Tamarack: Larix laricina

This branch of Tamarack (a species of Larch) was created in the medium of graphite pencils. The cones on this hardy coniferous tree are quite small, growing in broad and rounded scales and light brown in colour. The formation of the unusual layering of the scaly bark and the spur-like branches creates visual interest. I had previously completed a workshop with graphite artist Mike Sibley, who teaches in the diverse use of graphite pencils to increase depth, contrast, and tone.

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