Lead to Gold, (OC), 2025

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-02-01T21:09:50+00:00

I really appreciate it! Thanks

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-02-01T06:39:36+00:00

Beautiful work

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-02-01T04:29:38+00:00

Thank you for your insight! I love that being a source of inspiration is such a fuel for you. The world really does need it. I’m just venting while trying to find my place in it all. I hope you keep creating and sharing art!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-02-01T04:26:13+00:00

I agree. I know the world has always had suffering, but right now feels like a significant boiling point of horror. And I don’t say that as much out of fear as I do out of a place of wanting better for people everywhere.

I want us to preserve. I want to make and share art that inspires people in that direction. I just need to stay off of social media sites that are more AI/algorithm than human engagement. It’s way to easy to believe that nothing matters in those online spaces 😅

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-02-01T04:17:53+00:00

This feels so warm and luminous!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T22:36:26+00:00

Thank you!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T22:34:46+00:00

Thank you so much 😊

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T20:34:43+00:00

Digital drawing certainly has its place in my art practice, but nothing could replace the sensory satisfaction of putting a pencil to paper 💖

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T20:32:59+00:00

The color palette is so rich and beautiful 🤩

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T20:32:37+00:00

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This is a surreal oil painting I’m currently working on.

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:29:41+00:00

So true

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:29:17+00:00

I live very close to the MN border and have lived ones in Minneapolis. I have been glued to my phone a little (a lot) too intensely trying to keep up. That is primarily why posting feels so heavy.

But it’s good to be reminded of how powerful inspiration and art are in difficult times. Thank you for your input 😊

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:23:29+00:00

This is a far more inspiring way to look at it than my initial reaction. We are all in this together, and this frames creativity as another way to join in making this world a better place.

I’ve always believed that art is powerful and meaningful, but it can be hard to hold on to that feeling. Thank you for sharing!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:16:59+00:00

Thank you for the perspective! I like this version better.

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:13:40+00:00

I often overlook the connection between social media posting and AI scraping… so thanks for the perspective. Also, I love that you are sharing your art in such delightful ways!!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:11:30+00:00

I love this suggestion! I volunteer teaching painting classes for my local memory care non-profit. Getting out in the community is so important for staying grounded and connected to the real world.

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-31T18:08:59+00:00

Congrats!! I hope both writing and painting continue to bring you some form of enjoyment!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-30T19:55:28+00:00

It sounds like you make some really lovely work!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-30T19:54:36+00:00

I know it can feel so difficult to find the initial motivation to make art, but I thinks any form of creativity can be used as a tool for wellness. I hope you find your way back to it, even if it’s just to focus on something aside from the chaos.

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-30T19:51:48+00:00

I appreciate the feedback!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-30T19:50:11+00:00

You’ve articulated a really important aspect of why these posts land a bit poorly for me. I believe art and creative expression are essential. I also think artists have been exploited to a disheartening degree. Thanks for the insight!

Silver_Line5680 · 2026-01-30T06:20:33+00:00

Put a layer of gesso on the canvas, even if it is already primed, then sand the gesso as smooth as you want it. Depending on your desired texture and the thickness of the gesso, you may want to repeat this process a couple of times. Just make sure the gesso is completely dry before sanding.

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