The anatomy-of-a-sketch involves deciding on a subject, creating a thumbnail sketch, followed sometimes by multiple drawing attempts. (Rinse and repeat daily!)
From Drawing
Drawings by Joana Miranda Studio
New Urban Illustrations

I'm excited to introduce my new urban illustrations! Each of these illustrations was done on location in pen in my Moleskine sketchbook.
Etsy Shop Remodel
I'm excited to announce progress on my Etsy shop remodel! Along with the new name, AFineLinePrints, is new cartoons and illustrations.
The Power of the Doodle

The power of the doodle is that it allows us artists to get back in touch with our innate and childlike creativity.
An (Illustrated) Tale of Two Kitties
I'm celebrating Ollie's almost clean bill of health with today's post: an (illustrated) tale of two kitties. Warning: Cuteness Overload!
An Illustrated Life
Today's drawings are a snapshot in an illustrated life - mine, to be precise! The only seasonings needed are love and humor.
Happy New Year’s Eve!
Happy New Year's Eve! Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2022. May your days be filled with creativity, love and laughter!
An Illustrated Night Before Xmas
Take a look at an illustrated night before Xmas Joana Miranda Studio style. The elves may just have taken over this post...
New Cartoon Published
With my busy schedule, there's not much time to revel in having a new cartoon published. So I hope you'll enjoy the moment for me!
An Illustrated Look at My Music Life
This week I invite you to take an illustrated look at my music life - you'll even get to see some backstage shots, too!