“Obviously, there must be some connection between the subordination of actual individuals and the grotesque exaltation of symbolic ones(...).” ― Christopher Hitchens

"Dorothea Tanning American, 1910–2012 "Birthday", 1942 Oil on canvas 40¼ x 25½ in. (102.2 x 64.8 cm.) Philadelphia Museum of Art"

Through our Puppy Exchange Program, KVHS works with community members to make sure puppies are placed into safe, loving adoptive homes while keeping mom with her family. This program is available to residents within KVHS contracting towns, & all medical care and scheduling is handled through KVHS.

Daniel Mackie - Cockerel. #Watercolour

Adoptable Brodie, yesterday, decided he was gonna plop down and enjoy the snow. A staff member captured this moment of joy. Maine.❤️ Houltonhumanesociety.us

“(. . .) a country is considered the more civilized the more the wisdom and efficiency of its laws hinder a weak man from becoming too weak or a powerful one too powerful.” ― Primo Levi

"Martin Wittfooth is known for his enigmatic paintings that meld flora and fauna to consider interconnection and nature’s endurance." www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/02/mart...

"There is no 'us' and 'them'; it's an illusion. We are all human beings, and we all have a responsibility to support one another and to discover ways of wresting the power from the very, very few people who control all the cash and all the property." -Roger Waters

"British artist Mark Oliver breathes new life into the "litter of the land" by crafting intricate, upcycled insect sculptures from discarded everyday objects. Through his imaginative series, he transforms trash into a fantastical "Litterbug" taxonomy, blending biological anatomy with urban debris."

"Multiple-headed deities, strange woodland feasts, plants with sprite-like faces, and worlds floating on animals’ backs are just a few of the dreamlike occurrences in the work of Leonora Carrington (1917-2011)." www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/02/leon...

"There is no 'us' and 'them'; it's an illusion. We are all human beings, and we all have a responsibility to support one another and to discover ways of wresting the power from the very, very few people who control all the cash and all the property." -Roger Waters

Officially introducing Yara in Maine ❤️ Yara is a 2yr old Chow Chow. At What's One More Animal Rescue. application here: form.jotform.com/232355137504...

“The degree of liberty or tyranny in any government is in large degree a reflection of the relative determination of the subjects to be free and their willingness and ability to resist efforts to enslave them.” ― Gene Sharp

Buttercup needs a foster & a forever home! She is great with other dogs, loves children and is housebroken. Buttercup will be here 2/7 to find her family. Could she be the one fur you? You can apply to adopt Buttercup at: pprorg.com/adopt FOSTER APPLICATION: pprorg.com/foster #rescuedogsofmaine

“Dictatorship, by whatever name, is founded on the doctrine that the individual amounts to nothing; that the State is the only one that counts; and that men and women and children were put on earth solely for the purpose of serving the state.” ― Harry S. Truman

Luna, Simba, Tommy, & Koko are set to take their freedom ride to Maine this month, we’re in need of fosters/adopters for each of them. These pups are dog-friendly & beyond ready for a fresh start. Pre-approved? Let us know if you want to step up! Submit your application linktr.ee/pittieposser...

New painting for The Year of the Horse exhibit at Modern Eden Gallery in San Francisco. Symbolizing perseverance and enlightenment. Opening tonight 5-8pm www.moderneden.com/search?q=Amy... "Inner Journey" Acrylic on canvas 4" x 4" #art #painting #surrealism #nature #horses #contemporaryart #snail

This girl would be perfect for the right home who appreciates a shy dog’s ability to blossom. 🌼 Dolly is a 1.5 year-old, 45-lb wire-haired mix who’s sweet, shy, and loves other confident pups! Dolly’s adoption fee is FULLY WAIVED! In Maine. Apply to adopt Dolly: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adop...

“Sometimes a people lose their right to remain silent when pressured to remain silent.” ― Criss Jami

Detail of a monochromatic group student painting project based on Franz Marc's The Foxes.

by Dani Soon

Through dynamic mixed media compositions, Michael McGrath conjures a distinctive visual language that captures both the wondrous and puzzling. www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/01/mich...

