Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 2hTrying to keep my nibs very clean because I’m finding it’s essential for keeping a consistent line 210112
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 7hAdded white paint which dramatically improved the composition but limits how I can colour it, sort of 1716
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 8hGot the outlines and blacks done. I think I’ll read a bit before continuing 5827
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 11hThe nights are quite cold. No heat turned on yet tho. I’m also basking directly in the sun 010
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 11hOh! No you don’t have to. It’s not in the least offensive! I agree and the picture does require more tinkering 110
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 11hAm still able to sit outside and read thank goodness. It’s cozy inside and brisk but beautiful outside. Perfect time of year 1300
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 11hThanks Ben! I agree, especially regarding the windows I’ll have to touch up the colour tho 010
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 11hThanks Britt! 100% agree. The colours need some serious attention 050
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 12hI’m leaning more toward brushwork right now. Seems to be the most wave-like lines 3895
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 13hThanks John. I tend to agree tho there are some elements that I think are improved by colour like the windows 020
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 13hYeah I’m actually having the same reaction. Thanks for validating that! Really appreciate your thoughts 130
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 13hDo you prefer colour or black and white? The editor asked for colour and I’m not sure which is actually better 39955
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 13hI like to start with outlines and solid blacks. For this I use a G pen nib and some beat up brushes like this relatively cheap Cotman one. There’s a squirrel who has made a home beneath the steps and is visible from where I draw and it’s making my life 2935
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 14hYes! Share process! I wish it was more of a thing. People tend to post their most polished work which I understand 010
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 14hRight! Awesome. I do a lot of sketching work in sketchbooks first 120
Eric Orchard @inkybat.bsky.social · 14hOk. I’m ready to start inking. Anyone else on Reddit? I’m enjoying it lately. Between Bluesky and Reddit the internet seems a little more healthy 2431
Reposted by Eric OrchardSimon MacEwan @theblastedheath.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Beast of the Day - Lightning Thrower 0203
