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A Free Spirited blog

This is where I share my current works, the inspiration behind my art and my experiences as a full-time creative entrepreneur.

  • Totem Animal: Reindeer (Caribou)

    Totem Animal: Reindeer (Caribou)

    This became one of those pieces that is better with color rather than black and white, in my opinion. It really pops with the color and it has the depth I was looking for. I was able to fix up the body, as well, and “neaten” up my tangles. I really enjoy using my prismacolor… Read more

  • Zen Reindeer WIP

    Zen Reindeer WIP

      I finally finished the ink for my reindeer totem. It felt like it took forever. I could have kept going too but I stopped myself. Sometimes I get too carried away with the ink that the color turns out funky. Either that or the color takes away from the ink. Neither are good. I… Read more

  • Totem Animal: Skunk

    Totem Animal: Skunk

    This totem drawing is unique from my others. I was really worried about the black over powering the tangles or the entire image in general. I didn’t want the skunk to turn into a blob so I incorporated different colors, shades of blue and purple. I like how it adds to the “flower” look and… Read more

  • ZenSkunk WIP

    ZenSkunk WIP

      I just finished the ink for my latest totem, the skunk. I am very pleased with how this one came out. Though, this is actually my second attempt. My first attempt was not working at all. The tangles were messy and rushed. The drawing was not flowing and I couldn’t “see” what I wanted… Read more

  • Totem Animal: Turkey

    Totem Animal: Turkey

    Today is the day to honor the turkey. I am happy with how this piece turned out. I used prismacolor markers along with colored pencils on this one. I think it turned out a lot better than my past totems. The colors pop and the shading was easier to accomplish. I’m surprised it took me… Read more

  • ZenTurkey WIP

    ZenTurkey WIP

    I was originally going to start working on skunk as my next totem. I saw so many earlier this year and even though the temperatures are growing colder, they are still appearing to me. They must have a message that I need to receive! I apologize skunk but I will have to complete you next… Read more