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Amateur Illustrator. 🖌️ Current Series: My Original Character, Xuanci The Earless Wanderer (猫猫侠·玄次), inspired by my late cat, Hei Hei. 🧣🐾 The journey's spirit of Xuanci: A clumsy black cat, no plans in his head — just wanders on instead. 🤔 笨笨小游侠，稀里糊涂走天涯~ 😂

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Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

The Earless Wanderer: The First Breath of Morning #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Sunrise #Whale #Seascape #QuietMoments

A black cat traveler sits beside the sea at dawn, wrapped in a red cloak. The sun rises over distant islands while a lone whale exhales in the far distance. Warm morning colors and still water create a peaceful scene of travel, discovery, and quiet reflection.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Dual-Wielding Grass-Cutter （New logo unlocked for The Earless Wanderer series! 🐾⚔️） #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #CatWarrior #DualBlades #DualWielder #DualSwords

A digital oil painting featuring a black cat with tiny ears, wearing a blue martial arts robe and red cloak. Positioned in a crouching stance amidst tall reeds, He heroically dual-wields two sharp swords under a bright, cloud-filled sky.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Summer Drifting on the River #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Peaceful #Summer #Boating #Traveler

A tiny-eared black cat rows a wooden boat across calm summer waters, surrounded by soft mountains and gentle light. Wearing a blue tunic and red scarf, the wanderer moves slowly and quietly, creating a peaceful journey through a warm, tranquil landscape.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Where the Small Traveler Paused Colored pencil on watercolor paper, image: 8.5" x 6.5", paper: 10" x 8" Jun 2026 #Art #ColoredPencil #PrismaColor #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #StillLife #Snail #Gourd #ZenArt #WabiSabiArt

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

"Hmm?" Colored pencil on watercolor paper, 9" × 6" May 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Cat #CatArt #PetArt #CatLoversArt #AnimalIllustration #HealingArt

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Lilac Tulips Colored pencil on black watercolor paper, 10" × 8" May 2026 Reference photo by Ceci Li (Unsplash @szeccl) #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Flowers #Tulip #BotanicalArt #FloralIllustration #PurplePalette

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Encounter Colored pencil on watercolor paper, 8" x 6" May 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Illustration #StillLife #Cat #CatArt #PetArt #Skull #LifeAndDeath

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

A Prayer for Spring Colored pencil on watercolor paper, 5.5" x 8.5" Mar 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Illustration #Hand #HandStudy #HandGesture #Spring #Prayer #Zen

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Leeks with Ribbon Colored pencil on brown paperboard, 8.25" x 5.5" Mar 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #StillLife #TextureStudy

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

The Kung Fu Salute Colored pencil on brown paperboard, 5.5" x 8.25" Mar 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Illustration #Hand #HandStudy #GestureDrawing #KungFu #MartialArts

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

In Memory of Pang Pang & Hei Hei 🐾✨ Digital Painting via Procreate Mar 2026 Hei Hei finally got his wings. He is still trying his best with the most beautiful rose he could find, while Her Majesty Pang Pang remains... unimpressed. 🌹😼 #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #InMemoriam #HealingArt

A digital watercolor illustration of two angel cats in heaven. A black cat named Hei Hei is shyly offering a red rose to a striped tabby named Pang Pang, who is looking away with a classic 'not interested' expression.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

In Memory of Hei Hei 🐾✨ Oil pastel on wood panel, 12" x 9" Mar 2026 "Human, I’ve packed my little bag and started a new journey — a journey with no more pain, just your love." "Human, whenever you miss me, I am missing you too." "Human, enjoy your journey, as I enjoy mine. " #InMemoriam #Cats

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Moonlit Lantern Festival #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #LanternFestival #NightScene #Romantic #RabbitLantern #元宵节

A digital oil painting of a black cat, the "Earless Wanderer," in a Wuxia-inspired setting. He wears a blue robe and a red cloak, holding a glowing rabbit lantern amidst a sea of colorful, floating lanterns. His large golden eyes reflect the warm festive glow of the Lantern Festival.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

The Hand That Lifts Colored pencil on brown paperboard, 5.5" x 8.25" Feb 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #Illustration #Hand #HandStudy #GestureDrawing

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

#TheEarlessWanderer #StopBreedingScottishFolds #AdoptDontShop Here is the behind-the-scenes story of 'The Earless Wanderer' series: www.boredpanda.com/i-illustrate...

I Illustrated My Tiny-Eared Black Cat As An Adorable Ancient Hero, The Earless Wanderer (12 Pics)

Have you ever met a cat so tiny-eared that he looks like a character who just stepped out of a comic? Meet Hei Hei — my beloved black cat, whose ears are so small they almost disappear into his round ...

