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Day 02. As we were getting ready for our 4 weeks of self-isolation,I was preparing myself for a quarantine project (s). The initial thought was to get my website ready within that time. I've been neglecting it for a couple of years. The old Read This Story

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Day 01. What a day to start a blog on the new website.But hey, there’s never a perfect time for everything anyway. As all of us know, the whole world is fighting against Covid-19 a.k.a. Coronavirus. At the time of writing, New Zealand has a Read This Story

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Have I shared this story before?⁠ Sometimes when I baked too many goodies at home, I ask E to share them with his coworker. ⁠ ⁠ One day, we have too many banana muffins so then E shares them with one of his best buds at work. A few days later, we've got a home-baked Macaroons (in 3 different flavors) in return.⁠ ⁠ It was delish! But to think of comparing my blender muffin to a macaroon is a bit... 😂⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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Have I shared this story before?⁠ Sometimes when I baked too many goodies at home, I ask E to share them with his coworker. ⁠ ⁠ One day, we have too many banana muffins so then E shares them with one of his best buds at work. A few days later, we've got a home-baked Macaroons (in 3 different flavors) in return.⁠ ⁠ It was delish! But to think of comparing my blender muffin to a macaroon is a bit... 😂⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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I like making timeline, it shows you someone's life journey.⁠ Everytime I've got a timeline project, I need to have a look on the whole story first then decided what's the best way to draw or symbolize each milestones while keeping in mind that everything need to flow together :)⁠ ⁠ This timeline belongs to one of my precious friend/ family. I really hope they like it 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
I like making timeline, it shows you someone's life journey.⁠ Everytime I've got a timeline project, I need to have a look on the whole story first then decided what's the best way to draw or symbolize each milestones while keeping in mind that everything need to flow together :)⁠ ⁠ This timeline belongs to one of my precious friend/ family. I really hope they like it 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
I like making timeline, it shows you someone's life journey.⁠ Everytime I've got a timeline project, I need to have a look on the whole story first then decided what's the best way to draw or symbolize each milestones while keeping in mind that everything need to flow together :)⁠ ⁠ This timeline belongs to one of my precious friend/ family. I really hope they like it 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
I like making timeline, it shows you someone's life journey.⁠ Everytime I've got a timeline project, I need to have a look on the whole story first then decided what's the best way to draw or symbolize each milestones while keeping in mind that everything need to flow together :)⁠ ⁠ This timeline belongs to one of my precious friend/ family. I really hope they like it 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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I like making timeline, it shows you someone's life journey.⁠ Everytime I've got a timeline project, I need to have a look on the whole story first then decided what's the best way to draw or symbolize each milestones while keeping in mind that everything need to flow together :)⁠ ⁠ This timeline belongs to one of my precious friend/ family. I really hope they like it 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
2 months ago
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Purple combines the calm stability of blue and the fierce energy of red. ⁠ ⁠ Do you know that if we go back to our pre-historic existence, the color purple is a rare occurring color in nature, and as a result is often seen as having sacred meaning. It means Wisdom, Bravery, and Spirituality.⁠ ⁠ Variations of purple convey different meanings: Light purples are light-hearted, floral, and romantic. The dark shades are more intellectual and dignified.⁠ ⁠ Most young people view purple as a happy color. Remember Barney? No baggage. Older adults view the color through a broader perspective.⁠ ⁠ What do you think about purple? 💜⁠ ⁠ From different sources.⁠ #thepaperandink
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Purple combines the calm stability of blue and the fierce energy of red. ⁠ ⁠ Do you know that if we go back to our pre-historic existence, the color purple is a rare occurring color in nature, and as a result is often seen as having sacred meaning. It means Wisdom, Bravery, and Spirituality.⁠ ⁠ Variations of purple convey different meanings: Light purples are light-hearted, floral, and romantic. The dark shades are more intellectual and dignified.⁠ ⁠ Most young people view purple as a happy color. Remember Barney? No baggage. Older adults view the color through a broader perspective.⁠ ⁠ What do you think about purple? 💜⁠ ⁠ From different sources.⁠ #thepaperandink
