“When the factory gets the steam up and things begin to
happen, the worker becomes hooked. Also, as skills are learned,
techniques defined, and directions
found, the place begins to look like a perpetual motion machine.” ~
Robert Genn ~ From Robert Genn’s Twice Weekly Letters, circa 2008
Day 89 ~ SE-89-25
“An art factory is a place where unmarked supports enter
on one side, become caressed with the physical manifestation of human
imagination, and are subsequently pushed out the other side. Whether
these modified supports are commercially destined or not, it’s a process
that needs to take place.” ~ Robert Genn ~ From Robert Genn’s Twice Weekly Letters, circa 2008 
Day 88 ~ SE-88-25
“The purpose of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is to protect a dynamic tidewater glacial landscape and associated natural successional processes for science and accessible discovery in a wilderness setting. Covering 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, a temperate rainforest, wild coastlines, and deep sheltered fjords. Glacier Bay National Park is known as Homeland to several Native American tribes, and is a highlight of Alaska's Inside Passage. From sea to summit, Glacier Bay offers limitless opportunities for adventure and inspiration.” ~ NPS I didn't have an original line drawing grid copy of this park, so I redrew it today. I colored in my first two master copies, lol. I've become more organized and efficient as I've added pieces to this series.
"Big Bend National Park is located in Southwest Texas, a considerable distance from cities and transportation hubs. The park's varied habitats support an amazing variety of wildlife, including 11 species of amphibians, 56 species of reptiles, 40 species of fish, 75 species of mammals, more than 450 species of birds, and about 3,600 species of insects.” ~ NPS
Day 78 ~ SE-78-25
Grand Teton National Park is located within the Jackson Hole valley in northwestern Wyoming. Ten miles south of Yellowstone, it is much smaller, about one-seventh the size of Yellowstone Park. A diverse variety of mountain terrain and captivating wildlife can be observed and enjoyed here, on foot or in a car. There is a 42-mile scenic loop of its breathtaking scenery which can be completed in about two hours.
"Acadia National Park may appear small on a map, but the park encompasses nearly 50,000 acres along the Atlantic Coastline of Maine, including Mount Desert Island, Schoodic Peninsula, Isle au Haut, and other outer islands. 60 miles of coastline, 33 miles of scenic motor roads, 45 miles of carriage roads, and more than 150 miles of hiking trails provide numerous ways to explore the park."
Day 73 ~ SE-73-25
The Pinelands National Reserve is the largest forested area on the Eastern Seaboard between Maine and the Florida Everglades. The New Jersey Pine Barrens is the “ecological” term that describes the unique, beautiful and fascinating ecosystem and natural treasure that covers most of southern New Jersey.
“Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning five major rivers. Subalpine wildflower meadows ring the icy volcano
while ancient forest cloaks Mount Rainier’s lower slopes.
Wildlife abounds in the park’s ecosystems.“ 
Day 67 ~ SE-67-25
“Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.” ~ Jimmy Carter This is the underlying line drawing for my next grid drawing of my 2026 Calendar sketches.
Day 59 ~ SE-59-25
“I sometimes think there is nothing so delightful as drawing.” ~ Vincent van Gogh Working from my old sketchbooks brings a wealth of reference material and inspiration.
Day 38 ~ SE-38-25
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"The ability to draw from life determines the artist's skill.This is why live drawing classes have always been at the top of the curriculum for properly structured academic workshops."~ Igor Babailov “Drawing from photos is all well and good, but we also need to draw from life, because our brains process 2D and 3D information differently. Just like a musician practices the same piece of music over and over, if you want to improve as a fine artist, you must train in the same way.” ~ Sandy Sandy
See photos of my roly-poly subject and more about drawing from life here: https://www.sketchingeveryday.com/2021/06/everybuddy-needs-buddy.html
Learn how I do 2 minute gesture drawings in pencil from life here: https://www.learnlovecreate.com/drawing-lessons.html
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