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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 14, 2026.  All rights reserved.

You’re looking at a small square piece of watercolor paper lying on a tabletop. The artwork on it is bright, warm, and energetic—almost like holding a little sunrise in your hands.

The painting is made of soft, blended watercolor washes in yellow, orange, red, and pink. The colors melt into one another like warm light passing through stained glass. Nothing is harsh; everything feels fluid and glowing.

Layered on top of the watercolor are bold black ink lines. They’re drawn with confidence—thick strokes that cross and angle sharply, giving the piece structure and contrast. Scattered among the lines are small black triangles, almost like tiny arrowheads or shards. They add rhythm, like punctuation marks in a poem. The combination of soft color and assertive black marks creates a feeling of movement—like warmth being held in place by a framework.

Above the painting lies a black paint marker, the kind used for crisp, opaque lines. It’s labeled in several languages, all meaning “black.” To the right is a watercolor palette, open to reveal wells of paint in the same warm colors used in the artwork—yellows, oranges, reds. A paintbrush rests inside the palette, still and ready, suggesting the artist has just paused.

The whole scene feels intimate and creative—like catching an artist mid‑process.

 Warm colors glow from the paper, anchored by strong black marks, surrounded by the tools that brought it to life.

It feels like a moment of quiet focus, captured in a single frame.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 14, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small square piece of watercolor paper lying on a tabletop. The artwork on it is bright, warm, and energetic—almost like holding a little sunrise in your hands. The painting is made of soft, blended watercolor washes in yellow, orange, red, and pink. The colors melt into one another like warm light passing through stained glass. Nothing is harsh; everything feels fluid and glowing. Layered on top of the watercolor are bold black ink lines. They’re drawn with confidence—thick strokes that cross and angle sharply, giving the piece structure and contrast. Scattered among the lines are small black triangles, almost like tiny arrowheads or shards. They add rhythm, like punctuation marks in a poem. The combination of soft color and assertive black marks creates a feeling of movement—like warmth being held in place by a framework. Above the painting lies a black paint marker, the kind used for crisp, opaque lines. It’s labeled in several languages, all meaning “black.” To the right is a watercolor palette, open to reveal wells of paint in the same warm colors used in the artwork—yellows, oranges, reds. A paintbrush rests inside the palette, still and ready, suggesting the artist has just paused. The whole scene feels intimate and creative—like catching an artist mid‑process. Warm colors glow from the paper, anchored by strong black marks, surrounded by the tools that brought it to life. It feels like a moment of quiet focus, captured in a single frame. Three inches by three inches.

Working on finding paperwork for my taxes. The following doodle describes my mood quite accurately.

Daily Doodle -- 03/14/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 13, 2026.  All rights reserved.

You’re looking at a small, intimate artist’s workspace captured from directly above, as if someone paused mid‑creation. The center of the image holds a square piece of watercolor paper. On it is a vibrant abstract illustration that feels alive—like a tiny, imagined organism or a cross‑section of something organic.

The shape on the paper is rounded and irregular, almost like a softly inflated cell or a pebble with personality. Watercolor washes bloom across it in blue, pink, and warm orange, blending in soft gradients. 

Over these washes, delicate black ink lines create texture: tiny dots, short strokes, and looping patterns that trace the contours of the shape.  It feels both scientific and whimsical—part biology, part dream.

The artwork is surrounded by the tools that made it, giving the sense of an active, ongoing process. Two Sakura Pigma Micron pens lie diagonally near the paper. They’re slim, beige‑barreled technical pens labeled “003” and “005,” indicating ultra‑fine tips used for precise linework. To the right sits a Schmincke watercolor palette, its metal surface open to reveal small pans of paint. The most visible colors are yellows and oranges, some of them visibly wet or recently used. A red‑handled paintbrush rests across the palette, angled casually as if the artist set it down only moments before.

