FEED THE MONSTER is a once-monthly email from the studio, where I share what's on the slab—whether painting, collage, or one of my other obsessions. It’s where I endeavor to show you what I’m working on, things I’m thinking about, gaffes I have performed, and personal artifacts of interest.

I’ve recently launched weekly hand-drawn posts called Taking Note, which I aim to fill with inspiration and ideas for taking note of your life. There will be ideas or exercises for journaling, and encouragement for following your nose and feeding the monster. The usual monthly posts will keep coming as well, but Feed the Monster is growing and I’m pretty damned excited about it.

You can take a look at past installments here.

What some of my lovely subscribers have said about it:

“Your honesty is refreshing and heart wrenching at the same time” – G. J.

“Insightful and darkly humorous” – L.L.

“Unpredictable, unpretentious, and relevant” – K. L.

“Interesting thoughts expressed with humour and candor” – J. L.

“A little dose of authenticity in a loud and annoying world… personal, entertaining, heartfelt, and inspiring” – E. L.

"I used to have artist friends who'd send me wonderful letters in the mail, including bits and pieces of art. I can't remember the last time that happened though, which is one of the reasons I'm super digging B.A. Lampman's monthly email missive, Feed the Monster. It feels like those letters used to feel. She makes me laugh, and think, and feel like I just got a little special prezzie." – J. M.

“This made me cry.  Your honesty and perspective is courageous.  And you inspire me.  So there.” – D. S.

“Inspirational and touching” – L.L.

Behold photos in the studio, some with illustrious visitors (you can click on the images and they will get BIG):