A moustached man, wearing shorts and a t-shirt, seated on a couch playing an acoustic guitar in a living room. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day two · ‘weave’
Manitoba Winter Standoff
Two vehicles trying to commute in opposite directions on a residential street, but the snow and other parked automobiles make it a challenge to get past each other. Of course, the sedan should relinquish, but seems unwilling to do so. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day three · ‘crown’
One Wishes for Earmuffs, Other Wishes for Mittens
Two people out in the depths of winter, not quite dressed appropriately. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day four · ‘murky’
Be Comfortable Enough in Your Own Company
A woman seated alone at a bar stool, sipping scotch. Slow down and enjoy the present moment; allow for mental adjustments. It’s a chance to savour life’s simple pleasures. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day five · ‘deer’
Vigilant Elk Wisely Keeps His Head Up
An elk (a.k.a. wapiti) buck standing at the edge of a field, close to the tree line, looking attentively towards the viewer. The name ‘wapiti’ is derived from a Shawnee and Cree word meaning “white rump”. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day six · ‘pierce’
Ready, Aim, Fire.
A man with a bow, ready to release an arrow at an archery target. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day seven · ‘starfish’
Every Lap You Swim Makes You Stronger
A swimmer pulls himself out of the pool after completing his laps. Sketch art by Don Rice.
inktober · day eight · ‘reckless’
Designed for Thrills, Not Safety
Inexperienced and helmet-hesitant young people racing electric scooters on a city sidewalk. Sketch art by Don Rice.
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