Lots of people say it’s a funny thing how pets look like their owners and their owners look like their pets. Do you think Abby and her big laborador retriever look alike? Maybe they just look like they are having fun going on their morning walk. Can you guess where they live?
A rare Malayan tapir calf was born at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium in Tacoma, Washington on February 2, 2025. The calf, which is only the second tapir born at the zoo in its 120-year history, is covered in distinctive white spots and stripes, resembling a “fuzzy walking watermelon”. Both mother Yuna and the calf are reported to be healthy. The calf will remain behind the scenes with its mother, nursing and bonding, and will receive a veterinary checkup later.
I have always loved these mysterious creatures. How could this animal with such an odd body, long nose and patterns on its body be on the planet for so long….and nobody is paying attention to them. He’s so darned cute and he looks like he has a playful personality. Let’s hope their species will grow from now on.
Inspired by this little guy’s birth, here’s a new artwork I did in AI. I am really enjoying the process. I know many artists don’t like it. I do. Here’s my drawing with a made up character, an impression of a baby tapir in a setting that hopefully will look like a drawing. If you like it and think I’m on a good path, let me know in comments.
How do I love thee, let me count the ways?
I’ve been away for a long time. Health issues. Busy house issues. Overwhelming times. I am happy to say it’s been a long haul but I’ve squared away my energy, my meds, my lifestyle.
I’m having a lot of fun with AI. It’s been a rewarding time and I plug away every day. Here’s a drawing I did today. I made up the phrase and then made a prompt from it. I made quite a few AI versions of this before I realized that this is not necessarily an ocean fish. 😍
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