A working journal from Driftway Studio in Rhode Island. I write about my artwork, the process, materials, and the slow, often meandering work of making things by hand.
Everything on the Barrow: A London-Inspired Collage
A trip to London's famous Portobello Road market led me to The Old Printing Shop, where I discovered vintage letterpress type blocks that would become the foundation of a new collage. The result combines letterpress printing, stitched linen, and vintage book elements into a mixed media piece with treasures to discover at every viewing distance.
Showcase: Artist Sarah Z. Short
AERA Watches celebrates the joy of analog and interviewed me in Issue 3 of their digital journal.
Simple Abstract Collage Tutorial
What if the "flaws" in your art materials were actually hidden treasures waiting to be discovered? Watch the full tutorial and discover how to turn imperfections into inspiration.
The Habits that Keep an Art Practice Moving
While rituals like afternoon tea and lighting incense create mindful transitions in creative work, it's consistent habits that actually keep an art practice and business moving forward. This post shares the specific weekly planning systems, business routines, and studio habits that provide structure while maintaining creative flexibility.