The whole scene feels warm, focused, and quietly joyful—like a moment of creative flow frozen in time. The combination of fine ink detail and soft watercolor gives the workspace a sense of both discipline and play. It’s the kind of desk where small, thoughtful artworks come to life.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 13, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, intimate artist’s workspace captured from directly above, as if someone paused mid‑creation. The center of the image holds a square piece of watercolor paper. On it is a vibrant abstract illustration that feels alive—like a tiny, imagined organism or a cross‑section of something organic. The shape on the paper is rounded and irregular, almost like a softly inflated cell or a pebble with personality. Watercolor washes bloom across it in blue, pink, and warm orange, blending in soft gradients. Over these washes, delicate black ink lines create texture: tiny dots, short strokes, and looping patterns that trace the contours of the shape. It feels both scientific and whimsical—part biology, part dream. The artwork is surrounded by the tools that made it, giving the sense of an active, ongoing process. Two Sakura Pigma Micron pens lie diagonally near the paper. They’re slim, beige‑barreled technical pens labeled “003” and “005,” indicating ultra‑fine tips used for precise linework. To the right sits a Schmincke watercolor palette, its metal surface open to reveal small pans of paint. The most visible colors are yellows and oranges, some of them visibly wet or recently used. A red‑handled paintbrush rests across the palette, angled casually as if the artist set it down only moments before. The whole scene feels warm, focused, and quietly joyful—like a moment of creative flow frozen in time. The combination of fine ink detail and soft watercolor gives the workspace a sense of both discipline and play. It’s the kind of desk where small, thoughtful artworks come to life. Three inches by three inches.

Had some time to doodle during a meeting. I got to spend more time than I usually have for my daily doodles.

Daily Doodle -- 03/13/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 12, 2026.  All rights reserved.

The image captures a small, hand‑made piece of mixed‑media art resting on a tabletop. The artwork itself is a small square of watercolor paper. Its surface is washed with soft, pastel blotches—gentle greens, buttery yellows, rosy pinks, sky blues, and lavender purples. The colors feel airy and translucent, like clouds drifting across a spring morning.

Layered on top of these loose watercolor shapes is a bold, geometric pattern drawn in black marker. The lines are crisp and confident, forming an abstract maze-like structure—straight edges, right angles, and interlocking shapes that contrast sharply with the fluid watercolor beneath. The effect is a conversation between softness and structure, spontaneity and intention.

Above the artwork lies the black marker used to create the lines. It’s a thick, cylindrical paint marker labeled “uni POSCA,” with the words “Black / Noir / Negro 24” printed on its side. Its presence makes the scene feel intimate, as if the artist has just paused mid‑creation.

To the right of the artwork sits a watercolor palette—well-used, with dried and semi-wet pools of color arranged in small wells. A red-handled paintbrush rests across the palette, its bristles stained from recent use. The palette and brush add a sense of process and play, hinting at the tactile joy of mixing pigments and making marks.

The overall mood is calm, creative, and quietly joyful—an intimate glimpse into an artist’s workspace, where color and line meet in a small but expressive piece of art.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 12, 2026. All rights reserved. The image captures a small, hand‑made piece of mixed‑media art resting on a tabletop. The artwork itself is a small square of watercolor paper. Its surface is washed with soft, pastel blotches—gentle greens, buttery yellows, rosy pinks, sky blues, and lavender purples. The colors feel airy and translucent, like clouds drifting across a spring morning. Layered on top of these loose watercolor shapes is a bold, geometric pattern drawn in black marker. The lines are crisp and confident, forming an abstract maze-like structure—straight edges, right angles, and interlocking shapes that contrast sharply with the fluid watercolor beneath. The effect is a conversation between softness and structure, spontaneity and intention. Above the artwork lies the black marker used to create the lines. It’s a thick, cylindrical paint marker labeled “uni POSCA,” with the words “Black / Noir / Negro 24” printed on its side. Its presence makes the scene feel intimate, as if the artist has just paused mid‑creation. To the right of the artwork sits a watercolor palette—well-used, with dried and semi-wet pools of color arranged in small wells. A red-handled paintbrush rests across the palette, its bristles stained from recent use. The palette and brush add a sense of process and play, hinting at the tactile joy of mixing pigments and making marks. The overall mood is calm, creative, and quietly joyful—an intimate glimpse into an artist’s workspace, where color and line meet in a small but expressive piece of art. Three inches by three inches.

Desperately trying to create order out of my paperwork so I can file my taxes. It’s like herding cats.

Daily Doodle -- 03/12/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 11, 2026.  All rights reserved.

