Folky ink exercises

Look at what I just found when going through my old sketchbooks. *ahem* I think I drew these before the pandemic or something? A bazillion years ago.
Looking through these designs feels nostalgic also because of it's cultural content. Those were more innocent days. Gosh, I hate this version of reality we live in. 😔

the initial strokes

leaves

the pattern center piece

berries! I remember these stamp exercises. so cool

I love these intricate design. I don't think I could come up with any of my own and it'd also feel vaguely culturally appropriating. 😅🙇
I also just realised that I haven't yet finished all exercises. So I put the sketchbook next to my drawing table. I'll post it! Eventually ... 🙈