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Jake Beckman

@dejakester

Be Nice. No AI. Self realized artist, Renaissance woman and serial entrepreneur. Done a lot of stuff. Lived a lot of life. Traveled, loved, learned, eaten that, drank that, did that... I have been an artist my entire life, but these days I mostly doodle.

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08.10.2025 18:38 πŸ‘ 577 πŸ” 72 πŸ’¬ 7 πŸ“Œ 3
Story about me trying to buy a book at Barnes & Noble that they suggested in an email and also suggested I buy at the store.  They didn't have a copy.  #booklover  #neversaydie

Story about me trying to buy a book at Barnes & Noble that they suggested in an email and also suggested I buy at the store. They didn't have a copy. #booklover #neversaydie

πŸ“šStory about buying a book #booklover #neversaydie

03.03.2026 04:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

So FB murdered my account in January. I have no idea why. I mostly post art, cats, cartoons, very mild politics. They blocked me midscroll. I guess I am posting here.

03.03.2026 03:42 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A cartoon illustration of a mouse at his laptop surrounded by framed images of scary cats. Caption reads "Horror was the only genre he was able to write."

A cartoon illustration of a mouse at his laptop surrounded by framed images of scary cats. Caption reads "Horror was the only genre he was able to write."

Skills to pay the bills. #grickledoodle #horror #mouse #cat #writer #cartoon #art #drawing #funny

06.07.2025 16:02 πŸ‘ 264 πŸ” 39 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 3
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Kat Wise β€’ Kingston, NY

05.07.2025 20:19 πŸ‘ 81 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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@thedayseyephoto.bsky.social Thank you for supporting me with your likes πŸ™. This piece is still available for Sale

27.06.2025 19:24 πŸ‘ 28 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Panel 1. Cat aiming laser at scientists from the top of a giant bird.
Panel 2. Scientists having to share lab declaring they're working on Avian Growth, Laser Tech, and Feline Intelligence.

Panel 1. Cat aiming laser at scientists from the top of a giant bird. Panel 2. Scientists having to share lab declaring they're working on Avian Growth, Laser Tech, and Feline Intelligence.

Tom Gauld - New Scientist Mag, cat laser giant bird cartoon

04.05.2025 07:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Lol what are the chances!

05.05.2025 17:53 πŸ‘ 1106 πŸ” 157 πŸ’¬ 53 πŸ“Œ 20

I am always amazed when taking pictures of raptors that no matter what they are doing, they look directly into the lens (I see you).

06.07.2025 18:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Cast paper manta ray art on glow in the dark acrylic with water textured acrylic framing glass.

Cast paper manta ray art on glow in the dark acrylic with water textured acrylic framing glass.

Multiple paper manta ray artworks on glow in the dark acrylic with water textured acrylic framing glass, at night.

Multiple paper manta ray artworks on glow in the dark acrylic with water textured acrylic framing glass, at night.

Getting some mantas ready to drop off at Valkarie Gallery, for the β€˜Cornucopia’ four person show opening next weekend!

#art #mantaray #glowinthedark #lakewoodcolorado

06.07.2025 18:46 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
An old white chair sits in the sun flooding into a dusty gray room from a nearby window.  There are birds on the floor and chair, and while in shadow they appear to be blackbirds, when the sun hits them the are brilliantly multicolored and shine with golds, reds, emerald greens and violets.

An old white chair sits in the sun flooding into a dusty gray room from a nearby window. There are birds on the floor and chair, and while in shadow they appear to be blackbirds, when the sun hits them the are brilliantly multicolored and shine with golds, reds, emerald greens and violets.

"Kaleidoscope"
We all shine under the right circumstances.

07.02.2025 15:41 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
Hand embroidered denim jacket, the Spirit of The Trees.

Can we take a walk amongst the trees? Tread the softened leaf strewn way. Listen to the songs of the woods the sounds abound as life surrounds.
From the rising of the moon and the dawning of the day 

Rest now, be at peace, there in the bower my heart's at ease and we will intertwine betwixt both leaf and vine, to share in life & leave a mark for those that chose to wander and embrace

Hand embroidered denim jacket, the Spirit of The Trees. Can we take a walk amongst the trees? Tread the softened leaf strewn way. Listen to the songs of the woods the sounds abound as life surrounds. From the rising of the moon and the dawning of the day Rest now, be at peace, there in the bower my heart's at ease and we will intertwine betwixt both leaf and vine, to share in life & leave a mark for those that chose to wander and embrace

"Spirit of The Trees"
Can we take a walk amongst the trees? Tread the softened leaf strewn way. Listen to the songs of the woods the sounds abound as life surrounds.
From the rising of the moon to the dawning of the day.

My latest hand embroidery on denim for a client in the US.

21.02.2025 20:42 πŸ‘ 57 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Sunday and I’m done! Loved making this piece. Sparrow - Wool and ink on canvas #art #textiles #birds #birdart #wildlife

16.02.2025 12:42 πŸ‘ 183 πŸ” 26 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 3

You are welcome :)

24.02.2025 00:18 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Wow, just lovely. Look at the muscles and light across her hair!

