Completed scratchboard artwork is sprayed with a protective varnish and are actually more durable than you might think - considering the...

After participating in my first two juried art festivals of summer 2021, it feels very appropriate and timely that we are discussing what...

Welcome to my three part series about juried art festivals! This first section will be all about applying for shows - the research...

Today's post is all about FUR! I use a combination of the small fiberglass brush and an x-acto knife to create realistic looking fur....

Scratchboard is a delicate medium and requires a finishing varnish to help protect the surface once it is out in the world. There are...

Today I am talking all about EYES! The eyes are my favorite part of every single piece. I work on them first, when I'm fresh with a new...

Fixing Mistakes One of the most common questions that I get asked, especially at art festivals, is about fixing "mistakes" on a...

The X-Acto blade is the second most important tool in my kit. This tool is very easy to get your hands on - you can find it in any arts...

The small fiberglass brush has been pivotal in the growth of my scratchboard artwork. It is my go-to tool and I use it on every single...

Hey there everyone! I am back with the second edition of my Frequently Asked Questions blog post series. I will be answering more of the...

Scratchboard Tips and Techniques - Take One! I get asked all the time if and how it is possible to draw a black animal on a scratchboard...

Fine art scratchboard is a rare medium that most people are not familiar with in an intimate way like they may be with photography or oil...

There are many questions I get regularly about my work as a professional scratchboard artist, including what the heck scratchboard is,...

Polar Bears...the romantic symbol for the plight of the endangered species. Polar bears have become one of the head figures for the...

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) Average Weight: females - 5-8kg, males - 6-12kg Grouping: predominantly solitary with complex social...