I made this tutorials page so you have one simple place to find the best stuff I’ve shared.
If you’re here because you want to draw more (and feel less stuck), you’re in the right spot. I write a lot about the day-to-day side of getting better – sketchbooks, tools, techniques, and how different mediums work, like colored pencil and watercolor. I also love the more “get out and draw” approaches like urban sketching and nature journaling.
I also share the practical side of being an artist, because that part matters too. Things like selling art online, making prints, licensing your work, and using writing to support your creative life.
If you’re not sure where to start, just pick the category that matches what you’re working on right now and browse from there.
All Tutorials
Browse tutorials by topic.
Drawing tutorials
A complete starting point, plus my main guides for ideas, prompts, supplies, techniques, books, and mindset.
Colored Pencils
Colored pencil basics, supplies, layering, and simple exercises that help you get better without guesswork.
Watercolor
Beginner-friendly watercolor lessons, materials, and simple ways to practice without overcomplicating it.
Urban sketching
Practical tips for sketching on location, staying loose, and finishing drawings in real-world conditions.
Nature journaling
How I use a sketchbook outdoors, what to draw, and how to build a simple habit that actually sticks.
Art licensing
How licensing works, what to watch for, and how to use contracts and clear terms so you feel confident.
Selling art online
A grounded guide to the business side, from building an audience to pricing, products, and simple systems.
Writing for artists
Clear, practical help for the writing side of being an artist, including grants, artist statements, bios, and resumes.
Freelance illustration
Freelance illustration guides on finding clients, pricing your work, understanding usage rights, and running projects smoothly from first email to final delivery.