People who like mantises but aren't that into entomology are always "orchid mantises" this and "orchid mantises" that. Overrated. Can we talk about Toxodera integrifolia for a minute:
(Image links because as much as it pains me I've never seen one of these beauties irl: 1 2 3)
Like how are these things real. Girl what is that thorax shape. Why are you wearing eyeliner. And the colors? Absolutely fire. This is a 10/10 insect if you ask me.
art is about spending an embarrassing amount of time trying to get something to look right giving up and then moving on to do it slightly better next time. at some point if you're an exhibitionist you then post it for internet strangers to look at.
tinfist
Over a year late to this
If you see this you’re legally obligated to reblog and tag with the book you’re currently reading
why is there a ps1 horror asset in my fridge
It's cause you're always balduring that damn gate...three
HEARTBREAKING: character actually mildly interesting to think about but I Dont like their fans
everyone should be weirder about their ocs more.