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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · 22h

Me: 3rd session on a new casual survival world.

Also Me: thinking aloud how i never found a fortress in any casual survival sessions since 2012/13 Or so.

Minecraft:

I lasted about 20 seconds before the blaze in the background and an unseen wither skelly told me to go away.

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · 13d

the thought-to-be-lost artworks have been successfully saved via some discord server artwork channels

a cartoon character says good news everyone

ALT: a cartoon character says good news everyone

media.tenor.com

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · 15d

Welp. After 7 years the ipad died. A day before my scheduled art backup day. Good news is i upload some them here and via other socials So can at least save those finish pieces.
downside, i may have to start a handful from scratch and may no longer be able to edit older pics.
either way…. Bollocks😑

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · 25d

My apologies for reposting so much older works of late, i simple have nothing new to share at present.
For now have a wip thats been in limbo for a couple months now.

Wheels had to be drawn separately and somewhat simplified. Remember to take breaks, even if you’re on a roll….

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Mar 29

A DMU. Based on the one in the NRM

Must admit, this one is slightly bodged, specifically the chassis and shading and number of window further down the body.

Other than that. Happy with the shape overall as I don’t think I’ve doodled a multi-unit before.

#railwayart #dieselengine #train

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Mar 11

Andrew Barclay no’ 1719 ‘Lady Nan’ on Driver for a Tenner duty.

Decided to Doodled A real engine this time, one of my favourites at that.

Must admit, shape was a little bodged during the sketching phase. But i’m overall happy with this little piece💛

#locomotive #railwayart #steamengine

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Mar 15

Ivatt class 2mt 46447

Another doodle of another of my favourite engines

Must admit, slightly lost confidence during the sketching phase (see previous post), but think i got her look down overall, albeit with some simplification.

#locomotive #railwayart #steamengine

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Apr 10

“I saw, over the trees on Primrose Hill, the fighting machine from which the howling came…”

Initially an idle scribble, but opted to digitalise it for shading practice. Just a rough and ready doodle, but does its job.

#doodle

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Sep 16

well, some of those questions made me realise what an inadequate specimen of a man i am….but heres the stats

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 18

Latest project, my favourite #Steamroller, “Moby Dick”.

This one was different and difficult as I’m not used to drawing road vehicles, but i think i managed fine (on the 5th attempt)

#steamengine #roadroller #avelingandporter

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 18

A quick colour swap to make George the steamroller. Bit off model but does its job.

Opted to make him part of the sodor construction company (renamed here). or rather, formerly given his record… i see him being sent away or sold an awful lot…

#thomasandfriends #therailwayseries #rws

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RailAdvent @railadvent.bsky.social · Sep 10

Appeal launched for CoBo locomotive V8 engine https://www.railadvent.co.uk/2025/09/appeal-launched-for-cobo-locomotive-v8-engine.html #CoBoNoD5705 #EastLancashireRailway #TheClass_15PreservationSociety

Appeal launched for CoBo locomotive V8 engine

The Class 15 Preservation Society has launched an appeal to raise the funds to complete work on the Crossley V8 engine. The society is restoring D5705 to working condition and is based at the East Lancashire Railway. The Crossley HSTVEE8, designed in the 1950s, was last turned over in 1974…

www.railadvent.co.uk

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Aug 4

Shame. Some of the best railways ive been on are miniature.

Looking forward to how this project goes💛 wish you luck

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Aug 4

This sounds interesting. Not everyday you see a model miniature layout

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sodor_modelmonger @rwsnwr12.bsky.social · Aug 1

Happy Friday- the new layout video is finally here! youtu.be/arHwhnJhDYc

Layout Update!

YouTube video by rws.nwr.12

youtu.be

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 30

Infinite money and god mod cheats

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 26

I’m not usually one to comment on these things, so Bluntly put.

Was hoping to open up vehicle doodles as a commission option once summer cools off. Now, seems it’s out the question as the direct messaging is disabled. so couldn’t talk to any potential customers, even if i was already open. 1/2?

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 26

I DID, however, do some “study” at a local steam fair yesterday: Noting how people price up, display their prints as well as some general tips from friendly stall owners.

It’s a gamble but i think I may need to give prints a proper go.

Interested to hear other’s thoughts or advice on this 2/2

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 26

I’m not usually one to comment on these things, so Bluntly put.

Was hoping to open up vehicle doodles as a commission option once summer cools off. Now, seems it’s out the question as the direct messaging is disabled. so couldn’t talk to any potential customers, even if i was already open. 1/2?

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 23

Farewell, Ozzy. Will always be a legend 🤘

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 23

just some notes on this piece
- I rarely draw people, but happy with the likeness.
- Wasn’t sure whether to do a background or not, but opted to keep it simple.
- opted for an icon for simplicity and to try getting his features close to the reference photograph
Overall happy with how it turned out

Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 23

Farewell, Ozzy. Will always be a legend 🤘

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Talyllyn Railway @talyllyn.co.uk · Jul 19

Proof, if ever it were needed, that steam, stunning scenery, and a little railway magic go a long way.

What a weekend — and more to come.

🚂 #RailwayAdventure
📷 HiraethFilm

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 18

A quick colour swap to make George the steamroller. Bit off model but does its job.

Opted to make him part of the sodor construction company (renamed here). or rather, formerly given his record… i see him being sent away or sold an awful lot…

#thomasandfriends #therailwayseries #rws

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Grumpy Lion @thatgrumpylion.bsky.social · Jul 18

Can only imagine a noisy argument has started😂

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