A Bit Of Cake
For our optional prompt of “Strawberry Shortcake” today, I sketched a slice on a plate with a fork. I had to sketch this one from imagination because I’ve yet to…
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REVIEW: Lightwish Portable Watercolor Travel Set
The Portable Watercolor Travel Set from Lightwish is a compact 6‑ring binder that includes a detachable 18‑well palette, an easy‑to‑clean ceramic mixing area, 20 sheets of hot press paper, and…
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Peace & Quiet
For our last optional March prompt of “Macaw” today, I sketched a couple of them cuddling up together. With everything that’s happening in the world, life can seem a bit…
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Movie Night
For the optional prompt of “Popcorn” today, I made a sketch of a bucket of movie theater popcorn. On Fridays lately, Philippe and I have been eating Thai food and…
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A Little Luck
For the optional prompt of “Spectacles” today, I made a sketch of a little pup dressed up and ready to wish you a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m actually…
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BOOK REVIEW: “Watercolor Wizardry” by Kiara Maharaj
Watercolor Wizardry: Paint Your Own Fantasy Forest Dimension with 25 Step-by-Step Tutorials takes an unconventional approach to teaching watercolor. In the introduction, author Kiara Maharaj likens watercolor painting to a…
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Fading Memories
For the optional prompt of “Camera” today, I made a sketch of a little puppy discovering a Polaroid picture. I used to love taking pictures with a Polaroid camera, though…
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REVIEW: Paul Rubens Square Cold Press Watercolor Sketchbook
The Paul Rubens Square Coldpress Sketchbook has a relaxed, easygoing feel while still giving you solid, reliable materials to work with. The leatherette cover looks nice without trying too hard,…
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Happy Dance
For the optional prompt of “Owl” today, I made a little sketch of one dancing. As it gets closer to spring, I’ve been in a rather happy mood. Even though…
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Happy Little Things
For the optional prompt of “Bear” today, I decided to sketch a little teddy bear holding some flowers. After a brief return of a few colder days, the weather here…
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In The Moment
For the optional prompt of “Turtle” today, I decided to sketch a little tortoise on a rock. The last few weeks have been rather busy for me so I wanted…
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REVIEW: LIGHTWISH Mini Watercolor Sketchbook
The Mini Watercolor Sketchbook from Lightwish fits in your hand and comes in Cold Press and Hot Press. This paper is a ‘handy’ size for travel, for quick works, and…
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