Hello, Friends! It’s time to dive into another book. This one’s a classic! Everyone knows The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards. I’ve had this book for a while, but I never actually did all the exercises, in order, cover to cover, until now. Here’s what I found: […]
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Book Review: Sketchbook Confidential: Secrets from the private sketches of over 40 master artists
I love (love!) looking at the sketchbooks of artists, almost more than looking at the finished works themselves. So, when I saw this book and recognized some of the artists on its list, I ordered it and waited impatiently. Sketchbook Confidential did not disappoint. I was also happy to discover many great artists that I […]
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Book Review: The Creative License by Danny Gregory
Though I’ve never met him, Danny Gregory isn’t a stranger to me. I had come across his works of visual journaling a few times prior and was later given The Creative License by someone very special. During that time, many years ago, my creative-self was at an all-time low and they hoped this book would […]
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5 Books for the Beginner (or Restarting) Artist
Sometimes we just need a kick-start in the right direction. Although the intention was always there, it’s been a while since I’ve drawn seriously. As such, I’ve decided to reboot! It’s helpful to get back to basics after a long period of not creating (or even during a really tough art block). What better way to begin than […]