Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 28, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small square piece of paper resting on a light surface. On it is a delicate, intricate black‑ink drawing softened with gentle gray watercolor washes. The artwork feels intimate, like something made slowly and lovingly at a desk. At the center of the drawing is an oval shape that suggests an eye or a seed—something enclosed, alive, and slightly mysterious. Around this central form, the artist has built a dense halo of patterns: tiny spirals, clusters of dots, petal-like curves, and fine radiating lines. The inkwork is extremely detailed, almost lace-like, with a sense of movement that pulls your attention inward and outward at the same time. The watercolor is subtle—soft gray shadows that pool and fade behind the ink, giving the piece depth and a gentle sense of atmosphere. It feels like mist behind architecture. Above the artwork lies a beige technical pen labeled “Pigma Micron 003,” a very fine archival ink pen often used for precision linework. To the right is a small watercolor palette with black and gray paint wells, and a paintbrush resting across it. These tools make the image feel like a moment captured mid‑creation, as if the artist has just paused. Overall, the scene conveys quiet focus, craftsmanship, and the pleasure of making something intricate by hand. Three inches by three inches.

More scroll work.

Daily Doodle -- 03/28/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 27, 2026. All rights reserved. The artwork sits on a small square piece of white watercolor paper. Three separate watercolor shapes float on the page like quiet islands. Each one is filled with soft washes of blue and gray, and each is decorated with intricate black ink patterns that feel meditative and precise. Left shape: A long, vertical rectangle with rounded corners. Its watercolor wash is a cool, misty blue-gray. Over it, black ink forms a lace-like pattern — tiny repeating curves and dots that resemble henna or mandala motifs. Bottom right shape: An oval, slightly tilted. Its color is a deeper slate blue. The ink pattern here is denser, with small scallops, loops, and petal-like forms radiating inward. Top right shape: Another oval, similar in size to the bottom one but a softer gray-blue. Its ink decoration is more open and airy, with fine lines that curl like vines or delicate filigree. Each shape feels like its own little world — distinct, but clearly part of the same family. Above the paper lies a Mitsubishi Uni-ball pen, the kind used for very fine, controlled linework. To the right are watercolor pans from Kuretake – Gansai Tambi granulating watercolors that look like earthy brown paint in the pans. A red-handled paintbrush resting across the watercolor pans. The brush tip is stained, suggesting it was recently used. The scene feels calm, focused, and intimate — like a quiet moment in the middle of an art ritual. The combination of soft watercolor and delicate ink gives the piece a sense of balance between fluidity and structure, intuition and precision. Three inches by three inches.

The scroll work continues. It’s hard when your hand shakes.

Daily Doodle -- 03/27/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 26, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, hand‑made piece of art resting on a tabletop, surrounded by the tools that created it. The artwork combines delicate black ink lines with soft blue watercolor washes. At the center of the piece is a circular design—something between a flower, a mandala, and a sunburst. Imagine a round core with many fine ink lines radiating outward like thin petals or rays. Around this central shape, a wash of cool blue watercolor spreads outward in uneven, organic patches, giving the impression of gentle light or sky surrounding the form. Framing the artwork is a border of intricate black ink doodles: loops, curls, tiny spirals, and swirling motifs. They feel playful and decorative, like the artist let their pen wander joyfully around the edges. To the top of the artwork lies a beige technical pen, labeled “Pigma Micron 003 Archival Ink.” It’s a very fine‑tipped pen, the kind used for precise linework. To the right sits a watercolor palette filled with small wells of color—greens, blues, purples, yellows—some of them mixed and muddied from recent use. A paintbrush rests across the palette, still damp, as if the artist paused mid‑creation. The overall mood is intimate and creative: a quiet moment in someone’s art‑making process, captured with the tools still scattered around the work. Three inches by three inches.

Working on swirls. I’ve got a lot of practicing to do.

