Travel and Nature Sketching


For many years I had the privilege of traveling to Australia a couple of times a year, yet it was not until my last trip, the twentieth time, that I finally saw the icon of Australia, a kangaroo. And even then it was from a train window as Tricia (Travels Through My Lens) and I…

Nature Sketching vs. Botanical Illustrations,o


Elisa is a friend of mine, the daughter-in-law of my friend Tim. She is one of those artists whose work leaves me speechless. Elisa does botanical illustrations, a specific form of art not for the weak of heart. Botanical Illustrations must be scientifically accurate in all ways, color, proportions, and details. They are often artistic,…

Nature Sketching Workshop


I am so thrilled to be partnering with Nature Together to do a workshop on sketching nature – hopefull there will be more in the future. Nature Together Sketching Wednesday April 17, 10am-12.30pm at Nature Together shop in Mukilteo, Washington $60 includes Professional travel size watercolor pallet Waterbrush Micron 02 pen Sketchpad theTravelsketcher’s tip sheet…

Piling on the beach at Mukilteo


Ask most folks, those who have even heard of Mukilteo that is, what is here and the first response is most likely the ferry to Whidbey Island. Those with a bit more knowledge of the area will identify the Lighthouse and it’s park. A few will of course know that Ivar’s has a restaurant on…

Yes! You can travelsketch. April 13, Mukilteo, Wa


If you have ever wished that you could capture travel moments with pen and paint, BUT think you “can’t draw,” then this is for you. All levels are welcome and will pick up tips and tricks, but special attention will be given to a basic technique that may be different than you have tried. I…