Cut, Solder, Celebrate: Part Two of Our Stained Glass Class From choosing the perfect glass to soldering the final pieces, the second half of our stained glass class was all about teamwork—and a little sparkle.
news Some Disappointing News I didn’t get into Chicago Zine Fest this year. It stings—but I’m channeling that energy into making more art. No one can take that from me!
work in progress Jelly meets curving fruits Today’s jelly: experimenting with highlights, layering, and curved fruit floating inside. Still unsure about the dish—but I’ll keep exploring!
work in progress One Jelly, Three Hours It took me three hours to draw one jelly. Procreate gradients aren’t easy—but learning how the brushes behave feels like the real shortcut.
inspiration Somewhere Out There, a Jelly-Loving Friend Exists I tried to draw jelly but couldn’t capture the shine or wobble—until I found a blog post full of jelly art tips. A lucky little spark!
work in progress Same Walk, New Eyes Walking clears my mind, moves my body, and stirs up new ideas. Maybe movement is just what keeps an artist’s creativity flowing.
inspiration Fart Jokes Never Get Old! I stumbled upon an Edo-period fart battle scroll—yes, really! Turns out fart jokes have been making people laugh for centuries. Timeless comedy!
inspiration Sakura Wagashi, a Taste of Early Spring A sakura wagashi set from SUGOi Sweets, a local artisan chocolate shop, brought the gentle feeling of early spring before the blossoms arrived.
work in progress Suminagashi and the Art of Letting Go In an advanced suminagashi workshop, I struggled with uncontrollable ink—until a miracle print appeared. Letting go led to unexpected magic.
work in progress 1,400 Tiny Gems, Endless Driftings A sparkly sticker pack from CVS brought back old memories, artist inspiration, and new creative ideas—all from 1,400 tiny gems.
inspiration Artist’s Dates: My Way of Saying Yes to Curiosity Still going on Artist’s Dates, even after finishing The Artist’s Way. Every little adventure sparks joy, wonder, and creative energy.
inspiration The Artist’s Way and a Real Comeback Story of a Lost Creative I thought I had given up on being an artist. Then I found The Artist’s Way, and everything changed. This is my real comeback story.
inspiration My Logbook of Everyday Oddities I log everyday oddities before bed—funny mishaps, random moments, and ideas worth saving. Even a foot-long churro disaster can spark creativity!
work in progress Let Me Just Play in My Playground! I just want to write and draw, but now I can't stop thinking about how to get people to read my blog. Marketing feels like a distraction!
inspiration Chasing Colors and Creativity at The Gallery Café On a dark, snowy day in Chicago, Katie Lukes’ colorful, playful art at The Gallery Café totally brightened my day.
work in progress Cut, Break, Create—Celebrating Anniversary with Stained Glass Art To celebrate our 5th anniversary, we joined a stained glass workshop and turned our weird little sketch into real glass art. Best date ever!
inspiration Kenny Scharf at the Brant Foundation I visited Kenny Scharf’s exhibition at the Brant Foundation without knowing much about his work—color, character, and chaos totally pulled me in!
my hero Bizarre, Brilliant, and Totally Addictive—Ryo Inoue’s World Ryo Inoue’s art-meets-music series Bijutune! totally hooked me—quirky animation, clever lyrics, and pure joy. Art has never felt so fun!
inspiration Why Design Ah is a Must-Watch for Creatives Design Ah blew my mind with its sleek visuals, clever ideas, and playful tone. It’s a kids’ show—but creatives of all ages will be inspired!
my hero Yuriko Yamawaki: The Illustrator Who Sparked My Imagination—Then and Now Yuriko Yamawaki’s illustrations lit up my childhood—and still inspire me today. Her joyful characters feel human, lovable, and unforgettable.
inspiration Can’t Get Enough of Puppet SunSun! Puppet SunSun totally stole my heart—his weird little voice, silly sneeze sounds, and oddly human reactions are just too good to resist.
work in progress Spilling Out Honesty & Keeping My Creativity Going Some days I have no “perfect” blog topic—but I’ve learned that showing up and being honest matters more than chasing creativity under pressure.
work in progress Curating & Growing My Digital Inspiration Stash I collect inspiring visuals on my phone—murals, sketches, gallery finds. Organized right, even random pics can spark new ideas later on!
work in progress How My favorite Tools Help Me Show Up Every Day My red notebook and favorite pen aren’t just stationery—they’re part of my creative system. When tools spark joy, showing up gets easier.
work in progress My Tiny Travel Buddy This pocket-sized colored pencil set was a gift from a friend who knows I love to draw. It’s small, thoughtful, and full of creative freedom.
