Illustration
A Boy with Monsters
Niko scanned the dimly lit dining room where his relatives had gathered. They all sang “Happy Birthday” slightly off-key as his dad brought over a cake shaped like a baseball with two flickering candles on top. Niko’s gaze fixated on the wax candles shaped into the numbers one and three, their flames dancing with a gentle breeze. When the song ended, and the cake was placed before him, Niko closed his eyes and extinguished the two candles with a single breath. Smoke swirled around him as his family erupted in cheers and applause.
By Timberly Price3 years ago in Art
The Artistry of Painted Prose: Engaging the Senses through Vivid Descriptions
Section 1: The Essence of Painted Prose Painted prose, often referred to as descriptive prose, is a literary technique that emphasizes the use of vivid and expressive language to create immersive imagery and evoke sensory experiences. Unlike bare-bones prose that focuses solely on conveying information, painted prose infuses narratives with vibrant colors, textures, sounds, smells, and tastes. It engages the reader's senses, transporting them into the heart of the story and allowing them to experience its world on a deeper level. Through carefully chosen words and detailed descriptions, authors paint a vivid canvas in the reader's mind, transforming mere words into an art form.
By Ndlangamandla Thulasizwe3 years ago in Art
A Digital Character Sketch: Shadowsithe Ghoststrike
Back in September of 2021, I was enjoying a day in World of Warcraft. There is an option to make and join custom groups, and I was scrolling through to see if there were any I wanted to join in on. Usually I don't; at best, I might see someone is looking for a rare mob or a pet that the hunter class like to tame and then, if I feel up to looking for that rare, I might go look for them on my main realms and help that person get the mount/pet they're seeking.
By Megan Baker (Left Vocal in 2023)3 years ago in Art
Words & Pictures
I bite my plastic straw as I suck overly-sweet iced vanilla latte into my mouth, unreasonably nervous and hyper-caffeinated (not the best combination). I’m trying to draw the ‘50s-style stool at the counter, but my sketch looks more like a weird robot with wonky legs. I am a terrible artist, and this person is going to see right through me immediately; there’s no way they’re going to want to work with me. My leg bobs up and down, which is not helping my jittering hands or pounding heart. I shouldn’t be here–it’s Wednesday! I should be at my comic shop picking up new releases. I’m just about to get up and run for the door when the person I’m meeting walks in. I recognize them from their profile pic–they have straight, shoulder-length brown hair, round glasses, and a curvy figure. They’re wearing a green shirt under denim overalls. Their gray eyes are piercing. They spot me immediately and make a bee-line for my table and I somehow manage not to curse out loud.
By Bex Jordan3 years ago in Art
The Sisters' Feast
The sisters sat upon their bench, using flowers from the garden to create garlands that would hang in the hallways and from the windows. It was a tradition and their garden never failed to amaze. It was always bountiful, blooming in the brightest colors with the richest scents.
By Katrina Thornley3 years ago in Art
B.I. Mona Lisa
“Mona, you keep moving. You will need to hold very still.” “How still, Mr. Leo?” “Still like my stargazing eyes, or my steady hand. Watch, as it intrinsically strokes and caresses the page with all these magnificent symmetrical shapes and color. Marvelous! How about it, Mona?”
By Beautiful Intelligence3 years ago in Art
Mona Lisa: The Story Behind the Enigmatic Smile- Leonardo da Vinci
Introduction: In the bustling city of Florence during the Italian Renaissance, a young woman named Lisa Gherardini lived a humble life. Little did she know that her existence would be forever immortalized through the brushstrokes of a genius artist named Leonardo da Vinci. This is the story of Mona Lisa, a woman whose enigmatic smile and mysterious gaze would capture the hearts and imaginations of people for centuries to come.
By Eric Bassey3 years ago in Art
"Brushes of Mirza Shabbir: Unveiling the Enigmatic Artist". Content Warning.
Historically, many artists have incorporated mysterious elements into their art. For example, the enigmatic smile of Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci has puzzled art enthusiasts for centuries, sparking numerous interpretations and theories. Salvador Dalí's surrealist works, such as "The Persistence of Memory," often feature dreamlike and bizarre imagery that elicits a sense of mystery and the subconscious.
By Pro. Mirza Shabbir3 years ago in Art
The Dance of the Dragon: A Tale Inspired by Zhang Daqian's 'Splashed-Color Landscape
In the heart of the Sichuan province, nestled between the towering peaks of the Qingcheng Mountains, lies a village untouched by time. This is the setting of our tale, a story inspired by the vibrant and evocative "Splashed-Color Landscape" by Zhang Daqian.
By SHENLANBAI3 years ago in Art
Mr.Big B : A Cyberborg!
Life passes us in a breeze. It bears upon us, light feathers to glide us thro' smooth sails; floating us above looming floods; gently winding us down to a momentary halt. Calming down and taking one thing to another, we pause and pray; and then, with gladdened hearts, pleased,we swing and sway.
By Madhu Goteti 3 years ago in Art
