Illustrate (Without Erasers)

We often like to use an eraser when drawing to clean mistakes.  I've told my students to hide the eraser & draw without using one.  It's fine to draw outside the lines or even color outside the lines.  That's where the artistic magic occurs!  Don't worry about the mistakes.  Keep drawing & let your art unfold into a creative inspiration.

Encouraging Thoughts

Writing a note or a letter with encouraging thoughts or positive words can inspire others.  Do you like to receive handwritten notes or cards?  Share your inspiring thoughts with others on a postcard, letter, or even written on a rock. :)

Art for Spring

Spring has arrived with blooming tulips & the warmth of the sun.  I drew these on cardstock using colored pencils.  Draw tulips using a variety of Spring colors.

Books To Inspire You

Do you have a favorite book?  What were the creative elements in the book?  Did a quote inspire you?  Draw a sketch that illustrates your thoughts after reading.

Drawing Birds

The Spring season brings the flight of colorful birds.  Take a photo of your favorite bird that visits your home.  Take a sketchbook & a pencil.  Use the photo as the subject to draw the bird.  Add color & a background image to complete the art.

Card Designs

I enjoy illustrating cards.  Here are a few designs I drew using markers & colored pencils.  I also place the cards in clear envelopes to keep the cards clean & for presentation.

Paper Cards

A quick way of making a greeting card is simply by using a sheet of paper.  Take a paper of any size then fold it in half.  Draw your favorite art on the front & write a special greeting on the inside.