Summer Sketched


This and that in my sketchbook. It's been awhile since I've drawn purely for fun, so yesterday called for coffee out and some time to doodle. I have all sorts of ideas I want to tackle in the next few weeks, now that my deadlines have eased up. Topping that list, paradoxically, is taking some time to recharge my batteries, in the interest of introspection and experimentation. And in keeping with that, I'm hoping to update this space more frequently while the time allows. Huzzah for Summer!

And speaking of Summer, if you'd like a way to keep track of your warm weather reads, I made this handy printable book list last year.



July

 
Since our last transmission:

* I've finished artwork for Finding Wild, by Megan Wagner Lloyd. Coming out Summer 2016, it's been a delight to illustrate. I can't wait to share more in the coming months about this book.

* I have a backlog of prints as well as some scarfs that'll be winging their way into my Etsy shop throughout the month.

* Aside from that, I'm attempting to root a Bird of Paradise cutting, binging on episodes of Agatha Raisin and itching to sew the Dottie Angel frock pattern.

* And a belated Happy Canada Day and an early Happy July 4th!

Highways and Byways

 
 
 

The view from these parts and the spaces in between. Things are green, growing and good.

Assorted Things:

* I've been taking an etching class Monday nights at Chases's Garage and just finished up this week. I absolutely loved the course and the instructor was terrific. Stepping aside from a computer monitor and getting inky hands was just what the doctor ordered. Also, running prints is a major bicep workout. Win-win!

* Ne Quittez Pas is well-worth the watch.

* The library at Phillips Exeter is 110% a good idea for a visit.

The Mushroom Gatherers


Something from earlier in the spring, back when green, growing things seemed as farfetched as mushroom gathering maidens.