What I do when when I am not designing...

...I stalk cute kitties...

Quick sketch of Jen

Quick sketch of Bryon!

Quick sketch of my friend Matt

Relaxed

Relaxed.

Ahhh. I taught a drawing class a few months ago called "Drawing from the Subconscious Mind." This was a great experience because it really helped me to become clear on why I draw, how I draw and how I can teach someone else how to draw—and how to enjoy the process where you are, regardless of skill level.

I also taught how to move the ego out of the way, that inner critic that is quick to tell you that you are messing up, that you are not doing a good job, and that you should put the pencil down now, for goodness sake! By moving that critic out of the way and accessing more of the right brain, more of the subconscious mind, you are able to create more fluidly, beyond preconceived, limited ideas.

I've become more and more intrigued by accessing that subconscious part of my mind, and allowing a stream of consciousness experience to unfold as I sketch. "Relaxed" is the result of today's experience. I sat down at my computer, wacom tablet pen in hand, and then began to let my hand go crazy. CRAZY! As I drew I saw stones, then I saw a stone wall, then I saw myself sitting upon the stone wall, a breeze in my hair, the horizon far away, clouds in the sky... ahhh. And I experienced that relaxation... which in my very busy day at work... was just what I needed.

Thank you subconscious mind.

...Sleepy...

Hmmmm.. sleepdrawing?

Sketch for Abby

Wishing Abby sweet dreams...

Sports Box

Maggie for Ellah

An illustration of Maggie for Ellah, a dear friend of mine who is battling cancer. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you.

Empathy

A sketch inspired by music written by Matt Valois.

Matt is a brilliant musician who composed a cd called "Portraits of Healing." He began by choosing 12 healing qualities, he meditated on each of these qualities, and then created improvisational music... "music made in the moment, that embodies these healing qualities. 'Portraits of Healing' is the result of uniting my love for music and passion for metaphysics. It is an album of musical photography, capturing profound musical moments that remind us of our healing power and potential within."

I continued Matt's process by meditating on his music, and then creating an improvisational drawing that reflects the first quality on his album, Empathy - The ability to receive others.

Random

Sketching on a break can sometimes produce some really random doodles. I think that is part of the fun of it. Who knows where quick little tidbits like this will lead one day.

Grandma Roberts

Galactic Signature Box

I find much joy in creating "thank you" gifts for the people in my life. This gift was given to a very special friend and teacher of mine, Christopher, and a way for me and my classmates to express our gratitude.

Chris is very dedicated to helping others to create Sacred Space in their environments, environments that help to support our ideals.

To learn more, please visit The Art of Sacred Space. "Creative resources for Inspired Living"