The Grey Fox Squirrel (Sciurus cinereus)

About this work

This squirrel looks like it’s nibbling on a plant with bright orange flowers. Its fur is thick and gray, with a bushy tail that curls at the tip. The leaves around it are green and detailed, while the flowers have star-like shapes with spots. A few bulbs sit off to the side, drawn with careful lines. The artist used a mix of etching and hand coloring to make the details pop. The squirrel’s fur is shown with tiny strokes, giving it texture. The flowers and leaves are sharp and precise, almost like a science drawing. Want to see more like this? Check out etching to learn how artists create these kinds of prints.