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Wolfe Spirit @sirwulfywulfwulf.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

"Cautious Fox Friend" 12x12" Posca pens on painted canvas #TraditionalArt #Posca #Fox

Blocky shapes show a partially concealed fox peeking out from behind a birch tree. Other birch trees surround the fox along with greenery and light poking through the leaves.

Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

More art made while suffering from steroid-induced insomnia. Remember folks, listen to your body and take care of yourself! "Hope" 12" x 24" Acrylic paint & Posca pens on canvas.

A photograph of the in-process painting. Subject is a fantasy heron/crane/Phoenix done in Posca paint pens on canvas.

A photograph of the finished painting titled, HOPE. Subject is a fantasy heron/crane/Phoenix done in contrasting oranges, creams, and blue on deep navy canvas.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Almost went belly up from anaphylaxis last weekend, so here's some steroid-induced insomnia art.

Photograph of the artist's journal, featuring rather jittery, black and white, steroid-induced insomnia art. Listen to your body, folks. Anaphylaxis isn't fun.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

The world is on fire, and so I create. WIP. A sandhill crane for my sleeve. Creating a dynamic pose that (hopefully) translates well for tattooing is a difficult challenge, but it does help stretch my skills. #illustration #traditionalart #nature 🪶 #birds

A photo of a work-in-progress pencil illustration featuring a sandhill crane. The artist wants folks to know that they tell spring by the sandhill's arrival; they migrate by the thousands, calling loudly as they fly over the artist's hometown, landing in the Indiana Dunes for their breeding season. One of the best places to view them is the Great Marsh Trail. Between them and all the spring peepers, it's one of the sweetest symphonies a person can hear.

The artist is trying to hold on to hope, to a spring filled with their song, to nature continuing on, despite all the hell humans wage against one other. May these wonders outlast bitter humans and their hate. May they survive and thrive, and maybe we too can unite together to restore balance, and live to see hope grow again.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

WIP continues: White breasted nuthatch & feather, maple whirlybirds, jack-in-the-pulpit, white trillium, black oak, common buckeye, snail shell, & jack pine. This will be part of the artist's tattoo design. #traditionalart #nature #birds 🪶 #illustration #IndianaDunesNationalPark

A photograph featuring a WIP color illustration made with alcohol ink markers and pen. The subject matter is comprised of flora and fauna native to Indiana Dunes National Park, which is pretty much where the artist grew up. Also, the illustration is surrounded by various artist tools of the trade.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

WIP: White breasted nuthatch, white trillium, black oak, & a common buckeye. This will be part of a tattoo sleeve I'll be getting; it will feature flora & fauna native to the woods that I've spent much of my life exploring. #traditionalart #nature #birds 🪶 #illustration #IndianaDunesNationalPark

A photograph of the artist's workspace. A work-in-progress illustration is surrounded by alcohol ink markers and a test color scrap of paper. The illustration features a white breasted nuthatch, white trillium, black oak, and a common buckeye, which are species native to the artist's home region. The artist spent most of their childhood playing in the woods, hiking, and observing nature (and they continue to do so as an adult). The artist intends on getting this piece tattooed on their arm, thus continuing a sleeve featuring their favorite native flora and fauna.

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Wolfe Spirit @sirwulfywulfwulf.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

"Hyper Fixation" Micron pen on pen & ink paper 7x10" ADHD hyper fixations are neat.... Until you start to lose interest in whatever it is that you've been focused on for the past(insert amount of time here). #HyperFixation #ADHD #TraditionalArt #Hatching #Micron #InkArt

Someone's focus is changed to something bright as the idea they left behind starts to fade away.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

"Night Song" (title from a friend). I'm pleased with how this one turned out. TBH, Frida Kahlo's "Self-Portrait w/ Thorn Necklace & Hummingbird" was on my mind as I sketched this one up. Posca paint pens on black canvas. #traditionalart #poscaart #illustration #fantasyart #birds 🪶 #birdart

A self portrait photograph of the artist holding their painting in front of them. The artist has short blue hair and glasses, and is arching one eyebrow over the top of the painting. The subject matter a blue fantasy bird in flight surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves.

