First in a (hopeful) small series of pieces of various animals in ballpoint. I've been wanting to get better at animal art and getting better at working from references; it's a good piece for the portfolio as well. I'm not decided on what my next animal will be next though - have any good suggestions?

Ballpoint on smooth bristol, 9''x12''. Original is for sale and I'm definitely considering making prints of this.

An Augur Buzzard, heavily referenced by this stock image: http://edgedfeather.deviantart.com/art/Congo-45-469937275 When I saw that great photo I just couldn't help but try my hand at a ballpoint version...