Louise's ARTiculations
The Difference Between a Sketchbook and a Journal. Most artists will keep either a sketchbook or a journal, and some, like me, keep both. So what is the difference? A journal usually includes a bit of writing. A … Read More
Sophie, a very relaxed dog…as long as I am close by! “We live our lives as if nothing is a miracle. Dogs live their lives as if everything is a miracle.” (aplacetolovedogs.com) This post was first published in July 2015 … Read More
Lynn Payne – creating all my life. My parents encouraged my artistic pursuits – they were art collectors and both studied painting. My father had a degree in architecture and could always point out if my perspective was off or … Read More
Two mastiff portraits. Tito Tito (on the left) enjoys strolling in the park at night. Don’t expect him to be too attentive to your needs though as he is easily distracted by all the lovely scents wafting about in the … Read More
Shirley Rose Cockburn’s creative journey begins in Singapore. I am a progressive artist working in gouaches, watercolors, acrylic and gold leaf. While living in Singapore in the early 90s, I studied paper making and marbling, together with calligraphy. I was … Read More
Annoying Patty, on Zoom, has more than one question! Meet Patty, the Zoom Face that you wish did not show up for meetings. She is the one who never prepares for meetings ahead of time. Even though the boss … Read More
Flowers for February or any time. February on Instagram is the month of #28februaryflowers or #28februaryflowers2021. This year, for the first time, I am offering a limited number of florals I painted on glass ornaments. In addition, I … Read More
Dutch Sheepdog, (Schapendoes), Lupin on wood slice. Lupin is the most recent of several Schapendoes I have painted over the years for one client. Schapendoes are originally from the Netherlands where they were known for herding flocks of … Read More
Sue Clancy: inspiration is everywhere. I began drawing daily as a child when I lived with my grandmother. She kept a stack of paper and a chipped ceramic cup full of pencils and pens in a corner of her kitchen. … Read More
