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April 12, 2026

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Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
5 months ago

Thank you Shivani, this was fun…and relaxing! 🙂

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Chandni
Chandni
Reply to  Patty 🙂
5 months ago

Oh wow! Gorgeous drawing and color details. So well done!!

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Chandni
5 months ago

Chandi, thank you so much for your kind words!

Jasmine
Jasmine
Reply to  Patty 🙂
5 months ago

Amazing!

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Jasmine
5 months ago

Thank you Jasmine!

pam
pam
Reply to  Patty 🙂
5 months ago

colour is lovely and makes a big difference

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  pam
5 months ago

Thank you Pam! I love playing with color watercolor pencil.

Shay
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Reply to  Patty 🙂
5 months ago

Patty, this turned out beautifully. There’s something so calming about the way your lines flow outward so naturally, and that center really draws the eye in. It feels delicate but confident at the same time. I’m so glad you enjoyed the process because it really shows in your work.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Shay
5 months ago

Thank you Shay! 🙂

Olena
Olena
5 months ago

Thanks!!!

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Jasmine
Jasmine
Reply to  Olena
5 months ago

Fantastic!

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Reply to  Olena
5 months ago

Olena, this has such a soft and peaceful feeling to it. The light pencil work gives it a really gentle, almost airy quality, and I love how the lines radiate so smoothly from the center. There’s a quiet focus in this piece that feels very calming to look at. Beautiful work.

Nancy
Nancy
5 months ago

Thank you for a wonderfully relaxing session!

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Jasmine
Jasmine
Reply to  Nancy
5 months ago

Beautiful!

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Reply to  Nancy
5 months ago

Nancy, these are so lovely. I really like how you chose to draw two feathers. It gives the page such a balanced and thoughtful feel. The color in the centers stands out beautifully, and the softness of your lines around them keeps everything feeling light and relaxed. You can really feel the calm in this piece.

Beth
Beth
5 months ago

Lovely way to relax, thank you

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Reply to  Beth
5 months ago

Beth, there’s something really elegant about this. The lightness of your lines and the way the feather gently curves down the page makes it feel very natural and unforced. That center detail is subtle but draws you in in a quiet way. It feels like you really let yourself slow down and just follow the movement.

James
James
5 months ago

Very relaxing. Ty. Love these sessions

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Shay
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Reply to  James
5 months ago

James, I love hearing that this felt relaxing for you, and your drawing really reflects that experience. There’s a nice freedom in the way your lines move outward, like you let your hand just flow without overthinking it. The color in the center stands out in such a strong, grounded way, which gives the whole piece a calm focal point. It feels like you found a good rhythm here and just settled into it.

Raynaud
Raynaud
5 months ago

It would be pleasant to have return, thank you very much

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Reply to  Raynaud
5 months ago

Raynaud, I’m really glad this felt like something you would want to return to. That sense of ease shows in your drawing. The way you built up the center with those soft, layered lines creates a really natural depth, and your feather has a beautiful sense of movement. It feels like you gave yourself time to settle into it and just let the marks develop gradually. This is such a thoughtful and calming piece.

Alejandra
Alejandra
5 months ago

I love it! Like always. Thanks a lot!

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Shay
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Reply to  Alejandra
5 months ago

Alejandra, I love that this continues to be a space you enjoy coming back to. That comfort and familiarity really shows in your drawing. Your lines feel steady and intentional, and there’s a nice openness to the feather that gives it a relaxed, flowing feel. The center has a soft depth that gently pulls you in without feeling heavy. It feels like you settled into the process and let it unfold naturally, which is exactly what this time is meant to be.

Steff
Steff
5 months ago

Thank you Shivani!

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Reply to  Steff
5 months ago

Steff, the color in this is so beautiful. That center really stands out and gives the whole feather a sense of life. I also love how loose and flowing your lines are, especially toward the bottom. It feels like you let yourself relax into it and not worry about making everything perfect, which is exactly where that calm feeling comes from.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Steff
5 months ago

Love your colors in this, nice work!

