On our recent trip to Acadia, I wanted a souvenir. Not one that would be ordinary though. One that I could use, something functional. I found a hand-bound leather journal and my expectations soared. It is...
A fancy Sunday chicken dinner. Not something that I typically do too much with, but since my father gave me a beautiful 8 lb chicken that he cared for and slaughtered himself, I can not resist. He also shared...
This week’s lesson in the Love Art Happy Life was on Gustav Klimt and the task was to do a Klimt-inspired piece as homework. I continue to recommend this e-course as it is helping me think about art...
I don’t believe I ever knew the drive and dedication of Henri Matisse. Inspired by Matisse Learning about him this week during my Love Art, Happy Life lesson was inspiring. I often contemplate what I...
The Boxed app comes through courtesy of the Ibotta app. Like Jet, it is an online shopping resource for groceries and other bulk needs. I have pros and cons for this app, as while it has proven useful, it is...
So. Turns out that not all paper is watercolor friendly, no matter the poundage. I did not know this when I bought the art journal I started to transform into my very own Necronomicon. I think I may have...
This sketched scene is from our visit to the Gettysburg National Military Park in April 2016. Since I have already written a bit on this visit, I would encourage investigation into earlier posts for more of...
You heard it. I got nothin’. I have nothing to gather up and discuss on my photography or what I have learned this week on how to use my camera more effectively. I haven’t taken a single picture...