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Impressive Pen Doodles by Lei Melendres


I've had my eye on Lei Melendres for quite some time now. Probably best known for his detailed notebook and sketchpad drawings, the 25-year-old Filipino illustrator has been featured in numerous blogs and websites because of his impeccable skill with pen and paper. Some of his works were commissioned by clients while others were made just for fun, but all of them will grab your attention.

Lei has earned thousands of fans online and his Instagram account alone boasts more than 20,000 followers. He is also the head of Doodle Art Enthusiasts (DAE), the largest doodling community in the Philippines. Seen here are several of his of recent drawings, but you can see more by scrolling through his online portfolio.





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