Colored Pencil Drawing of a Jumping Dolphin in a Sketchbook

This item is an original work of art executed in what appears to be colored pencil and possibly graphite on white artist's paper, contained within a spiral-bound sketchbook. The central subject is a leaping dolphin, rendered with careful attention to tonal gradients and anatomical form. The dolphin features a blend of dark greys and charcoals along its dorsal surface, transitioning to lighter greys on the ventral side. Behind the aquatic mammal is a horizontal band of warm hues—yellows, oranges, and light browns—suggesting a sunset or sunrise over a coastline or sea. The paper exhibits a slight texture consistent with medium-tooth drawing paper. The composition is centered but remains unfinished, as evident by the large areas of white negative space above and below the central imagery, as well as faint, un-colored pencil outlines visible in the upper section of the page. The craftsmanship indicates a student or hobbyist level of skill, focusing on realism and blending. The condition is generally good, though there are minor smudges near the edges of the drawing area and some slight buckling of the paper, likely due to pressure applied during the coloring process. No artist signature or date is immediately visible on the page. The sketchbook itself features a black wire-o binding at the top.