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Nothing Static Here
I started this little sketch when I was at Lake Murray last Thursday. It was my second piece, and I only had enough time to put in the base coat. Later at home, I added details to show that it … Continue reading
Posted in Landscape, Telling a Story
Tagged Black Watercolor Paper, California, Gouache, Lake Murray, San Diego, San Diego Urban Sketchers
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Happy Birthday Tara!
Today’s the day to celebrate my son’s partner. I wanted to create a card for her that captures her openness to the world, vitality, and beauty. And because she loves fantasy books, movies, and games, I wanted the card to … Continue reading
Happy Halloween!
We made pumpkin people tonight by stacking two pumpkins, one for the head and one for the belly, and forks for the arms and hands. They were so cute that I had to paint them. Then, with a little help … Continue reading
Posted in Telling a Story
Tagged Gouache, Halloween, Jack-o-lantern, Procreate, Pumpkin People, San Diego
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At the Couch Office
– We each have a preferred place for working, and my daughter’s favorite place has long been the couch. She can work anywhere but is especially productive when curled up on a cozy couch with a pen, notebook, and computer. … Continue reading
Pursuing the Dream
My husband’s young cousin was married at a beautiful ceremony Saturday evening in the Chicago area. The newlyweds have a dream and are working hard at having it all; a home with a huge yard, many children, sunsets, and a … Continue reading
It was a sad Sunday for the Chiefs and their fans
I don’t often watch football but I was in Kansas City with a preponderance of people who love the KC Chiefs. I was delighted to sit and sketch their expressions while the Chiefs battled their rival, the Buffalo Bills. It … Continue reading
Posted in Body Language, Facial Expression, Telling a Story
Tagged Body Language, Chiefs, Gouache, Kansas City, Sunday Football
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Wedding Congratulations to an Adventurous Couple
Saturday evening, we celebrated my nephew and his beloved. These two young people amaze me with their love of adventure, nature, and beauty, and I wanted to capture this feeling in the card I made for them.