The image shows a small square piece of watercolor paper lying on a tabletop. Centered on it is an abstract artwork made with a mix of watercolor and black ink. The composition feels both geometric and organic — like a cluster of shapes gently leaning into one another.

The shapes are outlined in fine black ink, some with crisp straight edges, others with soft curves. Inside the outlines, the artist has filled areas with muted gray washes and warm yellow watercolor, creating a balance between cool and sunny tones. The watercolor is translucent, so the texture of the paper shows through, giving the shapes a soft, layered feeling. 

The overall arrangement resembles overlapping stones or puzzle pieces — distinct but interconnected.

Above the painting: A Sakura Pigma Micron 003 pen, extremely fine-tipped, suggesting the delicate linework. A Uni Posca black marker, thicker and more opaque, likely used for bolder outlines.

To the right: A Schmincke watercolor palette with wells of yellow and orange paint. A paintbrush rests across the palette, its bristles stained with yellow, hinting at the colors used in the artwork.

The scene feels calm, intentional, and creative — like a quiet moment in the middle of an art-making session. The combination of precise ink lines and soft watercolor washes gives the piece a sense of balance between structure and play.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 11, 2026. All rights reserved. The image shows a small square piece of watercolor paper lying on a tabletop. Centered on it is an abstract artwork made with a mix of watercolor and black ink. The composition feels both geometric and organic — like a cluster of shapes gently leaning into one another. The shapes are outlined in fine black ink, some with crisp straight edges, others with soft curves. Inside the outlines, the artist has filled areas with muted gray washes and warm yellow watercolor, creating a balance between cool and sunny tones. The watercolor is translucent, so the texture of the paper shows through, giving the shapes a soft, layered feeling. The overall arrangement resembles overlapping stones or puzzle pieces — distinct but interconnected. Above the painting: A Sakura Pigma Micron 003 pen, extremely fine-tipped, suggesting the delicate linework. A Uni Posca black marker, thicker and more opaque, likely used for bolder outlines. To the right: A Schmincke watercolor palette with wells of yellow and orange paint. A paintbrush rests across the palette, its bristles stained with yellow, hinting at the colors used in the artwork. The scene feels calm, intentional, and creative — like a quiet moment in the middle of an art-making session. The combination of precise ink lines and soft watercolor washes gives the piece a sense of balance between structure and play. Three inches by three inches.

I don’t typically name my doodles. This one is the exception. It’s called Shadow of My Former Self.

Daily Doodle -- 03/11/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 9, 2026.  All rights reserved.

The picture shows a small, hand‑painted watercolor artwork resting on a white surface. The piece feels intimate, like something made during a quiet moment at a desk.

The artwork resembles an organic cross‑section—something between a flower, a seed pod, and a tiny geological formation. It has a soft, rounded shape, almost like a petal or a shell sliced open to reveal its inner layers. The mood is gentle and contemplative.
The dominant colors are warm pinks, soft browns, and a touch of muted gold. The watercolor is applied in translucent washes, so the colors feel airy and fluid. The center is the darkest area, with deeper browns and a sense of depth. Moving outward, the colors lighten into pale pinks, giving the impression of something blooming or unfolding.

Fine black ink lines trace the shape and add delicate detail: The lines are extremely thin—almost hair‑fine—made with a precision pen. They outline the organic form and add tiny interior marks that feel like veins, ridges, or growth rings. The linework gives the piece structure, like a scientific illustration softened by watercolor.

Around the artwork are the tools used to make it: A Micron 003 archival ink pen, known for its ultra‑fine 0.15 mm line. A red‑handled paintbrush, angled slightly toward the artwork. A watercolor palette with many small pans of color, including metallic gold, browns, and blacks. Some pans show signs of recent use, with wet or mixed surfaces.

