Tennessee Rep. Justin Pearson—running to flip a key midterm seat—will be locked out of a meeting that could pause new xAI data centers in Memphis.

Travel the tree-scape and climate-scape along the Columbia Gorge on the border of Washington and Oregon for #WriteOut

Walking the Dog in Portland Today starts another chance to get out in the world and “write where you stand.” Wherever you are, the place shapes our feelings, mood, and direction. That’s the theme of this year’s National Writing Project “Write Out.” I looked through the “Choice Board” and found a theme I liked, “Places We Love.” Life sometimes throws us curves, and so my husband and I, on this day of our 40th wedding anniversary, find ourselves currently in Portland.

This week's blog outlines art projects including Brushtober participation, Spoonflower challenges, and learning new brushes, encouraging community engagement and sharing through social media.

The blog discusses various art projects completed using Procreate and Affinity Designer, highlighting a Spoonflower challenge and revisions to greeting cards, while encouraging community engagement.

The blog discusses recent projects using Affinity Designer and Procreate, including greeting cards, challenges, and a workshop experience.

This blog shares insights on art using Affinity Designer and ProCreate, featuring workshops and projects including pattern design and style development for aspiring artists.

This week features workshops on Affinity Designer and Procreate, focusing on design techniques, style development, and animation. Exciting lessons await in the Two Tap Summit 2026.

The blog discusses weekly strategies using ProCreate and Affinity Designer, focusing on creating Renaissance-style designs, inspiration sources, and the learning process through various projects.

Blaugust2026 concludes, celebrating blogging's community spirit and creativity, inspiring daily writing and connections.

Community gathering hosted by Sacred Heart Mission Church featured local musicians and joyful sing-a-longs.

Play Music on the Porch Day celebrated community through music, potluck, and conversation, with plans for future events and gatherings.

The post reflects on nostalgic avocado green kitchen aesthetics, sharing personal memories tied to the color's resurgence and comfort.

The author reflects on the calming design of a fifteen-year-old medical waiting room that promotes tranquility during visits.

This blog post discusses the author's creative process in designing a hydrangea-themed collection for Spoonflower and illustrates a birthday card, inviting engagement and feedback.

The author created a tea towel inspired by hydrangeas for a collection honoring their daughter, celebrating acts of kindness and beauty through floral arrangements.

The author reflects on nature's beauty at Lake Roosevelt, observing a pile of rocks that signifies transient human presence and connection.

At Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area, a sunset walk with a dog offers tranquility and reflection. Additionally, there's a call to action for national park protection and commentary on a recent Supreme Court decision.

A blog post explores mysterious tracks at North Dam Park, revealing them as antlion larvae trails, known as doodlebugs.

The post discusses a tamarisk tree in Coulee Dam, its historical significance, and the community's appreciation for it amidst concerns over invasive species.

Great Mullein, a Eurasian wildflower, thrives in disturbed dry areas, blooming tall spikes but considered a minor weed nuisance in grazing lands.

Rush skeletonweed is a noxious plant overrunning native species in eastern Washington and North America.

ProCreate projects, including stationary design, Renaissance techniques, gouache painting, and community events, fostering creativity through Daily Creates and online resources.

Smoky skies from nearby wildfires affect Lake Roosevelt views, yet people and dogs continue enjoying the area.

The post discusses a creative project inspired by local wildfires, emphasizing gratitude for firefighting support while advocating for more resources to combat fire-related challenges.

looking for Dogtrax's whereabouts through a friend's art project, sharing a saxophone-themed public domain artwork and jazz slang.

a Daily Create -- crafting a poem using a word generator.

A praying mantis was discovered at Crescent Bay, featuring a unique ear cavity and surprising adaptations.

Renaissance art, exploring Rinceau and Grotesque styles, appreciating their hand-drawn aesthetics over AI-generated art

The blog shares weekly insights on art creation with Procreate, covering techniques for pattern design, animal sketches, and inspiration from creative retreats, encouraging community engagement.

The article discusses the worsening fire season due to climate change, highlighting drought impacts, wildfire frequency, and governmental issues.

I learned to create a new font called "Soft Stripe" in a class by Lisa Bardot, allowing for colorful text designs.

The Williams Flats Fire in 2019 highlighted the growing threat of wildfires exacerbated by climate change, with larger fires burning faster and the risk of subsequent flooding posing additional dangers.

Create a butterfly whose wings include a bit about your day today

Watercolor cat personalities

Hibiscus on the porch, saved from mule deer nibbling.

The final "Pond Life" piece emphasizes hope through light, reflecting on Blaugust 2026 and personal resilience.

Crescent Lake reflects wildfire smoke, highlighting loss and gratitude for firefighters as the Kaiser Canyon fire nears containment.

CatCoq's Mini Collection Challenge and Peggy Dean's Summer Creative Retreat, incorporating drawing techniques, creative collaborations, and an invitation to Blaugust 2026.

digital acrylics, cat and dog anatomy, shares insights from various art classes and teachers

unique personalities of cats: focusing on IttyBitty's quirky and changing nature as an affectionate rescue

vibrant digital acrylics as part of Peggy Dean's retreat, reflecting on personal feelings and the pursuit of a perfect day amid humor and pets

Blaugust 2026 invites creators to share content to build community; this post addresses climate change's impact on wildfires, fostering community support, and encouraging regular blogging to ignite creativity.

This blog shares weekly art strategies using ProCreate and Affinity Designer, highlights participation in various art clubs and challenges, and promotes learning through engaging classes and community resources.

Wildfires devastate Colville Tribal communities, prompting local support and donations. Climate change exacerbates fire seasons. The Democratic Party offers endorsements for various county positions, emphasizing civic engagement and community resilience.

exploring art techniques using ProCreate. It highlights participation in challenges and ongoing creative prompts, promoting artistic growth and community engagement.

art strategies using ProCreate, featuring #Carnival themed drawings and tutorials from #bardotbrush #warmup4art

Weekly art strategies using ProCreate, highlights the Carnival-themed Make Art Everyday prompts, and encourages engagement with tutorials and community sharing.

art classes with Liz Kohler Brown, Lisa Bardot, and Delores Naskrent, showcase of various projects, and celebration of community learning and creativity.