Lake Stories

11 Apr 2026 6-minute read

Interview with the artist: Dominik Gümbel

From graffiti walls to digital coloring books, Dominik Gümbel has always followed curiosity over convention. We sat down with the Leipzig-based artist to talk hip-hop roots, collaborative dreams, and what it means to hand your lines over to a stranger.

09 Apr 2026 4-minute read coloring

The Best Coloring App in 2026

Lake isn't your average coloring app. Every drawing comes from a real human artist, the experience is genuinely meditative, and every session puts money back in the hands of the artists who made it worth opening.

03 Apr 2026 4-minute read earth month slow hobby

The Slow Hobby Manifesto: Why Coloring Is the Most Sustainable Thing You Can Do for Yourself This Earth Month

Hobbies got fast. Streaks, leaderboards, content to post. This Earth Month, we're making the case for the opposite.

31 Mar 2026 4-minute read

Playing Cozy Games on iPad Is My New Favorite Hobby: These Are the 3 Best iPad Games I Recommend

My three favorite cozy games on iPad, Lake, a very cozy and relaxing coloring app, Japanese Rural Life Adventure, a slow and peaceful game, and Dustbunny, an incredibly cute game.

26 Mar 2026 6-minute read coloring

Active vs. Passive Screen Time: Why Coloring on an iPad Is Not the Same as Doomscrolling

Not all screen time is the same. Here's how to tell the difference between "good" and "bad" screen time - and how one small swap can change how you feel at the end of the day.

23 Mar 2026 5-minute read coloring books

My Favorite Cozy Coloring Books

There are days when you just need to wrap yourself in a blanket, make a warm drink, and color something that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. These are the coloring books in Lake I reach for on exactly those days

20 Mar 2026 4-minute read personal story international happiness day

Happiness Is Not a Destination

Happiness, for me, is not a destination. It's not something I arrive at - it's something I meet and carry throughout the day. It hides in small pockets, ones you sometimes have to look deep into to find. On International Day of Happiness, I've been looking.

19 Mar 2026 4-minute read coloring

Coloring on iPhone: Tips for Mindful Coloring on a Small Screen

Think digital coloring is only for tablets? Think again. Your iPhone can be the perfect pocket-sized coloring companion. From quick waiting-room sessions to calming mini-breaks, the Lake app helps you reduce stress, enjoy mindfulness, and create beautiful art - anywhere, anytime.

12 Mar 2026 5-minute read personal story

5-Minute Habits That Actually Help with Anxiety

Anxiety doesn't always announce itself loudly. Sometimes it creeps in quietly — a constant low hum in the background of your day. Over time I've built up a few habits that take five minutes or less and genuinely help. Here's what's actually working for me.

11 Mar 2026 4-minute read coloring books

My Favorite Spring Coloring Books

Here are my six favorite coloring books to color in Lake this spring. All available on Lake for iPhone and iPad.