This cactus is really called 'Old Man' cactus. The spines on it are quite long giving it an interesting 'old man' appearance.I did this when I was first becoming so fascinated with cacti.
It is done on tan paper with green colored pencil and white gel pen.
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26 comments:
What a funny guy!
I also used a white gel pen in mine.......
HCM!!!!
I love this sketch. I used to have one of these cactus. I really must find one of those white gel pens. I like the result here. HCM
That is a very cool cactus!
I love this piece Teri... been contemplating this "Old Man" for awhile and considering it for a piece.
You are an inspiration! Wonderful...
Have a HCM and a wonderful week!
The exhibit for SPIVA is done, opens Friday and will post on the blog soon.
Great piece Teri, happy Cactus monday!
I love it- it speaks to me!
it is one of my all time favorites from all that you have shown!
nice one teri, the white really stands out on the brown paper. I love the old man cactus, Bella sinclair first alerted me to it, when I was needle felting a cactus (cause its hairy). Maybe I need to take a visit to the plant shop and replace a few of my dead cactuses...
this is so COOL!!! as is your zentangle!! go Teri!
Neat cactus and such a cool drawing.
Sandy
It looks just like my husband! Love it!!!!
That's a great piece of work! I had no idea there was a cactus like that. Have a wonderful Monday!
Oh yes, I love how the white gel shows up on tan paper. It looks like that Old Man is soaking up some beautiful morning sunshine. Happy Cactus Day!
Great cacti, Teri! Love the way the gel pen shows up on the tan.
tee hee what a funny fella. hcm chair cactuteer.
Nice piece...he has a certain elegance and wisdom about him...HCM!
that's a very lovely sketch. I like the white spines.
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This is so cute. Well done Teri.
Love your Old Man, Teri...that white ink always looks so cool!!! You know, my SIL brought me that Prickly Pear tea back from a vacation she went on...not sure where she found it, but it tastes very good!!!
Truly inspiring, not abstract at all. Very beautifully done!
I love the white and green colour combination here. Can I request for a duplicate copy Teri!
Terri,
You are always so wise, and do such beautiful work! Kudos!!!
I wish you lived here, so I could just run right over with tea, and spill my guts out!
thank God for good friends.
Thanx
for being there
thank you so much for the encouragement Teri. I am looking forward for the next Cactus Monday already :)
O my goodness! What a great reminder of this cactus - one of my "old" favorites from my long gone years living in the desert. These guys are quite impressive in person! Just love the sketch.
This is SO gorgeous! I love the unusual images you share here. Things I never get to see, but I love. I look forward to getting out to the desert soon, and I'm sure I'll be reminded of your cards.
Lovely cactus!
he'd have to shave before he gets a smooch from me!!
I love the effects of brown paper. Awesome!!
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