The Prune's Secret: A Curious Squirrel's Close-Up

Fun Fact

Squirrels are incredibly clever and have an excellent memory for where they hide their food! They often bury nuts and seeds to save for later, though they sometimes forget a few, which helps new trees grow.

Coloring Tips

1. 1🎨 Textured Fur - Use short, fine strokes in varying shades of brown, gray, and even a touch of white to create the soft, realistic texture of the squirrel's fur. Build up layers for depth.
2. 2🖍️ Expressive Eyes - Focus on the eyes by using a very dark brown or black for the pupil and a lighter shade for the iris, adding a tiny white highlight to make them sparkle with curiosity.
3. 3✨ Wrinkled Prune - Give the prune a rich, deep purple or reddish-brown color. Use subtle darker lines and lighter highlights to show its unique wrinkled texture, making it look real enough to eat!
4. 4🌈 Bark and Leaves - Don't forget the background! Use earthy browns and greens for the tree branch and leaves, adding different shades and textures to make them look dimensional and natural.