These objects create a sense of process—like we’re catching the artist mid‑creation.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 9, 2026. All rights reserved. The picture shows a small, hand‑painted watercolor artwork resting on a white surface. The piece feels intimate, like something made during a quiet moment at a desk. The artwork resembles an organic cross‑section—something between a flower, a seed pod, and a tiny geological formation. It has a soft, rounded shape, almost like a petal or a shell sliced open to reveal its inner layers. The mood is gentle and contemplative. The dominant colors are warm pinks, soft browns, and a touch of muted gold. The watercolor is applied in translucent washes, so the colors feel airy and fluid. The center is the darkest area, with deeper browns and a sense of depth. Moving outward, the colors lighten into pale pinks, giving the impression of something blooming or unfolding. Fine black ink lines trace the shape and add delicate detail: The lines are extremely thin—almost hair‑fine—made with a precision pen. They outline the organic form and add tiny interior marks that feel like veins, ridges, or growth rings. The linework gives the piece structure, like a scientific illustration softened by watercolor. Around the artwork are the tools used to make it: A Micron 003 archival ink pen, known for its ultra‑fine 0.15 mm line. A red‑handled paintbrush, angled slightly toward the artwork. A watercolor palette with many small pans of color, including metallic gold, browns, and blacks. Some pans show signs of recent use, with wet or mixed surfaces. These objects create a sense of process—like we’re catching the artist mid‑creation. Three inches by three inches.

Today, I found myself reflecting on the architecture of human existence. We are both separate and inseparable—distinct beings with lives constantly weaving together.

Daily Doodle -- 03/09/2026.
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#gingrichsart #doodle #dailydoodle #ArtistsOnBluesky #watercolor #pigmamicron #lukas #schmincke #art

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My #portrait of #UmaThurman from a few years ago.
Drawn on a 260g Craftpaper with #FaberCastell #Polychromos coloured pencils and #Schmincke Watercolour.

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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 6, 2026.  All rights reserved.

A small abstract artwork sits on a tabletop, surrounded by the tools used to make it. To the left are two fine‑line black pens, and to the right is a small watercolor palette with dark gray paints and a thin brush resting beside it. Everything feels calm, orderly, and intimate—like a quiet moment in an artist’s workspace.

The piece is a compact watercolor-and-ink composition built from simple geometric shapes:

Two rectangles dominate the layout. They’re outlined in black ink and filled with soft washes of pink, gray, and muted purple.

Inside each rectangle is a small arrow, drawn in ink, pointing in a direction—suggesting movement or flow, almost like a diagram softened by watercolor. Near the rectangles sit two circles, each made of thin concentric rings. They look a bit like ripples or targets, adding a sense of rhythm and balance.

The colors are gentle and slightly translucent, giving the whole piece a quiet, contemplative feeling.

The ink lines are crisp and deliberate, contrasting with the looser watercolor textures.

Overall, the artwork feels like a blend of structure and softness—part diagram, part daydream.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 6, 2026. All rights reserved. A small abstract artwork sits on a tabletop, surrounded by the tools used to make it. To the left are two fine‑line black pens, and to the right is a small watercolor palette with dark gray paints and a thin brush resting beside it. Everything feels calm, orderly, and intimate—like a quiet moment in an artist’s workspace. The piece is a compact watercolor-and-ink composition built from simple geometric shapes: Two rectangles dominate the layout. They’re outlined in black ink and filled with soft washes of pink, gray, and muted purple. Inside each rectangle is a small arrow, drawn in ink, pointing in a direction—suggesting movement or flow, almost like a diagram softened by watercolor. Near the rectangles sit two circles, each made of thin concentric rings. They look a bit like ripples or targets, adding a sense of rhythm and balance. The colors are gentle and slightly translucent, giving the whole piece a quiet, contemplative feeling. The ink lines are crisp and deliberate, contrasting with the looser watercolor textures. Overall, the artwork feels like a blend of structure and softness—part diagram, part daydream. Three inches by three inches.

Had a conversation with my best friend yesterday. We discussed decluttering our lives and enjoying simple things. I thought I'd bring that concept to my doodle today.

Daily Doodle -- 03/06/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 5, 2026.  All rights reserved.

A round artwork rests at the center of a small, intimate workspace, surrounded by the tools that shaped it. The piece itself is a black‑and‑white circular drawing filled with concentric rings of intricate patterns. Each ring carries its own rhythm: some are made of tiny repeating spirals, others of geometric shapes, others of soft, wave‑like curves. The overall effect is a quiet, meditative pulse—like ripples expanding from a single drop of water.

