When I was working on my first book, Nature Obscura, I wrote to David Attenborough to tell him how much he inspired me, which led to me writing that book and to thank him. I never expected a hand written letter in return. It's one of my greatest treasures. Happy 100th birthday, Sir David.

Please buy one of these bundles for @figmentpudding.com ! figmentpudding.itch.io If you do, let me know, and I will draw any character you want in the frog outfit of your choice!

When I was working on my first book, Nature Obscura, I wrote to David Attenborough to tell him how much he inspired me, which led to me writing that book and to thank him. I never expected a hand written letter in return. It's one of my greatest treasures. Happy 100th birthday, Sir David.

今日はさんぽを行きました。今晩は日本語のクラスをいます。

If'n you wants to color any of the tarot cards, they're in here :3 And maybe I'll be getting back to that project

Late post, here's the #InverteFest April 2026 art book cover in full view. Species key to follow tomorrow when I'm less distracted, in the mean time feel free to guess the species lol. #Art #SciArt

I just realized my pass has expired but there's no chance in hell I'm getting the new one.

I searched my computer and found the 4gb file so I reluctantly uninstalled Chrome. I usually use Vivaldi, but my therapist's telehealth program doesn't work on Vivaldi. I guess I'll just use my tablet or phone for those appointments from now on.

子供の日!

ドラゴン大図鑑のドラゴンのうち2匹の名前を決めた！ Behemothdraco gloriosa Behemothdraco longispinus そのうち和名も考えたいね

In happier times this morning before a dog attacked me, I painted this シマエナガ, Japanese long-tailed tit. I rarely paint birds, but it's for a gift. Maybe I'll try more birds once in a while.

In happier times this morning before a dog attacked me, I painted this シマエナガ, Japanese long-tailed tit. I rarely paint birds, but it's for a gift. Maybe I'll try more birds once in a while.

@franzanth.bsky.social I suddenly want to get one and make a Rooster Fighter diorama in my front yard

wish I had more time to sketch stuff in even more styles for #InverteFest day1 - @ianfay.bsky.social day2 - @minouette.bsky.social day3 - @thefuzzyslug.bsky.social day4 - @lordsovorn.bsky.social day5 - @beetlemoses.bsky.social day6 - @pikaole.bsky.social day7 - @ascalaphid.com

Find me all weekend at the Sierra Madre Art Fair at Sierra Madre Memorial Park! Snag my new Punch Nazis poster available for the first time!

I read an article in the Seattle Times about this weekend's upcoming sunny weather and how Seattleites would be out basking in the sun and I was like, have you ever met a Seattleite?? Today I attended an event in a park, big open sunny area and EVERY SINGLE blanket was set up in shade under a tree 😂

Nothing like walking my usual route through the park only to come around a bend on the trail and find a guy carrying a long stick and violently punching imaginary people. I turned around and went back the way I came.

Writers and artists love using cephalopods as inspiration for horror based creatures, but look at this sea star! Diversify your invert horror you cowards! #Invertebrates

I've noticed a new trend of cars with flashing brake lights and and I hate it. Is it even legal? Flashing lights triggers my sensory overload and being stuck behind a car with constant flashing isn't nice. I try to avoid but sometimes it's impossible.

雪解けの時期にだけ現れる好雪性粘菌。その中でもとびきり美しいのを観察してきました。ただし野外で見つけたものは昨日の嵐でだいぶ傷んでしまっていたのでこの個体はキープしていただいたものです。惑星が並んでるみたいです。 ルリホコリ属の一種

I'm so chuffed to be a part of this anthology, which is jam-packed with incredible writing and art. Truly, I can't thank @franzanth.bsky.social and @saimihanma.bsky.social enough for all the work and care they poured into this extended love letter to invertebrates, past and present! #InverteFest

Today is the final day of our spring #InverteFest! Keep sharing your invertebrates until the end of the day. It's gotten sunny and warm in Seattle and over the last couple days I've seen a lot of painted lady butterflies. Looks like it might be an explosion year. Here are older photo of one.

