2023-10-12 14:50
I have had a lot of website problems lately and I think in the last repair I lost some posts. While I haven’t been on many artist dates in the last month, I have still been practicing… Read More
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2023-07-20 21:41
A couple weeks ago I decided to restart The Artist’s Way. However, the last time, as life changing as it was, I struggled with one essential aspect — the artist’s date. I e… Read More
2021-06-01 16:35
Me: Hey Jerk, wanna come with me today and try being a service dog again? Gunnar: F*ck yes. I don’t know why you quit taking me in the first place. I’m amazing and my adoring pub… Read More
2021-02-08 13:02
If you go to your grave without painting your masterpiece, it will not get painted. No one else can paint it. Gordan MacKenzie
Why do you never see elephants hiding in trees?
Source L… Read More
2021-02-03 13:02
I don’t know how long it has been since I attempted 30 paintings in 30 days. I haven’t even had the energy to consider trying. I was very excited to give it a go this year… Read More
2021-02-01 13:02
The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want. Ben Stein
Did you hear that Arnold Schwarzenegger will be doing a movie about classi… Read More
2021-01-18 13:02
The Best Way To Get Started Is To Quit Talking And Begin Doing.Walt Disney
What did the horse say after it tripped?
“Help! I’ve fallen and I can’t giddyup!”
Th… Read More
2020-12-02 19:23
This is what I want from my artist dates! First, let’s get the business out of the way. I received a two free trial for Skillshare and if you would like 2 free weeks instead of the typ… Read More
2020-11-25 21:28
My artist date this week was very meta. I spent an hour researching artist dates. I used pinterest and made this Artist Dates Idea board. I also made a few blog post drafts with the artist d… Read More
2020-11-19 21:07
Part 1
These are the people who inspire me and make me want to paint.
If you could chose 5 people from any time frame to be in your “squad” or inner circle, who would it be… Read More
2020-07-23 00:15
I am still working on the artist date project from this week. I went to the Goodwill with my Uncle on Monday and bought a few pieces of art to transform. Nothing crazy. Just practicing hand… Read More
2020-07-13 16:38
I think I’m on 5. Yesterday started out as one of “those days.” I over slept by 2 hours so I missed my walk with my cousin, I couldn’t find the zoom info for an impor… Read More
2020-07-08 18:26
Here are some sketches from last week. I’m trying to get back into the daily habit of sketching. Mainly because I just love having these masonry galleries on my blog.
The post… Read More
2020-07-05 23:25
I kind of did two dates this week. I went to the art store. I bought some watercolor ink to try. Lemon Yellow, Turquoise Blue, (Affiliate Links)
I like them, but I’m not in love wit… Read More
2020-06-28 22:15
Artist’s Date 5! I’m impressed with myself. This week, my inner artist was cranky. She did not want to do anything. Normally, I would feel overwhelmed and think, forget it. I hav… Read More
2020-06-23 18:50
Here are the first pages of my Shabbat binder. I am definitely not an illustrator, but these were fun. I printed everything on Arches 140lb paper and used this book (affiliate link) for idea… Read More
2020-06-23 17:10
My third artist’s date. I’m on a roll. I used a template from this book (affiliate link). Actually, I combined two to add the Magen David in the center. I’m making myself a… Read More
2020-06-15 23:14
Artist’s Date Week 2 (6/14/2020)
I did more color mixing. Dots this time. I even recorded the process and learned how to do voice overs in iMovie. I’m pretty proud of myself f… Read More
2020-06-07 22:48
(The Amazon links below are affiliate links. I get paid if you buy the books from the links, but I haven’t been paid to discuss the books.)
Last week I decided it was time to revisi… Read More
2020-06-05 22:45
I found a couple of half used sketch books so I thought I would share one. It’s kind of silly. It’s from a class I took so we were trying a few different styles. The nightmare ma… Read More
2020-06-01 23:24
I need to get something off my chest. I recently saw a discussion on how Cyan Magenta Yellow is the real primary color combination, not Red Yellow Blue.
I need to explain why CMY and RYB… Read More
2019-06-23 16:18
I grabbed one of my first finished sketchbooks and pulled out a few of the better ones. I would have shared all the pages, but it’s large and won’t fit on the scanner. I hate edi… Read More
2019-06-17 18:07
I know, it’s Monday, but here’s my sketchbook from Paris. My niece met me there after my week in the Netherlands and we spent our time walking around and taking in everything we… Read More
2019-06-04 21:29
Last year, I was invited to Holland to teach a three day masterclass in watercolor on claybord. You may remember the story from here.
via GIPHY
It was better than I could have imagined… Read More
2019-05-11 00:02
(Most images are from the respective business’ website or instagram.)
