Inktober Highlights

As an intuitive abstract artist, I don’t draw. I used to, but realized abstract art is my preference. But it’s important to push myself, learn, and try things out of my comfort zone.

So, this year I tried the Inktober 2020 challenge for the first time ever. I allowed myself 20 minutes for each drawing, and I posted my sketch based on the daily prompt everyday. I won’t bore you (or embarrass myself) with all 31 images, you can see them all on my Facebook page here, but below are some of my favorites!

Also, because I am very proud of myself, November 1st marked my 15 year anniversary of quitting smoking cigarettes!! That was the hardest thing I’ve ever done!😊 I guess this is the right time of year to challenge myself! 😉

26 responses to “Inktober Highlights”

  1. enigmasthoughts Avatar

    You are truly talented.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      I think it’s been 30 years since I’ve shown anyone a sketch I did, so this was a real challenge, but I’m glad I did it, I might even keep trying!

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  2. Mike Ross Avatar
    Mike Ross

    Awesome Tiffany! You seem to wear many hats. 👩‍🎨

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks, Mike! When it comes to art and creativity there are no bounds!

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  3. Michelle Avatar

    These are so pretty! Congratulations on 15 years smoke-free!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much, Michelle! It feels good to challenge myself, and complete the task!

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  4. Kirt D Tisdale Avatar

    I wish I could do this…..love all of them. Congrats on the milestone!! I’m forty years smoke free! I took up jogging when I quit at age 25. I still remember the first month….ugh….not easy!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thanks, Kirt! Woohoo! That is fantastic! If I had any idea how hard it would be to quit I never would have started, and it kills me to see young people still getting addicted, I just want to shake them!

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      1. Kirt D Tisdale Avatar

        I so agree with you. It’s a nasty habit!! Again…love your sketching!!

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  5. Giadreams (themoviemylife.com) Avatar

    I love the panda and the cat. Also, congrats on 15 years! 🥳

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, Gia!! I think those are my two favorites also! 🙏😊

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  6. Phil Avatar

    Very good drawings, Tiffany ~ Congratulations on the 15 years 👍

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, Phil! I could certainly improve with some practice, but that is what it is all about!

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  7. Felipe Adan Lerma Avatar

    Wow! Your drawings are super impressive, Tiffany! But you know, in a way, in your abstracts, you draw feelings – in color! ❤️

    Oh, and quitting smoking in early ‘83 nearly did me in, lol! Harder to quit than heroin they say for some folks; I don’t even want to find out! Congratulations on quitting! Wonderful gift to yourself AND ur husband! 😊

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      You are too kind, thank you, Adan! 😊

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  8. Pandemedium Avatar

    You know I love the Panda 🐼 ✌️🤙👍

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      But of course! 😁

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  9. suzannesmom Avatar

    Love this! Who can resist a panda? Not me.

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Yeah, they are incredible animals, I’m glad he turned out well! 😊

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  10. Ka Malana - Fiestaestrellas.com Avatar

    I love these sketches. I think the panda is my favorite! Congratulations on quitting smoking! Yes, I did it too, probably around 15 years ago. I actually don’t remember the date or the year I quit! You ought to be proud of yourself!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you so much! And congrats to you as well, it is something we can both be proud of! 🥰

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  11. spiritualfantasia Avatar
    spiritualfantasia

    Thank you for sharing!!! I also see a happy face on top of the tin can, is it just me? 😂

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      No, it really does look exactly like a happy face, I wondered if anyone else would notice that! 😂😉

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      1. spiritualfantasia Avatar
        spiritualfantasia

        😂 😂 😂 Hahaha. I adore it!

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    1. tiffanyarpdaleo Avatar

      Thank you, David, I appreciate you stopping by!

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