Daily Doodle -- 03/26/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 25, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, vibrant piece of mixed‑media art resting on a pale, softly textured surface—something like a light tabletop or desk. The artwork itself is a hand‑painted circle made with watercolor and fine ink lines. At the center of the circle, there’s a deep, cool blue—almost like looking into a calm pool of water. From that center, concentric rings ripple outward in different shades of blue, each one slightly lighter or darker than the last. The rings aren’t perfectly mechanical; they feel hand‑drawn, organic, and alive. Decorating these rings are tiny, joyful details: small dots in bright colors like orange, yellow, and pink; delicate floral or petal‑like motifs that seem to dance around the circle; and fine black ink lines that give the piece structure and rhythm. The overall effect is soothing and playful—like a mandala made of water and sunlight. Around the artwork, you can sense the presence of an active creative moment: Four paint markers lie nearby—thin Uni Posca pens in bright orange and pink. A black Mitsubishi Uni‑ball pen and a Sakura Pigma Micron 005 sit close, both known for their precise, fine lines. To the right is a watercolor palette, its wells filled with dried and semi‑wet paints: warm oranges, reds, browns, and cool blues. A paintbrush rests across the palette, as if the artist just paused mid‑stroke. The whole scene feels intimate and inviting—like catching someone in the middle of a joyful, meditative art session. Three inches by three inches.

Trying my hand at a happy doodle. The forsythia is starting to bloom. Spring is in the air.

Daily Doodle -- 03/25/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 24, 2026. All rights reserved. The photo captures a small, intimate art-making moment—soft, quiet, and full of delicate detail. At the center is a hand‑painted piece of art, surrounded by the tools that created it: two gel pens (one white, one metallic bronze), a watercolor palette, and a brush resting nearby. The whole scene feels gentle and handcrafted. The artwork itself is a small square of watercolor paper. Its background is a wash of gray watercolor, shifting from pale silver-gray to deeper charcoal tones. The paint has a cloudy, atmospheric quality—soft edges, subtle gradients, and a slightly textured surface. Layered over the gray are intricate decorative patterns drawn with white and bronze metallic gel pens. The patterns feel mandala-like and botanical, with: swirling tendrils, tiny dots arranged like constellations, petal shapes, looping curls, and delicate lace-like arcs. The white ink adds a crisp, snowy contrast, while the bronze ink catches the light, giving the piece a quiet shimmer. The overall effect is ornamental and dreamy, like frost patterns mixed with filigree jewelry. Three inches by three inches.

They say that there’s a silver lining in every cloud. So… maybe bronze and white since they showed up better on the cloudy background.

Daily Doodle -- 03/24/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 23, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, intimate art‑making workspace—almost like a snapshot taken mid‑creation, with all the tools still resting where the artist last touched them. This watercolor is meant to capture the weird spring weather. One day it’s cold and snowing. The next day is warm and the blossoms are coming out. The day after, it’s cold and raining. There are overlapping bands of gray gloom and green and pink stylized flowers. At the center lies a small square piece of watercolor paper. On it is a delicate mixed‑media design: soft gray vertical shapes that feel organic and slightly uneven, like drifting tree trunks or rising smoke. Over these, the artist has added fine black ink swirls, looping and curling like decorative vines. Threading through the composition are thin green lines that resemble living tendrils, and scattered among them are tiny pink dots, almost like blossoms or berries. The whole piece feels gentle, botanical, and quietly whimsical. Surrounding the artwork are the tools that created it: At the top left, two small Posca paint markers lie side by side. One is labeled Pink, the other Green. Their caps are bright and cheerful, hinting at the colors inside. Just below them are two Pigma Micron pens, extremely fine‑tipped—sizes 005 and 003—used for precise, archival‑quality linework. To the right, a watercolor palette sits open. Its wells hold various shades of black and gray, some dry, some still glossy with water. A red‑handled paintbrush rests across the palette, its bristles stained with diluted gray paint. The background surface is a neutral tabletop, giving the impression of a calm, focused workspace. The overall mood is one of quiet creativity—tools scattered not in chaos but in the natural rhythm of someone absorbed in making something small, thoughtful, and beautiful. Three inches by three inches.

