Category Archives: Botanical Drawing
The Eight-Hour Bee
When I was first learning to draw back in 2015, I read an article about a drawing class where the students spent 20 weeks working on a nose. I’m assuming that each class lasted for at least an hour, so
The Eight-Hour Bee
When I was first learning to draw back in 2015, I read an article about a drawing class where the students spent 20 weeks working on a nose. I’m assuming that each class lasted for at least an hour, so
What Does It Mean to be an Artist?
Anyone can learn the proper techniques to follow in art, but that alone does not make one an artist.
What Does It Mean to be an Artist?
Anyone can learn the proper techniques to follow in art, but that alone does not make one an artist.
Losing It
“I’ve finally got it all together…I just don’t remember where I put it.” I’ve always loved that quote, and it’s never been more apt than it has since I became “an artist”. Having always been a creative individual, I’m accustomed
Losing It
“I’ve finally got it all together…I just don’t remember where I put it.” I’ve always loved that quote, and it’s never been more apt than it has since I became “an artist”. Having always been a creative individual, I’m accustomed
You Can’t Go Wrong with Chives
I love chives. Really, I love all herbs, and my little herb garden is a wondrous source of delight in my life. It’s great to slip out the front door, pick a few fresh herbs, and use them in cooking.
You Can’t Go Wrong with Chives
I love chives. Really, I love all herbs, and my little herb garden is a wondrous source of delight in my life. It’s great to slip out the front door, pick a few fresh herbs, and use them in cooking.
Thoughts on Drawing from Nature
When I first began drawing, I had flowers on my mind. In looking back over the years, it seems many of my favorite artworks and illustrations have been vases of flowers. I love trees, river scenes, seascapes, and views of
Thoughts on Drawing from Nature
When I first began drawing, I had flowers on my mind. In looking back over the years, it seems many of my favorite artworks and illustrations have been vases of flowers. I love trees, river scenes, seascapes, and views of
