This sketch was started by Paul Lewis and detail work by myself. Paul is very good at proportions and getting a good likeness quickly and I enjoy the detail, so Paul and I have embarked on working together on some pieces.
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Wording on back of card... A black and white sketch of an elephant. In the background there is writing but it is blurred and unreadable... His memory is never erased... Some Elephant Facts: There are two types of elephant, African and Asian Elephant and they are distinguable by their ears. African elephants...
Wording on back of card... A shiny silky mushroom with a pearl like centre, this one was found in the Andasibe Rainforest in Madagascar. What beautiful details... Mushroom Facts: They are from the Fungi family. They have tons of potassium in them, just one has more than a banana. They are closer to animals...
Wording on back of card... A slightly eaten green leaf rests on human hands, a bright red beetle, with a very long black neck in the shape of a forklift, is on the leaf. Some facts: They are from the beetle family. The male has a neck 2 to 3 times longer than the female's neck. They do not sting or bite...
Words on the back of the card First bred in 1895 from the Bulldog and the Terrier. Their temperament is friendly, intelligent, lively, and they are easy to groom... They enjoy their family, get along well with children, the elderly, or other pets. They originate from the United States of America and...
Wording on back of card... A lone zebra stands on top of the hill, looking proudly to his right... You will see, if you look carefully, urban life on the far right. Consider how your uniqueness can fit in and look out for the uniqueness of others, appreciating those you will spend the day with... Consider...
Wording on back of card... This Madagascan Chameleon was photographed in the Andasibe Rain Forest in Madagascar. A bright green body with tiny round designs on the skin, unique and beautifully designed. This chap changes the structure of his skin to alter the way light reflects, with the effect of changing...
Wording on back of card... A Pearl Spotted Owl found in Sub Saharan Africa. This picture was taken in the Kruger National Park, South Africa. This one is intently examining the neighbourhood for his next meal. His full attention is fixed on the project at hand. These guys teach me to stay focussed and...
Wording on back of card... Driving along on the Madagascar's main roads known as Route Nationale, you get the most beautifully unexpected sites, like these Madagascan Zebu strolling along the central reservation. This beautiful country will leave you questioning how materialism at the expense of the...
Wording on back of card... Journeying together is a coming home... A herd of horses is making its way back to their stables at twilight. They choose to walk through the pond with a few stopping for a roll, enjoying a little bit of horse heaven. The horses of various shades seem to be enjoying their family...
Words on back of Card... This has two options. Option 1 King Charles Spaniel Also known as the toy spaniel, thought to have originated from East Asia. They were bred with the pug in the early 1900 century to reduce the nose. Their colouring is Black & Tan, Blenheim (chestnut markings on a white background),...
Wording on back of card... The water is shimmering with a delicate light, inviting quiet observation with a still presence... A lone fisherman is in a small boat, he has just cast out and now he must wait... Cast your bread upon the waters, you never know what will come back, nor when... Ecclesiastes...
Wording on back of card... A muddied path turns a corner and twilight settles the day. When you are walking through muddied times keep your hope alight and keep going till you are around the corner... This reminds me that hope is not to be found in my circumstances nor in what I can see, but in the love...
Emptied by the mirage of another worlds hollow promises; Surrounded by the horizon of eternities shores; Drops of rainbow essence drove down the seeds of hope and promise. The winds of tools, techniques & betterments battered and bound me to another's world's hollow promise. The cracks appeared on the...
Wording on back of card... A blueish and orange sunset reflects upon the sea, clouds paint skid marks of promise and a call to awaken stirs within... The vast ocean, with its constant activity yet beautiful restful moments, awakens in me a remembrance, a promise of an abundant life and a true hope, greater...
Stay on Track Keep going... Keep looking up Keep looking ahead... Know that there is light ahead... Know that it will become clear the closer you get! Know that through it all and in it all, LOVE will make a way... 1 Corinthians 13:13 And now these three remain: Faith, hope and love. But the greatest...
Wording on back of card... A quiet, restful pond with a variety of birds. A couple of swans glides near the lake side and evening light offers a soft, Raphaelite atmosphere. This picture reminds me of the beauty of sharing and the wisdom within rest... Location: Waverley Abbey House in Farnham, Surrey....
Wording on back of card... A graceful swan lightens and brightens, bringing additional beauty to its surrounding habitat. You are precious and unique... Others are precious and unique... Life is precious and yours is unique... Let the light you receive pass through... Card Size: Square 5.5" x 5.5" (14...
Wording on back of card... This is a Sifakas Lemur... Found in Madagascar, they are beautiful creatures with a sweet gentle presence. This chap was photographed in the Andasibe Rain Forest. If you listen carefully, you will hear the sounds of whistling beetles and insects galore, wind in high trees and...
Winter s Wonders As the winter approaches and the season of rest arrives... The winds blow, the leaves fall, darkness is more abundant... Little ones tuckle undercover wherever they can, and big ones too... The gift of winter draws us inside more often... Inside draws us outside to country walks... Walks...
Wording on back of card... A close up shot of the hand of a Sifakas Lemur - perfectly designed to suit his environment. Card Size: Landscape 7"x 5" (18 x 13cm) - Blank Inside Back Front
Wording on back of card... A Sifakas Lemur in the wild... This species has a dark face, a bright white furry hood, dark grey ears and a dark chestnut chest. Sifakas Facts and Design Features: They come from Madagascar. These chaps are fully vegetarian, eating about 100 different plants. They forage and...
