How the Raccoon Got His Coat

I was inspired to create this illustration after reading the Native American folk tale, ‘How the Raccoon Got His Coat’.

Raccoon had plain grey fur until he wore a mask to steal five silver rings from Raven, using his tail to carry them. They left black bands around his tail, and the torch he carried blackened his paws.

Read the full story here: How the Raccoon Got His Coat