This is a post of fun with mediums, stitch work and mistakes. Lots of mistakes! Using the theme of a creative octopus filled life, Tako Life, in which tako, 蛸, is octopus in Japanese. I picked up a meter of a lovely linen/cotton blend fabric and set about determining a good size and shape forContinue reading “Testing, Testing…My First Art Book!”
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Color Scheme for my Cookbook
Who knew I’d need a color scheme for my Tako Life Cookbook? Fun Tako sketch and colors jotted down in my trusty Evernote Moleskin: Burgundy/Dk Pink, Burnt Sienna, Mustard and warm yellow. Now back to NaNonFiWriMo…
Creativity Powered by Tako 蛸
The amazing selection of delicious seasonal fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood in even the most mundane grocery store here in Japan has really peaked my interest in cooking. Of all the ingredients readily available, my respect for Octopus has continued to increase as I explore all the options available for cooking this nutrition packed Mollusk.Continue reading “Creativity Powered by Tako 蛸”