Color Swatches (with Photos) of the Derwent ColourSoft Pencils – 72 Count

I have another color swatch to share! And this is a treat because it’s the 72-Count Derwent ColourSoft Pencils set which I’ve been so excited to dig into. I love this line and up until this point only had the 12-count set which is fantastic.
A Peek Inside My Minted Order

I recently treated myself to my first Minted order and I couldn’t wait to see it in person. Today, I’m sharing a peek at how it arrived. This is a short and sweet pause and celebration for myself but it’s also for those who are considering ordering a Minted art print but aren’t sure what […]
Color Swatches (with Photos) of the Winsor & Newton Designer Gouache 10-Tube Set

Over the holiday I was gifted my first Winsor & Newton gouache set and I’ve been waiting for the right time to crack it open and see how it compares to some of my other gouache paints. I’ve only heard good things about these paints and I’ve never been able to get my hands on it until now, so unpacking and playing with each color was truly a treat. This post shares what I see as I soak in the first time.
Celebrating Two Years as a Minted Artist

Two years ago, I submitted my work to Minted without fully knowing where it would lead. Since then, I’ve had a few people ask how I became a Minted artist and what that really entails so I wanted to take a moment to share a bit about the path, what it’s meant for my work, and how it’s unfolded so far.
A New Home For My Writing

My blog has a new home! I started writing on Substack last May and while I only have 12 or so reads, it’s something I’ve enjoyed and plan to prioritize more this year. Substack was a great place to start but as I begin to invest more intentionally in my business, it felt like the […]