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Finding the New Green by QuillandInkWhispers, literature
Literature
Finding the New Green
Damp earth opens to the light today,
Dark and heavy with the scent of old frost.
I walk the fence in the early mist,
Finding the new green in the dirt.
Mossy velvet grips the north side of the oak,
A low, green rug for the beetles to climb.
Mint-light cuts through the new leaves,
Staining the rough bark with a quiet strength.
Sharp spears of grass break the asphalt,
Drinking the cold rain from a Tuesday sky.
Silver ribbons tie the garden to the clouds,
Holding the wild world in a tight, wet knot.
Nothing is missing; the land is whole.
A restless green climbs the stems,
And the slow work of the light has just begun.
© 2026 QuillandInkWhispers, All Rights Reserved
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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
Meet Our Ambassadors and Affiliated Groups by moonbeam13, journal
Meet Our Ambassadors and Affiliated Groups
DeviantArt Ambassadors are community leaders who bring artists together--hosting events, supporting creativity, and helping their communities thrive.
Each affiliated group is powered by passionate Ambassadors who keep their corner of DeviantArt active, welcoming, and full of inspiration. 💙
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Fan Art Friday: Heated Rivalry by moonbeam13, journal
Fan Art Friday: Heated Rivalry
This week’s Fan Art Friday is turning up the heat with Heated Rivalry, the beloved hockey romance by Rachel Reid. From stolen glances across the rink to years of tension that refuse to cool, this story gave us one of the most unforgettable rivalries in romance.
The chemistry between Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov is electric, complicated, and impossible to ignore. What starts as competition on the ice becomes something far more intense behind closed doors. Whether you fell for the sharp banter, the secret meetings, or the slow unraveling of two guarded hearts, this series has given fandom plenty to scream about.
Time to celebrate your favorite moments, scenes, and interpretations through fan art!
[DEVIATION]
“You’re my favorite,” Ilya whispered.
“I’m not ashamed of this. I’m not ashamed of you.” - Shane
Rivalries this heated don’t just stay on the page -- they leap off it. This week, we’re celebrating the art, the angst, and the sparks that make Heated Rivalry
Community Events - March 2026 by moonbeam13, journal
Community Events - March 2026
March is all about energy, creativity, and diving headfirst into the fun of making. From colorful photo hunts to quirky challenges, fan fiction, and tutorials that push your skills, this month invites you to experiment, explore, and celebrate your imagination. Whether you’re creating for joy, community, or a little friendly chaos, there’s something here to inspire you.
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✨ Community Highlights
[EMOTE]Celebrating Deviousness - March 2026
For more than 16 years, @augenweide has been a steady and inspiring presence in the photography community. His black and white landscapes are studies in patience and restraint, inviting us to slow down and really see what’s in front of us. We’re proud to celebrate him as March’s Deviousness recipient.
[EMOTE] Group-Led Events
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Palette Photo Hunt Challenge
Spring is here, and so is Holi! Snap photos inspired by a free color palette, turn them into a collage, and show off your festival of colors.
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Wishing Wells
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WATN: Wall-E by HDdeviant, journal
WATN: Wall-E
CHALLENGE ENTRIES NO LONGER ACCEPTED, YOU CAN STILL DO THE ACTIVITY
Human writing only please - No AI generated entries in this group.
Check out @DeviantAI for AI specific contests. Thanks!
[DEVIATION]
Join @CRLiterature in reporting on some of our favorite fictional unknowns by writing fun fan fictions based on popular films and television shows 📽️📺 Ponder pop culture’s most perplexing puzzles as we prompt you to provide fans with a satisfying conclusion to cliffhangers and open-ended mysteries in 250 words or less 🧑💻🤩 Get inspired to write about worlds you know and love & you might just pick up some rewards along the way 🏅🏆
In the far future a purposeful robot named Wall-E made an intrepid adventure for love, making friends along the way and having an unforeseen influence on the balance of nature.
Here is a glimpse of his life
https://youtu.be/bpqVe3GvUZU?si=PHNfTGiRL4xhzVsS
[VIDEO]
If you need more information on his life you are free to read the screenplay to a film about his
Meet the Community Team by moonbeam13, journal
Meet the Community Team
Behind the scenes, a mix of staff and passionate Community Volunteers work together to spotlight amazing art from across DeviantArt.
[EMOTE] What’s a Daily Deviation?
Every day, we feature standout artwork from the community -- these are called Daily Deviations (or DDs!).
Our team helps discover and suggest pieces across a wide range of categories so all kinds of creativity get their moment to shine.
