Non-mammals

Insects and other animalia can be inspiring.  I used to draw many biological pieces.  Recently I noticed some of the photos and samples.  Delicate details aside, study of their anatomy is fascinating.

Nature gives us the chance to study color, anatomy, biomechanics, balance and symmetry, texture, genetics, and more!  I have always geeked on art AND science.  Lots of relative theory.

Here are a few photos of specimens that I’ve collected or studied...

And an ink Zentangle bee and colored pencil beetles

I can appreciate that which creeps, crawls, slithers, or otherwise.

Local turtle.  I miss my tortoises.

What other beasties have inspired you?