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I know this is because 'great blue heron,' but for real, look up the noises they make and tell me it's not metal.
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I know this is because 'great blue heron,' but for real, look up the noises they make and tell me it's not metal.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
I think the bird pics drew a healthy mix of furries and science/wildlife folk, plus a delightful dose of furry scientists.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Why thank you, I suppose that could be my epitaph.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh my gosh this mom, bless her, totally breaks the laid-back capybara mold.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you so much! But I can't get past 'ass' and 'slapped' being in the same comment and I think my brain is breaking.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Aw, thanks! I... oh what have I started
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
that's what matters in the end
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So I compared and contrasted some of my recent pics and their bsky reception and crunched the numbers and not sure, feel like I’m close to cracking the code or something.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Bloody grawks! I hope Rosemary Mosco doesn’t send a flock of assorted angry passerines after me for ripping off her metal heron!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
The sounds they make... stuff of wonderful nightmares.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
Everybody! Stop what you’re doing and appreciate Screamo Heron! (pen, pencil, gouache, watercolor, with text added digitally after scanning) #bird #heron #art #birdart
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
His face hehe
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh wow! All of these are lovely!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Gnarly legs for days!!!!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Aw thanks Merion! I'm proud of those
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
wet metal
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! I was hoping someone would spot that.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Everybody! Stop what you’re doing and appreciate Screamo Heron! (pen, pencil, gouache, watercolor, with text added digitally after scanning) #bird #heron #art #birdart
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Jogailla said he'd protect you Tammy. Have a little faith! The Three Tomes. Animatic pilot coming soon. Enjoy a small comic. Tammy Harris: @kaotickiii.bsky.social Jogailla: @noahbelachew.bsky.social Music: Theofficialacro Editing:ToonrificTariq Illustration: @breanimator.bsky.social
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Uh oh I'm becoming obsessed with Sunny. It is a good name and the happy bird noises are getting me
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MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
whatever Kermit was drinkin
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! Goblin shark craves respect.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
YES! Except I think the foot has way more dexterity than the hoof. Alpaca must be using magic or something to balance that teacup.
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*siiiiiiiiiiiip* "What?" *siiiiiiiiiip* "I didn't say anything about it." *siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiip*
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MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
You're into shark facts too? Nice! I could go on with shark facts all day! Cookie-cutter sharks, whale sharks, megamouth, epaulette shark, nurse sharks... That's what we're talking about, right?
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Aw thanks! What a sweet thing to say!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Had an uncomfortable encounter with a grumpy isopod. (Will hopefully make sense in the context of the full comic)
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks! Cute little featherduster.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
Sharks are one of my comfort creatures, so sorry, but y'all have to see my shark art. Goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni). Real species. Slightly exaggerated here. Slightly. #art #shark #goblin #traditionalart
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
The little eyes going in different directions, love Juan
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh my gosh thank you!! Love your characters and creatures so much!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Not sure if alpaca seats are waterproof, but that might need to get drawn at some point.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Cookiecutter shark (Isistius brasiliensis). They rise from the deep every night to take cookie-cutter shaped bites out of larger sea creatures. No lie. Also included Jawlene in this pic. Apologies to @herny.bsky.social
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Sharks are one of my comfort creatures, so sorry, but y'all have to see my shark art. Goblin shark (Mitsukurina owstoni). Real species. Slightly exaggerated here. Slightly. #art #shark #goblin #traditionalart
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
Someone will get this. I have faith. #shark #natureart #watercolor #sketchbook
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Oooo if you're interested, got another cute lizard hidden in my art feed. Mmm-hmm!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Doodlelotl's supply girl had lizard energy, could feel it
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Think I'll save this for when my mom comes to visit. She'll love it. For these landlord types, looking for very specific music atmosphere. Luigi atmosphere.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
They’re selling the building we live in, and every evening this week are showings where rich guys in golf shirts stomp through the apartments and appraise. So what music should we have playing to make them feel comfortable when they barge in? I’m thinking Jester of No Court’s “Solidarity Forever.”
