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My name is Alexandra. I help build I Write Like, a text editor. Unless one is a tech giant, the chances of people discovering their creation are slim, regardless of how wonderful the creation is. I wanted to change that, so I came to Mastodon.
I’m a writer. I share my short stories and poems, often illustrated with my own art and photography. I'm also interested in #science, #history, and #music.
I’m fairly new here and still learning.

#Writing #Art

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Slow starts. #grickledoodle #witch #wizard #magic #coffee #cartoon #art #drawing #funny

A cartoon illustration of a witch and wizard with their little bat pet sleepily having coffee in their apartment. Caption reads "There was absolutely no magic in the household until at least the second cup."

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Harlem, Manhattan - Fifth Avenue at 125th Street 🚇…🍃…🎨

#NYC #Art #Photography

A color, wide-angle photograph in portrait orientation that captures a tall brick wall along Fifth Avenue in the East Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan near sunset. The wall rises into a deep blue twilight sky, showcasing a blend of commercial history and modern street art. Four large, rectangular neon signs are mounted vertically on the wall, glowing brilliantly against the darkening brick. From top to bottom, the signs display the phrases "BE KIND" in pink, "BE WELL" in white, "BE SAFE" in bright orange, and "BE LOVE" in vibrant green. The neon light reflects slightly against the inner frames of the boxes, creating a saturated, luminous effect that contrasts sharply with the weathered textures of the building. To the left, a vertical green banner features white lettering that reads "SHOP THE NEW HARLEM EAST." Above and around the neon signs, the wall is covered in layers of faded painted advertisements for jewelry and salons, alongside large-scale grey and black graffiti tags. A white arrow points toward the left on the lower brick portion, while delicate, dormant vines creep up the surface.

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1y

Chooms, today I want to proudly show you why the Fediverse is top-notch.

I always wanted to learn to draw, but I never quite managed to create something cool. In the Fediverse, I frequently saw people learning things that seemingly brought them joy, and that motivated me so much that I started learning to create artworks about a year ago. I began with drawing and then moved on to vectors (which suit me better), and thanks to your feedback, I kept improving (at least that's what I believe).

And now comes a twist: thanks to the community, this amazing artwork came to life. I've occasionally posted its development locally on this instance, and everyone who gave feedback has been immortalized in my artwork.

I present to you, Ivy. A street kid from Night City, she helps you with every gig and hangs out with you at the place where the former legends of the CORTEX IMPLANT and HACKERS TOWN gang used to meet!

I spent two weeks working on this artwork, and every minute was a joy! So much fun that you can even get prints to hang in your space - if you’d like.

A3 Print / A6 Postcard / Ivy Sticker/ Crystal Cyber Sticker

#Art #Cyberpunk #Print

The image is a poster featuring an animated character with short purple hair sitting on a rooftop ledge against an urban cityscape background. The character is wearing a sleeveless white top with text, blue pants, and white sneakers. There is graffiti on the ledge.

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The image shows a section of an animated figure, focusing on the lower legs and feet of a character wearing white sneakers and blue clothing. The character is against a wall covered with colorful graffiti text and symbols.

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The image shows a poster with graffiti on a wall and a drawing of a person sitting. The focus is on the person's lower legs and feet, wearing white sneakers. Graffiti includes various colorful words and designs.

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And here's how it's looking before I pack up for bed :)

#Mandala #Painting #Gouache #Art

An intricate mandala with leafy flowery patterns repeating around a circle, partly painted in shades of blue, teal, and red. There's a jar of water and a tray of jelly gouache paints on the table above.

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233d

She smiled inside, and the warmth of that emotion added a fluidity and grace to all her movements.

Magenta canvas print -- https://fineartamerica.com/featured/magenta-steve-henderson.html?product=canvas-print

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #dance #dancer #woman #beauty #grace #magenta #pink #wallart #impressionist #painting #notai #noai #homedecor #mastodonart #artist

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It wasn't a mighty and enormous river, one with a name that everyone recognized worldwide. But that didn't mean that it didn't make a difference as it flowed through its landscape, didn't have a purpose in its journey, or didn't deserve to exist.

