Work samples

  • Sky Fox (2020)
    Sky Fox (2020)
    The Fox as a symbol for harnessing creativity. Creativity itself being represented by fire and the Sun.
  • Sloth Saint (2020)
    Sloth Saint (2020)
    The Sloth, the animal that takes the "chill" mentality to new heights. Saintly god-tier heights. Watching a sloth's slow deliberate moves is calming to me. I wonder if they know something about the universe that us humans don't.
  • Hyena Misunderstood (2020)
    Hyena Misunderstood (2020)
    Hyenas are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. But they're just different. They're not our definition of majestic and strong. And since hyenas don't stack up to our definitions of beauty and behavior, they actually thrive. Unlike a lot of African animals they are NOT on the endangered species list.
  • Grizzly Keystone (2020)
    Grizzly Keystone (2020)
    The great Grizzly bear of the northwest is truly PART OF the northwest. They are a keystone species to the land. The fish carcasses they leave behind nourish the soil and support the forest overall.

About Lynne

Howard County

I draw animals. Sometimes as  portraits. Sometimes in a  fantastic way. The natural world is a magical place.---

For most of my life I have lived in central Maryland. I began to draw in childhood like a lot of artists using self-taught skills. Later I received a more formal education at the Pennsylvania State University where I earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrative Arts(2002). I also earned a Masters of Fine Art degree in Illustration at the Savannah College of Art… more
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Animals 2020

Artwork made in 2020.
  • Sky Fox (2020)
    Sky Fox (2020)
    The Fox as a symbol for harnessing creativity. Creativity itself being represented by fire and the Sun.
  • Sloth Saint (2020)
    Sloth Saint (2020)
    The Sloth, the animal that takes the "chill" mentality to new heights. Saintly god-tier heights. Watching a sloth's slow deliberate moves is calming to me. I wonder if they know something about the universe that us humans don't.
  • Hyena Misunderstood (2020)
    Hyena Misunderstood (2020)
    Hyenas are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. But they're just different. They're not our definition of majestic and strong. And since hyenas don't stack up to our definitions of beauty and behavior, they actually thrive. Unlike a lot of African animals they are NOT on the endangered species list.
  • Grizzly Keystone (2020)
    Grizzly Keystone (2020)
    The great Grizzly bear of the northwest is truly PART OF the northwest. They are a keystone species to the land. The fish carcasses they leave behind nourish the soil and support the forest overall.
  • Blue Heron 1
    Blue Heron 1
    The Blue Heron. A portrait. Its race and beauty.
  • Panda Eats Bamboo
    Panda Eats Bamboo
    The Great Panda who eats hard bamboo like celery.
  • Lion DEC 29 2020
    Lion DEC 29 2020
    A portrait of a lion in all his glory. I've made a lot of portraits of lions so I just label them with the date created.
  • White Bison (2020)
    White Bison (2020)
    The White Bison. A portrait of the sacred animal.

Animals 2018 - 2019

Artwork created between 2018 and 2019.

Ongoing project to portray animals either in and intimate fashion or a magical, mystical fashion.
  • Grizzly Smelling Salmon (2019)
    Grizzly Smelling Salmon (2019)
    Grizzly Smelling Salmon
  • Foxtail (2019)
    Foxtail (2019)
    Fox meditating on a cushion
  • Baby Emperor Penguin 2019
    Baby Emperor Penguin 2019
    Baby Emperor Penguin (2019)
  • Chimp 1 (2019)
    Chimp 1 (2019)
    Portrait of a Chimpanzee
  • Zebra 1 (2019)
    Zebra 1 (2019)
    Portrait of a Zebra
  • Lioncloud (2019)
    Lioncloud (2019)
    Lioncloud - Lion of starfire floating on a cloud.
  • Turtle of the Sea (2019)
    Turtle of the Sea (2019)
    Sea Turtle with a coral reef on its back.
  • Turtle of the Land (2019)
    Turtle of the Land (2019)
    Turtle with a forest on its back.

Animals By Element

Animal images inspired by the classical elements of water, earth, air.
  • Owl 3
    Owl 3
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Cardinal 1
    Cardinal 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Eagle 1
    Eagle 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Dolphins 1
    Dolphins 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Seahorses
    Seahorses
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Blue Crab
    Blue Crab
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Elephant 2
    Elephant 2
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Buffalo 1
    Buffalo 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Ram 1
    Ram 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.
  • Squirrel 1
    Squirrel 1
    Part of a series of animal illustrations that represent the classical elements of earth, air, water.

2013

Images completed in 2013
  • Suburban Deer 1
    Suburban Deer 1
    A series of images paying homage to the deer that live among us.
  • The Fox (sun)
    The Fox (sun)
    Image created for the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts fundraiser gala. The Fox is clever and creative like lawyers.
  • The Owl (moon)
    The Owl (moon)
    Image created for the Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts fundraiser gala. The Owl is wise like experienced lawyers should be.
  • Suburban Deer 6
    Suburban Deer 6
    A series of images paying homage to the deer that live among us.
  • Suburban Deer 5
    Suburban Deer 5
    A series of images paying homage to the deer that live among us.
  • Suburban Deer 4
    Suburban Deer 4
    A series of images paying homage to the deer that live among us.
  • Suburban Deer 3
    Suburban Deer 3
    A series of images paying homage to the deer that live among us.
  • The Bicentennial Man
    The Bicentennial Man
    Image based off of the short story by Isaac Asimov. What does it mean to be free? What does it mean to truly be human?

2012

Images Completed in 2012.
  • The Tortoise
    The Tortoise
    Inspired by the tale of The Tortoise & the Hare.
  • The Hare
    The Hare
    Inspired by the tale of The Tortoise & the Hare.
  • Kaleidescope
    Kaleidescope
    Inspired by the Ray Bradbury short story.
  • The Last Samurai
    The Last Samurai
    A poster design inspired by the film.
  • The Heat
    The Heat
    Part of a duo depicting winter and summer as brothers.
  • The Cold
    The Cold
    Part of a duo depicting winter and summer as brothers.
  • True North
    True North
    Illustration inspired by the search for one's own purpose or calling.
  • Guiding Heart
    Guiding Heart
    Illustration inspired by the search for one's own purpose or calling.
  • Deer Man 1(Summer)
    Deer Man 1(Summer)
    Illustration of a summer shaman and protector of nature.
  • Buffalo Man 1(Winter)
    Buffalo Man 1(Winter)
    Illustration of a winter shaman and protector of nature.