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm so glad you like it! I thought she had frilled lizard energy.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Close enough? bsky.app/profile/dood...
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks again! Stay in touch- give a follow if you fancy. Maybe I'll find a way to reference this pic.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Love how your art style is so distinct, but the textures are very different in scenes. Love this pic, feels so bittersweet somehow
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Mmm interesting! For some reason seems fitting that the god of death is a somewhat ornery old bird who enjoys a drink. I love the mix of cute/whimsical characters and grim themes.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
This looks wonderful! You're too hard on yourself. Personally I love a loose style. It's kinda got a Lisa Hanawalt vibe to it.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Beep Beep, Richie!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! That means a lot!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Ooo! I hope there's enough reference material from previous pics.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Terrifyingly adorable, yeah
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
now to find momma
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted reply parent
Nope. Just a totally ordinary merganser chick. See?
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
Remember Freshie? She's into stuff. #bird #punk #watercolor #gouache #furryart #illustration #horror
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Nope. Just a totally ordinary merganser chick. See?
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Beautiful little moment. Icarus with the butterfly on his beak, looks like the old bird is having a little moment cheer. Locket looks like she's growing up here.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Oh my gosh that's incredible! And the fact that it's totally traditional makes me love it even more! Just feels alive!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Then this one's for you.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Don't fall off a wall.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
I see a resemblance!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Not sure what will hatch out of it.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Remember Freshie? She's into stuff. #bird #punk #watercolor #gouache #furryart #illustration #horror
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
It's a hard show to recommend too! Like, "you might like the first season, but then season 4... and season 5..." Not that those season are necessarily bad, just... you know.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Scary season is upon us!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
I want to talk about Search Party cause it's the most bonkers show I've ever seen, but can't cause no one else I know watched it, and I can't describe it without massive spoilers.
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Mad Jacqui and Twyla, about to get jumpscared. Pen, watercolor, and some digital color.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
cuties! The green glow of the tv makes me nostalgic for some reason.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Realizing how scary Icarus can be. Hopefully next time he just has some coffee
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Egads!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
"gods doing f--all" hehe Hmmm wonder what happened between 1000 yrs and 200 yrs that led to a meltdown.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Mad Jacqui and Twyla, about to get jumpscared. Pen, watercolor, and some digital color.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Twy is one of the main characters in a little webtoon I'm working on, so there will be lots of her soon. In the meantime, I'll try to post a few new standalone Twyla pics. Maybe encountering those mergansers.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Or makes a great offering to a sleeping ancient thing.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
alpaca and friend #watercolor #art #illustration
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! Owl and alpaca are actually main characters in a little webtoon I'm working on, so once I post those, they'll be lots of them.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! Maybe inspired by the Lich from AT.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks! I love MJ. She's a in webtoon I'm collabin on. Full comics soon, but I'll try some more pics in the meantime.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Aw thanks! That's Twy the owl. She's a main character in a webtoon I'm workin on slowly. Will post some pics soon and then full comics.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social)
Oof, this week. Looking forward to just hanging home drawing this weekend. Any characters you'd like to see more of? Comment with suggestions. See my regulars in my media feed...
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Hmmm interesting interpretation.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Ahhh I wondered!
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Lenore and Icarus history plzzz? Also the three headed skull creature in the pic with Locket?
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
The tadpoles! Oh my gosh I love this
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reposted
Who is this mysterious figure? ... maybe @sphynxinks.bsky.social knows. #watercolor #sketch #furryart
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Shameless capybura mom! And the Dolly lunchbox, I love it
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Love this! Your character designs and color palettes are always so appealing.
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I will bring back the purple (actually periwinkle) goat skin Tis the season
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes! Hopefully not from Starbucks tho, boooo to them
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you! Little laser gators are awesome by default.
MariEsposeets (@mariesposeets.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks! I did actually know crocs and birds are relatively closely related. And I loves 'em both!