New Ink Explorations 🎨 During the live unboxing today, I spent some time swatching these beautiful Ferris Wheel Press inks, and it turned into one of those calm, exploratory moments that reminds me why we create in the first place. There’s something grounding about watching color unfold on paper~ how saturation shifts, how texture appears, how each ink has its own personality. Swatching might seem simple, but it’s also research, play, and creative connection all at once. These little studies often become references for future work, palettes, or unexpected inspiration later on. Does anyone else keep (a) swatch book(s)? Creative practice doesn’t always have to be big or polished. Sometimes it’s just showing up, testing materials, and letting curiosity lead. ✨ What’s a material or tool you’ve been wanting to experiment with lately? ✨ Favorite color out of these~?

I swatched my order this past Wednesday! The weather was cool and sun shining so what better day to complete it! I purposely tried to make bottles similar to the sizes I received which made me happy. I did get a lot of shimmery ones which were very pretty! Seeing the swatches on paper looks immaculate. Black Masquerade is so pretty with how it shimmers in the light and Tumultuous Tides surprised me. I didn’t think I would like it but I like how vibrant it is! What color stands out to you guys? I did attach a video and will make some reels or shorts for the swatching process. Look out for that! 👀

The new Ferris Wheel Press Inks came in! Recommended by others, come in cute potion like bottles and packaging is very aesthetic. Nothing got broken and the delivery was very fast too. I’ll be swatching them this weekend and bought a number of shimmery ones to add to my drawings. Once I get it swatched and drawn I’ll update on here.

Finally got in the rest of my Ohuhu watercolor pens! I started using them a few weeks ago having a coloring book day with @Maizi. Exe and I absolutely loved them! They had nice saturated color, fantastic blending, and a wonderful brush tip to do wide strokes or fine detail! Easy to use, and mess free if you don’t want a messy studio day! I had so much fun organizing the colors, it gave me energy to dive into some new projects, and experimentation! What new art materials have you had your eye on, and what do you plan on doing with them?

I reorganized my space and got rid of a bunch of house items that I no longer need. It looks great but there is one issue: There is not enough space for my art manager to safely sit without stepping on things. 😅 I now have 20ish inches of extra space (50.8 cm) and would like to fill it up with something like a cart or stand. One idea I had was to get a cart or storage that can store my more expensive oil pastels and extra paper and attach an LED lamp to help with the lighting in the corner. This way I can use the right side of my desk more and not worry about things falling off as much. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated. Height and budget isn't an issue but should be reasonable. Update: I ended up getting a cart from Target and another organizer and Im loving it so far. I haven't had time to do art this week but the storm this weekend will give me time to get some work done. My art manager approves of the new extra space!