Developing the Drawing

Last week I started with a basic tone of lines over the preliminary drawing . This design becomes the foundation to build … More

Beginning the Drawing

After the very small thumbnail sketches to plan how I will compose a scene, it’s time to begin the actual … More

Over the next few weeks I’m going to work through my process for planning, drawing, watercoloring and finishing a piece. … More

For some time, people have been asking me for note cards in my ink and watercolor style. I’m happy to … More

After Seaside I wanted to capture some views of Oregon’s wild and rugged coast. I knew I would find this … More

Seaside is Oregon’s classic beach town. It has a wide, flat, sandy beach that stretches for miles. Separating the beach from … More

I’ve just returned from a camping trip to the Oregon Coast. What inspiration! I just wanted to sit and soak … More

Twice this past month I’ve joined Urban Sketcher outings in my area. “My area” is a loose term. I chose these … More

Last summer I had the great fortune to be in the Canadian Rockies. I spent a day at the edge … More

While many look to drawing for mindless entertainment I love that it makes me think. I am constantly challenging … More