[EMOTE] Staff
@moonbeam13 - All areas
@KovoWolf - All areas
[EMOTE] Community Volunteers
Our volunteers each focus on the areas they know and love:
@AlexanderPaupoff - Adoptables, Anime & Manga, Anthro, Digital Art, Literature
@BeckyKidus - Stock & Resources, Traditional Art, Tutorials
@Ellysiumn - Digital Art, Stock & Resources, Photomanipulation, Wallpaper
@iingo - Anime & Manga, Pixel Art
@Kat-Zaphire - Synthography (AI), Digital Art, Photomanipulation
@Malintra-Shadowmoon - Synthography (AI), Artisan Crafts, Literature, Traditional Art
@Pascua-Tanya - Fan Art
@phoenixleo - Anime
Fan Art Friday - The Magicians by moonbeam13, journal
Fan Art Friday - The Magicians
Fillory is calling! This week’s Fan Art Friday is dedicated to The Magicians, the beloved TV series inspired by Lev Grossman’s novels. From Brakebills classrooms to spell-casting chaos, complex friendships, and worlds that refuse to stay neatly separated, The Magicians has inspired artists to explore magic that’s messy, emotional, and deeply human. We’re showcasing fan art that captures the heart, humor, and heartbreak of the series.
“Did I do something brave to save my friends, or did I finally find a way to kill myself?”
— Quentin Coldwater
“Life is basically a solo sport. But sometimes you need a team.”
— Eliot Waugh
Whether you fell in love with the characters, the worlds, or the beautifully broken way magic works, the fandom continues to keep The Magicians alive through art. Thank you to everyone sharing their passion, creativity, and love for this series because magic may not fix everything, but art helps us feel it all.
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We're looking for new Community Volunteers! by moonbeam13, journal
We're looking for new Community Volunteers!
Our volunteer team helps spotlight amazing artwork across DeviantArt—especially through Daily Deviations -- and supports the community by surfacing hidden gems, celebrating creators, and keeping inspiration flowing across the site.
Right now, we’re especially hoping to connect with people who have a strong eye in:
Anthro
Photography
Literature
That said, we’re absolutely open to hearing from anyone who feels passionate about discovering and sharing great work. If you love exploring the site, noticing details others might miss, and uplifting creators -- you might be exactly who we’re looking for!
Volunteers help shape what gets seen and celebrated, and it’s a great way to get more involved in the community while supporting artists you love.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you 💚
[DEVIATION]
March 2026 Community Group challenges by moonbeam13, journal
March 2026 Community Group challenges
Each month, Community Groups across DeviantArt host creative challenges for their members, offering an opportunity to earn that month’s shared Profile badge.
[DEVIATION]
🌊 March theme: Art in motion
Make art inspired by change, reflection, and the creative momentum that carries us from one season to the next. Experiment and capture the flow of transition in your work!
[DEVIATION]
🎨 March 2026 Community Group challenges
@DevNews - March Group Badge Challenge
@Traditionalists - March Badge Challenge: Art in Motion
@StockandResources - Tips, Tricks and Tutorials: The Challenge
@CRPhotography - March in Motion challenge
@CRLiterature - Earn a badge for your Words in Motion
🏅 How to earn the badge
Participate in any of the challenges listed above and follow the instructions in that Group’s journal. When you’re done creating and ready to submit your deviation, make sure to include #ArtinMotion under Tags before submission.
[DEVIATION]
Once your deviation’s live, you can
Earth Day Challenge: Measure a Tree! by HDdeviant, journal
Earth Day Challenge: Measure a Tree!
Shh… Mama Earth doesn’t know we’re measuring her tallest green kids! Grab some cardboard, a coin, and a string, and help us estimate the height of a tree—no climbing required. Celebrate Earth Day with a little DIY science and a lot of fun!
✂️ Build Your Clinometer
You’ll need: cardboard, protractor, ruler, pencil, string, tape, small weight (like a coin).
Quick steps:
Trace your protractor onto cardboard
Mark a few angles (0°, 45°, 90° is enough!)
Cut it out and poke a hole at the center
Tie string through the hole and attach a coin
✅ When you hold it up, the string should hang straight down
EXAMPLE WITH ADDED INSTRUCTIONS PLUS PHOTOGRAPHIC AIDS
[DEVIATION]
🌳 Measure Your Tree
Stand back and measure your distance from the tree
Measure your eye height (ground → your eyes)
Find your angle
Hold the clinometer at eye level
Look at the top of the tree
Read the angle where the string points
🧮 Quick & Easy Math
Step-by-step:
Subtract your measured angle from 90°
Example:


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