Because, you know, Big isn't the only size tht rivers come in.

Gentle Flow in Zion canvas print -- https://fineartamerica.com/featured/gentle-flow-in-zion-steve-henderson.html?product=canvas-print

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #zion #utah #river #nature #travel #hiking #water #nationalpark

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230d

I send thanks to the buyer from Washington who purchased a framed canvas print of

Canyon Silhouettes -- https://fineartamerica.com/featured/canyon-silhouettes-steve-henderson.html?product=canvas-print

May the artwork take you to a place of silence, calmness, serenity, and peace.

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #arizona #travel #hiking #nationalpark #USA #canyon #landscape #painting #fedigiftshop #sale #nature #southwest #view #panorama #wallart #canvas #print #homedecor #decor

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231d

May your evening and your weekend be filled with serenity and peace.

Evening on the Patit art print -- https://fineartamerica.com/featured/evening-on-the-patit-steve-henderson.html?product=art-print

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #rural #country #evening #nature #landscape #painting #trees #washington #farm #ranch #fedigiftshop #wallart #homedecor #print #artist #peace #serenity #river #hills

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1y

Discover the Self-Taught Genius of Leonardo da Vinci

By Shiori Chen

https://mymodernmet.com/self-taught-leonardo-da-vinci/

Leonardo da Vinci at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1629

#books #art #history

Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Author (1452-1519)
Treatise on painting, by Leonardo da Vinci : published in Paris in 1651 by Raphael du Fresne : with a portrait of Leonardo da Vinci and explanatory drawings

This portrait is based on an engraving by Raphael Morghen (1758–1833), an Italian engraver known for his detailed and refined prints. Morghen's engraving itself was inspired by what was believed to be a self-portrait of Leonardo da Vinci. However, the accuracy of this attribution has been debated by art historians.

The original self-portrait attributed to Leonardo is a red chalk drawing on paper (circa 1512), housed in the Royal Library of Turin, Italy. It depicts an elderly man with long hair and a flowing beard, often considered to represent Leonardo in his later years.

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230d

Open Plan

https://justin-farrimond.pixels.com/featured/open-plan-justin-farrimond.html

Voreda House in Penrith, Cumbria.
Britain's first true 'Open Plan' office opened on Christmas Day 2025 after being delayed for over 12 years and going almost 2 billion pounds over budget. The building, which houses the Penrith Metropolitan Council, allows workers to work outdoors without leaving the building.*

#PhotoOfTheDay #Photography #Art #Print #Retrofit #Construction #Architecture

*click link for further details

Colour photograph showing the construction retrofit of a building in Cumbria, England.

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120d

Some days, you just don't want to be busy. Efficient. Pro-active. Intentional. Purpose driven. Or driven in any fashion.

Banking on the Columbia canvas print -- https://www.pictorem.com/2671946/banking-on-the-columbia/

Free shipping in the U.S. and Canada.

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #boating #weekend #peace #peaceful #autumn #nature #travel #river #washington #oregon #quiet #calm #wallart #decor #fedigiftshop

Waiting room with a picture of a canoe berthed at the edge of the promontory.

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1y

The black on this mug comes from terra sigillata made from a ball of manganese-rich New Mexico clay my friend gave me. After they’re done firing, I lightly sand the exterior of each mug with a fine-grain sandpaper. The handles become smooth and soft to the touch.
#pottery #ceramics #handmade #craft #art

An artful, handmade mug by Osa Atoe. It is narrower at the top than at the bottom and is painted matte black and dark red with faded aqua accents. The handle is black, fluid and smooth. There is a white chevron band of decoration along the bottom.

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Side view of the same mug. From this angel, we see two aqua Vs pointing up and down at each other and dark red triangles pointing left and right at each other, all converging in the center. The background is black. There are small tactile dotted details as well.

