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JC Amberlyn
@jamberlyn.bsky.social
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Artist, author of nine how-to-draw books, photographer, animal and nature aficionado. Transformers/anime/cartoon geek. She/her.
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funhouseradio.bsky.social
“One thing about us humans is that, wherever we go, we produce a lot of trash,”
#weird #animals #ecology #biology
www.scientificamerican.com/article/racc...
City Raccoons Are Evolving to Look More Like Pets
City-dwelling raccoons seem to be evolving a shorter snout—a telltale feature of our pets and other domesticated animals
www.scientificamerican.com
November 15, 2025 at 3:32 PM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Here, have some engagement.
Yes, I still exist! Just busy caregiving and trying to find hope and motivation in today's world. Also need more income, lol. Trying to get the gumption to post more often. Maybe have some art to post next.
Hope ya'll are well.
November 13, 2025 at 2:08 AM
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bedupolker.bsky.social
Not all pollinators are bees... but many still steal the yellow and black striped look.
A two panel comic with no dialogue. The first panel features a shaky nervous hoverfly, a type of fly that's yellow with black stripes like a bee, standing in a line only filled with other honeybees. One bee stands in front like a bouncer. Panel 2 is a closeup of the hoverfly holding out an ID that is clearly fake, as the picture is that of a bee.
August 4, 2025 at 2:48 AM
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shimi.bsky.social
Hey There Little One
hey there. little one. i’ve been trailing your scent through the wasteland for days. don’t run. i’m not here to hurt you. i’m here to tell you—you’re not wrong. all your life you’ve twitched at shadows, felt eyes where there were none, ached like something was missing just under your skin. they called it dreaming. they called it madness. but i’ve seen it. i’ve seen you. and you’re real. not some soft mistake. not a too-bright child who never learned to settle. you are claws. you are hunger. you are song written in wet leaves and dirt. you are what came before language. don’t you remember? when you used to listen with your whole body? when you could read the sky like scripture? when sleep came only after circling down, nose to tail, heart to moss? you used to know these things. before they taught you to be still. before they filed your teeth and stuffed your mouth with plastic. before the quiet got so loud you forgot how to feel. but i didn’t forget you. and you didn’t lose it. it’s all still inside— the instinct, the kin-sense, the aching need to run without name or reason. the snarl that isn’t anger but love with no words. you’ve tried to play nice. tried to keep your head down, your tail tucked. but i see you. i see what’s under the mask. the beast that paces. the soft creature still watching the trees for a signal. for a friend. for a way home. listen. this world isn’t safe. but it was never meant to be. we weren’t made for steel boxes and lonely kitchens. we were meant for packs. for muddy paws and rib-warmth and eyes that say i know you. i don’t promise ease. but i promise this: you are not alone. you were never alone. so rise. panting, blinking, wild with grief— but rise. and when the night presses in, don’t whisper. howl. howl into the void until something howls back. and then run to it. run to the ones who remember. run like your name depends on it. because it does. i’ve waited so long. we all have come back. come through. come home. — Shimi & Critter
July 8, 2025 at 12:24 AM
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rebeccanaturalist.bsky.social
My latest article goes into the kneejerk "kill it with fire/shoot it/etc." response that too many people have to #wildlife that are just minding their own business, instead of looking to more benign ways to deal with them. rebeccalexa.com/kill-it-with... #animals #nature #ecology #conservation 🌿
Kill it With Fire: On Wildlife Scapegoats - Rebecca Lexa, Naturalist
If you’ve ever seen a photo of a spider and responded “KILL IT WITH FIRE!!!!!”, or responded to a picture… Read more Kill it With Fire: On Wildlife Scapegoats
rebeccalexa.com
July 30, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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ani-obsessive.bsky.social
Storyboard art for The Secret of NIMH (1982), dir. Don Bluth, Don Bluth Productions

Sketches by Don Bluth, paint by unknown artists
July 17, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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Got a new computer recently (spiffy HP Omen-OMG those gamer LED lights, I love (I am easily amused))
Somehow got a free #Corel #Painter Essentials + #Paintshop Pro with it, so installed those. This is the result of playing around with the programs last night.
#Rusty the Red #Fox #digitalart #sketch
Digital art sketch in Corel Painter Essentials 8 of Rusty the Red Fox pup. I used to love painting with Painter, apparently still do.
July 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
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bettyjiang.bsky.social
Siren
July 11, 2025 at 5:54 PM
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parsleydraws.bsky.social
coyo-tea
#traditionalart #canines #coyote
Description: A tiny coyote in a teacup. Below the teacup is text reading “coyo-tea.” Materials: micron pens, posca paint markers, white gel pen. Commentary: Sorry I had to (draw this pun).
June 2, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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erinhansonartist.bsky.social
Crystalline light filters through the oak tree in this impressively large oil painting of the Texas Hill Country. The brush strokes are thick and impressionistic, conveying a sense of movement throughout the painting.

