Last June I went to Christ in the Wilderness for a 4 day retreat. Every time I visit, I’m rewarded … More
Author: Christine
In Memoriam
It is with a broken heart and many tears that I announce the passing of a dear friend, sister in … More
All Things Tiny Watercolor
93°F Hot Humid Journal Notes: I found a bench in the shade and it’s ALL MINE. I claim it. A … More
Difference Between Hahnemühle Watercolor Blocks Review
I was very fortunate to receive watercolor block samples from Hahnemühle USA out of Crystal Lake, IL, so that I … More
Photobucket.com hijacked my photos from June 2008-Oct 2010
***Thank you to an astute viewer who brought this to my attention! Yes, they want me to pay $399.99 to … More
30 Minute Quick Watercolor Sketch Churchill Woods
Just above the water, swallows chase each other under the bridge. A Baltimore Oriole makes a quick appearance, then disappears … More
Mr. Bad Raccoon Watercolor
This is Mr. Bad Raccoon. Mr. Bad Raccoon liked to visit my bird feeder at Christ in the Wilderness promptly … More
Rest Here Watercolor
There’s something about an empty bench underneath a gorgeous, shade providing tree… I couldn’t resist. Here you find rest. The … More
Forest Floor Mushrooms Watercolor Sketch
I have a choice. I can let worry hijack my thoughts or I can just say, no, to them. It’s … More
Difference Between Watercolor Underwash and Pastel/Turpentine Underwash with a Pastel Painting
What is an underwash? With a pastel painting, it is the first layer of the painting. Why are underwashes needed? … More