This watercolor captures our spring weather. We are alternating cold, snowy winter days with summer heat. Hoping our orchard doesn’t bloom before the last frost.

Daily Doodle -- 03/23/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 22, 2026. All rights reserved. The image captures a small, intimate moment of art-making—almost like peeking over an artist’s shoulder while they work. At the center lies a small watercolor painting. The artwork is alive with warm colors—reds, oranges, and yellows—that swirl and fold into one another. The shapes are curved and intertwined, almost like ribbons or flowing figures in motion. Over these soft washes of color, the artist has added fine black ink details: tiny spirals, dots, and decorative curls that dance across the shapes. The effect is both playful and intricate, like a blend of firelight and filigree. Above the painting rests a thin beige pen, labeled “PIGMA MICRON 003,” a tool known for its ultra-fine linework. Its presence hints at the precision behind those delicate black patterns. To the right sits a watercolor palette, its wells filled with the same warm hues used in the painting—sunny yellows, glowing oranges, deep reds. A paintbrush lies across the palette, still damp, as if the artist has just paused mid-stroke. The whole scene feels cozy and creative, a snapshot of someone immersed in their craft. You can almost imagine the quiet concentration, the soft scratch of pen on paper, the gentle clink of the brush against the palette. Three inches by three inches.

Sunrise colors again. We were expecting rain tonight. Appreciating the sun while it’s out.

Daily Doodle -- 03/22/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 21, 2026. All rights reserved. The image shows a small, handmade watercolor artwork resting on a clean white surface, surrounded by a few art tools that hint at the creative process behind it. At the center is a rectangular piece of watercolor paper. Across it run seven horizontal stripes, each one a soft wash of color—shades shifting gently from deep red to rose pink to dusty purple. The colors feel warm and emotional, like a gradient of sunset tones laid down in calm, even bands. Layered on top of each stripe are delicate black ink doodles, drawn with a very fine pen. Each stripe has its own pattern, giving the piece a sense of rhythm and playfulness. The doodles include: tiny leaves that look like they’re drifting in a breeze, small hearts tucked into corners, stars scattered like confetti, swirling curls and loops, clusters of dots that add texture, and gentle waves and scallops. The ink lines are crisp and intentional, contrasting beautifully with the soft watercolor beneath them. The overall effect is whimsical and meditative—like a visual journal of small joys. Above the artwork lies a slim beige pen with black lettering, the kind used for precise linework. To the right sits a small watercolor palette with a few wells of yellow and orange paint, along with a paintbrush resting inside it. These items make the scene feel intimate, as if the artist has just stepped away for a moment. Three inches by three inches.

We’ve been getting beautiful sunrises lately. We’ve had a variety of colors from deep red to purples and grays.

Daily Doodle -- 03/21/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 20, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small square watercolor painting resting on a tabletop, surrounded by the tools that created it. The whole scene feels intimate and handmade, like you’ve stepped into the middle of someone’s creative process. At the center is a circular, spiral-like design painted in layered shades of blue. The blues range from soft, watery washes to deeper, more saturated tones, creating a sense of movement—almost like a whirlpool or a slowly unfurling shell. Over the watercolor, delicate black ink lines trace intricate patterns. These lines form tiny loops, arcs, and decorative motifs that feel organic, almost botanical. Scattered among the inkwork are small green dots, like little seeds or droplets, adding a gentle contrast to the blues. The overall effect is calm, rhythmic, and meditative—your “circle style” in full bloom. The painting is surrounded by the artist’s tools, giving the sense that the work was just finished or paused mid-flow. Above the artwork lies a wooden pencil labeled “AquaGraph Red HB 183.06 Austria.” Next to it is a very fine black ink pen, a Pigma Micron 003, known for its precise, archival-quality lines. To the right, there’s a watercolor palette from Schmincke, with visible pans of yellow and orange paint. A red-handled paintbrush rests nearby, its bristles stained with color. Everything is arranged casually, as if the artist stepped away for a moment—tools still warm from use, creativity still lingering in the air. Three inches by three inches.

