Notes from the studio —

focused on art, observation, and creative practice.

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The Moment I Stopped Calling Myself a Photographer

For years, I called myself a photographer. It was my career, what I studied, and how I found my place in the creative world. But over time, that stopped feeling like the full story. These days, I’m less interested in capturing what’s already there and more interested in making things by hand — and helping other people do the same.

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I Wish I could Paint”

After months of thinking through the idea, A Wandering Palette Art Club is finally live. Each month I’ll turn one of my paintings into a small creative study you can try at home — combining a collectible piece of art with a simple way to learn how it was created.

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I Think I’m Building an Art Club

I’ve been experimenting with the idea of a monthly art study club—something that goes beyond collecting prints and actually helps you learn how to paint them. I’m still figuring out paper sizes, supplies, and how it will all work, but the idea is simple: small paintings, real process, and a chance to practice alongside me.

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