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. As the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them. Lest we forget. #thepaperandink #anzacday2022 #lestweforget🌹
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. As the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them. Lest we forget. #thepaperandink #anzacday2022 #lestweforget🌹
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Artwork for #earthday yesterday.⁠ ⁠ Trying out the new Sketchbook from @stillmanandbirn @hobbylandnz with my old @copic_official markers. Just as expected, the thick paper did its best to prevent bleeding but some parts that had more blending did bleed nevertheless. Good enough in my opinion... ⁠ ⁠ I wasn't too happy about the darker green color of her hair but I run out of options. Maybe I should get more markers 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Artwork for #earthday yesterday.⁠ ⁠ Trying out the new Sketchbook from @stillmanandbirn @hobbylandnz with my old @copic_official markers. Just as expected, the thick paper did its best to prevent bleeding but some parts that had more blending did bleed nevertheless. Good enough in my opinion... ⁠ ⁠ I wasn't too happy about the darker green color of her hair but I run out of options. Maybe I should get more markers 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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Artwork for #earthday yesterday.⁠ ⁠ Trying out the new Sketchbook from @stillmanandbirn @hobbylandnz with my old @copic_official markers. Just as expected, the thick paper did its best to prevent bleeding but some parts that had more blending did bleed nevertheless. Good enough in my opinion... ⁠ ⁠ I wasn't too happy about the darker green color of her hair but I run out of options. Maybe I should get more markers 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
2 months ago
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@circatheatre for this week's challenge!⁠ I love how symmetrical this building looks! I love symmetrical houses, it satisfies me just by looking at them.⁠ ⁠ Our neighbor recently told me they have an annual Christmas trip to the theatre. Hmm, I've never been there even once 😗⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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@circatheatre for this week's challenge!⁠ I love how symmetrical this building looks! I love symmetrical houses, it satisfies me just by looking at them.⁠ ⁠ Our neighbor recently told me they have an annual Christmas trip to the theatre. Hmm, I've never been there even once 😗⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
2 months ago
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Happy Easter Monday, folks!⁠ ⁠ It's the last day of a long weekend here in New Zealand. ⁠ When I first moved to this country, I was amazed that Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays. So we'll be back to work tomorrow.⁠ ⁠ But, you know what? The only thing better than a long weekend is that it's followed by a short week 😜 ⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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Happy Easter Monday, folks!⁠ ⁠ It's the last day of a long weekend here in New Zealand. ⁠ When I first moved to this country, I was amazed that Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays. So we'll be back to work tomorrow.⁠ ⁠ But, you know what? The only thing better than a long weekend is that it's followed by a short week 😜 ⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
2 months ago
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This shop is literally just at the corner from my work. When the previous store closed and they did a renovation to prepare for a new store opening, I saw pink tiles. I wondered what would open here next, every time I walk past it on my way home.⁠ ⁠ Then one day, I saw a glimpse of the front window sticker. It's @duckislandicecream !!! Rejoice! ⁠ ⁠ What's your favorite flavor?⁠ My one is actually Fairy Bread 😂⁠ ⁠ Now that I think about it, I need a tub of it immediately.⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink⁠ ⁠ #nzart #newzealandart #kiwiartist #nzcreators #newzealandartist #nzartists #nzcustom #madeinnewzealand #purenewzealand #wellymade ⁠ #newzealandfinds #nzmade #purenz #gottalovenz #shoplocalnz #wellingtonnz #doodlesofinstagram #dailydoodle #doodleart #doodling #drawingoftheday #doodledaily #sketchaday #doodlesketch #draws #dailydoodles #doodleaday #dailydrawing #procreateart
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This shop is literally just at the corner from my work. When the previous store closed and they did a renovation to prepare for a new store opening, I saw pink tiles. I wondered what would open here next, every time I walk past it on my way home.⁠ ⁠ Then one day, I saw a glimpse of the front window sticker. It's @duckislandicecream !!! Rejoice! ⁠ ⁠ What's your favorite flavor?⁠ My one is actually Fairy Bread 😂⁠ ⁠ Now that I think about it, I need a tub of it immediately.⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink⁠ ⁠ #nzart #newzealandart #kiwiartist #nzcreators #newzealandartist #nzartists #nzcustom #madeinnewzealand #purenewzealand #wellymade ⁠ #newzealandfinds #nzmade #purenz #gottalovenz #shoplocalnz #wellingtonnz #doodlesofinstagram #dailydoodle #doodleart #doodling #drawingoftheday #doodledaily #sketchaday #doodlesketch #draws #dailydoodles #doodleaday #dailydrawing #procreateart
