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Monthly Archives: July 2020
The Mysterious Clockface Revelation
Welcome to gym class for artists. No, I am not kidding. Pull out your pens and sketchbooks, kick off your shoes, and get ready to be amazed. We are going to draw analog clock faces. Whether you are an artist … Continue reading
Grounded…but in a good way
I gave myself another treat today—as my reward for donning shoes and a visor and a mask and venturing forth into the semi-safe great outdoors for some welcome exercise, I indulged in an iced coffee and a sweet at my … Continue reading
Posted in Look-at-That! Pouches, Musings on Life, Pen & Ink, Watercolor
Tagged Community, Inspiration, Integrity, Mentors, Perseverance
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Gentle Momentum
I was talking with a friend recently about the difference between inspiration and duty. Sure enough, within 12 hours, I came across not one but three webinars whose focus was on just that, so here we are. Have you ever … Continue reading