A photograph of the artist's painting. It features a blue fantasy bird in flight surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves on a black background. The main flower colors are various pale or pastel blues, yellows, pinks, and oranges, with various shades of green leaves, and some brown twisting vines throughout. There are a few scattered, small butterflies flitting around as well. The artist used Posca paint pens on black canvas.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

WIP. I've been up since 3:00 AM so naturally, I chose to art. I'm normally more of a traditional acrylic painter but Posca pens are fun. #traditionalart #Poscaart #fantasyart #birds 🪶

A photograph of a work-in-progress (WIP) illustration. The illustration is being created with Posca paint pens on black canvas. It features a blue fantasy bird with long, trailing tail feathers. The bird is in flight and is surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves.

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Wolfe Spirit @sirwulfywulfwulf.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

"Can I Slip Through Please?" Posca paint sticks on black paper 9x12" Fluid movement through a rigid and orderly area is possible sometimes. It helps if you are polite. #TraditionalArt #Posca #PaintSticks #TheMachine

Orderly silver and gold lines hedge in a river of blues, purples and shades of white as they pass through an unorganized path.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

"Jólakötturinn (Yule Cat), by me. I'm super surprised I finished it all in one sitting- I was locked in for about 7 hours, start to finish. Alcohol ink markers and pen on Bristol. #traditionalart #yule #yulecat #cats

A wintery iustration featuring a gigantic, fluffy, Siamese-like Jólakötturinn, aka Yule Cat. The cat towers behind a small, snow covered cabin with one paw resting on the roof. In the foreground, a person stands looking on toward the cat, their right hand raised to their head in a shocked manner.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 16/11/2025

WIP... Just inked this Yule Cat illustration- next up, color! Hoping to have this done in time for the holiday gift giving season. #traditionalart #yule #cat

Work in progress. An illustration of a fluffy Yule Cat resting its massive paw on a cabin in the wintery woods. From the foreground, a human looks on in shock. Black and white, adding color next.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Yet another handful of photos taken during recent hikes. #naturephotos 🌿 #nature #mushrooms #fallfoliage

A photograph of an assortment of mushrooms and fall leaves on top of an old tree stump.

A photograph of various mosses and lichens growing on a slat from a wooden bridge.

A photograph of some interesting texture and patterning on a dead leaf.

A photograph of various funky mushrooms growing on the side of an old log.

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Wolfe Spirit @sirwulfywulfwulf.bsky.social · 30/08/2025

"The slow current of Spring flowing through Winter." Paint sticks on black canvas. This is my first larger piece. The canvas measures 10x8". It was a lot of fun! Now I want to do a larger piece!! #TraditionalArt #PaintStick #Posca #LineArt

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Insomnia means I decided to paint a ridiculous cat-shaped landscape (peep the cat-shaped clouds too). Acrylic on canvas. #painting #cats #traditionalart #acrylics

A vibrant, slightly abstract acrylic landscape painting I created where the mountains and clouds are shaped like cats. Inspired by insomnia and my love of, well, cats.

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Kasey Gifford @kaseygifford.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

My interpretation of a tattoo found on the body of a 2,500 year old Siberian mummy. There's so much motion in the original design, dynamic movement in simple linework is difficult for artists today! This 6x12 wood panel piece is for sale. DM me if you're interested! www.bbc.com/news/article...

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Today's pride flag: Polyamory! It is NOT polygamy. Polygamy is having more than one spouse at a time, often connected to religion. Polyamory is a relationship style based on having 2+ consensual relationships, open communication, transparency, & ethical practices. #Pride #queerartist #poly

A photograph collage featuring a green-haired, tattooed artist. They are wearing blue, red, black, and yellow clothing and makeup to showcase the polyamory Pride flag. In the first photo, the artist is looking directly at the viewer, head slightly cocked, arms stretched out in front of them with hands lightly clasped. The second photo features the same pose, except the artist is looking down and to their left, with a slight smile on their face.

