This week I’m pausing my latest series (Creating a Picture Book From Scratch) to talk about something that’s been on…
Overcoming Writer’s Block :: Creating a Picture Book From Scratch (Part 5)
In this blog series, I’ve been sharing all my struggles and discoveries as I’m creating my picture book. I wrote…
Failing Towards Success :: Creating a Picture Book From Scratch (Part 2)
This is Part 2 of a series where I share the struggles, failures, and victories that I’ve encountered since I…
The Recipe To The Perfect Picture Book Workflow
We’ve all seen it: The supposedly magic step-by-step workflow that guarantees you create the perfect Picture Book from scratch. But when…
When Working Harder Delays Your Creative Goals
The other day I went to the gym, looked at the new workout plan that my trainer made me and…
Can’t Focus On Your Art? My Three Tips For A Healthy Workspace
When I try to optimize my energy and time I’m looking for opportunities to remove friction. What is constantly getting in…
Is It Really Simple? When Misconceptions Get In The Way Of Your Art
The other day, I met this lovely and kind children’s book illustrator who was struggling with the book she was…
How Bad Drawings Can Save Your Children’s Book
When walking somewhere, do you suddenly stop when you hit a roadblock? …or do you take a turn and figure…
Can Distractions Keep Us Focused?
When I was a kid, I loved playing Pokemon on my GameBoy Color. My mom never minded letting me play…
How I Avoid Unnecessary Distractions & Stay Committed To My Children’s Book
It’s easy for everything else to be more important than your project. Even if you schedule a meeting with yourself…