Janet
Janet
5 months ago

Always an enjoyable hour! Thank you!

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Reply to  Janet
5 months ago

Janet, this feels really centered and steady. The way everything radiates out from the middle gives it a calm, grounded energy. It looks like you found a rhythm and just stayed with it, which is such a nice place to be.

Malcolm
Malcolm
5 months ago

Thank you

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Reply to  Malcolm
5 months ago

Malcolm, there’s a really nice quiet focus in this. The center has a lot of depth, and the lighter lines around it feel relaxed and unforced. It looks like you gave yourself space to slow down and just build it gradually, which really comes through.

Rosie C
Rosie C
5 months ago

Lovely session! I’m away from home and only had an iffy, half sharpened pencil so I’m not totally happy with my drawing, but it was still fun to do 🙂

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Reply to  Rosie C
5 months ago

Rosie, I’m really glad you still gave yourself the time to do this, even without your usual setup. That matters more than anything. There’s actually a lot of character in your lines, especially in the lower part of the feather where they feel a bit more expressive and free. It feels like you stayed with the experience instead of worrying about the outcome, and that’s exactly where the decompression happens.

Luda
Luda
5 months ago

Thank you for this amazing session 😊 🪶🙏

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Reply to  Luda
5 months ago

Luda, this is so lovely. The color in the center really brings it to life, and I like how soft and feathery your lines feel around it. It has a very calm, settled energy. It looks like you let yourself slow down and enjoy the process, and that’s exactly what these moments are for.

Jen Hamilton
Jen Hamilton
5 months ago

My first time here, great fun, thanks! 🌸

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Reply to  Jen Hamilton
5 months ago

Jen, I’m so glad you joined for your first session. This is beautiful! The color in your feather really stands out, and I love how your lines flow so naturally down the page. It feels like you were able to settle into it and just enjoy the moment, which is exactly what we hope for. I hope we see you again.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Jen Hamilton
5 months ago

Welcome! This turned out so nice!!

Dragonfly
Dragonfly
5 months ago

not a good one, but was fun

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Shay
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Reply to  Dragonfly
5 months ago

Dragonfly, I’m really glad you shared this, and I’m even more glad you had fun with it. That’s the part that matters most. Personally, I think you did a fabulous job! There’s something really gentle and calming about your color choices in the center, and the way your lines fade out softly gives it a very relaxed feel. This looks like a moment where you let yourself just sit with it, and that’s exactly what this time is meant for.

Katy
Katy
5 months ago

Thank you for another relaxing session, Shivani 😊

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Reply to  Katy
5 months ago

Katy, this has such a smooth, flowing feel to it. The way your lines move outward feels really natural, almost like they’re unfolding on their own. I especially like the contrast between the darker center and the lighter lines around it. It feels calm without trying too hard, which makes it really enjoyable to look at.

Christine
Christine
5 months ago

That was relaxing, thank you!

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Reply to  Christine
5 months ago

Christine, I’m so glad this gave you a relaxing moment. Your feather has a really light, open feel to it, especially in those long, sweeping lines. The soft color in the center adds just enough focus without taking away from that sense of ease. It feels gentle and unhurried.

Jean
Jean
5 months ago

Thank you – no 😎

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Shay
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Reply to  Jean
5 months ago

Jean, this has such a nice contrast to it. The darker center really grounds the piece, while the lighter lines around it keep everything feeling loose and open. There’s a nice sense of movement in the feather, especially as it stretches upward. It feels calming in a really good way.

Sharon
Sharon
5 months ago

Thank you Shivani! Another great session.

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Reply to  Sharon
5 months ago

Sharon, this one really stands out. There’s a beautiful balance between the darker, more detailed center and those long, sweeping lines that open up the feather. It feels expressive and a little more bold, while still keeping that sense of calm. You can tell you were really engaged with it as you went.

Sandra
Sandra
5 months ago

Hi all

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Reply to  Sandra
5 months ago

Sandra, that color combination is really striking. The blue and gold in the center immediately draws your eye, and the lighter lines around it give it room to breathe. It has a nice sense of contrast without feeling heavy. It looks like you just let yourself enjoy adding the color, and it really paid off.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Sandra
5 months ago

Love the vibrancy of your colors!

Arsalan
Arsalan
5 months ago

Hello, I did mine digitally, I hope that’s alright :). I tried to go for a stylized, comic-book-esque look. I really wanted to capture the general aesthetic of the feather rather than the specifics.

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Shay
Shay
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Reply to  Arsalan
5 months ago

Arsalan, I’m really glad you shared this. Going digital works perfectly here, and I love the direction you took. The stylized, comic-inspired lines give it a lot of personality, and you absolutely captured the overall feel of the feather without getting stuck in the details. There’s a nice confidence in those bold strokes. It feels like you trusted your own interpretation, which is a big part of making this kind of time feel freeing.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Arsalan
5 months ago

This is wonderful! I wish I was more proficient in digital art. Love this!

Arsalan
Arsalan
Reply to  Patty 🙂
5 months ago

Thank you 🙂

Jasmine
Jasmine
5 months ago

Thank you

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Reply to  Jasmine
5 months ago

Jasmine, there’s something really soft and thoughtful about this. The way you shaded the center gives it a quiet depth, and the lines around it feel light and easy. It has a calm, reflective feel to it, like you took your time and just moved through it at your own pace.

Mona
Mona
5 months ago

thank you, it was relaxing and fun

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Shay
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Reply to  Mona
5 months ago

Mona, I’m really glad you shared this, especially after how you felt about it in the zoom chat. There’s so much to appreciate here. The gold adds such a beautiful warmth and energy, it almost catches the light and gives the feather a sense of movement. Paired with the blues and greens, it feels vibrant and alive. It may not feel like what you had in mind, but there’s a lot of personality in this piece, and it definitely has its own kind of beauty.

Mona
Mona
Reply to  Shay
4 months ago

awww thats very nice of you!! thanks Shay. I had fun making it thats what’s important

Azuna
Azuna
Reply to  Mona
5 months ago

Really lovely and shimmery

Inga
Inga
5 months ago

Thank you, loved the session

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Shay
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Reply to  Inga
5 months ago

Inga, I love how rich this feels. That golden center really stands out, and the blue gives it such a strong focal point. The strokes around it have a nice energy, almost like the feather is opening up as you move outward. It feels expressive and full, while still keeping that relaxed, enjoyable feel you mentioned.

Azuna
Azuna
5 months ago

Thank you really enjoyed it

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Reply to  Azuna
5 months ago

Azuna, this is so full of life. The colors are bold and playful, and I love that you chose to do two feathers with such different personalities. It feels expressive and energetic in the best way. You can tell you were really enjoying yourself with this one, and that joy comes through clearly.

Jan T
Jan T
Reply to  Azuna
5 months ago

This iwas a fun way to do your art!

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Azuna
5 months ago

I really like this Azuna, very cool way to do the feathers!

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Azuna
Reply to  Azuna
5 months ago

For the left one I used coloured pencil and used posca pens to draw on top. it was much easier this way.

Jen
Jen
5 months ago

Thank you!!!

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Reply to  Jen
5 months ago

Jen, this has such a clean, calming feel to it. The symmetry of your lines gives it a really steady, almost meditative quality, and that bright blue center adds just the right amount of focus. It feels simple in a very peaceful way.

Ying
Ying
5 months ago

it was a lovely, mindful Sunday afternoon, i don’t think i’ve ever looked at a peacock feather this intently, nor have i tried being this gentle with holding a pencil against a piece of paper, thank you for hosting us.

