The holiday season is approaching and FaunaFocus wants to spread the cheer! Throughout the months of November and December, FaunaFocus will be hosting a Holiday Art Trade and all are welcome to join! Surprise someone with an animal-themed artwork of their choice and receive an artwork yourself, "Secret Santa" style!
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Leopard Trivia
Do you think you know the leopard? Test your knowledge of leopard FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
October 2019: Leopard
Free-For-All: Spotted Hyaena
H. McGill digitally painted a warm-colored and dramatic piece. Combining elements of 1200 century artwork with photorealism and an ornately bordered composition, H. McGill presented a unique representation of this hyaenid.
Spotted Hyaena Trivia
Do you think you know the spotted hyaena? Test your knowledge of spotted hyaena FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
September 2019: Spotted Hyaena
Free-For-All: Butterfly Viper
Shadowind digitally painted a literal representation of the butterfly viper with a winged, colorful snake floating amongst a delicate array of flowers. With both butterfly wings and flowers referenced from those found in Africa, a great deal of research and detail went into creating this saturated composition.
Butterfly Viper Trivia
Do you think you know the butterfly viper? Test your knowledge of butterfly viper FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
August 2019: Butterfly Viper
Free-For-All: Weedy Seadragon
Draws with Kitties painted a traditional, abstracted piece of the weedy seadragon using a variety of pastel tones. Using watercolor and mixed media, Draws with Kitties took inspiration from DeepDream to create an elusive and ambiguous seadragon immersed within an array of colorful shapes and colors.
Weedy Seadragon Trivia
Do you think you know the weedy seadragon? Test your knowledge of weedy seadragon FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
July 2019: Weedy Seadragon
Free-For-All: African Wild Dog
Shane S. (Yodeldog) illustrated an glowy, spirit-like African wild dog set upon a starry night sky and surrounded by an array of colors. With glowy effects and intense lighting, this piece creates an ethereal experience.
African Wild Dog Trivia
Do you think you know the African wild dog? Test your knowledge of African wild dog FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
June 2019: African Wild Dog
Free-For-All: Livingstone’s Flying Fox
Shadowind created a well-composed image of a Livingstone’s flying fox feasting on figs. Hanging upside-down in the sunset, this gentle herbivore can be seen sniffing the fruit gently placed in his claws, surrounded by a beautiful collection of pink flowers.
Livingstone’s Flying Fox Trivia
Do you think you know the Livingstone's flying fox? Test your knowledge of Livingstone's flying fox FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
May 2019: Livingstone’s Flying Fox
Free-For-All: Mule Deer
Shadowind digitally painted an analogous composition filled with oranges, yellows, and golds. This piece displays a mule deer peryton leaping from a field of sunflowers amongst a flock of birds. With skilled anatomy and careful attention to detail, this piece captures the hear of the viewer with its warm and welcoming presence.
Mule Deer Trivia
Do you think you know the mule deer? Test your knowledge of mule deer FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
April 2019: Mule Deer
Free-For-All: Javan Rhinoceros
Shadowind painted a vibrant digital composition that featured the Javan rhinoceros walking through some shallow waters deep in the rainforest. This composition allows the viewer to feel as if they have walked right into Ujung Kulon National Park and are witnessing the gentle rhinoceros wading through the waters right before them. With the sunlight piercing the thick foliage and the waters rippling softly, a beautiful scene was depicted.
Javan Rhinoceros Trivia
Do you think you know the Javan rhinoceros? Test your knowledge of Javan rhinoceros FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
March 2019: Javan Rhinoceros
Free-For-All: Pine Marten
Deertush submitted a first attempt at a full illustration. Although it was a first attempt, it was skillfully put together showing a mastery of anatomy, composition, and color theory. The pine marten was digitally painted with a playful pose, happy expression, and vivid environment.
Pine Marten Trivia
Do you think you know the pine marten? Test your knowledge of pine marten FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
February 2019: Pine Marten
Free-For-All: Tasmanian Devil
Sarah K. Wilson Art utilized an array of highly saturated colors and patterns to create a vivid, eye-catching composition. The variety of techniques used and textures developed created provocative imagery that draws one in.
Tasmanian Devil Trivia
Do you think you know the Tasmanian devil? Test your knowledge of Tasmanian devil FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!
Holiday Art Trade: 2018
As the new year continues, the second annual FaunaFocus Holiday Art Trade has come to an end! A total of 17 participants collaborated to make the end-of-the-year holiday season even more merry. Each artist created an artwork that featured an animal species requested by another participant. Throughout December, participants received surprise gifts featuring their favorite … Continue reading Holiday Art Trade: 2018
January 2019: Tasmanian Devil
Free-For-All: Rusty-Spotted Cat
Doctor Miawoo created a vector illustration of the small rusty-spotted cat in Adobe Illustrator. This portrait highlighted the petite structure of the feline's face and the intricate details of its fur. Drawing inspiration from the lime-colored eyes, many cool colors were utilized to create this graphic design.
Rusty-Spotted Cat Trivia
Do you think you know the rusty-spotted cat? Test your knowledge of rusty-spotted cat FaunaFacts with this trivia quiz!