Curl can be gentle or forceful~ something resting, or something gathering before release. It shows up in nature constantly: leaves, smoke, waves, hair, claws, spirals. Rarely straight, almost always moving. Even time curls~ bringing us back to places, ideas, or versions of ourselves we thought we moved past. How does curl show up for you? Is it soft? Protective? Tense? Transforming? Is it closing in… or beginning to unfurl? Exercises / Prompt: - Create using only curved or flowing lines (no straight edges) - Explore something coiled vs something unfurling - Interpret “curl” through motion, tension, or release - Write or sketch a moment that returned or repeated in your life - Soften something rigid by translating it into curves Let it twist, gather, or release.

This week’s prompt is Swift. Think movement, reaction, or change~ something that happens in a blink. Is it speed? Precision? Escape? Transformation? You can take this literally or metaphorically: – A swift current – A sudden decision – A fleeting moment – A sharp turn in a story Let it be quick, instinctive~ and don’t overthink it. Sometimes great work comes from that first, immediate response~ so don't hesitate~! Drop your WIPs, sketches, or finished pieces below 👇 Let’s see where Swift takes you.

Let’s talk about commissions as artists for a second~ ^_^ Not every artist has to take on commissions~ and honestly, not every artist should. Commissions come with structure, expectations, revisions, and sometimes a level of direction that doesn’t fit how everyone likes to create. Some artists thrive in that space. Others feel completely boxed in by it. Both sides are understandable~ For me personally, I actually enjoy the play room within commissions. I like starting with an idea~ sometimes something small like a bookmark or a quick mockup~ and then letting it evolve into something bigger over time. There’s a bit of collaboration in it, but also a challenge in translating someone else’s vision through your own voice. That said, I’ve learned that the way you approach commissions matters just as much as whether you take them at all: - Setting clear expectations upfront - Leaving room for your own artistic interpretation - Knowing when to say yes… and when to say no Commissions can be a great way to build relationships, stretch your skills, and create work you might not have made otherwise~ but they should still feel aligned with you as an artist. Curious where everyone else stands~ do you enjoy commissions, avoid them, or are you somewhere in between?

What are you in the middle of right now? Not the finished piece~ Not the polished version~ Your current work as it is~ Drop your WIP below 👇 Sketches, drafts, half-finished pieces, experiments~ all of it is welcome here. If you’re stuck, even better~ tell us where you’re at. Sometimes all you need is a shift in perspective from a different point of view~ ^_^ Let’s see what everyone’s building this week~ 🛠️✨

A simple word… that rarely means just one thing~ Sometimes a fee. Sometimes it’s dismissal. Sometimes it’s survival. Sometimes it’s the space between what we feel and what we’re willing to say. But “fine” can also mean something else entirely~ Delicate lines. Careful detail. Precision. Filigree. The quiet mastery of something refined over time. This week, explore fine from any angle you want: Is it emotional? Is it technical? Is it textural? Is it honest… or hiding something? You could create: – Work built on fine lines and intricate detail – Something physically fragile or visually subtle – A contrast between “fine” and "thick" There’s no single interpretation here~ and that’s the point. Sometimes the smallest words carry the most. And if you're open to sharing, please post below~ ^_^