Category Archives: observational drawing

Summer Patterns

Posted on July 4, 2024 by Joanne Toft

Everywhere I look there are colors and patterns. It is summer and the world around us is showing off. The flowers are in bloom, the early veggies are ready for picking. It is time to look closely at our summer … Continue reading →

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Spring Rains - story starters

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Joanne Toft

  It was a long winter here in Minnesota and we were all looking for spring sun and warm temperatures. We have instead cool temperatures and days of clouds and rain. It has not been what our emotions have wanted … Continue reading →

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Spring has sprung - can you name that flower?

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Joanne Toft

  Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden in Minneapolis, Minnesota opened last week (April 15th). It means that spring is really here. It may still be chilly but so much warmer that two months ago. It is time to put on your jacket, … Continue reading →

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Flowers and Bees and Honey

Posted on June 19, 2024 by Joanne Toft

It is summer and the garden is wild with flowers and green plants. The spring rains have made a big difference but we need more than just sun and rain. We need some friends to help our plants along the … Continue reading →

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