1. Why is texture so important to have in your sketches? So that you can see the different shades in the eagle and see how the light shines through on the picture.

2. Why is it neccessary for you to have several references of each animal and each background? Explain. So just in case the backround doesnt look right or it doesnt show enough backround you can choose a different one. And its also good so you can draw a good well detailed background

3. When you look at your sketches are you able to see which sketch is the strongest and will make the best print? How do you know this? Yes i can tell by looking at the shading, texture, composition, and the overall drawing by doing this i can find out which one will make the best print.