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Last Drop from an Empty Inkwell: setting goals with grace

December 6, 2025March 7, 2026 / jenabenton / 8 Comments

It’s the first Saturday of the month, and for lack of a better title, I’m going to go with what I’ve got. Let’s talk creativity.

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Last Drop from an Empty Inkwell: Be an Amateur

November 9, 2025March 7, 2026 / jenabenton / 12 Comments

You asked for it, so it’s time to get this rusty wheel squeaking and talk about creativity.

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Creative thoughts?

October 31, 2025October 30, 2025 / jenabenton / 13 Comments

So I’m curious about a little something and want to ask you about it.

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National Hawaii Day

July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 / jenabenton / 7 Comments

Did you know that July 5th was National Hawaii Day?

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National Rooster day!

May 20, 2025May 18, 2025 / jenabenton / 10 Comments

Today I share a personal blog all about my trip in March to Hawaii, my first out-of-state school visits, my book, and roosters! Lots and lots of roosters!

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Happy holidays and a break!

December 24, 2023December 24, 2023 / jenabenton / 4 Comments

It’s that time of year again when people celebrate the holidays.  I wanted to share the image I made for a Christmas card this year, but also share some news. Continue reading →

V&A Prints and Drawing Study Room

June 26, 2023June 26, 2023 / jenabenton / 5 Comments

I thought I’d share a tiny bit about the vacation I just took.  There was at least one day I want to share with you, especially if you’re an illustrator or a picture book lover.  Read on, if you’d like to know more. Continue reading →

2023: Goals and secrets

January 2, 2023January 1, 2023 / jenabenton / 12 Comments

I don’t like making resolutions.  Instead, I make creative goals and an image to remind me of my path all year long.  Read on as I review the year behind, look forward to the year ahead, and spill the beans (just a tiny spill) on a secret. Continue reading →

Changes, Hopes, and Feathers

August 11, 2022August 3, 2022 / jenabenton / 4 Comments

Change is constant.  Especially the last two years as a teacher. I don’t want to dwell on the past today, but look forward to the future. Continue reading →

Looking forward (glancing back)

January 1, 2022January 1, 2023 / jenabenton / 4 Comments

It’s that time of year again when I review the past year’s accomplishments, make a graphic for the year ahead, and set a focus.  Read on, if you want, but I warn you that I’m going to get bleak before I bring it back to my hopes for the future (and hopefully inspire you for the year ahead too). Continue reading →

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