Morning. Dawn, Joseph Farquharson, 1846–1935.

I hope to live a long, healthy life. I want my husband to as well. We eat a vegan diet. No drugs, smoking, or drinking. Walks most days, hydrate & protect ourselves from the sun. Wear masks, as we know Covid wrecks the body. Passivity = illness/early death. Proactive = at least a fighting chance.

From today's walk. So cheerful!

A little moment of calm for your Sunday, from me to you. 🍵🌱🖤

I feel like everyone I see around me is dead inside. Walking zombies. Allowing themselves to be manipulated, in exchange for comfort and convenience. I want to scream, "Wakeup!" But I do not think they would pay any attention.

Saturday sketchbook share. 🩶

Just in time for the weekend, this month's blog post is up. It's a bit personal (but not too personal) & a bit downbeat, but that is what can happen when one writes from the heart & not from some AI prompt, or whatever people use these days to "generate content." Have a safe & restful weekend, all.🙏🏼

Happy #PortfolioDay! My name is Angela & I create calm art for a busy world using traditional, analog mediums. I am looking for opportunities in the art & illustration field & would love to work with you! 🙏🏼 Portfolio: angelamariemorton.crevado.com #Seekingrepresentation #Artist #Illustrator

I'm working on a little something new, and was flipping through my sketchbook for some inspiration and references and came across this crane from a little while back. I just felt like posting it, as it gave me a bit of a lift. Maybe it will do the same for you, if you could do with one. 🩶

✨️Sale on in the shop✨️ The Adventures of Algernon is an ongoing illustration series, and in his latest adventure, he has captured a star. Now available in my shop as a print, on tote bags, stickers, and many other items. Pop on over, if you are so inclined. 🌠 www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1818...

Life is short. If you value your life, and the lives of others, make smart choices now, today. Do the right things, even if they are inconvenient, or they go against the norm. You are strong enough. If you do not value your life, and the lives of others, your actions will speak for themselves.

Forest bathing, PNW style.

🖤🤍Up to 40% off everything in my shop today🤍🖤 A little something functional and practical to add to your space: Coasters for your mug of calming hot tea, or refreshing, cool water. This simple, minimal drawing was inspired by the Japanese tea ceremony, and brings a touch of Zen to your table. 🍵⛩️🙏🏼

Felt like sharing this little drawing from a few weeks ago. I hope it brings a smile to your face, and provides you with even just a brief respite from any stresses or worries. Sometimes, we just need to see two friends enjoying a wholesome moment.🌈

🖤Shop sale on today🖤 In this overstimulating, fast-paced world, I take refuge in slowness & simplicity. Drawing & paintings cranes is my way of countering the noise & chaos. If this piece resonates with you, feel free to visit my shop & support an indie artist. 🤍 www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1818...

Some Zen art for your Sunday. 🖤💙

Everything up to 40% off in the shop today 🙏🏼❤️ I don't know about you, but I dreaming of making a raft & lazily paddling to a quiet, distant shore, free of troubles, worries & cares & full of beauty, solitude & new beginnings. I'm not able to do that, so Algernon is fulfilling my dream for me. 🫶

Noooooo 💔

I don't celebrate the 4th, despite being born in the U.S. However, I do have a place in my heart for the date, as it's the day my husband proposed to me - 25 years ago today, I said yes to my best friend. We were married the following June. Anyone else have a non-patriotic memory of the 4th?

I cannot overstate how meaningful it is to have art made by humans on my walls. Some the pieces have, over the years, become like a family portrait and essential to feel like home. There is always this extra little high I get buying from the individual, supporting their vision and creation +

Their work really is invaluable! Please share & support if you can 🩵

Philippe is wishing you all a happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Hello agents, art directors, editors & kidlit folks. I am available for projects & #seekingrepresentation. I would welcome the opportunity to work with you. Portfolio: angelamariemorton.crevado.com SCBWI: www.scbwi.org/members/ange...

Afternoon walk. Just give me all the nature. 💚🌲🌿🌱☘️🍀🍃

PSA from your friendly neighborhood artist: Refrain from taking small pleasures for granted. Your morning cup of tea, a neighborhood walk, a warm shower at the end of the day. Tomorrow, they may no longer be available to you. Be in, and appreciate, the present moment. It is all any of us truly have.

Giant cherry tree on a rainy day in Japan. Photography by Akihiko Fukuyama

Good Lord, I wish Covid never happened. But, it did. So, I continue to do my best to protect myself, my loved ones, and my community from it, which includes wearing a respirator mask when I am out. But I will not lie. I miss the pre-Covid world. We did not know how lucky we were.

A wee sketch, from me to you. 🩶

Worked on this piece today, from my temporary desk setup (a small floor desk and meditation cushion). Thought I'd bring in some Zen to our feeds to close out the evening. 🙏🏼🖤

"He (Charles Poon, vice president of vehicle hardware engineering) said these human workers had since been reintroduced to train up its systems, as well as mentor younger workers." So, the humans will train the machine to, ultimately, take their jobs from them, and from future generations.

This little long tailed tit painting is looking for a new home. He's only wee and would fit into any little space.😊 earthandsandbyanna.etsy.com/listing/4379... #longtailedtit #birds #art #Scottishartist #artshop #sciart

Monday sketchbook share. 🩶

🖤Final shop sale day🖤 If you've had your eye on something, you'll save a bit if you purchase it today. If you've not yet explored my shop, I invite you to stop by and see what strikes your fancy. You'll find calming, Zen-inspired works, like this crane mug, as well as cute characters & watercolors.

Temporary art space setup. Minimal, but cozy. It is fortunate that I tend to work quite small, so it is suitable for my needs. I enjoy seeing people's workspaces, artists or otherwise, so thought others might think this was a fun little peek behind the scenes as well. 😊

🩶🤍 Shop Sale 🤍🩶 The shop sale runs through tomorrow, so if you are looking for cozy, whimsical, human-made art, you will get the most bang for your buck today and Monday. I invite everyone to pop over and explore the many offerings available. Your purchases mean so much to me - thank you. 🙏🏼🫶

Before I left Facebook, I did a survey asking my (liberal) friends why they had stopped masking. The number one response, by far, was "My doctors don't mask. If COVID was a big deal, my doctors would be wearing masks."

Complacency & societal pressure are real & can make those who are concerned about covid & who continue to mask feel isolated. Do not give in or give up. I know it is difficult, especially at certain times of year, but vigilance is key. Protecting yourself & others is just as important now as ever. 🫶

Hi all. I am currently working on July's blog post, but in the meantime, if you are in the mood, I invite you to read this month's, which is a bookish one, complete with a few recommedations for you TBR list. If you have a love for the Greek Islands, you may find it of particular interest. 😉🩵💙🤍

🩵Shop sale happening today🩵 Happy weekend, everyone. I have added a few new pieces to my shop, including this one which I've titled "In Step." I think it would be such a cute gift for a bestie or dear one. www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1817...

Happy 100th birthday to Mel Brooks, director of some of the best comedies ever made.

🤍💙🩵 Shop Sale 🩵💙🤍 There is a little something for everyone, from print to totes and everything in between. All of my art is created by hand, with traditional analog tools and mediums. If you are looking for art that is 100% human-made, I invite you to pop over to my shop for a browse.

In dreams

Here is a little Zen-inspired art for your Thursday. 🖤🤍

💛❤️Shop sale today - uo to 40% off❤️💛 Prints, totes, mugs, notebooks, sticker, and other items are all on sale, so pop by for a browse. Your purchases help keep this indie artist stocked with art supplies! 😉

"I prefer not to."

🖤🤍 Shop sale on today 🖤🤍 I just added this popular piece to the shop (link below), and there are many other similar offerings available. If you enjoy Zen-influenced, calming, analog art, I invite you to pop over and have a look. 🙏🏼 www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1817...

These two friends are now available in my shop, and I invite you all to pop over and have a look at all the goodies they are available on. 💚🩵 www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/1811...

Mom and dad black-necked cranes strolling with their one baby. The black-necked crane is among the world’s rarest crane species. It is a first class protected wild animal in China. They mate for life and have only one or two babies each breeding season.

A small sketch for your Sunday. 🩶🤍

"Tired"

As springtime draws to a close, I thought I'd share a link from my blog for some inspiration and suggestions for your summer reading list. As a former bookseller for over 20 years, I love recommending books, and talking about all things literary, so feel free to comment with some of your faves. 📚