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And just like that… it’s December!

The story behind this is that when my little sister and I were kids, we invented a game called Blammer. You duct tape small trashcans to your back and try to slam a sock ball into your opponents basket. We used tennis rackets for defense. We used to terrorize our parents with all the running and yelling in the house. We're in our 30's now and try and play when we see each other. I call her Chicken and she calls me Ducky. Which is why we're are riding birds. One of my favorite pieces I've ever done. A birthday present for her.

Moleskine Sketchbook Spread

Archer & Olive Kraft Dot Grid A5

When music and manga collide for bonus inspiration…

Keeping on keeping busy!

Says it all I suppose?

The start of a new project drawing and painting plants in water colours. These leaves are from a Wattle also called an Acacia in the nearby forest.

My newest muse… Oliver Octopus! :-)

Exploring how line creates shape and illusion.

I finally had time to sit down to do this one for a friend. She owns a pizza shop and asked for something to hang in the place.

As Halloween and Samhuinn fast approaches…

Given my propensity for walking a little too fast in public spaces, I’m something of a “rapid charger” myself… xD

Another in a series of works that will form part of a collaboration.

I think that sometimes 'waiting' is the hardest thing to do. If you have a place to hang your coat and you have a rich inner life, you will be fine waiting. I was waiting to be seen by my doctor. A general check-up. The prognosis is that I am getting older and I need to lose weight. OK then. Thank you.

New sketchbook time! Introducing “Instant New Dolls” :-)

And that concludes the current sketchbook!

A quick sketch filled in later with charcoal and ebony pencil. "The sweetness and delights of the resting-place are in proportion to the pain endured on the Journey. Only when you suffer the pangs and tribulations of exile will you truly enjoy your homecoming." -Rumi

More Kirby! Because when the pen is just as mighty as his sword, you know what needs to be done :-)

More bees!

This is the largest canvas thus far for me. In progress!! Multiple projects are in sway with this baby of mine. Feel free to check the link for updates on all the moving parts, including video and still shots with hidden treasures added in between (little surprise pop-ups of newness) along the way. https://photos.app.goo.gl/eNiH1mwVbFHaAyAZ9 Here's some music that inspires me, along with links to listen live or on replay. Phenomenal! - DJ OTB for your creative journey. I love getting lost in the music while I dig deep to paint or create my soul expression. Much gratitude to all those out there who inspire me every day. https://www.mixcloud.com/djtruebrit-otb/ https://www.mixcloud.com/djtruebrit-otb/a-journey-in-house-afro-melodic-progressive-chill-13072024/ https://www.mixcloud.com/djtruebrit-otb/a-journey-in-house-afro-melodic-progressive-vibes-13072024/

Sea creatures galore/business as usual.

Dolphin time!

Actually this is an image that I draw and paint over and over. There is a sister, so there is a pair I will post. Thank you.