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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Black and white is my bread and butter, but I've been watching a lot of color theory blueberries and random fruits on TikTok💀 Had a short break, gonna finish this bit of the bō and get back to the legs! #traditionalart #artist #fantasyart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

A sketch from 2024 finally getting some love. It's not the only one from '24, in fact, I still have sketches from roughly 10 years ago that haven't been touched, and could probably use an update. Fun times😅 #traditionalart #fantasyart #artist #sketch

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

If I could give artwork life, I'd send the Monkey King to wipe every AI user, trying to claim gen AI is art, off the planet. An insult to my own 14 years of experience. #fantasyart #artist #traditionalart #sketch

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

I've been really working on my portrait skills quietly in the background, I'm too stuck up with perfectionism and not wanting to deliver anything lackluster, or anything that isn't to my internal standard. More of this to come too #traditionalart #portrait #sketch #artist

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Haven't quite felt the itch for drawing in a long time, and I slowed down immensely due to personal struggles, but I genuinely feel I'm getting it back! #artist #traditionalart #fantasyart #darkart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Currently 0131, Pacific time, aaaaand I'm compelled to finish this tonight. Then I can move onto the next one😐 just getting a breather so I can come back with a stranger's eyes! #fantasyart #sketch #artist #sketchbook

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

So, Arizona Tea has opened apps for their 6 week residency in NY during Summer, and I'm trying to bust out 5 new pieces for submission. They also want an artist statement and intent, and I'm no professional, this is for the love of the game! #artist #fantasyart #sketchbook #sketch

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Mixing pen and graphite isn't easy, and can sometimes lead to confusing results, but if you understand the elements you're working with, it's some of the best stuff you'll get. #artist #sketchbook #fantasyart #sketch

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Not quite done, but halfway after being inked. Next for pencils! #artist #fantasyart #sketch #sketchbook

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

I know I post my artwork here and all, but I've actually been a musician for far longer. 20 years, and I studied professionally for ten in Classical and Flamenco performance, and now I'm in the midst of composing my own original fingerstyle music for the last 6 years. Cheers! #portrait #musician

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Alright, my six newbies for '26, the most sketches I've made in a specific year for a long time. I used to pump out work like crazy years ago until I took my time for quality. I'm happy even if I only get one good piece out. #fantastyart #sketch #sketchbook

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Second set of sketches done. I think I can get a few more out then I'm chillin for the year😅 I can at least work on finishing things after the fact. #fantasyart #sketch #sketchbook

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Previews for some new sketches. Haven't completed anything this year, started a few things for sure, and struggled with some internal stuff, but figured I'd get a few more out, then I got a couple portraits I want to finish. #sketch #sketchbook #fantasyart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Happy Birthday, Gaia, I hope your day is abundant!

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

The email I sent not knowing (I rarely send emails💀)

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

An easy session tonight since I got work again in the morning. Gotta portrait I plan to continue, but using the Loomis method for the first time! Cheers! #draw #artist #fantasyart #sketch

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Finally get a little break from songwriting and recording, my pencil and pens have graced the page once more! #artist #traditionalart #fantasyart #drawing

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Took these on Sunday with the S22 Ultra again😐 the one on the left is probably my favorite from then. Very muted but with one brighter focal point to get the attention, a bit Frazetta-esque. Tonally. Cheers! #photography #sunset #skyphotography

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Honestly didn't mess with this photo too much. Put some denoise for the clouds and prioritized the skylight. #clouds #urbanphotography #photography

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Sun's starting to go down early, which is my favorite honestly! I've always been a night owl growing up all the way 'til now. Some urban shots at the Metrolink in Perris. #urbanphotography #photography #locomotive #trains

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Caught some morning skydivers today while waiting for my bus in Perris. First time I've used this BIG ZOOM👀 on the Samsung S22 Ultra, I still get surprised by this thing! A little editing to get these morning hues popping! #photography #photographicart #aerialphotography

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Another shot from my backyard, hoping the rain will come! A little bit of editing leaning into the blue tones😎 #photography #clouds #naturephotography

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Been a crazy week with work, helping family, doctors appointments, and just getting things situated. But nothing beats sunsets in my hometown. #photography #sunset #naturephotography

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Indeed🫡 need to get back to it some more for sure!

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

We paint glorious full moons here... and by we, I mean me😐🫡

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

Found a new spot to work! Time to start crackin on the new ideas! From earlier this year, Desolate Spectre😎🫡 #illustration #fantasyart #horror #artist

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

And I remember this is one of the first major instances where I found my interest in drawing from life, and my ex-partner is my first ever life reference. Pretty dang cool. #artfromlife #artistofbluesky #nudeart #maternity #portrait

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

A personal piece I did for the mother of my daughter, and though we've been separated for awhile, there's no denying she'll always be important in my life. #artist #maternity #portraitart #illustration #lifemodel

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

And some more beautiful mural work in the far end of the lot🔥 #urbanart #painting #streetart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Some Naruto street art in an LA parking lot! Took these at an angle because there were parked cars😅 #streetart #urbanart #anime

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Another piece of art, super dope and personal! My dad is a goldsmith and custom jewelry designer, and has added hand engraver to his skills over the last 5 or 6 years. He's the biggest reason why I pursue art and music equally vigorously! #Jewelry #goldsmith #artist #handmade

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Some murals I saw around the cultural center in Perris. My favorite being the Calvin and Hobbes twist😎 #mural #streetart #painting

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

I've been wanting to paint out this sketch in a more grand scale, but also turn it into my own Death Dealer piece to honor Frank Frazetta. I'd still make a Sauron one since his design is one of my favorites for any character! #lordoftherings #Tolkien #fantasyart #drawing #fanart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

It's not a bad day today, but getting up at 3am to take a 3.5 hour bus ride is atrocious😭 Samsung S22 Ultra camera still holds up🫡 #artist #illustrator #portrait #samsung

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

On the left is my first cat, Wednesday, she's an oldie now like me. I think I was 17/18 in that pic. And on the right is Mr. Cheebs. New work gonna kick in soon and I can finally afford my art supplies😭 For now, gonna repost what I enjoy, share old art, and ideas🫡 #artist #cats #animals

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Hegseth, the secretary of dickweeds, within his bullshit speech alongside Trump, announced getting rid of services and means of reporting for victims within the military circle. Sexual assault is about to see a horrifying increase. Do not let your loved ones join, my professional advice.

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Last part for now of my old ink series. Mainly because I just don't have photos of the rest😅 #pinupart #illustration #inkart #nudeart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Another three from this set. Made 31 of these for each day of the month! Not an easy challenge if I'm honest😅 #pinupart #nudeart #inkdrawing #drawing

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

From 2023's Inktober/drawtober! Summers in high school used to be my biggest times to practice drawing, and the female figure was always something I'd constantly practice. 'Cause I sucked at it😅 #draw #pinupart #nudeart #illustration

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

I haven't done a Frazetta study in a really long time, but the new statue is an awesome inspiration to do another one! #artist #FrankFrazetta #fantasyart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Art and the artist. Although, I've cut my hair and shaved my beard as of late😅 I'll grow it all back out eventually lol! #pinupart #inktober #nudeart #illustrator #traditionalart

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Gabriel Alatorre @graphitegabriel.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

From the first time I used colored pencils! Had no idea what I was doing, I still kinda don't know what I'm doing lol😅 #coloredpencil #fantasyart #colorart #artist #timelapse

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