These are some of the pieces of ascii art by other ascii artists that have really cought my eye. Some I like for the ascii skill and artistry they show, others just because they made me smile. :)

It's really worth taking the time to look at some of the websites linked here; they contain some of the best ascii art on the web!

I've included full credits where I can. If you know what any of the missing credits should be, drop me a line? :)

More of my favourite ascii art can be found in the *** MOTD Archives***

Normand Veillieux

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