LADYBUG COLONIES

Some of Mrs. Trowbridge's journal entries were charcoal drawings. This week's episode is an example of her fine charcoal draughtsmanship. She describes the ladybug mushroom colonies that were a common site in the rain forest. The beautifully-worn paper that she used for her journal adds to the flavor of her exquisite charcoal drawings. 

Have you seen my other blog, Bron Smith's Flights of Fantasy? 

SUMMER SONG

We live in condominium complexes...ladybugs live in mushroom colonies on nurse logs. This is where the ladybugs  in Huckleberry Hollow prefer to live. Mrs.Trowbridge captured them with her skillful brush and scribing pen as they sang a forest chorus in five-part harmony. When I want to refresh my spirit, I just open Mrs. T's journal and revisit her charming journal pages.

Visit my other blog at bronsmithart.blogspot.com and see my new children's book, Monster Safari, in progress. You'll also find my Day in the Life feature, which describes by word and picture my unique working methods.