2 months ago
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For all those people with no green thumb out there, please remember, succulent is our friend 😇⁠ ⁠ But hey, even succulents need maintenance. I notice we need to keep trimming them otherwise they'll go wild and leggy(?), especially if they don't have enough sun...⁠ ⁠ Please can someone share some tips for healthy, stay-in-size succulents? 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
For all those people with no green thumb out there, please remember, succulent is our friend 😇⁠ ⁠ But hey, even succulents need maintenance. I notice we need to keep trimming them otherwise they'll go wild and leggy(?), especially if they don't have enough sun...⁠ ⁠ Please can someone share some tips for healthy, stay-in-size succulents? 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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For all those people with no green thumb out there, please remember, succulent is our friend 😇⁠ ⁠ But hey, even succulents need maintenance. I notice we need to keep trimming them otherwise they'll go wild and leggy(?), especially if they don't have enough sun...⁠ ⁠ Please can someone share some tips for healthy, stay-in-size succulents? 🤣⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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@havanabarwellington for this week's Challenge.⁠ ⁠ Unfortunately, me and E are not into drinks. Well, I do love and enjoy my drink, but it's not like I need to get it every week or so. So unfortunately, I almost got no knowledge to this city's hippest drink place or similar...⁠ ⁠ Hey, I suddenly feel like having a painkiller. Is it because we're at Havana? 🍹⁠ ⁠ How many weeks have I been doing this, again?⁠ Any idea which storefront should I draw next week? 😅⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink⁠
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@havanabarwellington for this week's Challenge.⁠ ⁠ Unfortunately, me and E are not into drinks. Well, I do love and enjoy my drink, but it's not like I need to get it every week or so. So unfortunately, I almost got no knowledge to this city's hippest drink place or similar...⁠ ⁠ Hey, I suddenly feel like having a painkiller. Is it because we're at Havana? 🍹⁠ ⁠ How many weeks have I been doing this, again?⁠ Any idea which storefront should I draw next week? 😅⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink⁠
3 months ago
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A good old friend of mine told me this a long time ago. I still remember it now, it's a quote that I hold dear 🥰⁠ ⁠ Small win every day.⁠ ⁠ Instead of focusing too much on a big win that seems too far ahead, a small win every day could be something that will be much more rewarding.⁠ ⁠ We were actually talking about going to the gym, so she mentioned just going to the gym, it's a small win for her that day.⁠ ⁠ So it could be something very simple, something good that you unconsciously do as a routine, but because you do it every day, it loses its value. Think of it more, it could be drinking 6 cups of water a day, it could be doing house chores, taking the dog for a walk.⁠ ⁠ Be grateful for your every day 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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A good old friend of mine told me this a long time ago. I still remember it now, it's a quote that I hold dear 🥰⁠ ⁠ Small win every day.⁠ ⁠ Instead of focusing too much on a big win that seems too far ahead, a small win every day could be something that will be much more rewarding.⁠ ⁠ We were actually talking about going to the gym, so she mentioned just going to the gym, it's a small win for her that day.⁠ ⁠ So it could be something very simple, something good that you unconsciously do as a routine, but because you do it every day, it loses its value. Think of it more, it could be drinking 6 cups of water a day, it could be doing house chores, taking the dog for a walk.⁠ ⁠ Be grateful for your every day 🥰⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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Last Saturday was Urban Sketchers Wellington's monthly meetup. Luckily it was a warm and sunny day, after a week of bad weather, I initially wasn't sure if I'll go if the weather is not well...⁠ ⁠ I tried to use masking tape to get the crisp corner for the first time. I did tear it slightly, maybe because I was taking it off when it's still not completely dry yet...⁠ ⁠ It actually helps you to focus on one thing instead of being overwhelmed by too much stuff in your surrounding. I wasn't feeling too well when drawing this and I feel I wouldn't be able to draw a full drawing if I don't prepare the masking tape beforehand.⁠ ⁠ I finish the small panel in less than an hour and got plenty of time left so I draw the complimentary painting on the right side. I figured I wouldn't be able to finish it if I pick something complicated so I decided to draw the dapple shades where I was sitting at.⁠ ⁠ I only brought 1 size 6 brush so it was a challenge to draw a big space...⁠ ⁠ #thepaperandink
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