Crystal Hues
Original Oil Painting
by Erin Hanson, 2020
60 x 96 in

#natureart
Crystal Hues Original Oil Painting by Erin Hanson, 2020 60 x 96 in About the Painting Crystalline light filters through the oak tree in this impressively large oil painting of Texas hill country. The brush strokes are thick and impressionistic, conveying a sense of movement throughout the painting. The colors vibrate with intensity, capturing the beauty of the wide outdoors. https://www.erinhanson.com/portfolio/crystal-hues
July 9, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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fossilforager.bsky.social
A lil tribute to the kelp forests along the California coast 🌊✨
An illustration featuring a leopard shark, bat ray, and the California state marine fish: the garibaldi. They are swimming next to giant kelp and illustrated on a vibrant blue background.
July 8, 2025 at 5:11 PM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Heya.I haven't drawn at all in far too long, so tonight I sat down +made myself #draw something. Doesn't have to be good, just has to BE. I think it's a reflection of my state of anxiety about the world these days. Yipper Coyote, I don't think a cute gesture will help- but then again, maybe it will.
Yipper Coyote raises a paw up beseechingly while looking at someone with puppy-dog eyes.
July 8, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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crevicedwelling.bsky.social
there seem to be more people to look at my bugs, please look at this one. it squeaks at you
January 16, 2025 at 3:53 AM
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homemadehorrors.bsky.social
CHARITY AUCTION:
We're offering a white ewenicorn for a quick 24hr auction, with all proceeds donated to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

This is a brand new sculpt, and is ready for you to paint, or display as is! Shares appreciated!
#art #wildfires #california #charity #sculpture #furryart
A small blue lamb sculpture lies curled in the palm of a hand. Its a soft blue colour, with crimpy wool and a curled long tail. Its expression is pleasant, a small smile with eyes closed beneath its eyelashes. A twisted unicorn horn points upward from its forehead.
January 11, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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lackadaisy.bsky.social
Chewy posted this for those in fire affected areas, in case anyone is in need of veterinary help, or is looking to donate resources.
Screen capture of a message from pet food delivery company Chewy offering free vet consultations to those in areas affected by the fires in California. Screen capture of a message from pet food delivery company Chewy listing animal care resources in fire affected areas in California. Screen capture of a message from pet food delivery company Chewy listing organizations to donate food and other resources to for those affected by the California wildfires.
January 11, 2025 at 1:21 AM
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esqueer.net
Wikipedia editors need to up their opsec. There's a full on war against any independent sources of authority and the oligarch project of taking down Wikipedia is part of it.

Donate to Wikipedia if you can. forward.com/news/686797/...
Scoop: Heritage Foundation plans to ‘identify and target’ Wikipedia editors
The conservative think tank told prospective donors that the project was part of its work to combat antisemitism.
forward.com
January 8, 2025 at 12:01 AM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
In my case, just ask the number/question you wanna know. doesn't have to be in order.
get to know me better meme
January 8, 2025 at 12:38 AM
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I have a tradition I've kept, started when I was probably 5 or 6 years old. I make the last drawing of a year just before midnight New Year's and then the first new drawing of/in the new year. (Also drawings for my birthday from age to age.) Here's this year's- Yipper and Furr #Coyote. #pencil
January 6, 2025 at 2:55 AM
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kaistarlight.bsky.social
Art doesn't have to be good.

Ever.

Just make something. You'll be better for it. What matters most is that you *did* it.

Please make something 💖
January 4, 2025 at 6:42 AM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Angelica #Jay wishing you a happy new year! #digitalart
Angelica the Steller's Jay making a V for Victory sign and winking. Digital piece (probably done in Photoshop)
January 5, 2025 at 1:24 AM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Some AI/automation can be useful when it helps people do mundane tasks-but instead so much of AI seems to be used or pushed to replace real people, art, and experience. I'm currently trying to learn sewing- I'll have to be careful when looking for real advice. 1/
www.404media.co/bobbin-tatti...
AI-Generated Book Grifters Threaten The Future of Lace-Making
“Unfortunately, for newcomers who might be excited to dive into this hobby, they could get burned by the inadequate books—and frankly the thievery—of the work of our cherished lacemakers and designers...
www.404media.co
December 30, 2024 at 8:11 PM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Stardust #Butterfly. Inspired by the Pillars of Creation nebula. I did this in #markers for my Mom to look at in the hospital during her double lung transplant 2 years ago. Speaking of which, prayers and well-wishes for her are appreciated as she isn't feeling very good right now.
A cosmic stardust butterfly depicted in a starry sky and inspired by the Pillars of Creation nebula. Markers on bristol board.
December 30, 2024 at 4:06 AM
jamberlyn.bsky.social
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Or just have a wonderful day <3
Part of a card I did recently for a family friend who lives in Northern California along the coast, thus there is a #blacktail #deer and some #bananaslugs (if you look closely). #markers
Blacktail deer juggles a present. In markers.
December 25, 2024 at 7:54 PM
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Have some whimsy-my half puffin, half #gryphon creature, which I call a "Puphon". I tried to see puffins in the wild visiting #BassRock in Scotland one year, but missed them by a week, d'oh. Speaking of Bass Rock, I did this #puffin and Northern #Gannet art afterwards. Amazing place. #digitalart
Puphons- my "Puffin" inspired gryphon, half gryphon, half puffin. All whimsical. Digital illustration.
December 23, 2024 at 10:05 PM