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Why I’m Blogging in 2026 (When Everyone Says Blogs Are Dead)
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read “blogging is dead” lately. The phrase gives me a little kick every time — I start wondering about my own blog, its purpose, and why I keep coming back to such a “dead” platform. This post isn’t about telling you what … Read more
Travel & Plein Air
Watercolor Retreat FAQ — Everything I Get Asked About Painting Trips
If you’re considering an art retreat or workshop, here’s what I wish someone had told me before I went on my first one. After the FAQs below, you’ll have all … Read more
Travel & Plein Air
Two Weeks of Painting in Lisbon & Marrakech: What I Packed, What I Painted, and What I Learned
Well, I’m back. And I have a LOT to share. A few weeks ago, I spent ten days on a watercolor travel painting adventure through Lisbon and Marrakech — sketching … Read more
Travel & Plein Air
My Travel Sketch Kit for Lisbon & Marrakech (2026 Edition)
What’s in my watercolor travel sketch kit for 10 days of painting in Lisbon and Marrakech? Brushes, palette, sketchbook, bag, and the packing philosophy behind it
Artist Journal
2025 in Review: A Year of Practice, Pressure, and Progress
It’s that time of year when we pause and take stock — and this year, I have a lot to reflect on! Outside of (and including) art, this was a … Read more
Travel & Plein Air
Watercolor Retreat in France: 9 Days at Perigord Retreats (Review)
Hello there! I’m finally sitting down to share my retreat in southern France — a trip I had no real intention of taking when the year started, and one that … Read more
Art Practice
April-June 2025 Watercolor Practice Focus: Water
Hello, hello! Another day, another post! I’ve been a bit quieter than I hoped — but this time, it’s because I’ve been ✨busy✨. That’s busy, in a good way! Traveling … Read more
Color Exploration
Color Exploration: Indanthrone Blue (PB60)
Hello there! I hope you’re staying warm — it’s been quite a cold and snowy winter here. I’ve been holed up away from the weather, so I figured it’s a … Read more
Art Practice
January 2025 Recap — Watercolor Practice: Skies
January is finally over! Whew, that felt like the longest month of my life — anyone else? I feel like a bit of a broken record in writing this — … Read more
Art Practice
January Watercolor Practice Focus: Skies
In my last post, I shared that I was reestablishing my art practice. In doing so, I’m committing to just 20 minutes a day of art (but I’m always happy … Read more
Artist Journal
Hello, 2025
New year, new me. No, really — I feel like a whole new human right about now. I mentioned in my first post that I started this blog as a … Read more