Iran | ARHtistic License

Beautiful. Creative. Uplifting.

The Lucas Brothers are standup comedians with philosophy and law degrees. And they wrote the script for Judas and the Black Messiah.
It’s hard to get started sometimes. But, butt in chair. Daydream. Doodle. Do something to engage your subconscious. And then, suddenly, the magic happens.
Writing routines.
Six words to say to your child. I wish I’d done this more.
You’d like to make a quilt, but don’t have the energy for a full-sized project. How about a pillow instead? 63 free patterns.
For the novelists: your character must experience failure.
I am amazed this artist finds on-site such a variety of shapes, colors, and sizes of rocks to make his art.
Sculptures springing out of books.
Artist Robin Seiz shares her work, her journey, and her studio.
A children’s book illustrator shares her process.
What being in a coma is like.
Ancient art of Iran.

Gorgeous artwork that will make your creative fingers itch to make more.

The pigeon who picked poppies.
Drawings that convey a story of loss.
You’d swear these were sculptures, but they’re not.
Do you like clouds? You might want to join the Cloud Appreciation Society.
You know that thing you’re dreading doing? Here’s how to get started.
Beautiful zentangle holiday wreaths. (Including some by yours truly.)
A brief tour of San Francisco in sketches.
Lovely Christmas ornaments you can make.
I loved reading this profile of Certified Zentangle Teacher Margaret Bremner, whose work I admire.
Portrait artist makes realistic pencil sketches in one hour.
The secret life of seeds.
The majestic beauty of traditional Iranian architecture.