black

This is a much older concept that I never really finished. Took place long before my editing game was any good.

Linocut print with acrylic ink over watercolor

I don't know where I came up with the idea but what I can tell you is that the black marker I was using died by the end of this!

Pencil Eye Study

abstract pen drawing on paper

abstract pen drawing on paper

This sketch is really old, but I thought I'd revisit it.

Acrylic on paper.

With Red Feathers

This is another old sketch I made to test my detailing skills.

White ink on black paper instead of black ink on white paper.

This is actually one of three sketches from my old sketchbook. The pose is a little off, but it's still kinda decent.

Original artwork by @mais2_art https://www.instagram.com/p/BtJozrKjHqU/

"Perhaps one reason we are fascinated by cats is because such a small animal can contain so much independence, dignity, and freedom of spirit. Unlike the dog, the cat's personality is never bet on a human's. He demands acceptance on his own terms." - Lloyd Alexander Materials - Alchohol-based Markers, White Gel Pen and Black ink pens

black and white on paper

Just a late night sketch of my favorite flower

Digging through some mid-century and art nouveau pieces to put the composition together for this one.

Scratchboard, 5x7”.

Sky is not the limit anymore...

abstract pen drawing on paper

Ink and coffee illustration on hand-cut watercolor paper. (C) 2019 ESS22

Still feeling this spooky character. The texture on the drawing is from RetroSupply

One battle ends and another begins. The war is never over...for it is war eternal. Ink on watercolor paper (C) 2019 ESS22

My tribute to my good friend who died earlier this year. Another white pastel on black paper. Not my favourite media but I love the effect of it. I need to practice more as I can't get my head around working on negative lol, erasing to get shadows and filling in to get highlights etc. I used a chunky white stick and a white pastel pencil but detail still eludes me lol. It's a technique I need to refine. It's the second picture of a dead person I've put on, apart from humph, so I'm a cheery little soul aren't I lol? Thanks for looking

Killing the messenger is always a blast! Ink spitshaded on hand-cut watercolor paper. (C) 2019 ESS22