Monthly Archives: February 2017

Derwent Dark Wash Pencil on Cheap Sketchbook

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Joe_Williams

Lately, I’ve been curling up on the couch, partially watching television and doodling in a cheap sketchbook with Derwent Dark Wash Pencils and some of the other booty I ordered from JetPens. It’s hardly an optimal drawing arrangement — the … Continue reading →

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Coconut Cream Pie

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Tina Garceau

I wanted to make dessert for Valentine’s Day dinner last night. Being short on time, I skipped the traditional pie crust for a store bought graham cracker crust, and frozen whipped topping instead of whipping heavy cream. Despite the shortcuts, … Continue reading →

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Intercepted Valentine

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Joe_Williams

Above is this year’s Valentine to the Missus. I didn’t have a firm idea, but just went where my pencils and pens took me. I think I need help. Scanned ink drawing colored in Affinity Photo.

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Be Mine!

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Tina Garceau

23rd in a series of Valentines for my boyfriend/husband. They’re the same person, by the way – just thought I should clear that up! Happy Valentine’s Day, dear Joe!!!  

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Talluto’s Turns Fifty!

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Talluto’s, the undisputed king of marinated mozzarella, are celebrating 50 years in the business of making great pasta! Pictured is Dave Brown, long time employee and manager of the store on 9th & Carpenter Streets in the Italian Market. Happy anniversary … Continue reading →

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Return of the Atomic Warrior

Posted on February 7, 2017 by Joe_Williams

An old friend returned for a visit via the pages of a cheap sketchbook (which I will review once I finish it off.) I was playing with a water soluble Derwent Dark Wash pencil which I bought a while back … Continue reading →

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Cherry Chocolate Chip Cookies

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and I can’t think of a better way to say “I dig you”, than baking a batch of these big, soft, chocolate chip cherry cookies for your significant other. No significant other? No problem! … Continue reading →

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The Soda Jerk

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Tina Garceau

Today’s collage is aimed at The City of Brotherly Love’s mayor,  and his recent imposition of a sugary drink tax.    

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