The JW Blog is a personal blog about Detroit, told through original illustrations and straightforward writing. Each post covers a real place, moment, or piece of the city, from street corners to local events. No sponsored content, no filter, just a sketchbook and a city worth documenting.
Walking past massive murals in Eastern Market made me rethink how size shapes impact. I realized that bigger art doesn't always tell better stories—sometimes the smallest details matter most.
Artists are racing to sketch the Packard Plant before it disappears forever. Learn why this historic Detroit factory matters and how artists preserve its memory through drawings.
Gray skies and frozen streets taught me something unexpected about color. I discovered how winter's muted palette—silver, charcoal, and deep blues—actually makes bold choices pop. You'll learn to b...
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