Cat in the Yarn by Sheri42
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Wednesday Wrap Up Cats And More Reflective Patterns

weekly insights on using ProCreate and Affinity Designer for art projects, focusing on reflective patterns, cat illustrations, and lessons from various instructors.

three art projects from Terry Runyan classes: Cat with Yarn; Cat Rainbow; Tiger Dance Studio
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Painting Cats

Terry Runyan's classes inspired my friend Ali and me to explore cat painting using Procreate instead of traditional watercolor. I completed three projects: a tugboat, simple animal stories for a school supply drive, and fun cat scenes. Brushes, palette mentioned

First vector flower and leaf assets by Sheri42 in Affinity Designer
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Wednesday WrapUp Reuse those assets

the author's journey in mastering Affinity Designer with assistance from Procreate. It details the creation and vectorization of assets, such as folk art rabbits and floral designs, for reuse in patterns. The author emphasizes the significance of developing reusable assets for artists and showcases learning experiences from an Affinity Designer MasterClass.

The wildflower Salsify with trowel, watering can, and vase hero illustration on yellow gingham by Sheri42
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Preparing for Cottagecore Design Challenge

The Cottagecore Design Challenge entry showcases a journey of creating a gingham pattern inspired by wildflowers, with community support helping refine design choices and storytelling elements.

arrowleaf balsamroot in blues-- hero design by Sheri42
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More Arrowleaf Balsamroot in Colorways

The author attended Jasmine Hnatkova's class on Procreate patterns, inspired to design a floral calendar. Jasmine's structured tutorials and palette experimentation enriched the learning experience significantly.

full size brown almost tabby and yoga cat, stretching cat; day 87 by Sheri42
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Cats Each Day

cats: they are the boss

vibrant colored toile de jouy folk art rabbit design by Sheri42
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Toile de Jouy of Folk Art Rabbits

a journey for another Spoonflower Challenge

Lemon Blossom art by Sheri42 on Zazzle cutting board
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Cloth Tea Towels and More

Lovely lemons on teal background in an off contour style with ladybugs and lemon blossoms - and a Zazzle cloth towel that quickly absorbs liquids!

crowd of people sharing democratic values: "United in Decency, Dignity, Respect" "Community" "Listen Discuss Trust" "Compassion Shared Humanity" Democracy: A commitment to each other" Democratic Values Speak Up
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Quirky People

drawing people does not need to be difficult

Mothers Day poster: "Motherhood is constantly wondering if that's dirt poop or chocolate" with chocolate cupcake and boy with dirty face by Sheri42
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Family Cards: Mothers

Mothers Day and Birthday Cards