“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” Vincent Van Gogh The foreground of a painting acts as an invitation to allow the eye to move comfortably to the focal point. In a way, it is a promise that the viewer will enjoy the journey. An inviting foreground is like an eye-catching welcome mat against a front door. It makes one Continue Reading
The Quickdraw Challenge
“Sketching regularly requires you to pay close attention to the visual world around you. With practice, you begin to see things you never noticed before.” —Paul Laseau One of my favorite creative activities is the Quickdraw Challenge. The idea is to set a timer for a specified amount of time, such as an hour, and practice in your medium of choice. How to Continue Reading