damian’s sketchbook in batman & robin (2011) #18

(side note: one of the many reasons fraction’s writing of damian irks me beyond belief. the idea of damian being unlearned in the arts is absolutely laughable to me. damian, who when written with any kind of care, consistently is shown using the arts as an emotional outlet. who took secret acting classes. who knows how to play the violin. who referenced caravaggio in conversation in b&r11. that damian? but fraction whacks everyone in bruce’s circle with the stupid mallet because he’s only interested in them insofar as their function as vessels to further bruce’s narrative, especially damian. lol)

thomas wayne’s journal in batman & robin (2023) #20

vs damian’s current art style

batman & robin (2023) #24

also, something that was definitely unintentional but i cannot let go of as a headcanon now that i’ve noticed it: damian’s art as of current canon is somewhat reminiscent of stephanie’s artwork in batgirl ‘09 which in my steph and damian loving heart is due in part to her influence. maybe she showed him some of her drawings 🥺