Illustration Friday: Wings

Having raven as my totem keeps me grounded,

yet it also gives me wings to fly.

This was a fun exercise today. I scanned and printed a random old photograph (copyright free image) and printed it in sepia on a paper bag. I could barely make out the image, but then I took out my colored pencils and began to make her come to life.  I then (for the first time) used oil pastels for a creamier mix and highlights.  It was fun to finally create something, anything again.

As this economy continues to crush me and Bri, I look around and still see abundance.

My art supplies, for one.

Friends, of course.

A roof (for now!)

And although my hours have been cut back, I still have a job.

Now if only Bri could find one.

I do believe these very wings will lift me out of this.

xo

Lo♥

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