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1y

I painted my childhood stuffed animal, Bear, coming out of the TARDIS! This was a challenge to myself to see if I could paint from imagination.

I can paint your plushie! Check it out here: https://www.joyousjoyness.com/products/custom-painted-stuffed-animal-portrait-pre-order-starting-at-300?utm_source=mastodon

#doctorwho #art #plushie

Photo of an old pink teddy bear in a circle at the top. Below is the same teddy bear plushie stepping out of the TARDIS. There is a strong beam of yellow light coming out of the TARDIS. The artist's signature and watermark @joyousjoyfuljoyness are at the bottom left.

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1y

#OTD in 1875.

Bizet's Carmen premiered at the Opéra-Comique in Paris, with mezzo-soprano Célestine Galli-Marié in the title role. It is an opera in four acts by the French composer Georges Bizet. The libretto was written by Henri Meilhac and Ludovic Halévy, based on the novella of the same title by Prosper Mérimée.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carmen

Carmem at IMSLP:
https://imslp.org/wiki/Carmen_(Bizet,_Georges)

#art #music #literature

Lithograph of act 1 in the premiere performance of Bizet's Carmen, by Pierre-Auguste Lamy, 1875.

The scene portrays a bustling street in Seville, outside a tobacco factory (indicated by the sign "Fábrica de Tabaco" on the building to the right). The image features a group of women, likely representing the female cigarette factory workers, dressed in traditional Spanish attire with full skirts and shawls.

In the foreground, a seated soldier appears to be engaged with something in his hands, possibly representing Don José, one of the opera’s main characters. The composition includes a large arched bridge in the middle ground, adding depth and perspective, while the background shows classic European architecture with multiple buildings and towers.

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1y

Yesterday I tried to answer that age old question: Can I cast a chainlink fence with #handmadepaper?
(The jury is still out)
#Art #ContemporaryArt

Irregular shaped relief sculpture made of light green handmade paper dried on a chainlink fence. The diagonal lines going in one direction are very prominent, but the lines in the other direction are hardly visible.

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228d

#notesArt #mastoArt #art #illustration

A snowy landscape; a colorless world of different grays. Footprints in the snow lead towards a small cabin in the immediate distance. The roof of the cabin is covered with thick snow. Smoke is coming out of the cabin's chimney. The cabin is surrounded by woods. A very dim, foggy treeline is visible behind the cabin. The painting is signed "Chris Silverman".

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1y

I send thanks to the buyer from Alabama who purchased a framed print of

Lights of Matera -- https://2-steve-henderson.pixels.com/featured/lights-of-matera-steve-henderson.html?product=framed-print

May the artwork take you to a place of peace and contemplation, a place of mystery and history that transcends trends and tech.

#italy #travel #europe #art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #fedigiftshop #vacation #town #historic #history #sale #sunset #lights #peace

Framed print of an original oil painting depicting an historic Italian town.

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She walked at her own pace, in her own way, thought her own thoughts, and refused to copy others, stumble in and out of trends, live in fear, or keep up on the "news."

And she found that she was quite content.

Light of Zion framed print -- https://www.pictorem.com/2682355/light-of-zion/

Free shipping in the U.S. and Canada.

#art #artwork #mastoart #fediart #buyintoart #ayearforart #zion #utah #beauty #nature #outside #outdoors #wallart #homedecor #decor #fedigiftshop #adventure #independence #freedom

Woman walking through Zion National Park.

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Printmaking skills of Manet, Van Gogh and more celebrated in Bath show

Exhibition explores how artists mainly known for their paintings helped revive a skill that had fallen out of fashion

By Steven Morris

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/may/17/printmaking-manet-van-gogh-whistler-bath-exhibition

Books about Impressionism at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/subject/3050

#Books #Art #Culture

Digging in a Potato Field, Black Chalk (1885).

