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5x7 in ink.

Calico kitty in my sketchbook

Black and white, graphite (pencil) portrait drawing.

Are you open to others' perspectives? When presented with a difficult or polarizing topic it can be easy to ignore nuance rather than discuss it. Challenge yourself to be thoughtful and attentive in conversation - understanding begins with an open minded attitude.

The hare was making fun of the Tortoise one day for being so slow.

This is a pen and ink of my mother from a photo taken this October. No pencil outline and two hours with a .005 micron pen.

Acrylic on 20 x 20 canvas

Acrylic on 12 x 9 canvas

Westworld. Lockdown series no.3! Mixed media.

Acrylic and glitter paint on canvas board 6"x6"

Drawing Prompt Submission

Doodle drawing with a pencil and some Sharpies. (Based on a popular work by an artist I like.)

Technique exploration.

Spent a little time over the Thanksgiving holiday trying out Dr.Ph. Martin's colored inks! I had a little trouble mixing the yellows but for the most part they were a joy to work with. Reference from Unsplash.

Inspired by a very uninspiring online lecture

When we help someone there is always something that blooms and grows beyond us. It is an increasingly necessary action in a world that unfortunately is increasingly divided. @givingtuesdaypt challenged me to illustrate its movement inspired by this year's motto "Together we change the world"! This day is celebrated on the first tuesday after BlackFriday, calling on anyone to choose a cause that ressonates with them and give back to them however you can. Thus, a wave of massive generosity is created, which can (and should) extend beyond today! Are there any organizations you want to support? : .

Drawing Prompt Submission