Woo Hoo!! Spring is starting to make an appearance. The forsythia is starting to bloom. The streams are running again. Life is good.

Daily Doodle -- 03/20/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 19, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, intimate moment in an artist’s workspace—something warm, handmade, and quietly joyful. At the center is a small watercolor painting on bright white paper. The artwork is made of several overlapping oval shapes, each one soft-edged and glowing with warm colors: sunny yellow, peachy orange, dusty rose pink, and a gentle brown. The colors feel like late-afternoon light—warm, layered, and slightly translucent. Each oval is decorated with fine black ink patterns drawn around its edges. The patterns are delicate and playful: tiny dots, short lines, and little decorative marks that give each shape its own personality. The ink lines are crisp and precise, as if added with a very fine technical pen. Above the artwork lies the tool that made those lines: a Micron 003 archival ink pen. It’s a slim beige pen with black lettering, and it advertises its extremely fine tip—just 0.15 millimeters, perfect for the tiny details in the painting. To the right of the artwork sits a watercolor palette. It’s a small metal tray with several paint pans, mostly in the same warm yellows and oranges used in the painting. A paintbrush rests across the palette, still carrying a sense of recent use, as if the artist paused only moments ago. The whole scene feels like a snapshot of creativity in progress—quiet, focused, and full of warmth. It captures the harmony between watercolor softness and ink precision, and the pleasure of making something by hand. Three inches by three inches.

Feeling really simple today. The world is still upside down. So is this watercolor.

Daily Doodle -- 03/19/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 18, 2026. All rights reserved. The artwork sits on a small square piece of watercolor paper. The overall feeling is clean, modern, and geometric—four distinct shapes arranged like characters in quiet conversation. On the far left stands a tall, narrow shape, like a slightly tapered rectangle. It’s filled with a soft red watercolor wash, darker near the edges and lighter toward the center. A thin black ink outline gives it crisp definition, as if it’s standing upright with confidence. Near the middle, two rectangles overlap. A vertical green bar sits on top, like a slim doorway or a standing plank. Beneath it lies a wider horizontal blue rectangle, stretching left to right. The overlap creates a sense of layering, like pieces of colored paper stacked with intention. Both shapes are outlined in fine black ink, giving them a graphic, almost architectural feel. On the right side is a circular brown shape that resembles the cross-section of a tree trunk. Concentric rings radiate outward—thin, hand-drawn ink lines that mimic growth rings. The watercolor inside shifts from warm tan to deeper brown, giving it a natural, earthy presence. It feels organic compared to the crisp geometry of the other shapes. The artwork is photographed in the middle of an active workspace: At the top edge lies a Pigma Micron 003 pen, the kind used for ultra-fine ink lines. To the right sits a Schmincke watercolor palette, open to reveal wells of yellow and orange paint. A paintbrush rests across the palette, still damp, suggesting the artist has just stepped away. The scene feels intimate—like catching the artwork mid-breath, before the tools are put away. The piece blends structure with warmth. The rectangles feel deliberate and balanced, while the circular wood-slice shape adds a grounding, natural touch. The combination of ink and watercolor creates a harmony between precision and softness. Three inches by three inches.

Daily Doodle -- 03/18/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 17, 2026. All rights reserved. The image shows a small, hand‑made artwork resting on a flat surface, surrounded by the tools that created it. The whole scene feels intimate, like a quiet moment at a desk where someone has been joyfully experimenting with color and pattern. The artwork is a compact grid made of eight small rectangles and squares, arranged more or less in three rows of three. Each little block holds its own personality — a different color, a different texture, a different rhythm of lines. The color block are described here. A warm red square filled with tight, parallel lines. A soft pink rectangle with a loose, swirling spiral pattern. A bright orange square covered in tiny, evenly spaced dots. A green rectangle with diagonal stripes, like a tilted field. A brown square with a tight, cross‑hatched grid, giving it a woven feeling. A yellow rectangle with a checkerboard pattern, cheerful and tidy. A blue square filled with looping, wave‑like curves. A teal rectangle with vertical lines that vary in thickness. And, finally a pinkish‑red square with a spiral that expands outward like a tiny galaxy. Each block is painted with watercolor, so the colors have that soft, slightly uneven glow where pigment pools and thins out. Over the watercolor, the patterns are drawn in fine black ink, giving the whole piece a playful, tactile contrast with gentle color beneath, crisp linework above. To the top of the artwork lies a Micron 003 archival ink pen, very thin and precise: the kind used for delicate linework. To the right, there’s a Schmincke watercolor palette, its wells filled with dried paint in many colors. A small paintbrush rests across it, as if the artist just paused mid‑stroke. Three inches by three inches.

