Two Sides of Artist's Life

I found some drawings I made more than a year ago, and lo and behold, I still like them. They're a series of trees. 11 x 15, and here are three. I may continue. Feedback always appreciated.
REMOVED FOR REASONS OF SECOND GUESSING

On the more conceptual side of things, here is a list of applications I submitted over the past year (they could be drawings). The names crossed out represent rejections. If there is no mark, I haven't heard from them. The applications circled in red represent an acceptance.