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Loud Silence -READ DESCRIPTION by AutumnObsessions, literature
Literature
Loud Silence -READ DESCRIPTION
stark slence not to the living
but to the dying instead
ceasefire of all the pain that
makes me feel dead
sights of seeing ppl exploding
and hurting you inside your head
the things you're afraid of still sleep
with you in bed
creeping blinders on all of the lookers
and straight through their looking glass
you're not alright but you can still pass
for the living and there is no life without
giving
receiving answers after they've left
we can't understand life until after death
yet never giving my secrets after life
and the lies about all how much is left
death may take that away but mind paralysis
means I'll just stay locked far away
still it'll come back possibly and hopefully
one day when the light is near
fighting in the dark just to stay here
but I don't know where I am
maybe I'll just stay hidden tucked away
somewhere being self obsessed bc I'm
living still but won't do it
out of fear at least not while I'm still here
love is love as beauty dies
living and dying both create
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Community Events by moonbeam13, journal
Community Events
Our community is alive with exciting events, creative showcases, and opportunities to connect. Don’t miss out on what's happening right now—check out these latest events and jump into the fun!
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YCH Showcase - June 2025 by AlexanderPaupoff, journal
YCH Showcase - June 2025
YCH (Your Character Here) artists don't just create art; they ignite your imagination with boundless possibilities. With each stroke of their pencil or brush, they sketch a scene, a moment, a pose that invites you to envision your character within it. It's not merely a commission; it's a collaborative journey where you and the artist co-author an unforgettable experience for your character.
Welcome to this monthly feature where we spotlight the exceptional talents of YCH artists and their inspired creations. We invite you to immerse yourself in the imaginative worlds they've crafted for characters like yours. And, who knows? You might just discover a space for your own character to shine within their art!
@Graxiakaz
Community Quotes
This is so gorgeous, and I am absolutely in love with it! All the little details are spot on! Thank you so much again for drawing this for me~! - @oreana
Thank you so much again for drawing them!! They turned out absolutely perfect, I'm so in
Fan Art Friday: The Princess Bride by moonbeam13, journal
Fan Art Friday: The Princess Bride
“As you wish…”
This week, we're diving into the whimsical world of The Princess Bride — a beloved classic that blends fairy tale charm with sword fights, revenge plots, true love, and Rodents of Unusual Size. Whether you're here for the romance, the wit, or the six-fingered vengeance, this cult favourite has captured hearts for decades — and inspired an incredible range of fan art!
“Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.”
“You rush a miracle man, you get rotten miracles.”
So grab your cloak, sharpen your wit, and prepare for adventure — then check out the fan tributes that make this story almost as legendary as Westley and Buttercup’s love.
🧚♀️ View the gallery, show some love, and maybe leave a comment that would make Miracle Max proud.
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Join DeviantArt's Ambassador program! by moonbeam13, journal
Join DeviantArt's Ambassador program!
DeviantArt is proud to announce a new opportunity for deviants to contribute to the community at a deeper level! The Ambassador program is designed to give deviants a chance to bring artists together, offer ways for artists to hone their skills or try new things, and help shape the future of the community.
Deviants eligible to participate in the Ambassador program are those who are co-founders or top contributors of official DeviantArt groups or affiliated groups. There are many factors that determine whether or not deviants might be a good fit for the Ambassador program, but all potential ambassadors should:
Frequently run or organize community events
Routinely be active participants in their community
Consistently encourage and cheer on other artists
Ambassadors will have direct contact with and support from DeviantArt team members when hosting events and challenges, to help their projects thrive.
Are you ready to be a community ambassador? Fill out the application
Celebrating Deviousness - June 2025 by team, journal
Celebrating Deviousness - June 2025
The Deviousness Award is given to one deviant each month in recognition of their exemplary contributions to DeviantArt and its community, and has been a long-standing tradition since DeviantArt’s early years. @Caffinated-Pinecone is the recipient of June 2025’s Deviousness Award, so please join us in congratulating them!
From the sun-dappled forests of Northern California to the winding banks of Lake Michigan, @Caffinated-Pinecone’s creativity grows wild and free — rooted in nature, nurtured by story, and deeply entwined with community.
Her gallery feels like stumbling upon a secret glade: filled with earthy watercolors, imaginative creatures, original comics, and a world that’s both ancient and deeply personal. Whether conjuring whimsical griffins from scraps or painting quiet scenes that hum with life, her art invites you to linger and feel something real.
However, their presence stretches far beyond the canvas. Over more than a decade on DeviantArt, @Caffinated-Pinecone has
June 2025 - Community Events by moonbeam13, journal
June 2025 - Community Events
Welcome to June's roundup of community happenings across DeviantArt! From insightful tutorials to engaging contests and Pride-themed celebrations, there's something for everyone. Dive in and discover the creative opportunities awaiting you this month.
