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Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
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Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other?
Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other?
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Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other?
#midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication
Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
February 26, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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week one · art advent calendar · day three Overhead Moose Close-up of the head and shoulder of a moose, looming regally. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. There’s a Whole Planet Beneath Us #heelsandtoes #remainopentonewperspectives #ourloyaltiesmustbetothewholehumancommunity Bare feet, with red-painted toenails, stand behind a pair of empty high heeled shoes. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 4, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Fuzzy Fall Fashion #thereisbeautyineverything #kindnessisalwaysfashionable #believeinyourself Close-up of a woman wearing sunglasses and dressed warmly in a fuzzy white hat and matching coat, over a light-tan shirt. Sketch art by Don Rice. Mother and Daughter Ready for Lunch #recessandluncharethebest #aplaceinchildhoodthatirememberwell #lovingit A young girl and her mom carry their McDonald’s order to their table. The girl looks ravenous for her ‘Happy Meal’. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 3, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Happy b-day! Thanks for the artshare!
Mother and Daughter Ready for Lunch #recessandluncharethebest #aplaceinchildhoodthatirememberwell #lovingit A young girl and her mom carry their McDonald’s order to their table. The girl looks ravenous for her ‘Happy Meal’. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. Remain Handy with a Toolbox Assortment #accumulateatoolboxofskills #anoutsiderspointofviewisalwayshandy #clichésareimportanttools A toolbox with one drawer open - displaying a selection of screwdrivers, ball peen hammer, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, and more. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 12, 2025 at 3:31 AM
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Cheers! Happy b-day G! Thanks for the artshare.

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Canadian Kid Ready To Hit the Ice #headonaswivel #overtimehero #gooddreamstonight #sketch #art A young Timbit hockey player, geared up for the game. Sketch art by Don Rice. Reacher Is My Spirit Animal #knowshowtorockacoat #wanderinghero #tickingclock #sketch #art #fanart Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher, walking towards you while holding his coat in his hand. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication #sketch #art Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
February 24, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Nice! Thanks for the artshare!
Minor Coat Adjustment #howoneadjustsoneselftolife #nowinterlastsforever #takecareoftheequipment A woman straightening out her winter coat and shoulder bags, after coming indoors and unzipping but not removing the garment. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. week one · art advent calendar · day one Beaver on a Bank A beaver sits on the bank of a tributary that has become a home. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Nice! Thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Bighorn Sheep Looks Down from Rocks #bighorn #ram #wildlife #nature A bighorn sheep stands on a rocky ledge. Sketch art by Don Rice. Retired Railway Bridge #focusonthebridgeovertheobstacle #railwaycutsapaththroughwilderness #theothersideofeveryfearisafreedom Seated at one end of an old bridge in British Columbia, looking along the bridge to the opposite side. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
August 13, 2026 at 4:16 PM
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Excellent, thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Billie Holiday - Luminous Beings // Radioactive Decay #luminousbeings #radioactivedecay #improvisational #personalstruggles #strangefruit #sketch #art #fanart Photo: William P. Gottlieb. 1947. -public domain Luminous Beings // Radioactive Decay - Billie Holiday. Sketch art by Don Rice. Billie Holiday was an American jazz and swing music singer. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and music partner, Lester Young, Holiday made a significant contribution to jazz music and pop singing. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication #sketch #art Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. A Fox, Walking On Crusty Snow #omnivore #couldeatahorse #foxy #sketch #art Slightly overhead view of an approaching fox, walking on snow. Sketch art by Don Rice.
February 25, 2025 at 7:37 PM
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Happy Pride, indeed! I support you all!

I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Friends For Keeps, Enjoying Mutual Silence #loversofprimarycolours #oldfriendsarebest #silenceisoneofthegreatartsofconversation Two women walking close to each other, in their winter coats. One wears a bright blue jacket and the other wears striking red boots. Sketch art by Don Rice. A Pleasant Summer Day #roadsnottaken #youareaguestofnature-behave #weliveunderthesameskybutwithdifferenthorizons A road stretches into the distance with fields on either side, leading toward a horizon of hills below a partly cloudy sky. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
June 29, 2025 at 10:28 PM
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Nice! Thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Shopping Can Be Fun #thingslookbetterinsideofthestore #skipandjump #alwaysholdhands Mother and daughter walk hand-in-hand while shopping. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. Dancing at a Rock Show #wearethedancerswecreatethedreams #punkrockisanotherwordforfreedom #nothingbetterthanlivemusic As a punk band plays on a raised stage, the crowd dances or stands and sways in appreciation. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 16, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Nice! Congrats on the milestone, thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Canadian Kid Ready To Hit the Ice #headonaswivel #overtimehero #gooddreamstonight #sketch #art A young Timbit hockey player, geared up for the game. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication #sketch #art Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. A Fox, Walking On Crusty Snow #omnivore #couldeatahorse #foxy #sketch #art Slightly overhead view of an approaching fox, walking on snow. Sketch art by Don Rice.
February 23, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Canadian Kid Ready To Hit the Ice #headonaswivel #overtimehero #gooddreamstonight A young Timbit hockey player, geared up for the game. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. Party People #whenallelsefailsthrowaparty #acoldbeeronahotsummernight #toomuchfun Three party people enjoying life. Sketch art by Don Rice.
February 8, 2026 at 6:19 PM
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Nice! Congrats on the milestone, and thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some sketchy 'gothic' work.
Relaxed Gentleman in a Black Suit #wearwhatsuitsyoubest #livingishardbutamazing #wearenotalone #sketch #art A bearded man stands, casually but sombrely, in his black suit. He parks his hands in his pockets as he surveys his surroundings. Sketch art by Don Rice. Crow #birds #cawcaw #black #dark #sketch #art A crow on a branch. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication #sketch #art Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
April 6, 2025 at 9:38 PM
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Nice! Congrats on the milestone, and thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some recent sketchy work.
Not Cold Enough to Forego Ice Cream #agoodfatherisavaluableasset #makewarmmemoriesoncolddays #yousetthestandardsforhowyouwillbetreated A father and young daughter, dressed for cold weather, walk through the mall while eating ice cream on the go. Sketch art by Don Rice. Happenstance Reunion in a Cafe #ifyousmileatlifeitreturnsthegreeting #wechooseourfriends #talktopeoplenooneelseistalkingto A trio of happy smiling people as they greet each other during a surprise random encounter. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice.
December 21, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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Nice! Congrats on the milestone, and thanks for the artshare!

Hello all. I am a sketcher, trying to capture the strength, love, madness and chaos of the 'reality' I see around me.
Some sketchy pairings.
Flirting, As the Party Nears Its End #littleredboots #houseparty #earlymorning #party #beer #cheers Two young folks happily chatting as they sit immediately next to each other on a sofa, hips and shoulders touching. The coffee table in front of the sofa is heavily crowded by empty beer bottles and cans. Sketch art by Don Rice. Can’t We At Least Pretend It’s a Metropolis, and We Don’t Already All Know Each Other? #midsizecityproblems #localbar #communication Two men in conversation at a bar. One is talking and gesturing with his hands while the other holds his beer, looking skeptically. Sketch art by Don Rice. (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay #brothertime #whereverthefishareitisbeautiful #nocatchtoday Two boys fishing while seated on a dock, legs hanging over the edge. Sketch art by Don Rice.
June 14, 2025 at 10:44 PM