MISTER HEN'S BLOG

September 1 - 2026

Drawing 4 Basic Forms: Cube, Sphere, Cylinder, & Cone

Over the past two days, I've learned a few helpful things when teaching this new way of seeing and drawing objects. We are moving from drawing what you see to understanding what you see. The four basic forms: cube, sphere, cylinder, and ...

July 16 - 2026

FLUTTER

Let's dive into our brand-new project, tentatively titled Flutter.We’re deep in the costume design and anatomy phase for two of our main characters — Bear Bear and Raffe — figuring out how their forms move, how the materials will ...

July 6 - 2026

Turning Poison Into Power

Turning Poison Into PowerHow Success Flourishes From Failure You Take More of the Thing That Poisons You, Until You Turn It Into a Tonic — Jordan PetersonI first heard this quote in a Jordan Peterson interview with Chris ...

July 3 - 2026

God’s Heart for the Humble: An Underdog Story

God’s Heart for the Humble: An Underdog Story“Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil.” — Proverbs 3:7“Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of ...

April 24 - 2026

Art Rock 2601

This Art Rock was created in 2026.Last known location 04.23.26: 36.07149516942505, -80.00081389032003If you see this rock, you can take it or leave it but please take a photo and upload it on the Art Rocks page.Remember, Art ...

April 22 - 2026

The Marble that Never Stopped Rolling: 30 Years of Design Lessons

The Marble that Never Stopped Rolling: 30 Years of Design LessonsAs a freshman at the NC State's College of Design, my journey began with a formidable challenge: the Marble Roller Coaster project. The task seemed daunting, especially since ...

April 22 - 2026

Student Samples Promote Positive Engagement

During one of my art instruction sessions at Mister Hen's Art Skills, I made an enlightening observation. Students become incredibly engaged and motivated when they can view samples of their peers' creations. Witnessing fellow students' efforts ...

Explore what’s new this month at Mister Hen's Art Skills in Greensboro, NC for art instruction and custom illustration.

April 11 - 2026

What’s New at the Studio This Month

Exciting Announcement: A Custom-Made Marble Coaster in Development!We are thrilled to share that Mister Hen's Art Skills is currently working on a one-of-a-kind marble coaster that is set to redefine the world of art and design! This innovative ...

April 8 - 2026

Marble Coaster Extravaganza Friends & Family Event!

Marble Coaster Extravaganza Friends & Family Event! Invitation to the Marble Roller Coaster ExtravaganzaWe are excited to invite all friends and family of our Advanced Middle School Art Students to an exclusive showcase of their year-long ...

HOW TO

Tarp Tie Technique

July 25, 2025

3.1C Background, Middle-ground, & Foreground

October 1, 2024

How To Fold A Foldable

August 20, 2024

X-Acto Crayon Sharpener - How to Clean Out Broken Crayons

November 23, 2022

Inspiring Work

Made Me Cry

July 25, 2025

Middle School Art

The Marble that Never Stopped Rolling: 30 Years of Design Lessons

April 22, 2026

Building a Marble Roller Coaster Project

October 25, 2024

Character Design

February 21, 2024

Dos Amigos Drawing Assignment

January 26, 2024

Marble Roller Coasters

January 17, 2023

Random Quick Draw

Random Quick Draw - S2E12

April 25, 2023

Random Quick Draw - S2E11

April 3, 2023

Random Quick Draw - S2E10

March 28, 2023

Random Quick Draw - S2E9

March 21, 2023

Random Quick Draw - S2E8

March 14, 2023

Dungeons & Dragons

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 11

December 15, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 10

December 15, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 09

December 15, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 08

December 8, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 07

December 8, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 06

December 8, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 05

November 27, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 04

November 27, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 03

November 27, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 02

November 27, 2022

D&D Campaign - Covenants, Session 01

November 8, 2022