Taxes are almost sorted out. Just need to go through one last time and send them off to the accountant. Everything is pretty much in order.

Daily Doodle -- 03/17/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 16, 2026. All rights reserved. You’re looking at a small, intimate workspace where an abstract artwork is in progress. The center of the image is filled by a hand‑painted piece that blends watercolor softness with very fine black ink lines. The background is a wash of greens and yellows, like sunlight filtering through leaves—soft, uneven, and organic. Layered on top are intricate black ink patterns made with an extremely fine pen. The lines form spirals, waves, and looping shapes, almost like wind currents or ripples in water. The ink work is delicate and precise, giving the impression of movement flowing across the page. The overall feeling is both calm and dynamic—fluid watercolor beneath, structured ink dancing above it. At the top edge of the photo lies a Micron 003 archival ink pen, very thin and precise, the kind used for detailed linework. To the right is a Schmincke watercolor palette, open to reveal pans of yellows and greens that match the painting. A paintbrush rests across the palette, still damp, as if the artist paused mid‑stroke. The scene feels peaceful and focused—like a quiet moment in the middle of creating something intricate. The combination of tools, colors, and textures gives a sense of care, patience, and artistic exploration. Three inches by three inches.

Revisiting an idea from February 23 with a lot more squiggles. Yes, back to green.

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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 15, 2026. All rights reserved. Imagine a square sheet of paper holding a mandala that feels alive—like a small universe blooming outward in rings of color and texture. The artwork is a circular mandala painted mostly in purples and blues, with inked details that give it structure, rhythm, and a sense of gentle movement. It feels both delicate and intentional, like a meditation captured on paper. At the very heart is a tiny spiral—tight, soft, and almost like the curl of a fern unfurling. Surrounding it is a small starburst shape, as if the center is quietly radiating energy. Moving outward, the mandala grows in layers: Dots and tiny circles form a beaded ring, like a necklace of small pearls; Curved swirls loop around the circle, giving it a sense of motion, almost like water eddies; Geometric shapes—little arches and pointed forms—repeat in a steady rhythm, creating a feeling of balance and symmetry. The colors shift between cool purples and soft blues, blending like watercolor clouds. The outermost layer is bold and dramatic: It forms a jagged, star-like border, with pointed edges radiating outward. This border is filled with deep purple watercolor, darker and more saturated than the inner rings. The points give the mandala a sense of expansion, like it’s reaching outward beyond the page. The scene also includes the tools used to create it: To the right sits a watercolor palette, with visible pans of yellow and green paint. A paintbrush rests across it. Above the artwork lie two pens: A white gel pen, used for bright highlights. A very fine black archival ink pen, used for the delicate linework. Three inches by three inches.

Back to my favorite color: purple.

