Welcome to my art journal blog. I've created several little projects lately that don't fit into my paper crafting blog, so it was time to start a home for those pieces. I'm hoping to see growth here, not necessarily in numbers of visitors, but in my own personal style and skill set. I'm exploring my roots, which in part means getting back to sketching, hence the name Sketches in Time.
In addition to sketching, it means truly seeing the inspiration that surrounds me. You may find a quick sketch here, or you may find a photograph here that will later serve as project inspiration. You may find a link to my latest book purchase or travel plans. It's eclectic--you're welcome to come along for the ride!
Debbie Olson
You are one talented lady. Love your drawing style the shading and highlights are fantastic. It reminds me of art class and all the fun times just drawing and painting.
As my Mom tells me seasons of life some day you will have time again to do those things and you will miss all of the business you have in your life now.
Have a great day.
Posted by: Donna Polley | 05/02/2011 at 09:06 AM
I've added your new blog to my Google Reader list. I'm just a wannabee when it comes to Copic markers right now, but I really enjoy your blog and I'm looking forward to following your new blog, too! TFS your creativity! ;-)
Posted by: diana | 05/02/2011 at 09:43 AM
Wow, you are very talented in many ways! I will be following both blogs. Thanks for the heads up.
Posted by: Debbie B | 05/02/2011 at 02:20 PM
I am blown away by your talent, Debbie. Thank you for sharing with us who are not quite up as far as you on the creativity chain of life.
Posted by: Christine | 05/03/2011 at 06:02 AM
Your sketch is wonderful. If there was a stamp of it I would buy it in an instant. I will definitely be checking on your new blog to see what inspires you. You surely do inspire me!
Posted by: Becky | 05/03/2011 at 08:45 AM
You GO GIRL!!!
Posted by: Lori Barnett | 05/03/2011 at 12:38 PM
Debbie,
It was a great thrill to meet you at CHA last July! As I shared with you then, and will share with your followers here, my sister and fellow blogger are constantly saying how we hate Debbie Olson (which is code for "jealous of your talent).
I so look forward to you new blog. I can only hope to learn a technique or two and find inspiration from what you share.
Thanks for both of your blogs...
Monica
Posted by: Monica L | 05/04/2011 at 12:38 PM
Well to reiterate all of the previous comments....I adore your work and you have talent oozing from your pores. And I am jealous also...but congrats on starting a new blog and thanks for all you share with us wannabes. Looking forward to reading and seeing all of work. Thanks
Posted by: Moi | 05/04/2011 at 01:58 PM
Hi Debbie-
I too am excited about your new blog! I dove into the Copics world about six months ago, and am slowly growing my collection, as well as my skills...so am looking forward to learning more from the master! I love your work, and hope someday to achieve Copic certification...hope to see more info about that process. Thanks for sharing your enormous talent!
Posted by: Lynn in FL | 05/05/2011 at 08:02 AM
I am a NEWBIE to coloring with Copics...have FAR FAR FAR to go, but my desire is great and I LOVE reading and looking at your photos...so much inspiration! THANK YOU for getting this section of your talent off the ground...I'll be a regular! Soaking it all in!! Blessings!
Posted by: Kim | 05/05/2011 at 09:10 PM
As one of your biggest fans, I was delighted to see this link on your post today!!! Those lilies are gorgeous, and your talents amaze me. I hope to someday have a tiny 1% of your abilities to color! Your work is incredible. I literally sigh and marvel at the beauty on the page before me!
Have a great Mother's Day. You are a very special woman! :D
Posted by: diane mcvey | 05/08/2011 at 06:31 AM
Oh Debbie this is just WONDERFUL! I am so excited for you and your new blog. I have LOVED your stamping/papercrafting blog, and you are such an inspiration. Hoping someday to make it to one of your copic certification classes in Minneapolis (I live two hours from there out in the country). I just purchased my first set of markers in January, and want to learn everything about them. Thank you for sharing your talents and your time with us. :)
Posted by: Tammie Koehnen | 05/08/2011 at 10:52 AM
Just found this new blog of yours today, 5/21, and am so thrilled to do so! I love your Copic coloring and am happy that this is a blog that has more time taken to explain the whats and whys of drawing and coloring. My cup of tea! (or coffee - which is better!) Thanks so much!
Posted by: Marcia Truslow | 05/21/2011 at 11:32 AM
are you kidding me with this? did you get ALL the creativity? I must have gotten in the wrong line....dang!Such beautiful work! You constantly amaze me!!!
Posted by: Beckie Carlson | 07/02/2011 at 08:46 PM
Oh my goodness! Debbie, your talents go on and on! I'm in awe!
Posted by: Kim | 07/14/2011 at 01:32 PM
I am not real fantastic with English but I line up this real easy to read.
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