People sitting inside a subway car

Subway Sketching: Stories in Motion

Step into the underground world of urban sketching as Yon explores the unique challenges and unexpected joys of capturing life in transit. From five-second portraits to studies of invisible boundaries, discover how the subway becomes an ever-moving art studio where every commute is a lesson in seeing and storytelling.

Sleeping Cat on a Drawing Table

Drawing Sleep: What My Cat Taught Me About Line Economy

Discover how observing a sleeping cat reveals fundamental truths about artistic economy and the power of minimal mark-making. Join Yon as he explores the intersection of feline geometry and drawing technique, learning that sometimes the most powerful artistic statements come from knowing which lines to leave out.

Leaf Studies - Black and White Sketches

The Architecture of Leaves: Finding Structure in Chaos

Journey with Yon through an exploration of nature’s hidden blueprints as he uncovers the mathematical poetry in leaf structure. From vein patterns to decay sequences, discover how autumn’s falling leaves reveal sophisticated architectural principles that bridge the gap between chaos and order in natural design.

Drawing Time - Antique Watch

Drawing Time: Why Old Clocks Make the Best Still Life Subjects

Join Yon on a journey through the intricate world of drawing antique timepieces, where every scratch tells a story and mechanical precision meets artistic interpretation. From flea market finds to technical drawing techniques, discover why old clocks make compelling subjects for artists seeking to capture the essence of time itself.

Drawing Weather - Stormy Skies

Drawing Weather: When Nature Shows Off

Join Yon for a storm-chasing adventure with a sketchbook, as he explores the challenges and joys of capturing weather phenomena in art. From the safety of his car, discover how studying meteorological patterns, fractal mathematics, and cultural art approaches can inform your weather sketches. Features tips on drawing rain, storm clouds, and those magical moments when nature puts on a show.

Drawing Zeus amongst mountains and stormclouds

Drawing Zeus: Finding Power in Simplicity

Journey with Yon through an exploration of drawing divinity as he uncovers the subtle secrets of depicting Zeus, king of the Greek gods. From eagle-eye studies to cloud-throne architecture, discover how ancient wisdom and modern observation combine to capture the essence of divine authority in art.

Drawing Poseidon - Angry Waves

Drawing Poseidon: More Than Just Angry Waves

Dive into the complexities of drawing the Greek god Poseidon as Yon explores ancient mythology, maritime museums, and the surprising connection between waves and horses. Complete with practical tips on drawing wet drapery, divine poses, and why your trident should flow like a conductor’s baton.