Hatching Community

Somber morning mist

A pair of Loons share this lake, and have returned here for years. Their 2 chicks hatched early Saturday morning into uncertain conditions. It has been cold (47°F, 8°C) and incredibly windy…constantly. Loon chicks leave the nest & transfer to the the warmth of their parents backs on the water... (edited) read more

"A Quiet Shop in the Valley of Wind"

A monochrome perspective study capturing a solitary, cozy structure nestled into the side of a massive, sweeping mountain ridge. Rendered entirely with precise technical ink work, the sketch contrasts the sharp, geometric lines of a quiet wayside shop with the soft, organic textures of dense... read more

Botanical art

Finding my flow with some fine-line hatching. 🖋️ There’s something so meditative about building up texture one stroke at a time. Still a work in progress, but loving how this apple is starting to take shape.

Hatching Ducks!

It's that time of year!

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only female mosquitoes bite humans and animals because they need blood to produce eggs, while male mosquitoes are harmless nectar lovers that survive on plant sugars and never bite people. the female mosquito uses a needle-like proboscis to drink blood and can spread diseases such as malaria and... read more

Sketch to ward off cabin fever

Very new to drawing. Trying out inking and cross hatching.