A photo of the polyamory flag. It is blue, red, and black with a yellow or gold mathematical symbol for Pi in the center. The definition of polyamory is written across this flag in white lettering. It reads: Polyamory: Consensual relationships with multiple partners.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Happy Pride Month! Today's Pride flag look is: Aromantic! Aromantic: someone who does not feel romantic attraction to others. #Pride #aromantic #queerartist

A photo collage of a green-haired artist, who has matched their makeup, jewelry, and outfit to the pride flag for Aromantic. The colors are dark green, lighter green, white, grey, and black.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Happy Pride Month! To celebrate, I am thinking about turning myself into various flags. Today, may I present to you: non-binary! #pridemonth #nonbinary #queerartist

A collage featuring two photos of a green-haired, tattooed artist. They are wearing the colors of the non-binary Pride flag, which are yellow, white, purple, and black. The artist's makeup and jewerly matches the flag as well.

In the first photo, the artist is smiling while stretching, eyes cast downward so that the viewer hopefully catches the eyeshadow.

In the second photo, the artist is leaning, one arm up and above their head, hand on the back of their neck; they are staring intently at the viewer, eyebrow raised in a question.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Bastet doodle/sketch. I'm not exactly happy with it, but I'm trying to break away from the feeling that I should only share my "good" art. After all, what is good? It's all subjective, & to hell with it- I enjoyed the process & today, that is enough.

A pen and ink sketch made in a journal, featuring the Egyptian goddess, Bastet. The sketch still shows pencil lines and is not refined. The artist (me) is irritated with themselves that it didn't turn out exactly how they planned, but that's okay. Sometimes it's about just enjoying the process. Also, there's a written notation in the bottom right corner, which is a response to a quote about trusting the universe. The artist writes, "I'm trying, with varying degrees of success". Giving up control is hard, folks.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Happy Pride Month! Dillweed says, "Abide the pride or I'll make you cry."

A photograph of my fluffy beefcake of an orange cat named Dillweed. He is sitting in a rainbow, with Pride doodles surrounding him. He glares at the camera, showing he is ready to throw hands with anyone being disrespectful to the LGBTQI+ community.

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Dr. Heather Hinam 🍁 🇨🇦 @secondnaturemb.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Happy #Pride everyone. Nature is infinitely diverse.

A rainbow made up of different Manitoba wildflowers. The red on the left end is a three-flowered avens (lantern-shaped flowers), orange - wood lily, yellow - goldenrod, green - green bog orchid, blue - lungwort (little blue bells), purple - iris.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

"You'll Float Too". Graphite on vellum, my own drawing. I really dug Skarsgård's intense look & stare that he brought to Pennywise, & I sought to capture that here. I both adore Tim Curry's original role & appreciate this newer interpretation. #horrorart #traditionalart #pennywise #illustration

My graphite illustration of Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise the Clown from Stephen King's, IT. The drawing features a close-up of Pennywise's face, featuring the classic Kubrick Stare, with a balloon floating in front of him.

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Denice (Dee), the Red Witch @deetheredwitch.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

So yeah, one day in on raising funds for my own gcs and a fresh wave of attacks on trans healthcare in the US and UK. I refuse to stop or to be afraid to keep going. Not doing this isn't an option for me. So yeah, if you can help, even if it's just by spreading the word, please do.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

I know, Nugs- I don't understand all the hate either. My cat offering moral support as I stitch a cat-themed LGBTQI+ patch onto my battle vest. Patch by Cat Magic Punks.

A photograph I took of my Russian Blue mix- a grey cat nicknamed Nugs is looking as disgusted as I feel with all the hate, racism, bigotry, etc. going around our country. She sits on top of my battle vest, offering support as I stitch on another patch. The patch features a rainbow colored cat on a black background, and comes from Cat Magic Punks.

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WOLFSKULLJACK @wolfskulljack.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Oppressing hands end in the teeth of those they chained -2025

My art, digital. A comic panel style featuring a women, skull and a wolf

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damniel spookradski @self.agency · 08/04/2025

in case you're wondering, "what's the harm in claiming an extinct species has been brought back from the dead" when it most certainly has not, our interior secretary is already using it to justify taking animals off the endangered species list

The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is to work with others to “conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.”

