A Bit Of Surprise
For our prompt of “Frame” today, I made a quick sketch of a little cat discovering a frame with a mouse in it. I’m not entirely sure why this came to mind first, but that’s…
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A Friendly Pumpkin
For our prompt of “Jack-O’-Lantern” today, I made a quick sketch of a happy little pumpkin. I love the beautiful blue of an autumn sky. It’s a particularly wonderful complement to all the orange leaves…
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BOOK REVIEW: “Scenes from Japan Books I & II” by Kendric Tonn
Have you ever been inspired by the beauty of Japan, visited the country, or wished you could? Kendric Tonn’s Scenes from Japan, Books I and II, offer a delightful way to discover and enjoy memorable…
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Sweet Bites
For our prompt of “Cinnamon Roll” today, I made a sketch of one on a plate with a small dessert fork. My husband Philippe and I always use small forks at home when eating a…
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REVIEW: LIGHTWISH Travel Watercolor Set, 24 Colors Compact Art Kit
The LIGHTWISH Travel Watercolor Set, 24 Colors Compact Art Kit has been described as a “5-Second Studio,” and for good reason. It includes 24 paints in a slide-out tray, a ceramic mixing palette, two brushes,…
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Pumpkin Season
For our prompt of “Black Cat” today, I made a little sketch of one peeking out from behind some pumpkins. I’m so thrilled for the autumn season and always look forward to seeing all the…
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BOOK REVIEW: “Watercolor in the Garden” by Jane Carkill
Watercolor in the Garden: Paint a Charming World of Beautiful Songbirds, Baby Animals, Flowers and More by Jane Carkill is her second book, offering another set of 30 tutorials featuring foliage, flora, fungi, and delightful…
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A Colorful Mood
For our prompt of “Koi Betta” today, I made a little sketch of one and painted it in a rainbow of colors. I was going to use just autumn colors, but I then got a…
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Happy Hopping!
For our prompt of “Jerboa” today, I made a little sketch of one. I’ve sketched so many animals over the years, but this is only the second time I’ve ever sketched this particular kind. They’re…
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BOOK REVIEW: “Mandala Hope” by Alice Hendon
Mandala Hope: Tangle All Around is the tenth book by Alice Hendon, and it stands out from the earlier volumes. Those have primarily been activity books and planners. While this edition does include ten blank…
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Beyond The Stars
For our prompt of “Moon” today, I made a sketch of a red fox under a night sky. I love staring up into a sky full of stars. It’s particularly fantastic when I’m able to…
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REVIEW: Fuumuui CREAMORA 24-Color Opaque Semi-Solid Watercolor Paint Set | Dreamy Macaron
The first thing I thought when I opened the Fuumuui CREAMORA 24-Color Opaque Semi-Solid Watercolor Paint Set | Dreamy Macaron—was magical! At that point, I didn’t know anything about the performance of the paints, but…
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