"Even if all the trees in the world are cut, I can still
paint them."
I am a regular columnist and editor for ArtTrader Magazine. Here is a list of articles that I have written for ArtTrader. You can download the PDF versions of all of our issues here.
"Artistic Journeys: Developing a Creative Space": Describes the process of developing an art studio or other creative space. Emphasizes organizing your supplies, decorating, and storage.
"Artist Trading Cards: The Basics" with Judithann Illingworth. Describes how to create ATCs, basic terminology, and information about trading.
"Assemblage Art Charms": Describes how to create small art charms out of found objects and other odd bits.
"Artistic Journeys: Overcoming Artist's Block" with Bonnie Driscoll. It describes techniques to overcome artist's block and other creative inspirational ideas.
"Reduction Block Printing: Victorian House Walkthrough": Describes how to create a simple block print using a reduction printing approach.
"Artistic Journeys: Making Handmade Paper" Describes how to make handmade paper from recycled papers and other fibers.
"Artistic Journeys: Altered Art": Introduces readers to the world of altered art: altered books, altered bottles, and so forth!
"In Search of an Even Black Line: Pen Possibilities" with Bonnie Driscoll. Describes the different pen options an artist has--dip pens, techncial pens, and artist pens, and how to use each.
"Artistic Journeys: Watercolor Pencils": Provides a step-by-step walkthrough about using colored pencils and also describes common techniques for watercolor pencil usage.
"Swap Hosting 101: Part I": Describes how to host a swap, including writing good swap descriptions and recruiting participants.
"What is Whimsy Art?": Provides a short introduction to whimsy art, including describing color, stylization, and features.