Esther Sarto

I am working tonight and tomorrow at the hopspital so here is a sneak peak of the sweet little WW Dig It, aka Digit 💗 *more info about her will be posted when there is time to add them all into the photo album. Maine Greyhound Placement Service

“Open avowal of dictatorship is much less dangerous than sham democracy. The first one can fight; sham democracy is insidious.” ― Wilhelm Reich

Kayla is a gentle soul, not a wild child. 8 months old • 35 lbs • hound-ish mix Shy at first, sweet once she feels safe — and truly blossoms with a confident dog buddy. Her adoption fee is FULLY WAIVED! Apply to adopt Kayla: www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adop...

“When we're afraid, we lose all sense of analysis and reflection. Our fear paralyzes us. Besides, fear has always been the driving force behind all dictators' repression.” ― Marjane Satrapi

Mushroom Girl by Kiko Capile

"Vietnamese-born, France-based artist Kim KototamaLune creates haunting, ethereal glass sculptures that seem to exist between worlds." Follow her work: @kimkototamalune on IG Kim KototamaLune on FB

Passion for Pets Rescue in Maine Ditch the dating apps-true love has four paws and a wagging tail! 🐾Chase- 1.7 years old, caring, sweet and loving 🥰 Trusting, Heart of gold 💛 Chase has been with us since 4/25 just waiting for someone to choose him- Chase says - “So pick me. Choose me. Love me”

“Withholding information is the essence of tyranny. Control of the flow of information is the tool of the dictatorship.” ― Bruce Coville

Snow, pine and moon glow - Eyvind Earle

Maria Fernanda Smart is a Chilean artist whose work sits beautifully at the crossroads of embroidery, photography, and drawing. Stitch by stitch, she transforms photographic images into richly textured, poetic narratives—where thread becomes emotion and fabric becomes memory. @fernanda_smart

"Kenyan artist and photographer Thandiwe Muriu work deals with identity, textile history, and female empowerment. Muriu utilizes Ankara (wax) and East African Kanga fabrics not merely as backdrops, but as vital canvases for cultural memory."

Jellybean! Basically a pig in spirit, but arguably way cuter & way more cuddly. She’s as sweet as her name, wiggles with joy, and steals hearts wherever she goes 🐷💓 She’s around 3yo, 45lb, dog friendly,& scientifically proven to make everyone fall in love instantly. Maine linktr.ee/pittieposser...

“And as an afterthought, this too must be told: Some people have taken pure bullshit and turned it into gold.” ― Neil Young

Ohotaq Mikkigak (1936–2014) "Ohotaq Mikkigak was a distinguished Inuit artist from Kinngait (Cape Dorset), Nunavut. A long-time contributor to the West Baffin Eskimo Co-operative, he was celebrated for his evocative drawings and prints."

The original sold but there are prints! Some are using them for marches!

"Based in the coastal beauty of South Carolina, mixed-media artist Jeanette Janson breathes new life into the forgotten through her captivating assemblage dolls."

“A branch, a trunk, or a tangle of shrubs can spontaneously suggest figures, presences, animals, or movements,” Rodolfo Liprandi says." www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/01/rodo...

Say hello to the sweet dogs at our Edgecomb, Maine, Campus! 🐶 If you are interested in learning more about these dogs, visit the Dogs page on our website to read more! Adoptions for our Edgecomb Campus start with applications online! Midcoast Humane Society 🥰

“Care: not carnage Love: not loathing Peace: not pieces” ― Maddy Kobar

This is Lucy, a 15 month old crate-trained and potty-trained dog we are fostering, in Maine, for Rescue Charlie's Friends. As you can see she likes checking out the world outside and she is a smart and affectionate pup. Go to the Rescue Charlie’s website for an application.

“We hippies talked of peace and love, and the good men we championed fell because of violence and hatred.” ― Gerald Maclennon

"Javier Jaén is an amazing designer who creates artwork for editorials, covers of magazines and books, etc. This one is Rethink Plastic for Barron's."

"Russian street artist Fruktyvrukty (often stylized as Frukty) is well-known for their whimsical "Mushroom Ballerinas" series."

"We have so many amazing (and adorable) dogs looking for homes! Tap the link and apply today" ❤ linktr.ee/pittieposser...

“I'm afraid, based on my own experience, that fascism will come to America in the name of national security.” ― Jim Garrison

Bethany Breslin

Super sweet Ally is going to have her spay soon and will be available for adoption after she has recovered. Maine Greyhound Placement Service for more information.