I recently signed up for another free online class from Michael’s. This one was on “Watercolor Herbs”. Being a lover … More
Category: Botanical Drawing
Frills and Fussy Bits
Before I learned to draw, I doodled — mostly flowers. Flowers are fun and fairly easy to doodle. Even now … More
Nature Journaling
I’m very glad I’ve learned the basic “how-to’s” of nature journaling. Although our weather was quite uncooperative for a while … More
Celebrating Earth Day
As a landscape artist and a lover of nature, I have a deep reverence and appreciation for Earth Day. This … More
Sometimes I Surprise Myself
If you’ve been reading this blog, you already know that I’m not a botanical artist. I love seeing those exquisite, … More
The Eight-Hour Bee
When I was first learning to draw back in 2015, I read an article about a drawing class where the … More
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 … More
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 … More
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 … More