My Earliest Art Memories
I talk about my earliest art memories, where I started and how I began developing drawing and painting skills.
Formal Art Education
Is formal art education necessary if you want to be an artist, or make a living making art? Carrie talks about her art education.
Studio News for July 2026
It’s time for Carrie’s studio news for June 2026, including the latest issue of CP Magic, and changes and new things in the works.
Studio News for June 2026
It’s time for Carrie’s studio news for June 2026, including the latest issue of CP Magic, and changes and new things in the works.
Things That Make Me Want to Draw
In this post, I share a few of the things that make me want to draw them. There are many, so I focus on the big categories rather than specific subjects.
Studio News for May 2026
It’s time for Carrie’s studio news for May 2026, including reports on art-related activities and the latest issue of CP Magic.
When You Don’t Want to Draw
Carrie suggests three things you can do when you don’t want to draw. They’re easy and they’re great for restoring creativity.
My Art Education
This week, I talk about my art education. Did I have any formal training or am I self-taught? I answer those questions here.
Studio News for April 2026
It’s time for Carrie’s studio news for April 2026, including reports on art-related activities and the latest issue of CP Magic.
Colored Pencil Ramblings
Colored pencil ramblings from Carrie. Odd bits and pieces from Carrie’s world of colored pencils, colored pencil artwork, and the artist’s life.
