The Brahman Beauties

I have been on a bird kick for a few months and decided to take a short detour to make sure I don’t forget how to draw hair and fur.

This time, I started with Strathmore 400 Series Flannel White

Sketch has been laid (4 hours). I started using the grid method to “expand my capabilities” but near the beginning decided to scrap it and just do what I do. Not that I am lazy, but it was taking longer than what I am used to doing

09-25-2026

off to a good start (1.5 hours). In person, the nose is already looking lifelike

09-26-2026

Started adding the white

update 09-27-2026

challenge getting this hair texture right (1.5 hours)

09-28-2026