And Finally AFRICA!

He looks so innocent here lol

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Formula One has long since been a sport dominated by men, but over the years, woman have steadily been making their mark - both in the paddock, and off track.

A Brief History of Women In F1

Maria Teresa de Filippis, the first female F1 driver.

Women have been involved in motorsports for decades, but their presence in F1 has been limited. The first female driver to race in a Formula One World Championship was Maria Teresa de Filippis, an Italian driver who competed in the 1950s.

Although she was unsuccessful in scoring any podium finishes, she made history as the first woman to race in a male-dominated sport.

After de Filippis, several women tried their luck in F1, including Lella Lombardi, who in 1975, became the first woman to score points in a World Championship race, finishing sixth at the Spanish Grand Prix. Yet, for many years, the sport remained largely a male sport, with few women breaking through.

Recent Steps Towards Gender Equality

The 2024 F1 Academy Grid

In the past decade, however, the landscape has started to shift - more women are being given opportunities in various F1 roles, and the doors are slowly opening for women to enter the sport in larger numbers.

While the number of women competing in the main sport - which is Formula One - is still small, there have been some incredible female drivers making waves in other categories.

Abbi Pulling

Abbi Pulling is a rising star in motorsport, known for her tenacity and skill on the track. She has made significant strides in junior categories like the W Series, and her determination and passion have earned her a sport in the GB3 series. Abbi is one of the young drivers representing the future of female talent in F1.

Alice Powell

Alice Powell, a former W series driver, now commentator and broadcaster, was one of, if not, the best during her run in the all-women’s series. She is also the coach and mentor to the current reigning W Series champion - Abbi Pulling.

Women And Engineering and Lead Roles

The opportunities for women in F1 are not limited to the driver’s seat. Women are making significant strides in engineering, technical roles, and team management, some of which are mentioned below.

Laura Mueller

As the newly appointed radio engineer for the Haas F1 Team in 2025, Laura Mueller is making waves in the traditionally male-dominated world of F1 engineering. Her appointment marks a significant milestone, as she becomes one of the few women to take on such a key technical role in the team.

Hannah Schmitz

Hannah Schmitz is a key figure at Red Bull Racing, serving as the team’s Strategy Director. Schmitz's leadership and expertise behind the scenes have earned her recognition, making her one of the most prominent women in Formula 1. Her ability to make critical calls under pressure has contributed to Red Bull's success on the track, solidifying her as a leading figure in the sport.

F1’s Engineering Workforce

More and more women are taking on technical roles at major F1 teams such as McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari and Mercedes. These women are excelling in areas such as aerodynamics, strategy, car design and ensuring that the sport is not just about driving, but also innovation and teamwork.

Female Mentorship and Support Networks

One of the most exciting developments in F1 is the rise of mentorship programs and support networks aimed at helping young women pursue careers in motorsport. These initiatives focus on providing young girls with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to take on roles in F1.

Programs like the “Girls on Track” initiative, led by the FIA, are giving young women the opportunity to discover motorsport and take part in competitions. The program aims to create a path for young talent to reach the highest levels of motorsport, whether in racing or technical roles.

First post :)

Will be making C.M. Aaron hotchner phone wallpapers ♡♡♡

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"From triumph to failure is but one step."

+ the usual

I love when I can include paper sketches in the process gif. It's very satisfying to see it progress from a very vague imagining of what was in my head to the finished project.

+ version without text

My favorite sketch was definitely the one where I actually put in words what it's supposed to convey. I wouldn't usually write that down, cause it's all in my head, but it was useful to do so when sending it to other people. I'll go into it more but here it is just as a teaser:

Lmao first of all, I like how I was teasing "Spanish GP" art, but as per usual, it's just thinly veiled au art. IM SORRY, I'M NOT INTERESTED IN MAKING GENERAL POSTERS, THAT'S NO FUN! So instead you will get weirdly relevant matador au art. I like it a lot though, I was really shocked I was able to draw 3 different Fernandos, I mean even drawing one figure takes a lot out of me, but this was weirdly easy?? I think it's just the effect of not being burnt out anymore, and actually being able to draw with more ease makes me feel like a god.

Okay, so the text: "Fight or Flight?" I'll be honest, I don't even remember why I chose it, literally came to me in a vision 😭 But I think it's fitting with the narrative of this piece. Is it better to keep going on, keep fighting, or better to finally give up, and flee? Not that I even remotely think he should give up, but I feel like sometimes I can sense him pondering this very question. That was the big fear before he announced that he re-signed. Keep fighting and maybe, just maybe, you'll get the chance to finally go up against the bull again. Or accept it's an uphill battle and the fighting is going to keep getting more and more strenous, and maybe it's time to put down the sword. SORRY THIS IS SO ANGSTY FOR WHAT'S SUPPOSED TO BE "yayyyy home race!!!" Please forgive me <3

I. Renault

At some point, someone pointed out to me that I had drawn all other iterations of matador Fernando with a sword, except for Renault Fernando, and that ended up feeling very poignant to me. In a bull fighting match, they really only pull out the sword at the last minute to deliver the killing blow. So I think it's important to never draw this Fernando with a sword, because it shows the unfailing confidence and stability he has at that point. He only needs to pull out the sword at the end, as a formality almost, there's no reason for him to keep his guard up at all times.

II. Ferrari

Meanwhile this Fernando, he's considering his sword like he hasn't had to in the past. He's checking the sharpness, making sure in advance he can do what needs to be done. He's on guard, he feels like he needs to keep up his defenses at all times because he doesn't have that same amount of trust and stability anymore. He knows though he will be up against the (red) bull, at least that's never in question. At least there's the assurance he'll get the chance to fight.

III. Aston

Oh, Aston Fernando....He doesn't know whether to take up his sword or finally put it down for the last time. While at least Ferrari Fernando knows he's on constant guard against the bull, this Fernando doesn't even have that assurance anymore. He feels like he can never put down the sword, just in case he gets the chance to strike the killing blow on the bull, which feels like it's growing more and more unlikely.

Spanish flag: ? Lmao this was meant to be something to celebrate Fernando's home race and it turned very introspective whoops. Also got the Napoleon quote in there hahaha, can't escape it!! Shame though there is no French gp anymore, if so I'd probably draw an unhinged thing for it :,(

my take on editing Kai from EXO he is my fave 

original work please don’t post on other sites <3

i see no difference

5 posts!

Lol I'm such a newbie lol

Its sweet though :)

Doodling el padre while watching the race

Carlooooossss