I love framing artwork! As rudimentary as it seems, the process can be as creative and complicated as the making of the artwork the frame displays. Even when the outcome appears simple and minimalistic…
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Glowing Jelly Fish, Photograph, 2022
Happy World Jellyfish Day!
I recently found out November 3rd has been designated World Jellyfish day. Jellyfish are an amazing species, having existed for hundreds of millions of years. The intent behind the special date is to raise awareness of their importance to the ecosystem and conservation.
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Fine Art - Markers?!
When thinking about “fine art” the typical mediums of oils, pastels, and charcoal are quick to come to mind. However, recently I’ve discovered that even modern-day mediums not generally associated with fine art can be used to create something at that level. After being inspired by some...
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One of these is [not] like the other - confronting imposter syndrome as a creative.
Lacking confidence in my work and my abilities has been a shadow cast upon my career as an artist for a very long time. Much like a real shadow, it doesn’t physically impede me from moving forward. However, it still stops me in my tracks…
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Intro to Pyrography (Wood Burning)
Pyrography is the art of burning an image onto wood. Like any other artistic medium it can be as simple or as intricate as the artist wishes. I first discovered the art form after visiting a…
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Work in Progress: Bear and Fish Wood Burning
After finishing up my previous DIY watercolour block experiment, I decided to switch things up a bit with a wood burning. It has been some time since I last worked one, however, the source of the inspiration sprang from the canvas itself. Ever the artistic packrat, I’ve had a wooden clock face stashed away in my supplies for a few years now…
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