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Start your engines! This graphite sketch of an old vintage train was something I needed to do for a workshop series I am leading at the workplace. The creme-colored drawing paper really pulls it together. #art #artist #sketch #drawing #train #practice #vintage #training #realism #travel (at Nashville, Tennessee)

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Here is a quick work in progress shot of the current drawing of Bobby the cat, hiding out in a bag. I always begin with a light foundational sketch and then dive into the details for portraiture. Hope to have this little guy in about a week's time or less 🐈 #art #artist #wip #instart #cat #pet #portrait #catsinthebag #practice #drawing (at Tom+Chee Nashville West)

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"Peregrine Falcon" - 8x10", graphite on paper. Had this illustration in its early stages for a good while so it's nice to see it all polished and ready for the wild. Next up in drawings: a special cat commission for the Loyal Companions series. #art #artist #drawing #bird #peregrinefalcon #falcon #realism #letsfly #practice #animals #wings #blackandwhite (at Nashville, Tennessee)

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It’s been a long while since my last post here! So much has changed: my environment, home, and lot more. What hasn’t changed is my love for portraiture.

New fathers like Naveen pictured here was elated with the birth of his daughter not too long ago. He snapped a wonderful photo of them together and it was a treat to work on. The lighting, composition and texture differences were the big challenges here - not perfect but I am satisfied by the result (which looks less grainy).

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December closes out with a sketch from a visit to the Frist Art Center in Nashville, TN. This is derived from John Singer Sargent’s epic 1919 oil painting called Gassed, describing a group of British soldiers in WWI recovering from a mustard gas attack. It was a powerful piece to see in person and captured the tone perfectly.

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“Genetic Razor Wire” - marker, ink, and pencil on paper; 6x8″. I’ve been thinking a lot about how genetics and epigenetics affect one’s health. There is a lot of data out there but it’s not necessarily prescriptive - more cautionary tale and advisement.

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"Sir Owl Penguin" - 5x7", watercolor, acrylic and colored pencil. This finished version of an earlier cartoon is all set! On its way to you this week @mikeologyy #art #artist #cartoon #watercolor #owl #penguin #bird #fantasyart #knight #bravery

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"Jill and Ron" - graphite on paper, 8x10". This portrait for my uncle and his wife marks the last commission of the year. Around the corner is a couple of sculpture projects and some animal themed illustration. #art #artist #drawing #portrait #blackandwhite #family #love #graphite #realism (at Redwood City, California)

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My earlier attempt at a portrait last month didn't turn out so well but this is shaping up nicely. The toothy grain of some new vellum paper has been kind :) #art #artist #drawing #portrait #pencil #practice #patience #blackandwhite (at Nashville, Tennessee)

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"Improvised Nest" - pencil on paper, 8x10". Unwinding after a busy week with this sketch at Mickey's Tavern here in Nashville - great meeting up with old friends and new allies alike. #art #artist #illustration #blackandwhite #sketch #nest #skull #raven #unwind #mickeys #nashville (at Mickey's Tavern)

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“Angelic Epiphany” - graphite on paper, 8x10″. 

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“No Mercy” - graphite on paper, 8x10″. I love most angel art and they typically invade my art space now and then. 

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Hard to imagine a dress this fancy could be under $7 but in the 1940′s, things were different. :)

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“Suspicion” - graphite on paper, 6x6″. Based on a 1940′s ad, this one reminds me of how beauty standards have changed over the years.

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“Glimpse of Nature” - graphite on paper, 8x10″. This piece explores composition and light. Based on a photo of the Sawyer Camp Trail in California, this one was relaxing and fun to illustrate.

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These two studies have been a lot of fun - and there’s plenty to learn. Graphite will always be a favorite medium of mine.

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“Rebecca” - graphite on paper, 8x9.5″.  Rebecca is a friend and colleague who happens to also have an awesome blog called Cooking Therapy. Well worth checking out if you are a foodie or enjoy cooking :) http://www.cooking-therapy.com