Friday, August 30, 2019

beyond the zone




In choosing subjects for daily markmaking,
I sometimes deliberately stretch beyond my comfort zone.

By the way...
who knew there would ever be a markmaking comfort zone?
Life is full of surprises!

Anyway.

Last night was my first attempt at a bear.

With thanks to KB for sharing the video this youngster appeared in.

Readers, if you click the link, you'll see the bear climbing the tree
and "posing" for me within the first 10 seconds of the video.
But you'll want to watch the whole two minutes!

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12 comments:

  1. LeighAugust 30, 2019 at 8:27 AM

    It would only be out of the comfort zone if you were drawing with a live model! lol. Good drawing; very appealing. I think it's always important to stretch ourselves. How else can we grow?

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    1. QuinnSeptember 1, 2019 at 9:48 AM

      I haven't had a family of black bears on my doorstep for quite a few years now. They are so interesting to watch, but I do think they are better off a little deeper in the woods :)

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  2. Salty Pumpkin StudioAugust 30, 2019 at 11:59 AM

    Good attempt I say. The bear's personality shows.

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  3. Magpie's MumblingsAugust 31, 2019 at 12:51 PM

    What fun to watch that video! Your 'marks' capture Brownie wonderfully.

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    1. QuinnSeptember 1, 2019 at 9:50 AM

      KB gets some of the best footage of wildlife I've ever seen. I can't imagine how much time and energy she puts into editing her photographs and videos - they are excellent!

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  4. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresSeptember 1, 2019 at 7:04 AM

    Such great trail cam footage. Wow! So fun to watch the bears playing while mama was just doing her thing. That tree was just a tad small for not so little little bear. :) Nice sketching. Happy September!

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    1. QuinnSeptember 1, 2019 at 9:51 AM

      I had a similar feeling about mama bear - as long as the cubs aren't in danger, I think she must be relieved to have a little "me time" :)

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 3, 2019 at 9:08 PM

    Love your drawing! Such talent! (shh! don't be modest!) And I was enthralled by the bear video - thanks for sharing! I've seen bears when hiking, but one has to be so wary... to be able to observe like this in safety was a treat! Oh and your zinnias are gorgeous! (as are your photos of them!) I am going to have to find me some! ~Kim/Ravensnest

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    1. QuinnSeptember 4, 2019 at 9:35 AM

      So ice to hear from you, Kim! I agree, it is more relaxing watching bears on video :)
      I'll save as much zinnia seed as I can, but will buy some too "just in case." I plan to have zinnias very year now!

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    2. QuinnSeptember 4, 2019 at 9:36 AM

      I meant NICE not ICE...I should probably go back to bed and start this morning over! ;)

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  6. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comSeptember 15, 2019 at 9:53 AM

    Lovelovelove your bear!

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