The drawing is done in fine black ink, with delicate gray watercolor washes adding depth. The shading is subtle, almost smoky, giving the patterns a sense of movement and breath. Nothing feels harsh; the lines are crisp but gentle, and the grays soften the transitions between each band of pattern.

To the left of the artwork lie two Micron pens, slim and beige, the kind used for precise linework. One is labeled “Micron 005,” the other “Micron 05,” indicating extremely fine tips. They rest casually on the table, as if just set down mid‑process.

To the right sits a small watercolor palette, its wells filled with different strengths of black and gray pigment. A red‑handled paintbrush lies across it, stained at the tip from recent use. The palette looks well‑loved—some wells are nearly dry, others glossy with fresh paint.

The whole scene feels calm and focused, like a moment paused in the middle of creation. It carries the quiet satisfaction of slow, careful work: the kind where your breath steadies, your hand moves with intention, and the world narrows to the soft scratch of pen on paper.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 5, 2026. All rights reserved. A round artwork rests at the center of a small, intimate workspace, surrounded by the tools that shaped it. The piece itself is a black‑and‑white circular drawing filled with concentric rings of intricate patterns. Each ring carries its own rhythm: some are made of tiny repeating spirals, others of geometric shapes, others of soft, wave‑like curves. The overall effect is a quiet, meditative pulse—like ripples expanding from a single drop of water. The drawing is done in fine black ink, with delicate gray watercolor washes adding depth. The shading is subtle, almost smoky, giving the patterns a sense of movement and breath. Nothing feels harsh; the lines are crisp but gentle, and the grays soften the transitions between each band of pattern. To the left of the artwork lie two Micron pens, slim and beige, the kind used for precise linework. One is labeled “Micron 005,” the other “Micron 05,” indicating extremely fine tips. They rest casually on the table, as if just set down mid‑process. To the right sits a small watercolor palette, its wells filled with different strengths of black and gray pigment. A red‑handled paintbrush lies across it, stained at the tip from recent use. The palette looks well‑loved—some wells are nearly dry, others glossy with fresh paint. The whole scene feels calm and focused, like a moment paused in the middle of creation. It carries the quiet satisfaction of slow, careful work: the kind where your breath steadies, your hand moves with intention, and the world narrows to the soft scratch of pen on paper. Three inches by three inches.

It's raining on the farm. Everything is gray again. The world is spiraling.

Daily Doodle -- 03/05/2026.
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#gingrichsart #doodle #dailydoodle #ArtistsOnBluesky #watercolor #art #artist #pigmamicron #schmincke

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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 3, 2026.  All rights reserved.

The piece feels like a small universe held in your hands — a circular, mixed‑media mandala made of ink and watercolor, glowing with layered color and delicate pattern.

Imagine a round, hand‑sized artwork built from many concentric rings. Each ring has its own rhythm: some tight and detailed like beadwork, others soft and washed like diluted dye spreading through cloth. The whole circle feels alive, pulsing gently from the center outward.

The palette moves through purples, pinks, blues, and greens, all in watercolor’s translucent softness.  The purples and pinks feel warm and velvety, like the inside of a seashell.  The blues and greens feel cool and airy, like shallow water over smooth stones.  Together they create a mood that’s calm, playful, and slightly cosmic.

The artwork is built in rings, each one distinct:
One ring is made of tiny zigzags, like embroidered stitches.
Another is dotted with small ink points, almost like seeds or stars.
Others use fine parallel lines, giving a sense of texture—like woven fabric or ripples in sand.

Some rings are pure watercolor washes, soft and cloudlike, letting the pigment bloom and feather.

The center is not a single image but a cluster of shapes and colors that feel like the heart of the pattern — a gentle focal point from which everything radiates.

The ink lines are extremely fine, drawn with a technical pen, giving the piece a sense of precision and care. The watercolor adds looseness and breath. Together they create a balance between structure and spontaneity — like a hand‑stitched quilt touched with light.

