Everyone knows that if you stand on a railroad track that extends straight into the distance, it appears to become smaller and … More
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A Fresh Start
Recently a friend and I were comparing notes about list making. Every morning I make a new list for the day. Once … More
The P Word
Thus far we’ve talked about three ways of representing three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface: overlapping shapes, diminishing size, and … More
Creating Depth
How do you draw a road that goes for a miles, or mountains in the distance, the fullness of a shade tree … More
Keep it Simple
One question I’m frequently asked is, “How do you know what to put into a drawing and how do you decide … More
Positive or Negative?
I’m usually a pretty positive person. I make an effort to avoid negativity. Except in art. Learning to see and … More
Happy Halloween!
In honor of Halloween, I’m going to draw some pumpkins. Recently I joined some friends to draw and paint at a … More
Selecting a Subject
For many, simply selecting a subject to draw can be a fearsome task, let alone finding the right vantage point, … More
A New View of Autumn Leaves
I love the brilliance of Fall colors. Since I live in a predominantly green part of the world, the … More
Drawing a Cucumber
Today, I’m just going to draw. There’s no better way to improve drawing skills than to practice. Draw everyday if you … More
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