Sometimes you just don’t want to get out of the car. Maybe it’s cold, rainy, or maybe you just feel … More
Tag: drawing
Once Spoke to a Crow… drawing
I once spoke to a crow. I cawed. He answered. He cawed some more. (Me: quickly counting “caws”). I replied … More
It’s a Boy! Update on Polyphemus Cocoon
Do you remember last year when a Polyphemus caterpillar visited my house? (Click on the link to see post with … More
A Polyphemus Came to My House One Day
One day when I least expected it, I had a visitor from nature. I was sitting on the floor of … More
Before the Snow Autumn Tree Watercolor
Today this tree is covered in white. It looks nothing like this painting. Perhaps there are a few less leaves … More
Let’s Draw a Rabbit (for kids and adults who want to have fun)!
I have the most amazing job ever. I’m a naturalist who has the privilege of teaching people (mostly children) about … More
Difference Between Oil Pastels and Soft Pastels
When creating with pastels, what’s the difference between oil pastels and soft pastels? Let me show you! First off, simple … More
Room to Grow American Basswood Drawing
45°F Overcast, Fog Chorus frogs sing in the background. Heavy fog in the air. Moss covers trunks and branches so … More
For the Love of Winter Trees
Winter brings out the true character of a tree, exposing every branch, every twig. It reveals the very essence, divulges … More
Rough Sketch – Cicada Shell
Vanity – n., 1 anything that is in vain or futile 2 worthlessness or futility 3 being vain, or too … More