Fairies, Fireflies, and Frogs

I was going to call this post 'Reflection Assignment' but this title seemed more fun.

I seriously struggled nailing down this composition. Oddly enough, though, as much as I disliked the design it's ended up being one of my favorite pieces so far. It's definitely the most illustrative thing I've done and, in my opinion, my best attempt at inking so far. (This is what happens when you push yourself to do different things.)

And as much of a hassle as it was, I'm strangely tempted to color it digitally.

In progress: