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a blog by Lisa Spangler

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Fanny Pack!

Posted on June 2, 2018June 2, 2018by Lisa

The best sketch kit is the one that you have with you, and a fanny pack is great for taking everywhere!

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Let’s Talk Pencil Sharpeners

Posted on September 7, 2017September 8, 2017by Lisa
A review of the KUM Masterpiece, KUM Palomino Blackwing Long Point, Alvin DUX Inkwell, and Mobius & Ruppert Brass Round Double Hole pencil sharpeners, plus info replacement blades.

A comparison/review of the KUM Masterpiece, KUM Palomino Blackwing Long Point, Alvin DUX Inkwell, and Mobius & Ruppert Brass Round Double Hole pencil sharpeners, plus info on replacement blades.

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My Sketchbook

Posted on March 20, 2017March 21, 2017by Lisa

Several people have asked what sketchbook I’m using — so here ya go!

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Book Review: The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling

Posted on March 17, 2017April 28, 2018by Lisa

Hi there and welcome to my first ever book review! Yes, you read that right, this is my first one — I’ve never been as excited about a book before and felt that I HAD to write a review. And I read a ton, and always have. So that’s really saying something. I just feel like everyone […]

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I'm so glad you're here! I'm Lisa Spangler, prairie girl living in the big city of Austin, TX. In case you were wondering, sideoats is the state grass of Texas and to me it's just as beautiful as any flower. Hope you'll stay awhile and visit often. More about me.

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Painted Notes: My Mixed Media Card Class

Have you always wanted to try mixed media but weren’t sure where to start? Well then, I have just the class for you over at Big Picture. THIS is the class I wish I could have taken when I started on my mixed media journey. Come join me.

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