Laura Kate

Somehow I don’t think about koalas at Christmas. Very cute cookie.

Beautiful cat.

Can you share a photograph of your Lego advent calendar? It sounds delightful.

Wonderful lights and gorgeous shadows. I particularly like the London landscapes.

Wow! I’ve never seen such a large flock of cardinals before. In my part of the world they seem to stick to pairs.

It’s the American Christopher Robin!

Amen to all. Love your watercolors.

Wonderful doodle wash today! What is the name of that little warbler? I would love to draw/paint him.

This is a wonderful owl doodlewash. I like owls also, and knitted one as a toy for my granddaughter. Phineas may just be reacting as if he were “owl prey,” which, by the way, is a possibility. My sympathies lie with the dog.

Nice drawing. Charlie, could you write a few words about working with the brush-tipped pens? I bought one for drawing during Inktober, but never really got the hang of using it.

“Whatever you are terrified of most, …try next.” I guess that suggests watercolor for me. Now I am wondering what I am so scared of?

Valerie, your style is very inspiring! Thank you for sharing your process. I would like to try some of your techniques.

This sketch and post made me chuckle. Thanks for the day-brightener.

Hi, Brenda. I really like hearing about your process. As a beginning artist I am keen to learn about different techniques and methods. Thank you for sharing.

Wow, this image has a bit of everything: still life, animal drawing, landscape and architectural detail. This must have taken extra time to draw.

Your drawing seems to vibrate with energy.

Lisa nailed it on how to do “ice breakers.” Just keep asking questions and listen to answers. Sooner or later you will discover someone with common ground.

I like that you broke your rule about drawing people. It’s a fine self-portrait.

Tony, I love your enthusiasm. And, of course, your work.

I tend to agree with you about Phineas’ painting efforts. He just wants to be with his people and participate in your endeavors. I had a dog who wanted to dig in the garden, but only when I was digging in the garden. It was comical, though he often barely escaped an accidental knock in the head with my spade.