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Cathal MacSean Art

@quietstarvoyager.bsky.social

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Picked up a pencil, charcoal and paintbrush after a decade, because I don’t want A.I. to be creative while I do the dishes. Inspired by mountains, English countryside, climbing, and fantasy.

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Apr 20

Pleased with my #ink spine art for my #gameofthrones #agotlcg and #arkhamHorror card folders. Front & bafks to do, plus 3 more folders for Lord of the Rings LCG to do as well.

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Feb 15

Spent a couple hours making my own werewolf cards for a game tonight. #werewolf #boardgame

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 31

Another version of the hand of prophecy #dune #ink #art

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 29

First version this evening of a #Dune #ink painting. I love the worm and overall composition. Shadows and the hand need a bit more thought and will use inktense washes vs acrylic ink for the colour. #art

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 26

Thank you!

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 26

Thank you!

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 26

I am super pleased with this #LordOfTheRings illustration. Acrylic #ink outline and then #inktense for the colour. #art #lotr

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 26

The Fellowship at Doors of Durin, this time in #ink. #LordOfTheRings #lotr #art

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 25

Two drawings of the fellowship at the Doors of Durin, done three months apart. I’ll try again in a few months to see how my technique is progressing. #art #LordOfTheRings #lotr #drawing

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 18

Dow Crag in the #LakeDistrict. A3 using graphite and graphatint pencils. #art #drawing

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 12

I went for a night hike on thursley common the other day to enjoy the -3c frosts. Stunning and atmospheric with the rising fog off the ponds. #photography

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 5

First attempt at painting with tinted charcoal. Using water brushes to lift off of pencils. But if grapatint in there too. #art

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 4

First light today over Thursley Common. #sunrise #photography

Sun rise over frozen marsh waters and silhouetted trees in the distance

Blues and greys of the sky reflected in pudmore pond waters, where the sun has not yet reached

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Jan 1

This #drawing of the USS Enterprise is a reminder that my goal for 2025 is to draw more and enjoy to process, not worry about the outcome. #art #StarTrek

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 29

A have written a second short story, The Boundsman in the Morrasgrove, that follows on from the Ferryman.
#fantasy #fiction #ShortStory

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Boundsman in the Morrasgrove

The sun cast low over the marsh, sending forward long shadows like encroaching fingers towards the boundary oaks of the Morassgrove.

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 26

Christmas holidays have presented an opportunity a bit of creative writing. I’ve written a #ShortStory #DarkFantasy #PsychologicalFiction about a sour old marsh ferryman who is interrupted on a stormy night.

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The Marsh Ferryman

Subject: Marsh Ferryman’s Account of KY1141D206

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 24

I’ve really enjoyed taking part in the #ArtAdventCalendar. I created something new 18/24 days. In Ink, charcoal, graphite, inktense, watercolour, pastels, photographs. I’ve drawn Landscapes, cityscapes, wildlife, Pokémon, Star Trek, Star Wars, The Expanse, Lord of the Rings, and more. #art

A collage of various artworks featuring a mix of landscapes, animals, and pop culture references created in different styles and mediums. The collection includes vibrant watercolor paintings of cityscapes, moorlands, valleys, and sunsets, alongside expressive charcoal sketches of mountains, a tiger, and a leopard. There are also unique pieces like a fiery figure in a burning forest, a grayscale depiction of the Argonath statues from *The Lord of the Rings*, and a bold watercolor portrait of Spock from *Star Trek*. Additionally, the collage includes a pastel drawing of a meerkat, a textured artwork of elephants, and a white-on-black illustration of the Millennium Falcon flying through space. Each piece showcases distinct themes and artistic techniques.

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 24

The Millennium Falcon for day 24 of the #ArtAdventCalendar, drawn from the x-wing miniatures game model this morning and painted in ink. Great fun! #StarWars

A black-and-white ink illustration of the Millennium Falcon in space, with bold lines and added shading for depth, accompanied by a smaller, Death Star-like sphere in the background and streaks suggesting motion or a starfield.

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 23

For day 23 of the #ArtAdventCalendar I have a trio of pictures of a trio of elephants. Pastels; watercolour pencil on a sepia wash, and ink and inktense used as watercolour. #art

Trio of elephants (mother and children). Pastel on brown paper

Trio of elephants (mother and children). Watercolour pencil on a sepia acrylic ink wash

Trio of elephants (mother and children). Ink and inktense used as watercolours

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 22

Day 22!

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 22

My first #pastel picture for the #ArtAdventCalendar, on day 21. I’m going to try a few more mediums for the last few days. Really pleased with this Meerkat, from a photo I took at the Exmoor zoo in 2022. #art #meerkat #zoo

A painting of a meerkat standing upright on a textured stone, illuminated by a glowing halo of light. The meerkat's fur is rendered in warm brown and golden tones, with soft, impressionistic brushstrokes that create a lifelike yet artistic effect. The background features radiating lines in earthy hues of purple, yellow, and brown, adding depth and a sense of reverence to the scene. The stone beneath the meerkat is detailed with subtle highlights and shading, grounding the figure while complementing the ethereal atmosphere. The overall composition evokes a calm, almost spiritual mood.

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Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 21

I invite you to Live long and prosper on day 21 of #ArtAdventCalendar. #StarTrek

Portrait of Spock, ink colour. Blue and green face.

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 20

I want to resubmit my day 20 #ArtAdventCalendar with three variations of my Kirk portrait. Ink outlines and coloured in with inktense. Spock is drying for tomorrow and I’m going to have a go with the rest of the cast. Enjoying some experimentation. #StarTrek

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 20

For day 20 of the #ArtAdventCalendar I have an ink portrait of Captain James T Kirk. #art #StarTrek #ink

A monochromatic ink portrait of Captain Kirk, showcasing a dramatic and bold use of light and shadow. The sharp contrast emphasizes his intense expression, with furrowed brows and a determined gaze. His Starfleet uniform is minimally detailed but recognizable, featuring a high collar and a badge on the chest. The heavy, angular shading creates a stark, almost noir-like atmosphere, capturing the character's commanding presence. The artwork focuses on the interplay of light and dark, giving it a stylized, striking appearance.

Cathal MacSean Art @quietstarvoyager.bsky.social · Dec 19

A misty morning #photograph for day 19 of the #ArtAdventCalendar. Taken Feb 2021 a short walk from my front door. #photography

A misty forest at dawn with tall trees silhouetted against a soft blue sky. Sunlight filters gently through the branches, creating a subtle glow amidst the fog. Bare branches and shrubs in the foreground add texture, while the dense tree line in the background fades into the mist, evoking a serene and mysterious atmosphere.

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