The Dreamer's Pen

Recently, I decided to treat myself to something I’ve been thinking about for a while – I splurged on an iPad. It might seem like just another piece of technology, but for me, it’s so much more. It’s a step toward rediscovering a part of myself I’ve let drift away: drawing.

When I was younger, drawing was my world. It was how I made sense of things, how I expressed what I couldn’t always put into words. I would spend hours with my sketchbook, losing myself in the flow of creating. It wasn’t just about making something beautiful, it was about feeling, exploring, and translating my emotions into lines and shapes. But as life got busier, I let go of that part of myself. My sketchbooks were tucked away, and before I realized it, years had passed since I’d drawn anything at all.

Lately, I’ve been missing that creative outlet more than ever. There’s something deeply fulfilling about creating for the sake of it, about letting your emotions spill out in ways that feel authentic. Drawing has always been a way for me to process life and connect with myself on a deeper level.

Part of that inspiration comes from my Opa. He was an exceptional painter and violinist, and though I only knew him briefly—he passed away when I was very young—his creativity made a lasting impression on me. I have a collection of his paintings and sketches, created in Gießen and Washington State, that I treasure deeply. They feel like glimpses into his world, pieces of his story that he left behind. Every time I look at them, I’m reminded of the importance of expressing yourself, no matter the medium.

So, when I decided to invest in an iPad, it wasn’t just about having a shiny new gadget. It was about creating space for art in my life again. The digital format feels freeing! No worrying about wasting paper or running out of supplies. It’s a way to dive back into drawing with fresh eyes and an open mind, to explore and experiment without the pressure of perfection.

I’m ready to let my creativity flow again, whether it’s a simple sketch or something more detailed. And this time, I’m excited to share my journey. I’ll be posting my art here on the blog—not because I think it’s perfect, but because art is meant to be shared. It’s about connection, about showing pieces of yourself and inviting others to see the world through your eyes.

This is about more than just drawing. It’s about reconnecting with myself, rediscovering joy, and honoring the creative legacy that’s always been a part of me. I’m looking forward to embracing this new chapter and letting my art be whatever it needs to be—imperfect, honest, and entirely mine.

Here’s to creating, exploring, and finding beauty in the process.