Zazzle Store infos
I realized that I need to put an updated link to my Zazzle store up on this site. I am in the process of shifting my newest products from my old store to a handful of more organized new stores. So,...
View ArticleHalloween Pumpkins for 2015!
I thought it’s about time I put up a little gallery of my pumpkin photos for this year. I had so much fun making all these pumpkin monsters!
View ArticleBumblePost: Owen’s got some stuff in the store!
Mr. Bumblepants here! When not scarfing down candy corn with Cadaver Dave or marveling at all the glorious Halloween decorations around town, I’ve been pretty busy making art. (But not too busy! Rest...
View ArticleBumblepost: Learning Celtic Art – Suggested reading
Hi! Owen here! I want to take a minute to babble at you about learning how to make Celtic art. Specifically, about how I learned to make it. Celtic Art: The Methods of Construction – Written by George...
View ArticleBumblepost: Simple Knotwork Tutorial from Aon Celtic
Having simple knotwork that can fill a space is very useful, and it can be very simple (but time consuming!) to do. If you only want to learn a little knotwork, this is one I definitely recommend!...
View ArticleBumblepost: The most important thing I’ve learned in art
Owen here! I’ve been lucky enough to receive all kinds of advice and lessons about making art over the years, but there is one thing I can point to as the most important: Make friends! Why? Other...
View ArticleARTIST SPOTLIGHT: The Creative Frog
Owen here! Today I’d like to introduce you to the Creative Frog! Recently I made the decision to reach out to creative people in my area, and to share what I learned. I had just decided on the format I...
View ArticleBumblepost: Yay for that pumpkin themed holiday!
Owen here! It’s getting colder, and a lot of people are getting ready for various holiday celebrations. The end of the year is creeping in. And that’s when I like to take a moment to...
View ArticleFree downloadable coloring page: Celtic Knotwork Wheel by Owen Wills
Feeling stressed out by the holidays? Take some time to chill out with this free coloring page by Owen Wills. To get it, click on the image below. That will take you to the full sized image you can...
View ArticleARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Mino Re
Owen here! Today I’d like to introduce you to the work of Mino Re, of Innovative Stone Arts. Mino Re works in cast stone, oils, and carved acrylic. I am personally drawn to his work by the intricate...
View ArticleBumblepost: Art without a visual imagination
Owen here! Today I’d like to talk to you about how my brain works. I found out recently that I have aphantasia. I’m including some links about it below, but here is a brief summary: I don’t have a...
View ArticleARTIST SPOTLIGHT: Jen Delyth
Owen here! Today I’d like to tell you about Jen Delyth, a Celtic artist from Wales! To me, Jen Delyth’s work really typifies the modern Celtic artist. Vibrant glowing colors with heavy shading;...
View ArticleBumblepost: Come see my art at the Black Drop Coffee House, January 2016
Owen here! I’ve got a fun announcement to share! In January 2016, I get to show my art at the famed walls of Bellingham’s Black Drop Coffee House! This is the employee owned local coffee shop that...
View ArticleToday I learned: Blogger blog roll
Hi! Owen here! Today I’d like to share with you something I just discovered: Google still has a Blogger tool to which you can add blogs to watch. I used to read blogs a lot more than I did social...
View ArticleBumblepost: My favorite tree
Owen here! Today I’d like to tell you about my favorite tree. I live in a rain forest. Not a tropical one. I live in the Pacific Northwest, where high winds, overcast sky, and a near constant drizzle...
View ArticleBumblepost: Clarifying your creative path
Owen here! Today I’d like to talk about giving up your dreams. Grow up. Put away childish things. You can’t make a living doing that. I bet there is no one living who hasn’t heard these kinds of...
View ArticleBumblepost: Found objects in art
Owen here! Today I’d like to talk about using found objects in art. I’m always finding random things when I go out. There are lots of free piles where I live, with anything from books to art supplies...
View ArticleCrunch Time Recipes: Microwave burrito pie
Owen here! Today I’d like to share an easy and quick food you can prepare when you’ve got a lot to do! Deadlines are looming! This project isn’t getting done by itself! But your stomach has been...
View ArticleBumblepost: Artist’s block
Owen here! Today I’d like to talk to you about artist’s block. Artist’s block is where you know you have the skills to create, and you can see your creations around you – but for some reason you just...
View ArticleLucky Penny’s Winter Adventure – A Holiday Coloring Book Download!
Tod here! I’ve been hard at work on a full, 20 page coloring book full of art, puzzles and cut-out crafts! It’s available to purchase as a pdf download. Need a good stocking stuffer or last minute gift...
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