art
Turning over a new leaf
Why my approach to art has come full circle and what I discovered along the way.
books
Sketchnotes on the fly
I recently had the opportunity to practice some sketchnoting techniques from Mike Rohde’s book, The Sketchnote Handbook during a presentation given by fly fishing expert Gary Borger at the 2023 Fly Fishing Show in Pleasanton, California. While I did my best to prepare ahead of time for my first
mindset
Rest, not quit
How being unproductive can help you be more productive.
art
365 Skies (2023)
Follow along as I paint a windowscape each morning for a year. I share tips and insights about what I learn along the way.
art
Different strokes for different folks
I’ve fallen head-over-heels for brush pens. Here’s how their expressive (and oftentimes unpredictable) strokes are helping me become a more flexible person.
art
Head in the clouds with skyscapitos
Got a few minutes? Skyscapitos are an easy way to get your head in the clouds and connect with nature.
art
Lessons learned from a 30-day nature journaling challenge
Considering a 30-day art challenge? Here are some of my insights after completing Marley Peifer's Wild Wonder nature journaling challenge.
podcasts
Podcast interview: Journaling with Nature
I recently joined Bethan Burton as a guest on her podcast, “Journaling with Nature”.
art
Artfelt
Getting to the heart of why I make art.
art
Geeking outside with nature journaling supplies
What’s in my nature journaling bag? My favorite little goodies and nature journaling supplies, including trash bags to help me help the places I love.
podcasts
Why I haven’t found my style (and how I plan to)
The style struggle is real! How an episode of The Sketchnote Army is helping me navigate a particularly awkward artistic challenge.
habits
Drawing in circles
Here's why community might be the very thing you need to help you make your drawing habit stick.