Daily Doodle -- 03/15/2026.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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 10, 2026. All rights reserved. The image shows a small mixed‑media artwork resting on a sheet of white paper. The piece combines soft watercolor washes with very fine black ink linework. The artwork feels calm, meditative, and slightly mysterious—like a tiny window into an abstract world. The colors are gentle and cool, and the ink lines add a sense of structure and intention. At the center of the artwork is a circle. Inside this circle sits a rectangular structure, drawn in thin black ink. The rectangle contains smaller geometric shapes—little squares, lines, and compartments—almost like a simplified architectural blueprint or a symbolic map. Surrounding the central circle is a soft wash of watercolor. The colors blend into one another: pale greens, cool blues, and soft grays. The paint is translucent, creating a dreamy, cloud‑like atmosphere. Radiating outward from the circle are delicate ink marks: tiny dots, short lines, and small geometric accents. These marks give the impression of energy or motion, as if the central shape is gently vibrating or sending out signals. The artwork is photographed in a workspace setting: Above the paper lies a very fine‑tipped black ink pen labeled Micron 003, known for its precision. To the right, there’s a watercolor palette with wells of dried paint. A paintbrush rests across the palette, still slightly stained with color. These tools emphasize the handmade, intimate nature of the piece. Three inches by three inches.

I am hanging by the thinnest of wires -- held in place yet strangely unanchored. There’s a quiet truth in that discomfort: some spaces are meant to unsettle us into growth.

Daily Doodle -- 03/10/2026.
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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.

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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Today, my doodle reflects the rare moment when things are unmistakably black and white—when clarity cuts through the haze and a decision stands out with crisp, undeniable certainty.

Daily Doodle -- 03/08/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 7, 2026. All rights reserved. The image shows a small mixed‑media artwork laid out on a tabletop, surrounded by the tools used to make it. The overall feeling is calm, handmade, and intimate—like a moment captured in the middle of a creative session. The artwork itself is a cluster of overlapping rectangles, each filled with a different hand‑drawn pattern. The rectangles vary in size and orientation, creating a layered, slightly off‑kilter mosaic. Soft watercolor washes fill each shape, while fine black ink lines add structure and detail. The colors are gentle and warm: muted oranges, pale yellows, soft pinks, and cool grays. They feel like early morning light—quiet, warm, and slightly hazy. Each rectangle contains a distinct ink pattern, drawn with very fine lines: Concentric circles that ripple outward like raindrops on water Nested squares that step inward like a tiny labyrinth Semi‑circular arches stacked like the ribs of a shell or the tiers of a fan The patterns are precise but not rigid—they have the slight wobble of a human hand, giving them warmth and personality. A few extra elements float around the rectangles: a vertical line of tiny white dots, evenly spaced, like a string of pearls and three small pink circles near the bottom, soft and simple, like watercolor bubbles. These details add rhythm and a sense of play. Above the artwork lies a Micron 01 archival ink pen, the kind used for delicate linework. To the right is a watercolor palette, its wells filled with dried paint in many colors. A red‑handled paintbrush rests across it, suggesting the artist has just paused mid‑process. The whole scene feels like a quiet moment of creativity—careful, meditative, and tactile. The combination of crisp ink lines and soft watercolor washes creates a balance between structure and fluidity, order and play. Three inches by three inches.

I am a jewelry artist. By drawing doodles, I try to get away from the exacting precision necessary for jewelry. This time, I colored outside the lines. Wild woman.

Daily Doodle -- 03/07/2026.
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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.

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.

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

Daily Doodle -- 03/05/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on March 4, 2026. All rights reserved. The artwork sits on a tabletop like a small, glowing universe—intimate, handmade, and full of quiet motion. It’s a square piece of watercolor paper holding an abstract, organic design made of concentric, hand‑drawn shapes. The whole piece feels like a cross between a seashell, a blooming flower, and a topographic map—soft, layered, and rhythmic. At the center is a small, rounded shape, almost like the seed of a plant or the eye of a storm. Around it, ring after ring expands outward. Each ring is irregular—more like ripples in a pond than perfect circles. Every ring is filled with fine, delicate linework: tiny dots, short strokes, and repeating patterns that give the piece a tactile, almost embroidered feeling. The lines are drawn with very thin black ink, so the patterns feel crisp against the softness of the paint. The colors are cool and luminous: soft blues, turquoise, and touches of warm yellow. The watercolor is applied in translucent washes, so the colors gently blend and pool, creating a sense of depth and breath. The mood is calm, meditative, and slightly playful—like watching light move across water. On the top lies a Sakura Micron pen, extremely fine-tipped, the kind used for precise linework. On the right is a watercolor palette with many wells of color—greens, blues, purples, reds, oranges. A paintbrush rests across it, still damp-looking, as if the artist just paused. These tools frame the artwork, making the whole scene feel like a moment in an artist’s process. The piece gives the impression of gentle movement, like something breathing or expanding. The combination of ink and watercolor creates a contrast between structure and softness—order held inside fluidity. Three inches by three inches.