Last Tuesday, mother nature decided to rain on my parade. I had hoped to go for a walk on a nature trail or may… Read More
2019-05-08 12:02
A rant.
I have never wanted to be Beyoncé for a day so badly in my life.
via GIPHY
The Louvre is a giant trash can for some of the most beautiful art ever created. I just w… Read More
2019-05-05 23:31
This is from my sketchbook when I went to Groesbeek to teach a watercolor on claybord workshop last month. Here’s a post Margo wrote about sketching together. At the end she’s ad… Read More
2019-05-02 12:02
If you’ll recall, in this post, I showed you a tiny travel palette I bought in the Netherlands.
Here’s what I did with it:
The color chart.All paints are Winsor & Newt… Read More
2019-04-30 16:03
On my first trip with other artists, I learned the habit of buying a sketchbook from every place I go. I never use those sketchbooks while I’m in said place. It’s just nice havin… Read More
2019-04-24 18:07
It’s amazing how the brain works. Last year, when I did The Artist’s Way, the hardest thing for me was the artist’s dates. I kept hitting a wall because all the suggestions… Read More
2019-04-24 18:07
It’s amazing how the brain works. Last year, when I did The Artist’s Way, the hardest thing for me was the artist’s dates. I kept hitting a wall because all the suggestions… Read More
2019-03-25 02:13
That Art PodcastA couple years ago I started a podcast. It was about as frequent as this blog, but that was before I found a new app and Smart But Scattered’s Guide To Success which te… Read More
2019-02-24 19:27
The weather is absurd. It’s so windy I rescheduled lunch plans and refuse to leave my house. Gusts up to 50mph. I feel like I’m back in New Mexico. With my newly freed afternoon… Read More
2019-02-06 04:27
I am obsessed. I went to see the Kehinde Wiley: St. Louis exhibit 3 times in 5 days. It is a once in a life time show. Wiley went to Ferguson, asked people if he could paint them, took poses… Read More
2019-01-01 13:02
(By they way, I was invited to teach a 3 day workshop in Holland on April 5th-7th, if you want to sign up, here’s the link. The last I checked it was already half full so, you may want… Read More
2019-01-01 00:28
That Face When… I, 12″ x 9″, graphite and paper on bristol board, ©ElishaDasenbrock2018I’m thrilled to say I actually made a piece of art this year! Look at me… Read More
2018-12-28 20:03
Unless things change in the next 4 days, I will probably not participate in the 30 paintings in 30 days challenge this year. I don’t have claybord and I don’t have any ideas. Bot… Read More
2018-12-28 16:21
Here are some links to interesting things I’ve seen over the week. 7 Art Documentaries (Although, having tried to watch The Price of Everything, I would not say it is gripping.)N… Read More
2018-12-15 19:45
I know, it’s not art related, but it kind of is. As a creative person, it’s easy to get bogged down and forget to take a minute to make sure I’m doing ok.
This topic has be… Read More
2018-12-10 18:28
TRACE.
Allow me to explain, please. Every time I go on a social media platform and look at the art pages/subs/groups, inevitably someone asks about projectors and people lose their freaking… Read More
2018-12-05 18:09
I can’t believe it’s the end of the year already. That makes sense considering I slept through the first 8 months.
To date, besides a few measly paintings for 30 in 30 back in Ja… Read More
2018-07-20 21:36
I finally decided to commit to this book several months ago. I started by just doing the morning pages (3 pages hand-written every morning, conscious thought) for a month or two, then I deci… Read More
2018-04-20 17:43
I have long held a belief about how to learn art. I feel like it’s an obvious belief and I know many of my artist friends feel the same so it’s not revolutionary, yet, many art s… Read More
2018-01-17 03:41
That’s what I’ve been up to.
There have been some major changes, most of which would be boring to anyone but me. There are some fun things I’ve been working on though. One… Read More
2017-06-28 23:53
I’m putting in effort to do more art related activity. So far, it’s working out. Mostly because I usually have company.
A few weeks in a row I went to the St. Louis art muse… Read More
2017-06-27 23:20
It seems every artist has read this book. It’s been on my shelf since college. 9-11 years. I haven’t read it.
Well, I’m trying to get into the habit of the Miracle Mo… Read More
2017-06-26 23:18
If you google how to have a successful blog or online presence, the one piece of advice you will find more than others, at least in my experience, is “be an expert.”
You can find… Read More
2017-06-24 02:54
Yesterday, Every Breath You Take by the Police, came on the radio. It reminded me of a comment section I had just read online about that very song. How people used it for wedding songs even… Read More
2017-06-01 12:02
Well, hello.
Remember May 17th, 2016 when I told you I had a year’s worth of posts that would be all about us, together? No? It’s okay, I probably don’t either. I’m w… Read More
2017-05-29 12:02
Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.