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Happy Chinese New Year! #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #SnowScene #Festival #ChineseNewYear #YearOfHorse

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Three Binder Clips Colored pencil on brown paperboard, 5.5" x 8.25" Feb 2026 #Art #BlueSkyArtShow #Painting #HandDrawn #ColoredPencil #Prismacolor #StillLife #DailyObject

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Ambushed by the Ice... #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #Winter #Snow #Funny #Slippery

A tiny-eared blackcat in a blue robe and red cloak slips comically on a snowy path. Its sword and a small pouch lie scattered on the ice, while a surprised pigeon flutters nearby. Text in the corner reads "The Earless Wanderer."

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Two Jade Amulets Oil pastel and colored pencil on brown paperboard, 5.5" x 8.25" Jan 2026 #Art #OilPastel #ColoredPencil #Painting #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #StillLife

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

Dried Peppers Oil pastel on wood panel, 10" x 8" Jan 2026 #Art #OilPastel #Painting #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #StillLife #Impasto

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

The Earless Wanderer: Happy New Year! The Earless Wanderer 🧣🐾 wishes everyone a happy 2026 — Wishing you a year of good health, peace, and cozy, happy days！🌷 #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #HappyNewYear #Festival #Winter

A black cat dressed as a martial hero stands in a snowy lantern market at night, holding a sparkler and candied hawthorn on a stick. Warm red lanterns glow behind it, snow falls gently, and the cat’s red cape billows, blending festive New Year atmosphere with a whimsical wuxia fantasy mood.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

The Earless Wanderer: When Kicks Shine and Punches Don’t #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #KungFu #MartialArts #Wuxia #Winter #SnowyBambooForest

A black cat in a blue martial arts outfit and red cape practices a powerful high kick in a snowy bamboo forest. Snow scatters under the motion, and the cape flares dramatically behind him. His punch form is slightly off, adding a charming, earnest, and humorous touch to the dynamic scene.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Under the Northern Lights #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #NorthernLights #Aurora #Winter #SnowyNight

A lone black cat wanderer in a blue tunic and red cape sits on snowy ground beside a glowing lantern, facing a calm lake under brilliant green and purple auroras. The cat gazes upward in quiet wonder, its silhouette soft against the night sky, creating a serene, contemplative winter scene.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Autumn Open-Air Concert #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #FallSeason #Autumn #MapleLeaves #AutumnColors

A black cat in a blue robe and red cape sits on a rock in an autumn forest, playing a bamboo flute. Vibrant red, orange, and yellow leaves surround the scene. Two squirrels listen nearby—one on a branch, one on the ground. Warm light and mist create a magical, peaceful mood.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Drifting Through Lotus Dreams #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #Lotus #LotusPond #Summer #Steppe

A small black cat in a blue outfit and red scarf stands on a bamboo raft, holding a long stick topped with a dragonfly. It floats among large green lotus leaves and blooming lotus flowers. A frog sits nearby. Misty moonlight and soft colors create a peaceful, dreamlike atmosphere.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

A World of Serene Coolness Oil pastel on canvas, 11" x 14" Jun 2025 #Art #OilPastel #Painting #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #ZenArt #TranquilArt #NatureArt #Waterfall #Coolness

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Ride Beyond the Horizon (Refined Version) #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HearlingArt #HorseRiding #Galloping #Steppe

A black cat with tiny ears, wearing a flowing red cloak, rides a galloping white horse across a vast landscape. The cat’s eyes are wide with determination, and the wind lifts the cloak behind like a flame. The background is a misty terrain of distant hills and scattered foliage, evoking a sense of solitude, freedom, and heroic adventure.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Admiring the Colors of Autumn #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #AutumnLandscape #FallColors #FallFoliage #MoutainView

An illustrated black cat in a blue robe and red scarf stands on a wooden balcony, its paw raised to shield its eyes from the sun. The cat gazes over a vast valley of majestic blue mountains and vibrant red and orange autumn trees. A winding river cuts through the landscape as birds fly in the sky.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

A Quiet Swim Colored pencil on black paper, 6" x 9" Aug 2020 #Art #ColoredPencil #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #koi #lotuspond #zenart

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 23/08/2025

Inspired by a friend's cat, a silver tabby British Shorthair. Maybe a new character of The Earless Wanderer series? #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #CuteArt #Autumn #FallingLeaves #Ginkgo #Nanjing #MingXiaolingMausoleum

A cat dressed in a flowing yellow robe stands on an ancient stone path lined with camel statues. Autumn leaves fall gently around it. The cat holds a small sword with a paw-shaped hilt and red tassel, evoking a mysterious, wandering warrior from a fantasy world inspired by history and legend.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

A Blossom's Whisper on the Lion's Nose Colored pencil on watercolor paper, image: 9" x 6", paper: 10" x 8" Mar 2021 #Art #ColoredPencil #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #Spring #Petals #CherryBlossom #StoneLion #ChineseGuardianLion

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: The Cat He Dreams of Becoming 💪 #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #CatArt #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Wuxia #Jianghu #Warrior #Hero ##BambooForest

A black cat with tiny ears, wearing a blue robe and red scarf, walks along a tree branch in a glowing bamboo forest. The scene feels quiet, magical, and full of hidden purpose.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: A Sip Beneath the Cherry Blossoms #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #CherryBlossom #Sakura #Spring #PeacefulMoments

