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My Reality by Shinelightart86, literature
Literature
My Reality
In this moment, I find myself lost in a dream where I am cradled in your embrace, feeling the warmth of your touch and the sweetness of your kiss. It’s a world where I belong to you once more, surrendering my heart and soul completely. In this space, you allow me to see your true self, trusting that my love for you is pure and unwavering, for you are my everything. I envision a life filled with joy, where I can gaze into your eyes and express the depth of my love for you.
As I drift deeper into this reverie, the world around us fades away, leaving only the two of us suspended in a moment that feels both timeless and infinite. The gentle rhythm of our breaths intertwines, creating a melody that resonates in the very core of my being. Each heartbeat echoes the unspoken promises we share, a silent vow that binds us together in a tapestry of love and understanding.
In this space, vulnerability becomes our strength. You reveal your dreams and insecurities, and I listen with an open
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Feature: Writing tutorials + undiscovered art by BeckyKidus, journal
Feature: Writing tutorials + undiscovered art
It is time to feature more tutorials and undiscovered art! :dummy:
As usual, the feature will be divided into two parts. The first part includes tutorials on how to design characters and creatures, and the second part is a selection of artwork I’ve discovered recently with fewer than 50 favourites.
Previous features are linked at the bottom of the journal, and I post a new feature each month on my profile, usually around the 15th :la:
This month, we'll focus on an art form which can be a bit hidden on DA, namely writing. There are a lot of good stories, fan fiction and poetry out there, though - as well as some excellent tutorials on writing!
First, we'll start with... well, story writing. @illuminara and @OokamiKasumi start us off by giving some tips on how to start writing in general, as well as giving some beginner tips. illuminara also has an enlightening guide on how to write your first draft, and then @MomoPoms gives some great advice on how to write good fanfiction
Mystery Tag Bonus: Week 6 Winners by vagrantscout, journal
Mystery Tag Bonus: Week 6 Winners
Welcome to the MYSTERY TAG BONUS!
Each Monday, a rotating panel from the Community group will select a handful of deviations from a specific Daily Challenge tag to reward each with 100 DA Points and a Quartz Badge. The Mystery Tag for the week of October 6 - October 12 is …
DARKESTNIGHT 🌑
Congratulations to the following deviations for being selected the #darkestnight winners in this week’s Mystery Tag Bonus 🥳
We award the Mystery Tag Bonus every Monday … make sure to complete the Daily Challenges for your chance to win DA Points and Badges. Good luck!
Joe @ DA
Fan Art Fridays: Fall Photography by KovoWolf, journal
Fan Art Fridays: Fall Photography
"Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go."
THE CHANGE IN SEASON
Autumn in the wilderness unfurls like a grand symphony, each leaf a delicate note in nature's orchestral embrace. The forests, once brimming with summer's vibrancy, now glow with the burnished hues of gold, amber, and crimson, as if kissed by the setting sun.
The air, crisp and invigorating, carries the sweet scent of pine and earth, mingling with the whisper of wind through the changing foliage of trees and brush alike. Every step upon the soft, mossy ground is a pilgrimage, a journey through nature's temple, where the stillness of the season invites contemplation and wonder.
In the quietude of autumn, the mountains stand sentinel, their peaks dusted with the first snow of winter's approach, while the valleys below are blanketed in the soft, golden light of shortening days. The rivers, once roaring with the snow-melt of spring, now flow gently, mirroring the vibrant tapestry of the canopy above. Here
Black And White Photography by KizukiTamura, journal
Black And White Photography
Black and White Photography Takes the Spotlight on DeviantArt
For the seventh edition of the #PIctoberchallenge, brilliantly orchestrated by and many black and white photographs have been shared on DeviantArt since the beginning of October.
These images highlight just how active and creative our photography community truly is. If you'd like to join in, everything is explained on the group's main page, where you'll find the prompt list and the challenge rules.
and are also available to answer any questions you might have.
This feature was inspired by the energy of the #pictoberchallenge Thank you Siu and Virginie
Black and White Photography: A Journey Through History, Masters, and the Evolution of a Timeless Aesthetic
Black and white photography holds a unique place in the world of visual art. Despite its apparent simplicity, it captures a depth of emotion and a narrative power unmatched by other mediums. From the pioneers of film to contemporary digital
Daily Challenges for a spooktacular October! by KovoWolf, journal
Daily Challenges for a spooktacular October!
with Daily Challenges to potentially earn points and badges just for taking part!
Each week, DeviantArt team members will pick their favorite art from that week’s tags. The selected deviations will each receive a Quartz, Hype, and Diamond badge, and the artists will each receive 100 points!
In addition, members of the group will be giving badges to participants for the full duration of October, so be sure to stop by each week to see the tags you can take part in!
Remember, you can always check the Daily Challenges page to see recent and upcoming tags if you miss a day or want to plan ahead.
Week 1: October 1-7
October 1: #Spooktober
October 2: #PumpkinPals
October 3: #Bewitched
October 4: #GigglingGhosts
October 5: #Coven
October 6: #CandyCorn
October 7: #DeadMansParty
Week 1
The following deviations were the team’s favorites from week 1:
Honorable Mentions
Week 2: October 8-14
October 8: #CreepyCryptids
October 9: #Thriller
October 10:
Classic Monster Roulette Challenge by vagrantscout, journal
Classic Monster Roulette Challenge
CHALLENGE CLOSED
Congratulations to our winners ...