—Arnold Schwarzenegger
Cordur… Read More
2017-05-08 12:02
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
—Eleanor Roosevelt
© Michael Jastremski for openphoto.net
My girlfriend and I laugh about how competi… Read More
2017-05-04 16:47
The other day I mentioned The Miracle Morning. I’ve done it 2 out of 4 mornings this week and I absolutely feel better on the days I did them than the days I didn’t. I ment… Read More
2017-05-02 12:02
So I’m only two months into my bullet journal obsession so I’m not an expert by any means. However, I have found some things I love. And I did tell you Sunday, I’d sh… Read More
2017-05-01 12:02
Don’t wish it were easier, wish you were better.
–Jim Rohn
© Michael Jastremski for openphoto.net
A turtle was jumped and mugged by a pack of snails. The policeman questioni… Read More
2017-05-01 01:42
Here’s what I ‘ve been up to:
Watching videos about artists.
Art 21 is an amazing resource to learn about all types of art and artists.
Reading articles, like this one, about art… Read More
2017-04-04 12:02
Ugh.
If I had a dollar for everything I’ve ever tried that didn’t go right. Shoot, I’d settle for a penny each and still come out a millionaire.
My plan for this year was t… Read More
2017-04-03 12:02
A problem is a chance for you to do your best.
–Duke Ellington
Photo Credit: Dave Meier
A polar bear walks into a shop. He goes up to the cashier and says “I’ll have the fi… Read More
2017-04-02 19:09
Hello! I am now part of a small (boutique, if you will) online gallery. The costs are bit more for me over all, so I’m going to have to raise my prices a bit.
The good news, it won&rsq&hell…Read More
2017-03-20 12:02
If you end up with a boring, miserable life because you listened to your mom, your dad, your teacher, your priest, or some guy on TV telling you how to do your shit, then YOU DESERVE IT.
&md&hell…Read More
2017-03-13 23:33
I tried to edit out the part with the sunlight, but apparently it didn’t work. Sorry. Video and photo lighting are not my strong suit, but I hope you enjoy anyway.
The post The Judges… Read More
2017-03-13 19:59
I’m very happy to announce a new partnership with Reckless Abandon Online Gallery. It happened rather quickly and I’m very excited about growing my relationship with them. It&rsq&hell…Read More
2017-03-10 19:57
10″x8″, watercolor on board, ©ElishaDasenbrock2017
When even Mother Nature isn’t cutting you any slack.
“I could raise a family in that mess you call hair.&rdqu&helli…Read More
2017-02-27 13:02
“Nothing changes if nothing changes, and if I keep doing what I’ve always done, I’ll keep getting what I’ve always got, and will keep feeling what I always felt.&rdqu&hell…Read More
2017-02-24 13:02
What is selling out? Why is it such a big deal?
“Selling out is a common idiomatic pejorative expression for the compromising of a person’s integrity, morality, authenticit… Read More
2017-02-22 13:02
I went to West Palm Springs earlier this month for the art fair, Artnado. I had no idea what to expect. I had never been to that part of Florida and it was only my 3rd art fair as a vendor… Read More
2017-02-20 13:02
Whatever you think can’t be done, somebody will come along and do it. A genius is the one most like himself
— Thelonious Monk
In a Catholic school cafeteria, a nun places a not… Read More
2017-02-19 21:32
I am already back in Illinois and I’m starting to move into my temporary studio for the rest of the year or so. The weather has been much warmer and I’m changing a few things wit… Read More
2017-02-06 13:02
Only I can change my life. No one can do it for me.
— Carol Burnett
Joke Of The Week:
A game warden catches an unlicensed fisherman in the act.
“You’re going to pay a… Read More
2017-02-02 20:08
Throughout history women in the arts have had to contend with notions that genius is a man’s trait. They’ve been subjected to accusations their work was not their own, had to hid… Read More
2017-01-20 02:11
Photo by: Timothy Krause
No matter which side of the great political divide you find yourself, there are causes close to your heart. Things you’d like to see improved and people you&rs&hell…Read More
2017-01-12 15:28
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I don’t know how to change the world, but apparently, Ghandi does. Here’s a link to the expanded version, but I’ll give you the run down:… Read More
2017-01-09 13:02
Tough times never last, but tough people do.
–Robert H. Schuller
Joke of the Week:
A Mexican magician says that he’ll disappear on the count of three.
“Uno…… Read More
2017-01-06 20:27
“A very small sampling of the female artists now in their 70s, 80s and 90s we should have known about decades ago.”