🎉 Community Highlights
Celebrating Deviousness: June 2025
Join us in honoring this month's recipient of the Deviousness Award, @Caffinated-Pinecone , for their dedication and contributions.
Pride 2025: The Fabric of Freedom
Celebrate Pride Month with us through a series of events, challenges, and features that honor the LGBTQ+ community and its creative expressions.
Horse Head Tutorial by lunameyza
Enhance your drawing skills with this detailed tutorial focusing on the anatomy and structure of a horse's head.
Group-Led Events
🎨 The Draw-It-Again Improvement Contest
Revisit an old artwork and showcase your artistic growth by redrawing it. A great way to reflect on your progress and development on DeviantArt!
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Save the Date: Q+A with Lunameyza by KovoWolf, journal
Save the Date: Q+A with Lunameyza
Leave a comment on this journal for @Lunameyza to answer during the Q&A session starting at 9AM Pacific Time on June 10th!
@Lunameyza is a digital artist who created March's tutorial on how to draw a horse head! She's hosting a Q+A session on this journal, so you can ask questions about the tutorial, her creative process, inspiration, and other art-related inquiries!
When is the Q+A?
June 10th at 9AM PST / 10AM MNT / 4PM GMT
Timezone Converted
Draw a Horse's Head!
If you haven’t tried @Lunameyza tutorial, there’s still time to draw the horse, of course! Rein in your skills and you'll whinny a new badge for your profile!
TAKE PART
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The Draw It Again Improvement Contest by BeckyKidus, journal
The Draw It Again Improvement Contest
As DeviantArt celebrates its 25th birthday, we’re looking back — not just at how far we’ve come as a community, but how far you’ve come as an artist Whether you've been here a few months or a few years, growth can sneak up on you — and this is your chance to see just how much you’ve improved!
We’re challenging you to pick a piece of art you made less than a year ago (June 2024 or later), and draw it again to show off your progress The one-year window helps level the playing field, gives newer artists a fair shot, and highlights how much you have improved within the last year alone
Let’s turn your recent artistic journey into a mini yearbook moment — one that reflects your creativity, effort, and evolution.
So for this contest, you need to redraw an artwork you have made within the last year, and turn it into a "Draw it Again" meme.
It should look something like this:
Rules:
The entry has to be in the before/after meme format. Some templates to get you started: 1 2
The
Fractal Friday Feature #FFF011 by LukasFractalizator, journal
Fractal Friday Feature #FFF011
Ever wondered what happens when math meets art?...
Welcome to my project series called Fractal Friday Feature! Once in a while, I venture into the fascinating world of fractals, showcasing the incredible talent and technicality of artists from within the community. Join us as we celebrate their latest inspiring works, foster connection within the fractal community, and perhaps even inspire you to explore the boundless possibilities of this unique art form. Let the feature begin!
That's it for this Fractal Friday Feature! Huge thanks to the artists for sharing those inspiring pieces with us, and I hope you enjoyed the showcase. Keep on fractalling!
For an additional dose of inspiration, check out last month's Fractal Friday Feature #FFF10!
See you next month,
@LukasFractalizator
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Commissions Showcase - June 2025 by AlexanderPaupoff, journal
Commissions Showcase - June 2025
Welcome to this monthly feature, where we're showcasing some of the fantastic commission options available from artists right here on DeviantArt. Each month, we'll be highlighting different creators who can bring your characters and ideas to life in ways that are as unique as they are stunning. Whether you're ready to commission your next piece or just browsing for inspiration, this series is sure to help you find the right person to bring your vision to life!
@aened
Community quotes
Beautiful artwork, amazing! I adore the colours, composition and the envisioned scene. - @snowdragon1
This is really good! I love how you've done her braid and also her eyes pop out so much :o - @Tofusenshi
Lovely work you really nailed how this armor set looks. Great job! - @Lockenheim
Gallery picks
@JCSolis-Lit
Community quotes
It's so powerful, and sometimes it feels like there's no escape. I'm proud of you for both fighting through it and expressing with us all how you
Out of the blue by daveisquiet, literature
Literature
Out of the blue
There are times I think about you
As your memory comes from out of nowhere
Your smile and softer laughter
Straight out of the blue
I often wonder
Whatever became of that camera
35 mm and a closet darkroom
Was good enough for you
I bump into Jan in September
We went and had a cup of coffee
Talk a lot about you
How you sort vanished
Last she heard you were in Colorado
Working for some paper
Alone and happy
So your sister said
I have often wondered
Why you never chose to marry
It wasn’t that your beauty
Didn’t draw them in
No I think it goes much deeper
Like your stinging sweet memory
Hits me like a freight train
Every now and then
I guess we made it those four years
Got our piece of paper
Put those books aside
And ate a slice of life
Somewhere in those days
You and I we lost our way
That all started for me in the day you said goodbye
There are times you haunt me
In the most beautiful of remembering
The sweetest pain of knowing
What I will never know
Then again I am busy
And