Inktober 2015 - Black Dogs

First off, I've decided to jump on the InkTober train, which is basically a challenge to do one drawing in ink every day in October. I've thought about doing it in the past, but this year finally feels like a good time to give it a go. For more about the origins and "rules" of InkTober, check out The InkTober Initiative.

Second, I've heard today is also Black Dog Day, which basically tries to raise awareness of the plight of black shelter pets, who tend to have lower adoption rates and higher euthanasia rates due to superstition, the issues involved in getting darker colored pets to photograph well, and other such reasons. Google it to find out more.

So, it seemed fitting to kick off InkTober with my very own black "dog," Ani! This is my version of the Egyptian god of the dead/embalming/various other things' canine form. Technically, he's considered a jackal, but close enough for this.