Shay
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Reply to  Ying
5 months ago

Ying, this is so beautifully said. That shift you described, really looking closely and handling the pencil more gently, is such a meaningful part of the experience. It’s not just about the drawing, it’s about that change in pace and attention. I’m really glad you had that kind of afternoon with us.

Chandni
Chandni
5 months ago

Thank you for a fun drawing session, as always! This was lovely!
Also, Miranda Priestly’s voice in your head made me laugh out loud😄

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Reply to  Chandni
5 months ago

Chandni, I love this. Your feather has such a light touch to it, especially in those long, delicate lines that taper outward. The center feels softly layered without being heavy. And I’m so glad you had fun with the Miranda Priestly moment too, that made me smile reading it.

Fasi
Fasi
5 months ago

Was fun 🥰

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Shay
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Reply to  Fasi
5 months ago

Fasi, this has such a rich, full look to it. The darker tones in the center give it a strong presence, and those fine lines radiating out feel really alive. It has a nice energy without feeling rushed. I’m glad this was a fun one for you.

Emm
Emm
5 months ago

Fantastic session as always. Loved the topic. I used coloured pencils as Peacocks feather are so beautiful I was hoping to make it so. Photo has the pencils I used in as well. Thank you so much Shivani and Shay. See you soon

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Reply to  Emm
5 months ago

Emm, I love that you shared your pencils along with your drawing. It adds such a personal touch to the whole process. There’s a softness in your color choices that feels really true to the feather, and the light lines around it keep everything feeling easy and open. It sounds like you really enjoyed working with the colors, and that comes through.

Veronica Stevens
Veronica Stevens
5 months ago

Thank you. Mine is taking a swim.

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Shay
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Reply to  Veronica Stevens
5 months ago

Veronica, I love this idea. Adding the fish and turning it into a little underwater scene is such a creative twist. It gives the whole piece a playful, imaginative feel. It looks like you had fun with it and made it your own, which is such a great way to approach these sessions.

Anu Bhagawan
Anu Bhagawan
5 months ago

Thank you so much Shivani and Shay ❣️

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Reply to  Anu Bhagawan
5 months ago

Anu, this is so full of detail and personality. I love the added elements around the feather, it feels like you turned it into your own little scene rather than just a study. The greens are vibrant, and the center really draws you in. It has such a thoughtful, expressive feel to it.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Anu Bhagawan
5 months ago

I love that you added the curls to the feather tips!

Marshall
Marshall
5 months ago

Than you

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Reply to  Marshall
5 months ago

Marshall, there’s a lot of texture in this, especially in the upper part of the feather. Those repeated strokes give it a really full, almost velvety look. The center feels strong and grounded, which balances it nicely. It has a quiet intensity that’s really interesting to sit with.

Marshall
Marshall
Reply to  Shay
5 months ago

Thank you. I just added the Micron Pigma pen colored drawing

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Reply to  Marshall
5 months ago

I just got home and saw it! What a great addition!

Jan T
Jan T
5 months ago

Thanks again Shivani!

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Reply to  Jan T
5 months ago

Jan, these feel so cheerful. The two feathers together give it a nice sense of connection, and the colors are bright without being overwhelming. There’s something very lighthearted about this, like you just enjoyed the time and let it be what it was.

Mel
Mel
5 months ago

Great session Shivani thank you.

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Reply to  Mel
5 months ago

Milly, this feels so bright and uplifting. The green has a really fresh energy to it, and that deep blue center gives it a beautiful contrast. I’m so glad this felt like a relaxing experience for you. There’s a lightness to the whole piece that makes it really enjoyable to look at.

Milly
Milly
5 months ago

Thank you Shivani and Shay! That was a lovely and relaxing session 😌🦚

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Reply to  Milly
5 months ago

Milly, this feels so bright and uplifting. The green has a really fresh energy to it, and that deep blue center gives it a beautiful contrast. I’m so glad this felt like a relaxing experience for you. There’s a lightness to the whole piece that makes it really enjoyable to look at.

