I began thinking about this snake and what it would look like several days before I attempted to sketch it out. And I have to say this is, by far, one of the hardest things I've ever done!
But I think the hard work and studying paid off because...
I LOVE IT!
This is dedicated to the lovely #Steemit member @poetrysnake
Bibi has been an inspiration through her art, tutorials, and stories. Her presence on the Steemit platform is consistent and she's so engaged with her followers. BONUS We've got so much in common between writing, art, humor, and a deep, dark side which we try to keep at bay. She's an absolute gem!
So, if you follow me, consider hitting the follow button on her too. She's like my cosmic sister...and I've got a growing number of them! Where have you been all my life? LOL
So jumping on the hashtag wagon, Bibi, this is your #nameinlights and Celtic snake is dedicated to you.
- #nameinlights was started by @williambanks as a way to promote one's followers and help build their audience in an organic way - through recommendations by the community for the community.
My graph paper barely survived all of the erasures because I didn't like any of the shapes and designs I'd originally drawn. And then it hit me...
Celtic knots!
It's not like I've drawn Celtic knots before -- EVER
So, I studied them for a day and figured out it's a weaving technique, only on paper.
Then I had to decide if I was going to stick with the same type of knot.
Maybe I should take a picture of my arm to verify it's me and my work because I've got pen marks all over myself. Seriously, how the heck does this happen?
Anyway, I spent the entire morning drawing, erasing, and then retracing with pen.
The entire time I was saying "Over. Under. Over. Under...fuck, I messed up. :: erase | erase | erase :: Over. Under. Over..."
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