Needing a change or maybe a challenge, I decided to try something different; graphite wash pencils and a little … More
Category: nature
Let’s Paint Woodland Phlox!
One of my all-time favorite wildflower is the Woodland Phlox. In many photos you usually see this plant as a blue … More
Some Paintings Don’t Make It
This morning I was all excited about the Canyon Columbine I found last Tuesday. I tried to make a pastel … More
Class at Sagawau
I’m currently studying to become a Master Naturalist in the state of Illinois, a class which takes us to various … More
Let’s Paint a Hawk Feather!
While hiking I found the greatest feather ever! From tip to tip it is 13 inches…wow that’s HUGE! So let’s … More
Jack in the Pulpit Sketch
Happy Earth Day! My gift to you? A Jack in the Pulpit sketch… I live in the Midwest which is … More
Oh the Blessings of Spring Sketch
The redbuds flaunt above, While the bluebells boast below. As if a competition, a race to allure the viewer… I the … More
Let’s Paint a Spring Trail!
This is going to be a step-by-step demonstration on how to do a watercolor sketch. Sketches are quicker and looser … More
Spring Woodland Wildflowers
Spring wildflowers are in bloom right now on the forest floor, but you have to hurry for they do not … More
Turtlehead Lake Birds
Oh boy do I love spring when the birds return! It’s so exciting to see a bird you have never … More