Check our Posts page for more opportunities to participate and create
We’re getting back to the classics this Halloween in AnthroCommunity … and of course we mean classic MONSTERS! Let’s make anthro versions of some of the most famous monsters in Hollywood Halloween history, with a little twist: use the outline below to find out the type of monster you should create based on the month and day of your birthday …
Pick the MONSTER that matches your birth month:
January / February = Demon
March / April = Frankenstein’s Monster
May / June = Ghost
July / August = Vampire
September / October = Witch
November / December = Zombie
Pick the ANIMAL that matches your birth day:
1 - 5 = Bat
6 - 10 = Cat
11 - 15 = Rat
16 - 20 = Raven
21 - 25 = Snake
26 - 31 = Wolf
Use your birthday to determine which type of Classic Anthro Monster you will create. For example, someone born on February 13, would create a Demon Rat
Spooky Season is Here! by moonbeam13, journal
Spooky Season is Here!
October is in full swing, and we've got some fang-tastic events lined up for you! Whether you're a writer, an artist, or just love hanging out with your fellow Deviants, there’s something for everyone. Plus, don’t forget to hand out our Trick-or-Treat badge to show off your Halloween spirit.
Join the Spook-tacular Fun!
Discord Halloween Hangout
Ready for some chills and thrills? Join us for the Halloween Hangout on Discord! 🎉 Come dressed in your spookiest virtual costumes (cameras are optional ), and dive into a cauldron of fun activities, including live chats, contests, and maybe even a ghost story or two. It's going to be a hauntingly good time! Get all the details here!
Daily Challenges for Halloween
Each week, our DeviantArt team will pick their favorite tagged artworks, rewarding talented artists with exciting badges and points! Plus, our group will be dishing out badges all month long. Don’t miss the fun—check the tags weekly and visit the Daily Challenges page for
DA Halloween Hangout by AlexanderPaupoff, journal
DA Halloween Hangout
Who says Halloween can't be cozy?
Join us for a hauntingly good time at the
DA Halloween Hangout
Grab your art supplies and join us for a laid-back hangout with fellow deviants.
When
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 03:00 PM PT onwards (What time is that for me?)
Where
Discord voice channel on the DeviantArt server.
Not a member yet? Sign up here to be added to the waitlist!
What
Group call with fellow DeviantArt members, where you can:
Colour this beautiful lineart by
Treat yourself with some tricky trivia questions from
How
Download the line art and either:
Print it out and colour it with traditional art tools, like crayons, coloured pencils, markers, etc.
Colour it with digital art software of your choice, like Muro, Krita, Gimp, etc.
Why
Have questions? Ask them in the comments below!
#community #journal #news #da #halloween #halloween2024 #halloween
Cover image: Canva
Other ways to get involved
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Fan Art Friday: Blue Eye Samurai by AlexanderPaupoff, journal
Fan Art Friday: Blue Eye Samurai
Blue Eye Samurai on Netflix is a visually striking animated series with a gripping storyline, unique characters, and powerful themes like identity, honour, and vengeance.
Set in Edo-era Japan, the eponymous blue-eyed samurai, Mizu, embarks on a relentless quest for vengeance. In a society that values purity and conformity above all else, the mixed-race Mizu is an outcast, experiencing deep-rooted prejudice and abuse at every turn. Demonised by society, Mizu's insatiable need for revenge against those responsible for her origin begins to threaten her very humanity.
This week's Fan Art Friday feature pays tribute to Mizu's unforgettable journey - her strength, determination, and vulnerability - with some amazing fan art created by the community.
An artist gives all they have to the art, the whole. Your strengths and deficiencies, your loves and shames. Perhaps the people you collected. - The Swordfather
If one god forsakes you, another one will help you.
- Akemi
To a man
Fan Art Friday: Moo Deng by AlexanderPaupoff, journal
Fan Art Friday: Moo Deng
Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo from a zoo in Thailand, has taken the internet by storm with her tiny size and dramatic personality. Her playful waddles and big, curious eyes have charmed the world, making her an unexpected viral sensation. As Moo Deng's fame spreads, artists everywhere are capturing her in all her adorable glory. Here's a collection of fan art from the community celebrating this little, pint-sized star that everyone can’t stop talking about.
Born in Khao Kheow Open Zoo on July 10, 2024, her name literally translates to "bouncy pork". It was chosen through popular vote.
Moo Deng is a lifestyle icon... inexplicably moist at all times... slightly blurry in most photos... probably screaming or sleeping... round
- @mrmatthouse on X
Moo Deng the most beautiful girl in the world*
- on X
*This is an objective fact. Sephora Thailand even posted a Moo Deng-inspired makeup tutorial.
between moo deng and pesto they are keeping the world upright
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For the few
Ich hab Katzen by DarlaSansby, literature
Literature
Ich hab Katzen
Ich hab Katzen.
Immer schon.
Räum das Essen weg,
ehe du schlafen gehst.
Sie dürfen doch nicht auf die Anrichte?
Aber nachts schläfst du. Also räum auf.
Da gewöhnt man sich dran.
Ich hab Katzen.
Etwas klappert. Etwas knarrt.
Etwas fällt um in der Nacht.
Ein Schatten huscht vorbei.
Ich seh's aus dem Augenwinkel.
Es macht mir keine Angst
Ich hab Katzen
diese Federn wären was Schönes.
auf dem Gehweg die Blätter,
knistern wie Aluminiumbälle.
und aus der leeren Klorolle
lässt sich was basteln.
Ich hab Katzen
und das klingt nach schnurren
und das klingt nach würgen
und das klingt nach scharren im Streu
und das sind Pfotentapser
und das Krallen auf Parkett
Da gewöhnt man sich dran
und das vergisst man nicht.
Aber dann war September
und das Schreien kenn ich nicht.
Ich kenn nur, wenn sie nichts mehr fressen.
Herzfehler. Thrombosen. Das tut weh
unheilbar, sagt die Ärztin
wie alt ist sie?
12, sage ich,
sie ist 12
sie war 12.
und das vergisst man nicht
Ich streck die Hand aus, weil