Looking back on the art I’ve been making for the past few months I’ve done quite a bit of digital work. I started really delving into Procreate when we went on Vacation earlier this year, and I haven’t stopped exploring the possibilities since. While planning for our vacation in late February and early March of his year I opted to take only my camera and iPad. No knitting, no sketch book, no art supplies. This was the first time I’d ever taken only my iPad, with the intent of creating art while on a vacation. I had a plan to limit my supplies and challenge myself to only using procreate. My plan worked, I learned a lot about procreate and I enjoyed to process. The biggest thing I learned was how very freeing being able to sit on the couch or the porch at night with just an iPad and a pencil was. There was no figuring out where to put supplies, or how to juggle a sketchbook on my lap, or being confined to the table. The other bonus ...
What is a Card Shower? Exactly what it sounds like, it's a shower of cards that arrive at the doorstep of the celebrated person for any occasion. Card Showers can be thrown for any reason. Someone having a baby across the country? Organize a card shower. The bride-to-be has friends and family all over the country? Organize a card shower. Grandma turning 90? Organize a card shower. You get the idea. Receiving cards in the mail is always puts a bright spot in someone's day, but getting showered with them can be even better. I hosted one a few years ago for my mom and it brought her a bundle of joy and smiles. I've also sent cards to some of the showers that I've seen in the news or on social media. I especially try to send a card when a veteran has requested cards for a birthday. Tips for a Successful Card Shower: Once you've selected a recipient, you'll need to decide on a date for the cards to arriv...