Get inspired by Leanna Jensen’s passion project: “I recently started a 100 day program, where I committed to create art daily, for 100 days. I didn’t want to give myself too many rules, so I just commit to create something each day. I mainly use watercolor, acrylic, charcoal and pencil crayons.” “I am a new […]
Archive | Illustration & Drawing
Madison Wanamaker – Santa Cruz Illustrations: Featured Series
Everything comes full circle in the illustrative work of Madison Wanamaker: “I am constantly inspired by the mysterious macabre beauty of Santa Cruz, I didn’t grow up here so I feel like I have a unique perspective and appreciation for this weird little town. I mean, hidden little Evergreen Cemetery, the river running through Henry […]
How to Draw a Water Drop Anamorphic Illusion
Who doesn’t love a good optical illusion?
Doug Edwards: Featured Artist
Get lost in the intricate imagery of illustrator, Doug Edwards’ creations: “I often draw in local cafes, restaurants and bars, incorporating people and landmarks, though most of my work is from my imagination. I use pen on coffee stained paper, moleskine sketchbooks and paper tablecloths and placemats.” “I just finished remodeling a home in Capitola […]
Video: How to Draw Wildflowers
Enjoy this peaceful tutorial on how to draw a handful of different wildflowers (with a custom music playlist to boot!).
Ian Wing – #painterofaight: Featured Series
These paintings, by Ian Wing, may be small in scale, but are huge in detail and character! “Watercolor studies to capture just a portion of the abundant nature and beauty of Santa Cruz. Sunset is the best time around here.” “I grew up in San Jose, so I’d visit the boardwalk often as a kid. […]
Limited Edition – Begonia Festival Tribute
Limited Edition Capitola History shirt, in honor of the last Capitola Begonia Festival Did you know that this year will be your last chance to see begonia floats in Capitola. That’s it, this is the final year of the Capitola Begonia Festival. It’s a little sad that this Capitola tradition is about to be gone […]
Linda A. Levy – Raven Lunatic: Featured Series
Digital painter, Linda A. Levy has birds (ravens specifically) on the brain: “I’ve been creating Digital Art original one-of-a-kind paintings since 1985. Currently use Corel Painter with a Wacom pressure sensitive tablet/pen to paint. Ravens have been taking over the west coast and have found their way into my artwork. They have even found their […]
Lee Maverick: Featured Artist
Multi-talented, Lee Maverick, has lots of art to share and some stories to tell! “I have always been an artist. I am obsessed with making things look good, even things that are not normally considered ‘artistic.’ People say that I am very organized so art is a logical extension of that. I had a rock […]
Dom Guerena: Featured Artist
Dom Guerena prefers to let his artwork do the talking for itself. “Lived [in Santa Cruz] for some years now and it’s a beautiful place and I love it.” View more of Dom’s work on Instagram.