Letters from the Atelier

Two commissions, one summer, and the art of balance

Two commissions, one summer, and the art of balance

#5 Letter from the Atelier This month, which also marks the beginning of year two in my challenge to become a full-time artist, Is off to a strong start. It...
What I Learned in One Year of Trying to Make a Living from My Art

What I Learned in One Year of Trying to Make a Living from My Art

#5 Letter from the Atelier One year ago, I made a decision:  to give myself one year to try and make a living as a full-time artist. It was a...
I finished a sketchbook ( for the first Time )

I finished a sketchbook ( for the first Time )

#4 Letter from the Atelier Hey there, Something a little different this week: I just finished a sketchbook, for the very first time, and I wanted to share a few...
Improving at Drawing Without Burning Out

Improving at Drawing Without Burning Out

#3 Letter from the Atelier Hey there, Let’s be honest:  when we want to get better at art, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. One tutorial here, one online course there,...
Designing an art studio that works for YOU

Designing an art studio that works for YOU

#2 Letter from the Atelier Hi there, In today’s letter, I want to share how I designed a studio that truly works for me, and help you reflect on how...
Starting over ( or almost )

Starting over ( or almost )

#1 Letter from the Atelier Hi there,Thank you so much for being here. This is the very first letter, and it means a lot to me that you’re reading it.I...