The Department of the Interior is excited about the potential of “de-extinction” technology and how it may serve broader purposes beyond the recovery of lost species, including strengthening biodiversity protection efforts and helping endangered or at-risk species.

The Endangered Species List has become like the Hotel California: once a species enters, they never leave. In fact, 97 percent of species that are added to the endangered list remain there. This is because the status quo is focused on regulation more than innovation.

It’s time to fundamentally change how we think about species conservation. Going forward, we must celebrate removals from the endangered list - not additions. The only thing we’d like to see go extinct is the need for an endangered species list to exist. We need to continue improving recovery efforts to make that a reality, and the marvel of “de-extinction” technology can help forge a future where populations are never at risk.

Since the dawn of our nation, it has been innovation – not regulation – that has spawned American greatness. The revival of the Dire Wolf heralds the advent of a thrilling new era of scientific wonder, showcasing how the concept of “de-extinction” can serve as a bedrock for modern species conservation.

The Dire Wolf revival carries profound cultural significance as it embodies strength and courage that is deeply encoded within the DNA of American identity and tribal heritage.

Breakthroughs of this nature will inspire leading minds and future generations of innovators to chase the impossible, capture it, and unleash its potential!

The Department of the Interior looks forward to a vibrant future full of innovation that advances core missions such as wildlife conservation.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

A painting I did for my mentor, Delila. We were supposed to see Wardruna together. Covid took her life. I then caught it too & was unable to attend the concert for us, for her. I cried my eyes out while listening to Wardruna, painting this memorial instead. F!ck Covid. Miss you, Delila. So much.

A memorial painting in deep, swirling greens, featuring a white raven flying bottom center. Lyrics from Wardruna's song, Helvegen, spiral in the center of the painting. The lyrics read, "Early in the day's end- Still the raven knows if I fall- When you stand by the Gate of Death- And you have to tear free- I shall follow you across the Resounding Bridge with my song". Top left of the painting features the rune Hagalaz, which stands for loss and change. Top right of the painting features the rune Eiwaz, which stands for death, enlightenment, and balance. The painting is for the artist's mentor, who crossed the Rainbow Bridge. The artist and her mentor were supposed to see Wardruna together. F!ck Covid.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Behold the fruit of my insomnia. Left: Transmutation. A lot of the time, I'll just doodle random shapes as my mind floats across a hazy sea of memories. I suppose it helps me process things. Right: Reclamation. I'm working through my past. Kintsugi was the inspiration behind this sketch.

A photograph of a sketch in a journal. The sketch is done using Posca markers and features random designs and patterns akin to zentangles. Coloration flows left to right: starting in black, then to grey, beige, white, yellow, orange, and ending at red.

A photograph of an illustration featuring the artist painting gold kintsugi all over their body. They are taking back their body and their narrative, as well as meaning making out of suffering.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Working on my "battle vest" and enjoying the process of curating this statement piece.

A photograph of a grey denim vest with numerous patches, some of which are in-process of being stitched down. The patch content varies- from animal and nature-inspired, to LBGTQI+, to music, to statements, and more. For example, one asks the reader, "What would Mister Rogers do?".

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Norms are meant to be bent and broken. Take up space however you can, as loudly as you can. #nonbinary #genderqueer #artistportrait

A black & white photograph of a tattooed, nonbinary artist with short & messy hair. They are leaning forward, hands in their pockets, with one eyebrow raised. They are smirking directly at the camera. They wear clear, plastic framed glasses, collar, & a cuffed t-shirt that has "boy (ish)" written across the front.

A black & white photograph of a tattooed, nonbinary artist with short, messy hair & clear plastic framed glasses. They are leaning jauntily, hands hooked into their belt loop & pant pockets, with a soft smirk on their face. They are wearing a collar & a cuffed t-shirt that has "boy (ish)" written across the front.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

WIP on a Hellmouth... I found inspiration in, of all places, a Squishable. I didn't know these things had a name, & once I learned that, I just had to sketch them! See also medieval illustrations & paintings- you know them, you just didn't know you knew, lol! #traditionalart #illustration #fantasy

Photograph of rough pen sketches of adorable Hellmouths. In my mind's eye, they act like the bestest bois- they're very excited to show you the depths of hell.

