Sketchbook dump and some decent news

Here's some sketchy sketches I've done and how about some decent news for once

Sketchuary

Heya! It’s Wednesday and I’ve got a bunch of sketches to show. I have had my head down working tooth and nail on my character design portfolio. When I finally get to a point where I want to show it, I will and will go into great detail about the entire process. But for now, it’s going to be sketches.

The sketchbook is my sanctuary. I don't care if they are good, bad or terrible, it is the closest thing I've ever had to a spiritual moment.

Decent News

Ooookay if you’re living in the good ol’ US of A, you probably feel the world crumbling around you… I know I am and there’s just not a hole deep enough in the sand for me to stick my head into. So how about some decent news

• Environmental Wins:

  • The rate of deforestation in the Amazon has halved, marking the lowest rate in five years. This is a significant win for climate action and biodiversity preservation.

  • The world’s tree cover has actually grown by the size of Texas and Alaska combined over the last 35 years, showing that reforestation efforts are making a tangible impact​ (The Good News Hub)​​ (Good News Hub)​.

• Renewable Energy Progress:

  • A massive solar farm near the Great Salt Lake is now operational, providing a major new source of renewable energy for Utah cities. This is part of a broader trend towards clean energy and reducing carbon footprints​ (Global Good News)​.

• Cultural Celebrations:

  • Matariki, the Māori New Year, has been officially recognized as a public holiday in New Zealand. This not only celebrates Māori culture but also promotes the importance of indigenous traditions and community​ (National Today)​.

• Health and Community:

  • A new vocational school student from rural China made headlines by beating university competitors in a prestigious math competition, showing that talent and hard work can shine through regardless of background​ (SunnySkyz)​.

Ok so it’s not the best news in the world, but it’s at least something decent to distract you for a few moments.

If you want to make me feel all farm and wuzzy inside, a little heart always does the trick :)