The artwork sits on white paper. Nearby are the tools that made it:  A very fine‑tipped archival ink pen.  A watercolor palette with a brush resting on it, colors still damp and mixed — a quiet sign of the artist mid‑process.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 3, 2026. All rights reserved. The piece feels like a small universe held in your hands — a circular, mixed‑media mandala made of ink and watercolor, glowing with layered color and delicate pattern. Imagine a round, hand‑sized artwork built from many concentric rings. Each ring has its own rhythm: some tight and detailed like beadwork, others soft and washed like diluted dye spreading through cloth. The whole circle feels alive, pulsing gently from the center outward. The palette moves through purples, pinks, blues, and greens, all in watercolor’s translucent softness. The purples and pinks feel warm and velvety, like the inside of a seashell. The blues and greens feel cool and airy, like shallow water over smooth stones. Together they create a mood that’s calm, playful, and slightly cosmic. The artwork is built in rings, each one distinct: One ring is made of tiny zigzags, like embroidered stitches. Another is dotted with small ink points, almost like seeds or stars. Others use fine parallel lines, giving a sense of texture—like woven fabric or ripples in sand. Some rings are pure watercolor washes, soft and cloudlike, letting the pigment bloom and feather. The center is not a single image but a cluster of shapes and colors that feel like the heart of the pattern — a gentle focal point from which everything radiates. The ink lines are extremely fine, drawn with a technical pen, giving the piece a sense of precision and care. The watercolor adds looseness and breath. Together they create a balance between structure and spontaneity — like a hand‑stitched quilt touched with light. The artwork sits on white paper. Nearby are the tools that made it: A very fine‑tipped archival ink pen. A watercolor palette with a brush resting on it, colors still damp and mixed — a quiet sign of the artist mid‑process. Three inches by three inches.

Daily Doodle -- 03/03/2026.
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#gingrichsart #doodle #dailydoodle #ArtistsOnBluesky #schmincke #watercolor #art #artist #pigmamicron

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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 2, 2026.  All rights reserved.

A small, intimate art‑making moment sits on a tabletop, arranged the way a person might pause mid‑process. The center of the photo holds a small abstract artwork—a square of paper with three soft watercolor circles: blue, green, and yellow. They appear like translucent bubbles drifting next to each other. Over the color sits a tangle of fine black ink lines, looping and weaving like a loose ribbon or a wandering thread. 

The lines feel spontaneous but intentional, creating a sense of motion over the calm washes of color.

Two Micron archival ink pens rest nearby. They’re slim, beige pens with black caps, labeled with their ultra‑fine sizes: 005 (0.20 mm) and 003 (0.15 mm).  Their presence suggests the delicate linework in the artwork—precise, steady, almost whisper‑thin.

To the right sits a Schmincke watercolor palette, open to reveal pans of warm yellows and oranges. A small paintbrush lies across it, its bristles stained with color. The palette looks well‑loved, with tiny dried pools of pigment and the soft shine of recently activated paint.

The whole scene feels quiet, focused, and handmade—a moment of creative play or gentle experimentation. The textures contrast beautifully: the soft, velvety watercolor circles, the crisp, hair‑fine ink lines, and the solid, practical tools that make such delicacy possible.

It’s the kind of workspace where someone pauses, breathes, and lets their hands follow curiosity.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 2, 2026. All rights reserved. A small, intimate art‑making moment sits on a tabletop, arranged the way a person might pause mid‑process. The center of the photo holds a small abstract artwork—a square of paper with three soft watercolor circles: blue, green, and yellow. They appear like translucent bubbles drifting next to each other. Over the color sits a tangle of fine black ink lines, looping and weaving like a loose ribbon or a wandering thread. The lines feel spontaneous but intentional, creating a sense of motion over the calm washes of color. Two Micron archival ink pens rest nearby. They’re slim, beige pens with black caps, labeled with their ultra‑fine sizes: 005 (0.20 mm) and 003 (0.15 mm). Their presence suggests the delicate linework in the artwork—precise, steady, almost whisper‑thin. To the right sits a Schmincke watercolor palette, open to reveal pans of warm yellows and oranges. A small paintbrush lies across it, its bristles stained with color. The palette looks well‑loved, with tiny dried pools of pigment and the soft shine of recently activated paint. The whole scene feels quiet, focused, and handmade—a moment of creative play or gentle experimentation. The textures contrast beautifully: the soft, velvety watercolor circles, the crisp, hair‑fine ink lines, and the solid, practical tools that make such delicacy possible. It’s the kind of workspace where someone pauses, breathes, and lets their hands follow curiosity. Three inches by three inches.

