Drawing animals is always a hit, especially strange ones that look like
composites of several other creatures. 
In this project, we learned how to leave white on the paper for negative space
which creates the illusion of depth.
First we drew the image in black permanent marker, making sure to draw the objects closest to us first, followed by the background elements such as a lake bed and plants.
We added color with watercolor pencils which can be blended or left alone to create a combination of heavy texture or a softer diffused look to emphasize the watery environment.
Developing a light source that shines through the water diagonally creates a dynamic composition that's active.
Motion is suggested by the white areas and bubbles near the flippers.
Wavy grasses help to indicate that our platypus is under water.
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