New Character Design of an Old Idea

I recently dusted off an old picture book idea and have been redesigning the characters. It is satisfying when you realize that you are improving as an artist. Not to toot my own horn, but I think this sketch is pretty adorable. No, I will not be tempted down the long dark hallway of sappy greeting card design, I was just happy to realize I designed a good character. Though I do feel compelled to draw kitties with bows and flowers and cupcakes and and and....