Photos By Stefan Ruiz
Awhile back some guy online tried to in… Read More
2017-01-04 21:12
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We all have our things. That thing we are touchy about when someone says something other than, “You’re the most amazing person I’ve ever seen do… Read More
2017-01-02 23:03
Promise, 11″ x 14″, watercolor, ©ElishaDasenbrock2017
Here is the very first painting of 2017. I’m so excited for this 30 in 30. I don’t have any kind of plan… Read More
2016-12-31 22:00
I think we are all ready for this year to be over. Aren’t we always though?
I want to take the last day of the year to reflect on everything I accomplished in 2016. A lot of people do… Read More
2016-12-02 18:01
I didn’t want to leave you hanging after yesterday’s post. If you want something more specific for art and activism, I recommend checking out The Center For Artistic Activism.
Th… Read More
2016-12-01 23:46
Yada Yada Yada.
I don’t want to discuss “politics” on my blog. I really don’t. I truly believe we need people of differing views in this country. We need compromise a… Read More
2016-10-04 20:01
Because it sounded like you said I’m exhausted.
Oh wait, that was me. I had the best time this past weekend meeting new friends and talking art. I’m already looking for another f… Read More
2016-08-26 17:34
The past few weeks I’ve had one injury after another. It’s been a bit ridiculous. The culmination was a completely numb, yet extremely painful left hand. It’s surprisingly… Read More
2016-07-21 12:02
So, now you know your primary, secondary, and tertiary colors.
Now, it gets good.
Complementary Colors
Oooooh yeah.
This is why the color wheel is not arbitrary. Other than the fact that eve… Read More
2016-07-14 17:19
What’s the big deal about color theory? Thank God, somebody finally asked me. I’ll tell you.
That right there is a color wheel. It shows your Primary, Secondary, and Tert… Read More
2016-07-09 18:51
Before I was in high school I didn’t even realize art was a career. I don’t even know if I knew anything about the masters. I’m sure I heard of them, I watched Teenage Muta… Read More
2016-07-05 12:02
Thank You, watercolor on paper, ©ElishaDasenbrock2010
This is one of my favorite paintings I have done.
I went to Thailand, a place I’d been wanting to see for years. In Tha… Read More
2016-06-30 18:16
[I met artists Cindi Zimmerman through an art group on Facebook because she shared some paintings and I fell in love immediately. I had to have them and finally convinced her I really… Read More
2016-06-28 12:02
Everyone likes to think of art classes as easy As and art degrees as just coloring all day.
Let me tell you, the arts are consistently listed as one of the hardest degrees.
Look here, here… Read More
2016-06-23 12:02
Buy art when you love it anyway, even if you don’t have room for it. Once we get use to something we become blind to it, we take what we see every day for granted. Rotating your art is… Read More
2016-06-21 12:02
Galleries are great and you should definitely support your local galleries, however, they aren’t always the best judge of new talent.
What’s that you say? Of course they are? The… Read More
2016-06-16 12:02
Or, why I started blogging. Ya know, whichever.
I love blogs in general. I love seeing a glimpse into people’s lives and knowing I’m not alone. I love reading how they react to t… Read More
2016-06-14 13:52
Results for the May Art Muse Contest
The post Now An Award Winning Artist! appeared first on Elisha Dasenbrock Read More
2016-06-01 12:02
It’s wrong.
Yes, some of the best artists ever were poor artists and died penniless, but can we just stop?
Do you know why these people died penniless? They weren’t appreci… Read More
2016-06-01 12:02
It’s wrong.
Yes, some of the best artists ever were poor artists and died penniless, but can we just stop?
Do you know why these people died penniless? They weren’t appreci… Read More
2016-05-17 22:09
Hey! How have you been?
I have some good news, I hope. I’m revamping this blog. I have 104 post ideas and I’m going to spend the next couple of weeks making rough drafts and hope… Read More
2016-04-13 17:18
My Grandma passed away a week ago. My heart is broken and I feel lost.
I know every day will get better. Then worse and then better again, until I have more good days than bad.
I feel… Read More
2016-03-28 18:06
Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing.
— Abraham Lincoln
Gunnar thinks there is something else you should be doing right n… Read More
2016-03-21 13:02
The secret to getting ahead is getting started.
— Mark Twain
This sunset says if you want a view like this, you better put your pants on and get to work.
The post Monday M… Read More
2016-03-20 22:46
The post All In One – January 2016 30 In 30 appeared first on Elisha Dasenbrock Read More
2016-03-14 14:46
Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.
— Francis of Assisi
“We’ll… Read More
2016-03-12 00:57
I recommend clicking on the first image and scrolling through the comic with the arrows on the side. If you can read my writing that is. If not, I have typed out the words below each image… Read More
2016-03-08 18:27
Here’s the link to my Studio Vox feature. I’m really excited about this write-up because they came to me. That always feels good.
I found my old cell phone that acts as a hot spo… Read More
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