Three more enamel pin friends before #InverteFest ends

It may be the last day of #Invertefest but it's not too late to get you one of these octopus sun catchers for 20% off during my #MothersDay sale, no coupon code needed! Link: alaskanime.etsy.com/listing/4494776430/octopus-sun-catcher-prism-window-decor

I was inspired by the macro photos I took of a cabbage looper and this miniature pixie cup land :) #InverteFest

Ahh it's not too late! Last day of #InverteFest this month. I've been swamped, but I wanted to get in here if I could with some of the invertebrates (and a toad) I illustrated last year for BLM interpretive signs based around a southeast Oregon desert pond, a small oasis. #SciArt 🎨 🦋🐝

Another #InverteFest is coming to an end... here's a flashback to our last big cicada outbreak in 2024. Caught one emerging & then after it had "cooked" awhile and was ready for action. The sound of the cicadas singing was truly spectacular. A constant hymn for several weeks. Fascinating creatures.

Just a Very Normal Bee for #WorldRobberFlyDay #InverteFest

Today is the final day of our spring #InverteFest! Keep sharing your invertebrates until the end of the day. It's gotten sunny and warm in Seattle and over the last couple days I've seen a lot of painted lady butterflies. Looks like it might be an explosion year. Here are older photo of one.

Cradily statue for #InverteFest (posting this today because they're uploading Armaldo tomorrow)

I missed most of this #Invertefest for various reasons that include 20cm of snow on Friday, but I DID have people over with the Schmidt Ocean divestreams on for ~soothing background ambiance~ i.e. I made everyone sit down and shut up to watch when this seven-arm octopus eating a jellyfish appeared

For any of my fellow writers tired of AI in your word processor, I'm happy I went with Ellipsus because they use no AI and from this latest survey, the users massively abhor AI as well. 97.8% avoid any AI content and 99.5% think we have a right to know if it's AI. ellipsus.com/blog/survey-...

This little marsh fly in the genus dictya is one of my favorite spring insects. I like their flat faces and freckly patterns. Throwback to last spring, this week has been cold and damp. #InverteFest

Some beetle squeaks for you! If you listen carefully, this beetle is making a squeaking sound by rubbing its wings against its abdomen. It’s not happy with being picked up. #invertefest (Veturius sp.?) Cotacachi, Ecuador

Busting out my cards for the final day of #InverteFest

centiskorch and vibrava art, in time for #InverteFest

I love all of my children, but this particular trio of enamel pins featuring intertidal habitats and creatures might be my favorite. #InverteFest

Important #InverteFest artwork

I got the new worm!! It's exciting Pokemon Go released a new invertebrate Pokemon during #InverteFest.

Two days left for this #InverteFest so BRING OUT YOUR BUGS! And all other invertebrates too. Here are a few more bugs from my yard over the last few years.

you ain't ready for this much BEEFly #InverteFest #pokemon

This is why #InverteFest is exists.

Fun dragonfly photo for #InverteFest! Not sure of the type? (Southeastern US)

My #InverteFest offering for today is Pachycoris fabricii, Chinche joya 🖤 All of the flora & fauna in my work are based on species here in PR/Caribbean: destinytoro.com #ArtSky #illustration #NatureArt #NoAI

I can't explain how I only today realized there's no 'i' in explanation. I just spent ten minutes reading through dictionary entries online because I thought spellcheck and the internet were gaslighting me. Explain Explanation lost the 'i'

Two days left for this #InverteFest so BRING OUT YOUR BUGS! And all other invertebrates too. Here are a few more bugs from my yard over the last few years.

Black Swallowtail caterpillar on flat leaf Italian parsley. No... really. They love parsley. #InverteFest

Had to climb the kitchen counter and cabinets this morning to retrieve a handsome yellow #spider on the ceiling before it decided to repel into my coffee. This is why I do yoga and weight training. 🕷️ #InverteFest

CUTIEBUFF

White-jawed jumping spider waiting to pounce #InverteFest