Peter
Peter
5 months ago

Thank you for the great session, it’s my first time here ☺️

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Reply to  Peter
5 months ago

Peter, welcome, I’m really glad you joined us. This has a nice clarity to it, especially in the way you built up the center with those layered shapes. The lines around it feel light and natural, which gives the whole piece a relaxed feel. A great first session.

Kamilla
Kamilla
5 months ago

It was so relaxing 🙂 Thank you!

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Reply to  Kamilla
5 months ago

Kamilla, this has such a soft, flowing feel to it. The lines move really naturally, and the shading in the center creates a nice sense of depth without feeling heavy. I’m so glad this felt relaxing for you. It really comes through in the way the feather gently opens up across the page.

Liz
Liz
5 months ago

Thank you Shivani!

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Reply to  Liz
5 months ago

Liz, I love seeing both versions side by side. There’s something really satisfying about that shift from the soft pencil sketch to the finished piece with color. The final feather feels so alive, especially with that vibrant center, but the first one has such a quiet beauty too. It’s like you got to experience both the calm of building it and the joy of bringing it to life.

Patty :-)
Patty 🙂
Reply to  Liz
5 months ago

This is gorgeous Liz! I love the vibrant colors and the delicate feathers you created.

Ravenuex
Ravenuex
5 months ago

Really fun to try, thanks:)

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Reply to  Ravenuex
5 months ago

Ravenuex, this has such a striking look. The darker tones give it a lot of contrast, and those flowing lines feel a bit more dramatic and expressive. It really stands out. I’m glad you had fun trying this, it looks like you leaned into your own style with it.

Kathy
Kathy
5 months ago

I love peacock feathers. Did you know that peacocks have very loud harsh calls?

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Reply to  Kathy
5 months ago

Kathy, that’s such a fun detail about peacocks. Their calls can sound like they’re calling for help, which is so surprising when you first hear it. Your drawing has the complete opposite feel, though. It’s soft and quiet, with those light lines and gentle shading creating a really peaceful quality. It almost feels like a calm moment in contrast to all that wild peacock noise, which makes it even more interesting.

val
val
5 months ago

Thank you, Shivani! It was nice, and relaxing too. You have a nice way of running the session.

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Reply to  val
5 months ago

Val, that’s so kind to say, I’ll make sure Shivani gets your message. Your feather has a really gentle feel to it. The colors in the center are soft but still vibrant, and the lighter lines around it give it a sense of ease. It feels simple and peaceful in a really nice way.

jay
jay
5 months ago

abstract peacock :]

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Reply to  jay
5 months ago

Jay, this is such an interesting direction. It feels very fluid and almost hypnotic, like everything is in motion. The layered lines and colors create a lot to explore, and it doesn’t feel tied down to one way of seeing the feather. It looks like you really let yourself play with it, which makes it feel very freeing and expressive.

Marshall
Marshall
5 months ago

Peacock Feather
2B pencil to Micron Pigma ink pens

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Reply to  Marshall
5 months ago

Marshall, this is such a cool progression. You can really see the impact of switching to ink, those lines feel sharper and more defined, and it gives the feather a completely different energy. The color in the center pops even more against those darker strokes. It feels like you were experimenting and enjoying the process, which is exactly what makes these sessions so rewarding.

Marshall
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Reply to  Shay
4 months ago

Thank you for your comments and for hosting.

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Reply to  Marshall
4 months ago

I do love being here with you all so much!

Anna
Anna
4 months ago

I had a lovely time as usual. Thank you Shivani 😊

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Reply to  Anna
4 months ago

Anna, this has such a warm, flowing feel to it. The lines move so smoothly across the page, and the darker center gives it a nice sense of focus. I’m so glad you had a lovely time, it really comes through in how natural and easy this feels.

Shauwleen
Shauwleen
4 months ago

Thank you, Shivani and Shay. Hope to join you again next month 💗

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