Sometimes, your life takes unexpected twists and turns.

Daily Doodle -- 03/02/2026.
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“Desert devil girl” - #watercolor #painting Series of #schmincke super granulation colors set. Wallpaper is available on ko-fi🧡 ko-fi.com/lita426t

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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 1, 2026.  All rights reserved.

The piece feels like a small, intimate moment of mixed‑media play—two soft watercolor rectangles, one sunlit yellow and one cool, airy blue, overlapping like translucent windows. Each rectangle is filled with extremely fine black‑ink linework, the kind that feels almost whispered onto the page: thin vines, tiny leaves, and looping tendrils that curl and wander as if they’re growing in slow motion.

The overall mood is light, delicate, and quietly joyful—like a botanical daydream suspended in color. The yellow rectangle sits slightly lower and to the left. Its color is warm and even, like diluted honey. Inside it, the ink vines feel a little more open and relaxed, with gentle curves and small leaf clusters. The blue rectangle overlaps the yellow at the top right. The blue is pale and breezy, like a wash of morning sky. Its ink pattern is similar but slightly denser—more curls, more tiny leaves—giving it a sense of movement. Where the two rectangles overlap, the colors blend into a soft greenish tint, but the ink lines remain crisp and visible.

The ink is extremely fine—almost hair‑thin—suggesting a technical pen with a tiny nib. The lines feel steady and intentional, but still organic, like the artist let the vines wander naturally.

Above the piece lies a Micron 003 pen, the kind used for ultra‑fine detail. To the right is a small watercolor palette with several yellows and a paintbrush resting beside it. These objects frame the artwork and hint at the quiet, hands‑on process behind it.

If you could touch it, the watercolor areas would feel smooth and matte, while the ink lines would be just barely raised—like the faintest threadwork stitched across paper. The whole piece gives the impression of something growing gently inside a pair of colored windows.

Three inches by three inches.

Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 1, 2026. All rights reserved. The piece feels like a small, intimate moment of mixed‑media play—two soft watercolor rectangles, one sunlit yellow and one cool, airy blue, overlapping like translucent windows. Each rectangle is filled with extremely fine black‑ink linework, the kind that feels almost whispered onto the page: thin vines, tiny leaves, and looping tendrils that curl and wander as if they’re growing in slow motion. The overall mood is light, delicate, and quietly joyful—like a botanical daydream suspended in color. The yellow rectangle sits slightly lower and to the left. Its color is warm and even, like diluted honey. Inside it, the ink vines feel a little more open and relaxed, with gentle curves and small leaf clusters. The blue rectangle overlaps the yellow at the top right. The blue is pale and breezy, like a wash of morning sky. Its ink pattern is similar but slightly denser—more curls, more tiny leaves—giving it a sense of movement. Where the two rectangles overlap, the colors blend into a soft greenish tint, but the ink lines remain crisp and visible. The ink is extremely fine—almost hair‑thin—suggesting a technical pen with a tiny nib. The lines feel steady and intentional, but still organic, like the artist let the vines wander naturally. Above the piece lies a Micron 003 pen, the kind used for ultra‑fine detail. To the right is a small watercolor palette with several yellows and a paintbrush resting beside it. These objects frame the artwork and hint at the quiet, hands‑on process behind it. If you could touch it, the watercolor areas would feel smooth and matte, while the ink lines would be just barely raised—like the faintest threadwork stitched across paper. The whole piece gives the impression of something growing gently inside a pair of colored windows. Three inches by three inches.

Daily Doodle -- 03/01/2026.
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My portrait of Heath Ledger from 2 years ago.
Drawn on a DIN A3, 11.7 x 16.5" 275g #Clairefontaine #Craftpaper with #FaberCastell #Polychromos and #Schmincke #Watercolour.
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So… I recently found out about Artists Trading Cards and Art Cards, Editions and Originals… It just seemed like a really fun thing to do and attempt to sell my artwork…

#schmincke #schminckeliquids #schminckeliquidcharcoal #schminckeliquidearth #aceo

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