Photograph of an artist's working space, featuring, from right to left, rough pen sketches of cute Hellmouths, drawing materials, a pencil sketch of another Hellmouth, and the bottom of the artist's emotional support water bottle.

A light pencil sketch of a ridiculous and cute Hellmouth. The artist was inspired by a newly released Squishable. The artist is also considering creating a traditional Hellmouth after this one... but we shall see...

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

NSFW. From my Deadly Beauties series (more to come soon). Alcohol ink markers, India ink, & gel pen on Bristol. This piece features a faerie sitting on an amanita mushroom. Various poisonous plants surround the scene (see Alt Text for more info). #illustration #fantasyart #faeart #traditionalart

An illustration featuring a pale faerie with short, curly red hair and aquamarine wings. She is sitting on an amanita mushroom, surrounded by a portal made of spider's web. Poison ivy, nightshade, and poison hemlock surround the scene.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Two cute dino illustrations for my cousin's twins. She requested "low and chunky"- aka old school. I decided to add the vibrant Lisa Frank-style coloring for some additional nostalgic touches. #paleoart #illustration #dinoart #dinosaurs #dinos

An illustration of a cute, low and chunky triceratops, done in vibrant Lisa Frank-like colors.

An illustration of a cute, low and chunky stegosaurus, done in vibrant Lisa Frank-like colors.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

"Pretend", 2018. Ink on paper. This is one of my old pieces, but lately it feels relevant. #traditionalart #illustration #mentalhealth

A black and white pen illustration of a woman taking off a mirthful, laughing mask. A cracked and dead-eyed, tearful face has been revealed underneath.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Please stay alive. Self portrait. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-TALK (8255). Crisis text line: 741741. National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988. Support for depression, addiction, anxiety, and more: twloha.com #mentalhealth #artistportrait #photography #twloha #hope

Self portrait of an artist with green hair and glasses. They are gazing at a wall of art that they created over many years. Their back is to the camera, and they are wearing a black shirt with the words, "Please stay alive," written on the back in white lettering. If they could, the artist would want to tell you that although they struggled with their own mental health, they're glad they're still here... and that they hope you'll stay too.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Query: Since I'm new, I'm unfamiliar with bluesky customs (cue neurodivergent confusion). If someone shares my work, is it proper to give thanks each time? I don't want to come across as rude. Thanks in advance, and as tax, here's a photo I took of spilled paint in my old art room sink.

A photograph of a vibrant, psychedelic looking paint spill in an art room sink.

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Animal Photo Reference Repository @animalphotorefs.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

GenAI has polluted image search results, especially for animal pics. It’s now basically impossible to find accurate art references. Enter this: a repository of open-access, AI-free images of wild & exotic taxa. Artists creating *without AI* have blanket permission for derivative/transformative use.

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Exotic Animal Photo Reference Repository

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 26/01/2025

"The horrors persist, yet still I dance... and I meep." Alcohol ink markers & pen on vellum. Despite my anger, anxiety, & grief, I'll keep doing the things that bring my life joy & meaning. I hope you do too. Don't give up hope. #natureart #meep #birb #illustration #americanwoodcock #mentalhealth

An illustration of a goofy-looking bird called the American woodcock. The phrase, "The horrors persist, yet still I dance... and I meep." is printed around the bird; this is a reference to their funky dance and distinctive call, as well as a gentle if silly reminder for us humans to not give up our hope/joy.

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Sora Siskyn @sivaporcelina.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

"Good Kitty" UV reactive acrylic on canvas- my 1st time using this type of paint! Fun fact: O'possums don't actually fake their deaths- they just become so anxious that they faint. Bonus fun fact: When I become anxious, I ☆hiss☆. #natureart #possums #possumpainting #iamgoodkitty #neonart #UVart

An acrylic painting of a cartoonish o'possum, anxiously holding their tail. The possum is in the center of a neon orange background.

An acrylic painting of a cartoonish o'possum, anxiously holding their tail. The possum is in the center of a neon orange background, and the painting is reacting to a UV light.

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Eve Harms, Orph Understander @eveharms.com · 25/01/2025

Stress is poison to creativity

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