That's what they used to call a graven image, and making it is a sin

All entirely true.

If you are dead stuck with something and can't get better despite trying it's likely not you being "talentless", but the method of studying not working for you. I've told this story before, but when I was in the art college I was considered borderline hopeless when--

I would LOVE recommendations for stores (online or in the U.S.) where I can start shopping for a capsule wardrobe. I’m a femme-shaped enby, looking for classic, nicely tailored cuts and natural materials, decently constructed. Subtly weird elements are a plus.

I would LOVE recommendations for stores (online or in the U.S.) where I can start shopping for a capsule wardrobe. I’m a femme-shaped enby, looking for classic, nicely tailored cuts and natural materials, decently constructed. Subtly weird elements are a plus.

Home is where your #cat is.

Welcome back to work after your vacation. Looks like you get to -once more- explain to your coworker, who is your senior by 30+ years, that it’s important our clients actually pay us for the work we do.

The deleterious effects of not having a hobby are becoming a defining point in this cultural moment—and who is poised to help? That’s right: the autistics. Job fair day where we all set up tables explaining our deep dives and give people a hand out, a path back to society.

And this beautiful game on grief is out now! If you want to support Arab-made work about the Arab world, history, arts, and culture -especially in a time of destruction and erasure towards our people- I cannot recommend this game more. store.steampowered.com/app/3451680/...

Ever been confused about what images you can use from the internet to illustrate your research? Read our latest blog post to find out about copyright licences, image use, and why you should avoid generative AI for scientific illustrations. 🧪 #SciComm buff.ly/yyOMFUp

Artists, please don't undersell your work, especially when working with big clients. It not only devalues your own work, but it sets a precedent that will affect the other artists that the client will hire after you. If you're unsure, please speak with your colleagues, mutuals or do some research. 🙏

Drinks in Savannah with @meanderingunicorns.bsky.social

Reposting with better values.

Visiting the city where I was an art school kid 5 million (actually 16) years ago and seeing all the baby art school kids with their effortlessly, beautifully weird outfits is doing a number on me. Like, I was never cool, but I’m now really super uncool.

A very good girl. #art #petportrait

A very good girl. #art #petportrait

I saw the most perfect bulldog at the coffee shop this morning

Away from home right now and missing my fluffy babies so much 😭

Sketched my husband at a coffee shop while he played a game.

Photo of the Day: Sumatran Tiger screams at own ass Alternately known as: That Damn Tail All photos on the repository are free-to-use for artists creating derivative/transformative works (sans AI).

🧵Spotted at a Country Easter Fair in Aotearoa New Zealand: A small human (3?) is full of all the woe. Lip quivering. Mum says: "What's wrong?" Small Human wails: "There's TOO MANY THINGS and I am having VERY BIG FEELINGS!" Mum picks her up for a hug. "One bite at a time. That's how we do it." (1)

It’s time to post one of my favorite memes of the year.

My mentorships are open again for the first time since last year. I'm expanding to work with all types of creatives, not just artists, to explore things like impostor syndrome, comparison, perfectionism and more. Only 3 slots left 👉 ko-fi.com/sylessae/tiers

The internet wasn't a mistake. It saved lives. It's allowed community. It's one of the best advancements in modern history for information. The mistake was normalizing rampant cruelty and dunk culture and protecting predators and harassers over victims.

🎨 @wizardofbarge.bsky.social

Some people have comfort characters… I guess Idrissou from @trueref.bsky.social is my comfort model 😅 I just keep coming back to draw him again. Week 6 homework for @sylessae.bsky.social ‘s portrait bootcamp. #sylbootcamp #portrait #art

This was such a relief to read. Nobody wants vibe coded barely functional software - happy to see @krita.org maintainers speaking out against it.

THURSDAY ART SHOW! If you are a working artist (i.e. you depend on income from your art) just respond to this post with your non-pornographic, non-violent, non-Al generated CAT-RELATED art/ crafts and I will repost! From now until 12:00 am EST. Include any relevant links like your website or etsy!

I have a line of earrings called “thermometer go WHERE???” inspired by my now-recovered FIP kitten, who was extremely indignant about having her temperature taken at the vet. wyrdingstudios.com/search?q=the...

Brainrot has allllways been a thing... 'TV Casualty' Acrylic on wood panel.

Some people have comfort characters… I guess Idrissou from @trueref.bsky.social is my comfort model 😅 I just keep coming back to draw him again. Week 6 homework for @sylessae.bsky.social ‘s portrait bootcamp. #sylbootcamp #portrait #art

When I saw this the first time I laughed so hard I couldn’t breathe. It still hits me.

Portrait Photography Trends I Wish Would Die -a list by someone who does retouching and digital paintovers of portrait photographs full-time

It's time once more for a special annual commission offer!! This time, pay $15 for 15 minutes of my time, resulting in one p̶o̶o̶r̶l̶y̶ PERFECTLY drawn pet portrait! During the month of April, you can enjoy this special promotion, but hurry! Slots are limited! (1/2)

This is a verified GoFundMe for librarian Luanne James from the Rutherford County Library Alliance. gofund.me/f7704eb98 Read what happened to this hero: www.newschannel5.com/news/rutherf...

Kaiju Unicorn. 18" chain included. Yes it'll pair with an extender. $149 Check out my product! www.peculiarityshop.com/product-page...

the correct way to celebrate april fool's day is to surprise your favorite artists by tipping them

“There are days where you feel like you are carrying the world on your shoulders. But other days, it feels like you’re carrying the whole firmament.” — Astera [ #art #characterart #ocsky ]

My new favorite @tkingfisher.com character is Simon, the deadpan goth barista, from The Hollow Places. He so vividly reminds me of a friend of mine from college who was also a deadpan goth barista. The world needs more deadpan goth baristas.

Librarian Luanne James has been fighting to protect the privacy of queer readers & preserve youth access to books since she took this job. Let's celebrate the everyday heroes in our communities 🏳️‍⚧️

Happy #transdayofvisibility from this non-binary artist! I need support as I make a big move to escape Tennessee in the very near future for myself and my gender fluid pre-teen. After 14 years in Nashville, it’s no longer safe to live here. 💔 ko-fi.com/kellymckernan www.kellymckernan.com/shop

#Shop update alert!! Year of the #Horse and Chocolate #Frog vinyl #stickers are now available in my #Etsy store! Go get yours today! (Link in bio.)

He's not sure what to make of all this magic stuff and creatures yet. #ocsky

It should be illegal for retouching clients to ask me to “slim” the cheeks of a healthy and adorable 4-year-old girl.

"i want to study you in a lab" impulse tempered by the need to have lab grade PPE and isolation protocols for cognitohazards

Stop scrolling and enjoy a cozy moment with my cats.

art... is like gacha. sometimes you draw a good. and sometimes you draw a bad