09:37Claude responded: Van Gogh pencil sketch of a stooped peasant digging with a spade in a field, buildings visible on the horizon.Van Gogh pencil sketch of a stooped peasant digging with a spade in a field, buildings visible on the horizon.

https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincent_van_Gogh#/media/Datei:Grabender-1.jpg

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231d

Surf’s Up! 🌊 Soft coastal colors, beachy calm, and a touch of wanderlust 🌴🎨 https://1-lisas-baker.pixels.com/featured/surfs-up-lisa-s-baker.html

#BuyIntoArt #SurfArt #CoastalDecor #BeachVibes #TropicalArt #SummerMood #LisaSBakerArt #ArtForSale #Pixels #FineArtAmerica #Art #MastoArt #FediArt #Fediverse

A trio of retro boards stands tall against a dreamy indigo shoreline, framed by palm trees and the hush of incoming waves. Art by Lisa S Baker.

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228d

Some spring cuteness for Sunday, Have a good one! ❤️

Little Ducky Bloom, available here: https://1-lisas-baker.pixels.com/featured/little-ducky-bloom-lisa-s-baker.html

#duck #ducklings #spring #tulips #pink #cuteness #sweet #bird #birds #birdsofmastodon #duckart #birdart #art #arte #artwork #wallart #homedecor #artforhome #artforsale #buyintoart #artprints #canvasprints #mastoart #fediart #fediverse #Easter #soft #delicate #cuteanimals #fowl #waterbirds

Little Ducky Bloom by Lisa S. Baker

Two fluffy ducklings peek curiously through a cheerful bouquet of soft pink tulips, their sweet expressions full of innocence and wonder. The delicate florals and feathery textures blend beautifully in a soft watercolor style, evoking the gentle charm of springtime.

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228d

Soft petals and wide-eyed wonder 🌸🐰 "Little Bunny Bloom" is bursting with spring sweetness and gentle charm. A perfect pop of whimsy for your wall or a thoughtful gift that brings smiles.

Available as art prints, canvas, cards & more, here: https://1-lisas-baker.pixels.com/featured/little-bunny-bloom-lisa-s-baker.html

#BuyIntoArt #BunnyArt #SpringVibes #PinkTulips #WhimsicalArt #AnimalLovers #EasterDecor #FineArtPrints #bunny #spring #pink #flowers #art #cute #rabbit

A soft, wide-eyed brown bunny sits among delicate pink tulips, its fur detailed and fluffy against a light watercolor-style background. The overall tone is gentle, whimsical, and springlike, with a dreamy blend of realism and charm.

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Need a little cozy joy in your space? 🐰☕ Add some warmth to your walls (or your morning routine)! Cup of Bunnies, Available here: https://1-lisas-baker.pixels.com/featured/cup-of-bunnies-lisa-s-baker.html

#BuyIntoArt #BunnyArt #GiftIdea #WhimsicalArt #cozy #mugs #prints #rabbits #art #bunny #rabbit #hare #coffee #tea #kitchenart #art #arte #artwork #wallart #homedecor #artforhome #artforsale #mastoart #fediart #fediverse #creativeToots #bunnyart #animals #mammals #cute

Cup of Bunnies by Lisa S. Baker

Two charming rabbits sit side by side, sipping from brightly colored mugs in a cozy and vibrant scene. With bold brushwork and rich color tones, this playful moment feels both modern and endearing-perfect for anyone who appreciates a little humor in their art. Art is being displayed in a thick walnut frame with mat.

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1y

I was listening to a podcast where the guest argued: when it comes to art, today's AI is like a tool, but in the future, maybe it could be an artist.

As he explained why, it became clear why I disagree with him. He defines "art" as a product that is valued by art critics and by consumers. I agree that AI generated content may become more common and broadly accepted in the future, but I don't think that's a good thing, and I wouldn't call it art!

I see art as more of an activity than a product. An artist does art. Whatever the output of that process is, valuable or not, is also called "art."

Am I saying only humans can make art? Not at all. But to be "art" it has to be self-expression. The artist must have something to say. As long as we are designing the AI, training it, and prompting it, then it will be a tool. Without us it has no initiative, no opinion, and no creative urge.

#ai #art

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