Daily Doodle -- 03/04/2026.
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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.

Daily Doodle -- 03/03/2026.
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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.

Sometimes, your life takes unexpected twists and turns.

Daily Doodle -- 03/02/2026.
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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.

Daily Doodle -- 03/01/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on February 28, 2026. All rights reserved. The artwork itself is a compact abstract piece. It’s made with ink and watercolor, and its style is clean, geometric, and slightly playful. The shapes are mostly rectangles and circles, arranged like a tiny city of forms. The palette is soft beige and gray, punctuated by warm red accents that give it energy. The background is a pale beige wash, uneven in a way that feels hand‑painted and warm. On top of that sit thinly outlined rectangles, some filled with muted gray, others left open. Scattered across the shapes are small red dots, like seeds or beads, adding rhythm and movement. A few fine ink lines—very delicate, almost hair‑thin—trace around the shapes, giving the piece a sense of precision and intention. The overall mood is quiet, balanced, and slightly whimsical, like a study in order and gentle contrast. The artwork rests on a white surface, surrounded by the tools that created it. Two paint markers lie to the left: One is silver, labeled “uni POSCA.” The other is red, from the same brand. A Pigma Micron 003 pen sits nearby—this is an extremely fine‑tipped archival ink pen, which explains the delicate linework in the piece. To the right is a watercolor palette by Schmincke. The palette is open, showing bright, jewel‑like pans of yellow, orange, red, and green. A small paintbrush rests across it, still damp-looking, as if the artist just set it down. The scene feels intimate and handmade, like catching an artist in the middle of a quiet, focused moment. The tools are arranged casually, not staged, giving the sense of a real workspace—creative, slightly messy, and full of possibility. Three inches by three inches.

Searching for some semblance of order in my life.

Daily Doodle -- 02/28/2026.
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Art and photo by Katherine Gingrich on February 27, 2026. All rights reserved. Imagine a strip of soft watercolor green, repeated five times down a small piece of paper. Each strip is the same gentle hue—cool, leafy, slightly translucent—like looking through layers of spring light. Across each band, you’ve drawn a different ink pattern, so the page becomes a quiet exploration of texture: five moods, five ways of feeling the same color. Strip 1 — Scattered Dots: This one feels airy and playful. Small white dots float across the green like pollen drifting on a breeze. The spacing is loose and irregular, giving it a sense of movement and breath. Strip 2 — Open Circles: Here the marks are tiny hollow circles, almost like bubbles rising through water. They’re delicate and evenly spaced, creating a soft, buoyant rhythm. Strip 3 — Vertical Lines: This band feels more structured. Thin, straight vertical strokes march down the green like rain falling in fine threads. The repetition gives it a calm, meditative steadiness. Strip 4 — Horizontal Lines: These lines run side‑to‑side instead, creating a sense of layering—like sediment, or the grain of wood. It feels grounded and quiet, a horizontal resting place after the vertical rain above. Strip 5 — Organic “Bubble” Shapes: The final strip is the most whimsical. Irregular rounded shapes cluster together, like pebbles under shallow water or cells seen through a microscope. It has a lively, almost biological energy. Above the paper lie two pens—one white gel pen, one fine‑tipped archival ink pen—suggesting precision and gentle mark‑making. To the right sits a watercolor palette full of jewel‑like colors and a red‑handled brush resting across it. The whole scene feels like a moment of quiet experimentation: an artist testing how ink and watercolor speak to each other. Three inches by three inches.

Come on spring. You can do it!!!

Daily Doodle -- 02/27/2026.
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