Wording on back of card... The Master Artist has constructed another unique sunset, oranges, yellows, pinks, pale greys and dark blues. A ship is on the horizon, the vessel is midway and the angle of the ship hints at its homecoming. Those on shore are currently hidden from view but not from heart and...
Words on the Back... A Seasons Greeting As the winter approaches, autumn takes its instructions... It whispers a bright yellow farewell to the summer, and issues an amber promise to the crisp, short, cold days ahead. Green gives the go for some little ones to stay and make a home... I will be back again,...
Wording on back of card... This prehistoric looking lizard is found on around 35 islands. Seven of the islands are in the Cook Strait around New Zealand. The Tuatara has a spiked back and neck, their name being derived from this feature. In the Māori language Tuatara means peaks on the back. Another...
Wording on back of card... A silently alert owl stares with intent; blending in can be intelligent... Card Size: Square 5.5" x 5.5" (14 x 14cm) - Blank Inside Back Front
Wording on back of card... A lone mature leopard almost hidden by autumn leaves at the Kruger National Park. He seems so suited to his environment, or is it that his environment is so suitable for him. I think it must be both. A leopard can't change its spots but they can grow... Card Size: Landscape...
Wording on back of card... This little chap is a Bamboo Lemur. You will never guess what he likes to eat... These little guys are also on the extremely endangered list, due to unsustainable agricultural slash and burn practices. Although bamboo does grow very quickly and is considered better than cotton,...
Wording on back of card... A Madagascan river boat, beautified by its owner, sails past filled with wood. He offers a bright smile. A bright sail, yellow with pink flowers, green leaves and a little red and yellow banner, is simple yet transforming. This must brighten his voyage and whomever he meets...
Wording on Back... Kingfisher Focus I sat on a log for a long while watching this little Kingfisher... It was so beautiful in its colouring and so relaxed in its perusal of the waters... One moment doing a little trot, this way and then the next, its own little dance... One moment sitting and staring...
Wording on back of card... A beautiful male lion steps through the bushes. If you look carefully, you can almost hear his low level growl... His job is to protect the females and the cubs of his pride. He can run 35 mph (56 km/hr), whilst his lionesses can reach 45mph (72 km/hr). Card Size: Landscape...
Wording on back of card... A young giraffe stands absorbed by the abundance around him... These fellows seem even taller when you are in their neighbourhood, especially when you look up and catch one silently peering at you from a dizzy height. Did you know that the average height of a female giraffe...
Wording on back of card... Upon a log, in a very green lake, sit nine Pan Hinged Terrapin; two are peering upwards from the water. Terrapins lay up to 8 eggs in February/March (summer in Africa) and have a gestation period of around 104 - 107 days. They are around 30mm long when they hatch. When you...
Wording on back of card... This is a female Black Lemur (actually chestnut in colour) and her pup. The eyes are bright and inquisitive and it is leaning outwards, making sure it misses nothing... Little pups tend to hold on tight for their first three weeks. Lemurs have two tongues, the small under tongue...
Words on back of cards Faith, Hope and Trust... And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin... Matthew 6:28 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more...
Wording on back of card... A family of swans glides gracefully upon the water. Hints of the coming night signal a call to safety. The moonlight reflects the sun's light, highlighting this little family on the water. The adults together quietly protect their young and vulnerable... Teamwork with trust...
Wording on back of card... Rainbow Flowers: I always picture heaven as a place where the fragrance of flowers is abundant. A place full of life beyond measure... A place where Love dwells... A place protected and vibrant... A place where tears are no more and joy overflows... Card Size: Square 5.5 x...
Wording at the Back Names of Jesus & Fruits of the Spirit His fruits will infuse our lives... As we seek, yield and allow His indwelling and guidance... His life in us will accomplish what we ourselves cannot... We will be cleansed, delivered and given oil for the journey... We can then, restfully, live...
Wording on back of card... A black and white sketch of an elephant. Some Elephant Facts: There are two types of elephant, African and Asian Elephant and they are distinguable by their ears. African elephants have larger ears and they are shaped like the African continent. Asian elephants have smaller...
Wording on back of card... A baby lemur hangs on tight... The pup's fur is a deep rich chestnut, with golden browns and creamy patches. It has the sweetest dark brown face, with a built-in headband and a little tuft on top of his head. The pup's expressive green blue eyes are almost popping out as he...
Wording on back of card... There is a time to sit quietly and observe... Some Eagle Facts: They are a symbol of freedom and peace. They can see 8 times further than humans and can detect prey two miles away. Bald eagles are not actually bald. Biblical Verse: Isaiah 40:31 : "but those who hope in the...
Words on back of Card... Lessons from the web... Wherever you make your home, create connections... Enjoy living peaceably alongside your neighbours... Enjoy the sunrise and catch its light and beauty... Share your space wisely... Card Size: Square 5.5" x 5.5" (14 x 14cm) - Blank Inside
Words on Back of Card... A card with potential... One card with the possibility of two recipients. If you enjoyed this card and would like to send love, gratitude or encouragement onwards, c reate a postcard by cutting along the line and send it on! Good for the environment and good for connection......
Wording on back of card... A lone zebra unique and special... The location is a game reserve in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. Are its stripes black or white? I find sometimes closing my eyes may help me 'see' better, so I can ask the correct questions... Love makes a way and seeks to understand... Card Size: Landscape 7" x 5" (180mm x 130mm) - Blank Inside Or Educational Version... A lone zebra unique and special... The location is a game reserve in Kwa Zulu Natal, South Africa. Are its stripes black...
