Bird Strips

Here’s some cute out-of-context drawings from this month’s Patreon post! 1. When you molt so hard your whole tail falls off and you’ve got a teddy bear butt 2. Dancing like nobody’s watching (because all the lights are off) 3. If Princess had an insta… instagr.am/p/CkZgaCevlfL/

🔥You’re a Natural🔥 Is there anything you’ve always been pretty good at? I’m asking because I’m brainstorming ways to rally behind myself as an artist, and I’d love to hear your perspective. Can you think of a time you were supported in developing … instagr.am/p/Ch8_DJ8Oi6H/

It’s Cheddar Cheese! She’s escaped to the field and is frolicking in the dandelions. What a brat! Look at her, she’s thrilled 🤣 I painted this for a local art show with the theme “Fur and Feathers” and it really brightened my day 😊 If you’re looki… instagr.am/p/Cgk0vGAuTM0/

You’re my dearest darling. Looking through old files, I found this valentine from 2020 that didn’t make the cut 🤣 The long lost seventh member of the band. instagr.am/p/CcTG2X9J85M/

I have a PO Box now! If you’ve ever wished you could send me something in the mail, well, now you can!! ✨🐦✨ Send to: Birdstrips PO Box 2161 100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 Canada instagr.am/p/Cb1AWkBJa2b/

Feels good to draw birds again! One of my favourite sketches from this month’s Patreon post 😆 instagr.am/p/Cby_1bzOxrX/

Seeking art that doesn’t need anything from me. I’ve been nervous to make birds again. We’ve all changed so much in the last couple of years, haven’t we? I’ve been hibernating I think. I’ve also been scared that I don’t fit anymore into this thing I b… instagr.am/p/CbOaS2GFm7Y/

Life after rooster. Almost a year ago, I got rid of the Rudy the rude rooster (spoiler for the tender-hearted: I didn't kill him, despite his multiple attempts on my own life haha). Here's what life's been like since! I told the end of the story this … instagr.am/p/Cah9KuBpjn3/

Interesting Places I’ve been working really hard these last two weeks coming up with paintings for a solo show in February! Here are some of them. I’m really pleased so far. If you want to see how I painted these and hear a little bit about why (and wh… instagr.am/p/CZX4OQiFxXO/

Not enough french fries!!!!!!! Inspired by @emilypowellstudio, I painted this one in batches - all the bodies at once, all the wings, all the eyes. When I stepped back it had character all of its own! I think the eyebrows were a pivotal choice 😆 ✨ … instagr.am/p/CXCQg1BhGZx/

I was feeling stuck today, so I took a few minutes to brainstorm some joyful memories. I ended up painting this! The kids on the tube took me a few hours to paint, and it grew out of seeds planted in the practice workshops I’ve been doing to prepare for… instagr.am/p/CTZCofgHrmA/

I'm so excited to host this workshop this weekend!! What: Spend 60 minutes with me exploring joyful memories with colour. Birds optional. ✨ No art skills or experience necessary ✨ When: Saturday, Sept 4th at 9AM PDT How much: $10 USD (FREE for Pa… instagr.am/p/CTTIJP8J3rD/

Fancy taking a dust bath. I never would have guessed how many shapes chickens can be and this is one of the weirdest 😆 instagr.am/p/CTA-kNSJkgm/

I’ve been holding myself back. I’m the one who gets the paint on sale, buys slightly-stained-but-still-good fabric at the thrift store, and hunts for yarn on facebook marketplace. Buying second hand supplies to reduce waste and cost (or for the thrill … instagr.am/p/CSfnZ8Dlz85/

A few of my favourite (unrelated) drawings from Patreon. 1. “If I want a bigger, more expansive life, I have to let more of myself in” 2. One cool chicken 3. Sick chicken (she’s fine now) 4. Heat wave vibes 5. “I wonder why I can’t make any art?” I’ve … instagr.am/p/CScvRplBoUq/

Hi. I've been worried about you overheating so here I am with bossy bossy tips. Blackout your windows. All of them. If you got aluminum foil put it shiny side out and then something like cardboard behind that and then a blanket or towels over that. You want it DARK in your place

Just wanted to pop in and share this little burst of cheerfulness. The chickens are out!! Inspired by a paint-along with @emilypowellstudio (which you can still find in her profile on her IGTV - very much recommend )! So much of this exercise is letti… instagr.am/p/CQmpgWOh3mg/

Chickens are like unfinished projects: if you’re not careful they’ll take everything you have 😆😅 Join my Patreon to read the rest of this little comic 🙌✨ I really enjoyed drawing this one because it’s getting mucky in the chicken run and this visua… instagr.am/p/CM-gH3eFdnk/

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This and that I've finally chosen a new home, but when I see my hometown lake in photos I still feel the familiar pang. THIS will never be THAT, but it's many, many other things that are good and right.