The assignment, called “Hodgepodge of Failures” was to draw something difficult, and while this dog is still living, I have never drawn a dog from memory before. My drawing experience is mainly from life or from photographs. It was extremely intimidating to approach, but once I got going it came more easily. I focused on his mannerisms and distinct behaviors rather than trying to capture a photographic portrait. I’m pleasantly surprised at how much I was able to remember, even though these drawings are clearly not perfect, and will definitely try to push myself like this again.