Art and Earth Science by Grass
If you've been following my blog for at least a year, you probably know by now that I primarily write with fountain pens. Over time, I've shared several posts about my collection, along with reviews and recommendations for those looking to get started without breaking the bank. In this post, I'll be diving into fountain… Continue reading What’s a good fountain pen-friendly paper and where to source them in the Philippines
Like many people, I enjoy attending conventions, whether they focus on science or the arts. One of the most memorable conventions I attended was the International Geological Convention in 2012, held in Brisbane, Australia. I represented my former geothermal company, and it was my first time traveling abroad. At the convention, I had the opportunity… Continue reading Attending Artist Convention for the Learnings, Fun, Connections, and Freebies
What are iron oxide watercolors?What is granulation in watercolors?How I got into iron oxide watercolors:My Personal Experience with Sinours Iron Oxide WatercolorsWhat I like and don't like about Sinours Iron Oxide Watercolor Set What are iron oxide watercolors? Iron oxide pigments are widely used in watercolors because of their permanence, non-toxicity, and availability in a… Continue reading Exploring Iron Oxide Watercolors: A Personal Journey and Insights
Why Travel to Matnog, Sorsogon?Subic BeachTikling IslandJuag Lagoon Fish SanctuaryCalintaan Wishing CaveSome Travel Tips and Reminders Why Travel to Matnog, Sorsogon? The Philippines is renowned for offering some of the best tropical beach experiences in the world, thanks to its prime location along the Pacific Ocean, serving as a gateway to the rest of Asia.… Continue reading Matnog, Sorsogon: Ideal Destination for Island-Hopping Adventures
Line-and-wash watercolor art is a technique that combines detailed line work, typically created with ink or fine pen, with washes of watercolor. The process generally begins by drawing the outline of a scene, object, or figure in pencil and then in ink - some sketch straight with ink. Once the ink drawing is complete and… Continue reading Line-and-Wash Painting Using Fountain Pen, Inks, and Watercolors
I did it! The journey was anything but easy, filled with long hours, sleepless nights, moments of doubt, and even a few tears. But after all the challenges, I finally completed my Master's degree. Today, I submitted the last of the requirements, and I couldn't be prouder of how far I've come. Last week was… Continue reading Celebrating the Completion of My Master’s Degree Journey – The Fabulous Scientist is now M.Sc.
My youngest son has a deep fascination with outer space. One of his many ambitious dreams is to become an astronaut to explore space and study planets and stars. So, when we discovered through their Facebook page that the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) was hosting an exhibit at Gateway Mall in Cubao, we immediately added… Continue reading A Stellar Homeschooling Experience at the Philippine Space Week Exhibit at Gateway, Cubao, Philippines
"Painting from nature is not copying the object; it is realizing one's sensations." – Paul Cézanne I’m writing this article for watercolor artists who have stumbled upon this site while searching for the best sketchbooks or art journals for practice or for painting outdoors. Before I dive into my list and discuss the pros and cons… Continue reading Thoughts About Why Watercolor Journals Spark Joy and Why You Should Have Them as Everyday Carry
"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart." – A.A. Milne Do you remember playing with miniature toys as a child? I do. My mom used to buy and assemble kitchen toys for me because she knew how much I loved cooking—a skill I learned from my dad, who was a chef… Continue reading Miniature Art – Why consider painting in miniatures?
Last month I wrote about certain not-so-happy circumstances surrounding my thesis (link below). I was honestly in the dumps when I wrote it and you'd know if you've been around this site a while that it does happen to me. This blog, along with watercolor art and writing with my fountain pens were my chosen… Continue reading Thesis Triumphs and Cinematic Quotes
The Fabulous Scientist 