at ways to make environmentally conscious decisions if you are a painter. In this post, we’re going to look at ways that artists using drawing mediums can contribute as well! Using Pencil Extenders This may seem like an odd thing to be environmental but it … Continue reading Being a Greener Artist – Part 2