A black cat in a blue robe sits peacefully beneath blooming cherry blossom trees, holding a cup of sake. Soft, colorful light bathes the scene, evoking a tranquil, magical mood. A small jug rests nearby, suggesting a quiet moment of drinking and reflection.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 09/08/2025

Spring in Hand Oil pastels on brown paperboard, 8.25" x 5.75" Dec 2024 #Art #OilPastels #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #Hand #Share #Petals #Hope

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

The Silent Sentinel Colored pencil and watercolor on watercolor paper, 8" x 10" Sep 2021 #Art #ColoredPencil #Watercolor #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #FireHydrant #Stillness #Tranquil

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Sparring Beneath the Wisteria #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Wisteria #MartialArts #Kungfu #Courtyard

An anthropomorphic black cat dressed in traditional martial arts attire performs graceful combat movements beneath cascading wisteria blossoms. The scene is set in a tranquil garden, where soft petals fall and dappled light filters through the vines. The atmosphere blends elegance and quiet strength, evoking a sense of focused serenity.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Drawing the Blade Colored pencil on brown paperboard, 8.25" x 5.5" Mar 2025 #Art #ColoredPencil #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #Swordsman #Wuxia #Jianghu #Hand

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

The Earless Wanderer: A Moment with Fireworks #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Summer #SummerNight #Fireworks

A black cat with tiny ears, wearing a cloak, stands on a rooftop observing colorful fireworks in the night sky over traditional buildings.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

The Earless Wanderer: A Lantern for the Fireflies #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #HealingArt #Summer #SummerNight #Fireflies #Lantern

An illustrated image shows a black cat, the main character, standing on a lush, moss-covered ground at night. It is holding a traditional Chinese lantern that casts a soft, warm glow. The light illuminates several glowing fireflies fluttering around the cat. The background is a dense, dark forest, creating a magical and quiet atmosphere. The cat is looking at the fireflies.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Still Life Study Oil pastel and colored pencil on brown paperboard, 8.25" x 5.75" Nov 2022 #Art #ColoredPencil #OilPastel #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #Fruits #StillLife

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Fishing in the Cold Silence #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #Winter #Snow #Fishing

An illustration depicts a solitary black cat sitting in a small boat, holding a fishing rod, on a calm expanse of water. Distant mountains or landforms line the horizon. The overall mood of the image is serene and contemplative, with a dark, muted color palette.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Fragile Moment Colored pencil and watercolor on watercolor paper, 6" x 8" Jan 2022 #Art #ColoredPencil #Watercolor #Drawing #HandDrawn #BlueSkyArtShow #Hands #Cherish

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Prayer Beneath the Crimson Ribbons #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #Prayer #Wishing

Illustration of a fluffy black cat, wearing a blue tunic, brown belt, and a flowing red cloak. It stands with paws folded in a prayer-like gesture, gazing upward in a sun-dappled forest with numerous red ribbons hanging from the trees.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Moonlit Sword Dance #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter #Swordsman #MartialArt

A black cat with tiny ears, dressed in a flowing crimson cloak, performs a sword dance under the full moon. The cat’s pose is cute, with one paw raised mid-swing and the blade catching moonlight. The background features a quiet nightscape with waterfall, pines and glowing mist, evoking a sense of mystery, discipline, and poetic solitude.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

The Earless Wanderer: Ride Beyond the Horizon #TheEarlessWanderer #Art #Illustration #DigitalArt #Procreate #PetArt #Cat #OriginalCharacter

A black cat with tiny ears, wearing a flowing red cloak, rides a galloping white horse across a vast landscape. The cat’s eyes are wide with determination, and the wind lifts the cloak behind like a flame. The background is a misty terrain of distant hills and scattered foliage, evoking a sense of solitude, freedom, and heroic adventure.

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

🎨 The Earless Wanderer — Illustration Series Begins Since this summer, I’ve been working on a new series: The Earless Wanderer — a clumsy black cat with tiny ears, dressed in red, wandering freely with no plan but plenty of heart. The series is inspired by my own cat, Hei Hei. Here is his photo —

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

#coloredpencil #drawing #gift #ribbon #BlueSkyArtShow A Gentle Offering in Misty Jade Colored pencil on brown cardboard, 5.5" x 8.5" Jul 2024

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

#coloredpencil #drawing #healing #BlueSkyArtShow Soft Rosy Embrace Colored pencil on paper, 4.5" x 6.5" Jul 2021

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

#oilpastel #watercolor #painting #nature #BlueSkyArtShow Solo Dance Beneath the Crimson Curtain Oil pastel and watercolor on watercolor paper, 9" x 6", Sep 2022

Number43 @number43.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

#BlueSkyArtShow #Joy #coloredpencil #stilllife #drawing The Echoes of Childhood Joy Colored pencil on watercolor paper, 8.5" x 6.5", Feb 2025