Hand-Drawn Art for People Who Love Meaningful Places
My name is Scott Norman and I'm a Michigan-based artist and creator of Stoney Bend Prints - where every piece begins as a hand-drawn sketch and is created with care, intention, and a love for meaningful places. My work is inspired by childhood memories of Shel Silverstein and Ansel Adams as well as everyday moments, familiar landscapes, and locations that hold significance - places that feel like home.
About the Work
Stoney Bend Prints is about intentionally slowing down, paying attention to details, and honoring the meaningful places that matter most.​ Each illustration is done by hand, with careful attention to architecture, light, and setting - the way a place holds a memory. The work is intentionally simplistic in black and white with a focus on values and atmosphere, while combining the specific details that make up a place.
Why Place Matters
Homes, landmarks, and familiar settings carry meaning beyond their physical form. They represent a memory, history, and connection. Often, these stories are tied to family, milestones, or a sense of belonging. ​ Much of my work is inspired by locations that feel quietly significant: lighthouses along the shore of the Great Lakes, family homes and cottages, historic structures, travel memories, and places that have stood the test of time or may be lost to time.
The Approach
My work is drawn by hand using traditional tools and techniques - never with AI or automation. Each piece is developed slowly and intentionally with an emphasis on composition, proportion, and values. Limited-edition prints are produced in small quantities, while original works and select commissions are created one at a time.
A Personal Note
Stoney Bend Prints began as a way to use drawing and sketching to capture the stories behind places in our lives. It's gradually grown into a collection of art centered on places that matter. My work continues to be shaped by stories with a respect for craftsmanship, patience, and the belief that meaningful art doesn't need to be loud to last.
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If you'd like to view available work or learn about commissioning a custom illustration, I invite you to explore the gallery or reach out directly.
Maybe together we can find out where the sidewalk ends.