#portrait #portraiture #oilpainting #artshare #tattoo #artsupport #Finch #fineart

23.02.2025 19:26 πŸ‘ 18 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A textile illustration of three galloping wild horses running away from a storm with rough waves spraying. The horses are a fabric collage of gold, pinks, red, blue, green, teal and blue. The beach is tan, peach and pink. White waves are splashing over the horses legs. The sky is gray, blue and lavender

A textile illustration of three galloping wild horses running away from a storm with rough waves spraying. The horses are a fabric collage of gold, pinks, red, blue, green, teal and blue. The beach is tan, peach and pink. White waves are splashing over the horses legs. The sky is gray, blue and lavender

#SensoryArt
23|rough
β€œUnbridled Sea Horses”
Dyed silk, vintage doilies, banana silk, ribbons,wool, tussah silk, lamb locks, cheesecloth, silk floss, sari silk, beads

#embroidery
#sew #felted #fiberart #uplift #ArtShare
#onlybeautifulthings #art #sciart #artyear #februarty #felted #quiltsky #horse

23.02.2025 12:40 πŸ‘ 169 πŸ” 16 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 1
A tree at the edge of a ledge. Two dragons fly nearby.

A tree at the edge of a ledge. Two dragons fly nearby.

A small coffee painting with dragons.
#art

23.02.2025 14:28 πŸ‘ 478 πŸ” 95 πŸ’¬ 9 πŸ“Œ 0
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An almost fairy ring of bonnets on a log. Close-up of the ones in the back below. ⬇️
#fungifriends #fungi #mycology #naturephotography

23.02.2025 16:34 πŸ‘ 304 πŸ” 27 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 0
Painting of a blue and brown octopus sleeping with her tentacles floating about her. Eyes closed, bubbles flowing around her, it’s tranquil and safe. 

Deep Sleeps
Watercolor 
9x12”

Painting of a blue and brown octopus sleeping with her tentacles floating about her. Eyes closed, bubbles flowing around her, it’s tranquil and safe. Deep Sleeps Watercolor 9x12”

This #Octopus is deeply sleeping in the #DeepSea for #FishyFeb

Deep Sleeps -SOLD-
Watercolor
9x12

#FebruArty #Artist #OriginalArt #ArtGallery #SciArt #Art #BSkyArt #SkyArt #ArtYear #ArtShow #Watercolor #OnlyBeautifulThings #TraditionalArt #Painting #FishyFeb2025

21.02.2025 22:30 πŸ‘ 150 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 20 πŸ“Œ 1

Another secret is confidence
Just accept who you are
And project that
BTW I can see you do not have a confidence problem

23.02.2025 21:17 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A black and white illustration of a rat on top of a human skull.

A black and white illustration of a rat on top of a human skull.

It's Complicated.

23.02.2025 19:43 πŸ‘ 508 πŸ” 113 πŸ’¬ 7 πŸ“Œ 1

😞 I don't know what is wrong with people
The measles nearly killed me as an infant

23.02.2025 21:14 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Wonder if the email address actually works

23.02.2025 21:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Congrats on all the new hatchlings
I hope they all hatch
And you have more ridiculous birds than you know what to do with

23.02.2025 21:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A rare waterfall appearing like a mirage in the heat of a barren desert.

A rare waterfall appearing like a mirage in the heat of a barren desert.

A rare waterfall appearing like a mirage in the heat of a barren desert.

24.02.2025 10:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Big leafy, brooding creature being hugged by a tiny pink creature. Text says: one hug a day keeps the monsters at bay.

Big leafy, brooding creature being hugged by a tiny pink creature. Text says: one hug a day keeps the monsters at bay.

Happy valentine's day! Or, as it is here in Finland, friend's day. Remember to tell your friends (who- or whatever they are) they matter! πŸ’œ #valentinesday

14.02.2025 08:36 πŸ‘ 37 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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It's been many years since I was working with pen & ink. Now that I have more free time at my disposal, I'm thinking about painting and drawing again.
Dragonwood (circa 2009) - Pigma micron pens on stock paper

#illustration #penandink #drawing #artistsofbluesky #b&wart #dragons #fantasyart

23.02.2025 13:41 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Art piece of a colorful drawing of red corals covered in darker circles and stick-like turquoise corals. There is a school of whimsical rather than realistic small silvery fish like minnows or sardines swimming around the coral.

Art piece of a colorful drawing of red corals covered in darker circles and stick-like turquoise corals. There is a school of whimsical rather than realistic small silvery fish like minnows or sardines swimming around the coral.

Here's a quick little whimsical coral reef drawing for today's #FishyFeb

20.02.2025 23:18 πŸ‘ 60 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Image of book Bookshops and Bonedust by Travis Baldree.  The cover is blue, with filigree edge printing in blue and black.  Besides the title there is an black ink drawing of an open book edge on with a sword behind it and a decorative square border all around.

Image of book Bookshops and Bonedust by Travis Baldree. The cover is blue, with filigree edge printing in blue and black. Besides the title there is an black ink drawing of an open book edge on with a sword behind it and a decorative square border all around.

I enjoyed this book
Its a pre-sequel. I think I liked it better than the first book.
#fantasybook #travisbaldree

21.02.2025 03:50 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0