I’ve had a little idea in my brain for a while, to sketch out what goes on in my head. This isn’t all of it – nothing could be – but it’s a bit of a peek at the creative chaos that goes on! (And this blog post accidentally went live early if subscribers have seen this before…now the video is there!)
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I’ll be using my TWSBI Eco pens on this drawing, the F and EF size nibs; it’s on Blick’s bristol – definitely not a paper I’d recommend for fountain pen work! I need to use it up though, just a few sheets and I can gain some space back in the studio!
The left “pie chart” shows how I spend my time. A little over a quarter on YouTube videos, approximately the same on classes, a little on social media. Of the things you don’t see: 1/3 on private projects for friends, family, and my home; plein air and sketching; and idea-brainstorms!
In the center section – decisions about the project at hand. Stamp set, medium, schedule, storytelling, recipient, theme/season, art lesson (color, technique)…..not all in that order!
The last piechart is where my art projects go. Friends and family, public servants, patrons, and art buyers!
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- TWSBI Eco Fountain Pen Extra fine| Fine| Medium
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I’ve followed you for a while now, you have the honour of getting me into card making itself but also remains my me of how much I enjoyed art as a younger person. Thank watch most of your videos as I learn from you constantly update n many mediums. Loved watching this, listening to you & seeing the process flow. Please stay healthy, safe and happy, keep creating x
Wow, Sandy, you are so talented! Awesome!
Thanks for pie chart pen and ink drawing. So inspirational. I belong to a Urbab sketchers group, but am to shy to participate. Your work will help me to gain confidence to go forward. Keep up the good work.
This is amazing Sandy. I don’t know how you can sleep at night with all the ideas you have in your head! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and idea process!
Video is “Unavailable”, Sandy –
Gah. Mis-scheduled post