A very long time ago – not before the debut of doodling (which stretches way back to the dark cave walls of history) but well before Essex was founded – the area was settled by William Gilliland. So far as we can tell the dear slice of wilderness along the majestic lake was … [Read more...] about Essex Settled 1765
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Daily Doodle: Nautical Essex by Beverly Boisen
Beverly Boisen perfectly captured a glimpse of Essex, NY in this nautical doodle. While observing Essex residents and visitors doodling at our Downtown Essex Day 2013 booth on August 7, 2013 I was repeatedly amazed with the simplicity with which doodlers can capture Essex. A … [Read more...] about Daily Doodle: Nautical Essex by Beverly Boisen
Doodling: Explore Your Creativity
Doodling should be fun and playful. There's no right way to doodle and no wrong way to doodle, but I think you'll discover far greater joys doodling if you can forget previous criticism about your whimsical pen-and-paper habit, and ignore joking about your artistic abilities. … [Read more...] about Doodling: Explore Your Creativity
Doodles are Great for Brainstorming
Don't panic. I'm not going to let loose with another diatribe on barnstorming and brainstorming. I promise. Nor will I balance my rumination on barnstorming and doodling Essex with an equally nebulous look at brainstorming and doodling Essex. Enough is enough. Basta! (As they … [Read more...] about Doodles are Great for Brainstorming
Evolving Vision for the Essex Doodler’s Guide
The Doodler’s Guide to Essex, NY is... an evolving series of doodle-based guidebooks for Essex residents and visitors, a whimsical look at the lives, legends and landmarks of our fair village. And eventually a whole lot more! Think food, art, adventure… (www.essexny.us) Doodling … [Read more...] about Evolving Vision for the Essex Doodler’s Guide