Dikya

Philippine tarsier also known as maomag.

Tiny, wide-eyed, and able to rotate its head almost 180 degrees. A nocturnal forest dweller added to my sketchbook as part of my animal study series.

This marks the third year of the Human Easel Project by Art Show Philippines, and I am truly grateful to be part of it for three consecutive years.

The project aims to express art in a way that brings it closer to the public—breaking barriers between artists and communities. Through this initiative, art becomes more accessible, engaging, and alive in public spaces.

More importantly, it helps amplify the presence and voices of Filipino artists by bringing their work to different municipalities, allowing local communities to experience, appreciate, and connect with art in a more personal and meaningful way.

Papan the Philippine duck.

Endemic to the Philippines and not a migratory species it stays here all year. A dabbling duck that feeds by tipping forward in shallow water and is often seen in lakes marshes and rice fields.

Another page filled as I learn more about our wetland wildlife.

Kalaw sketch for today.

Fun fact kalaw pairs are monogamous and the male helps provide food while the female stays sealed in the nest.

Another page filled as I try to turn my sketchbook hoarding into actual sketchbook usage.