Jocelyn Curry

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As a retired lettering artist and illustrator, I still create a lot of visuals and have fun doing it. My website is a place I can post and share them from my Shoreline, Washington studio in my home.

Summer: A Time to Write Postcards

November 23, 2025

Did I need a deep plunge into a new blog site, right when such a time-consuming challenge really didn’t fit into my crowded calendar? The answer, no surprise, is “no” but at least I was able to navigate the mind-befuddling process of transferring the data from my old platform to this new, AI-enhanced version of good ol’ WordPress. My previous experience of working on good ol’ WordPress wasn’t stellar, so I’m hoping to improve my relationship with it asap. So far I have been able to upload my seasonally appropriate squash painting! But now, HOW do I get rid of “Hello World!” which was placed there by Good Ol. I’m not sure about this, but I think Good Ol’s default tips will stay on this, my First Post until I figure out how to discretely remove them without being told “This is not a good idea.” At least I got my squash up on this new site for your viewing pleasure! Happy Thanksgiving :-).

My calendar doesn't include any voyages to exotic places or European capitals this summer. It includes things like "Sketch in Claire's Garden," and "Drawing Group, 9 AM." Those who know me, know that I love to send postcards when I'm traveling. I also love to send postcards when I'm not! The passing of some sweet summertime hours, drawing and painting with friends is a keen pleasure of mine. During these everyday shared times this past week I made four postcards that are already en route to friends scattered about the country. Here they are:

Berries Floral

 

 

 

 

 

 

Muffin Hydrangea

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  1. Molly Hashimoto Avatar
    Molly Hashimoto

    Jocelyn, I admire the energy in your hydrangea–the line and wash captures all the complexity and range of hues in a favorite summer flower!

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    Shayla Hermes

    Shayla Hermes

    Thanks so much for the article.Much thanks again. Want more.

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