Bugs Galore...new cards!

Line drawing of dragonfly.

Line drawing of dragonfly.

I completed four insect drawings - two each of dragonflies and butterflies. I then traced each one in order to transfer them to the linoleum blocks for carving.

I completed four insect drawings - two each of dragonflies and butterflies. I then traced each one in order to transfer them to the linoleum blocks for carving.

Carving one of the dragonflies.

Carving one of the dragonflies.

Printing one of the dragonflies. I printed the dragonflies on a teal colored mat. I printed the butterflies on a warm orange hue.

Printing one of the dragonflies. I printed the dragonflies on a teal colored mat. I printed the butterflies on a warm orange hue.

I was pleased with the completed suite of cards. Reach out to friends or family with a handmade greeting card - the best way to stay in touch!

I spent time working in our gardens during the summer. Insects were abundant; particularly the butterflies and dragonflies. I printed new cards based on these inspiring creatures.

Line drawing of Monarch butterfly.

Line drawing of Monarch butterfly.

Carving the Monarch butterfly.

Carving the Monarch butterfly.

Once all four blocks were carved; I then printed them on Lettra paper.

Printing the Buckeye butterfly.

Printing the Buckeye butterfly.

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