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   Hello there, I’m Angela. The writings on this blog are primarily about art and creativity, as well as other interests and hobbies that make life worth living. The main areas of focus for my art and illustration work are cozy character illustration, minimalist brush pen drawing, and watercolor painting. If you would like to see samples of my work, I invite you to browse my portfolio  or visit my shop . I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and I currently live in the Pacific Northwest of the United States with my husband and our many plants. I dream of one day living within view of an ocean. If you are interested in seeing more of my work, licensing a piece, or would like to discuss a project or commission, please contact me via the Contact Form in the dropdown menu on the home page , or email me at the below address. Thank you so much for stopping by! ange.morton@gmail.com
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Series: Snippets 12

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Snippets: a series of brief summaries describing what I have been working on recently, plus a few personal tidbits. Finished Works Mouse on Swing with Butterfly Pencil Monk on Bridge with Umbrella in Autumn Brush pen and Chinese watercolors Zen Monk Walking up Steps with Fall Leaves Brush pen and watercolor pencils Works in Progress I am not currently in the middle of anything, so here are a couple of "in progress" photos of two of the finished pieces from above before I finished them. New in the Shop (Click to purchase) Bunny Reaching for Book Fellini-Inspired Mouse AKA Mouse Wearing Beret and Scarf with Mug Fuzzy Bunny with Blanket Mouse Walking Home at Twilight Red-Crowned Cranes in Flight in Autumn Fuzzy Bunny Wearing Pumpkin Sweater Cute Mouse in Pumpkin Costume Projects and Updates   October's blog post is an installment of "A Capsule Kitchen", featuring a simple vegan pancake recipe. We have these every Sunday, and they are so good! You can find the reci
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Series: A Capsule Kitchen: Simple Vegan Pancakes

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When I first proposed the idea of making vegan pancakes a couple of years ago, my husband was a bit skeptical (which is fair, as not everything I attempt ends up being a win), but these tasty cakes ended up starting a new weekly ritual for us that we deemed “Pancake Sunday”. I make pancakes, and he selects accompanying brunch music, which is usually either jazz or classical. We slow down, catch up with each other and the news, and ease into the day.  These pancakes use the minimum amount of ingredients and are super easy to prepare. The whole wheat flour, olive oil, and absence of salt or sugar make this a healthy breakfast option (as to what you use for toppings…that may be a different story). Simple Vegan Pancakes Supplies Measuring cup Measuring spoons Mixing bowl Sifter (optional) Frying pan Spatula Ingredients (Dry) 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon baking powder (Wet) 1 cup water 2 tablespoons olive oil 1-2 teaspoons vanilla Instructions Sift flour (optional, but I do it) into
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Series: Snippets 11

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Snippets: a series of brief summaries describing what I have been working on recently, plus a few personal tidbits. With the start of my favorite season (autumn), I had a burst of creative energy, so I decided to post a 3rd "Snippets" this month. The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting colder, and I am getting inspired. And cozy. Finished Works Marcello (this piece is part of my "Character Portraits" series) Pitt pastel pencils Friends at the Lily Pond (now in my shop - link below) Watercolor pencils, pitt pastel pencils, Chinese watercolors, and oil pastels Woman on a Quiet Street in Japan Brush pens and pencil Bertram: In a Pumpkin Costume Watercolor pencils, pencil, and pitt pastel pencils   Works in Progress This is Marcello, before the bowtie was added. This piece is now finished and in my shop (link below)   New in the Shop (Click to purchase) Woman at Torii Gate with Cranes Friends at the Lily Pond Trio of Pumpkins Mouse with Autumn Leaves Harol
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