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Attempt to make Eelektross look like a cool sea dragon thing
Writing Prompt #2321
"Just give up on me!" She finally shouted, tearing herself away.
"I can't. You know I can't."
Whump Prompt #1135
How does everyone react when A, who is renowned for being touch-averse, actually initiates touch?
Maybe they give B a quick hug/pat on the back/hold their hand without realising. (Maybe A is going off to fight, or maybe they’re very sick/injured/scared.)
Do the friends/family immediately call A out in a playful way? Or do they remain quiet so A doesn’t become aware of what they’re doing? Maybe they’re proud of how far A has come, as in the past simply going near A caused them to take a step back.
"You're freezing. What were you doing out there without a coat?!"
"I— don't remember?"
Prompt #978
She was not the type of person to back down from a dare. And everything he did was daring her to kiss him.
When you found a Dark web chat room full of murderers and other horrible people lamenting ‘the ones that got away’ or detailed current plans and stalkings, you were horrified to find a series of posts from someone stalking… YOU. And you don’t very much like their plans for you…
Looking for New Writeblrs!
With the recent twitter exodus and bot spam flooding my notes, I want to find new people who are actually people. I know y'all are there lurking, so take this as an opportunity to introduce yourself and turn this into a follow train! I'll go first...
You can call me Etta or Etta Grace, and I write fantasy of all kinds. Most of my stories resolve around family dynamics, and I run a website where I post weekly book reviews, writing advice, excerpts, and goals. I've been involved on writeblr since Summer 2019 and so I know a fair number of folks here, but I'm always happy to meet new people and learn about your WIPs! If you're not sure how to get involved in the community, my DMs and asks are always open!
I can recommend checking out these blogs too!
@abalonetea @ashen-crest @writeblrfantasy @siarven @kittensartswriting @woodhousejay @sleepyowlwrites @avrablake @lady-redshield-writes @pens-swords-stuff @violetcancerian @writingamongther0ses @magic-is-something-we-create
![Ok!! Figured Id Draw Hinata So I Could See Both Of Their Color Schemes :]](https://64.media.tumblr.com/0537e90c415f5829219ee7df086b1f2c/f88c9ae726a97482-5a/s500x750/498bd7885399bd2fa34676ceea6ad2653f271042.png)
ok!! figured id draw hinata so i could see both of their color schemes :]
Answering a question today for LEARNUARY over on our twitter.
Lorenzo!
Breaking 3 Writing ‘Rules’:
If you have ADHD or ASC or are some other flavor of neurodivergent, the ‘rules’ many big name authors post about how they’ve reached success can actually make you feel REALLY BAD because you can’t always do the same thing.
Building a positive relationship with writing can make all the difference in getting you writing more.
'Write every day.’ - Don’t write every day, write when the mood strikes. But you can trick your brain into work mode by trying different things. Put on your shoes when it’s time to write. Light a candle. Put on the same playlist every time. After a while, it’ll be like a light-switch. When you light the candle, your brain will find writing easier. Just don’t force it. When you try to force writing, you build up frustration and resentment if you don’t get anything out. Some days just won’t be writing days. That’s FINE, lots of authors don’t write every day (even if they say they do).
'I write 1000 words every day!’ - Well, if you WANT to write and are struggling, a goal of 1000 words seems really far away. So do incremental goals. One sentence. One paragraph. 100 words. Usually by then you’re in the flow of things and you can write 1000 words pretty easy. And again, celebrate every single one of those goals so you want to keep doing it. One sentence, walk away, come back later, add another, GOOD JOB, two whole sentences!
'Sit down and block out x hours every day just for writing.’ - Actually, the best way I’ve found to write is to tell my brain the deadline or end time is really, really soon - so I write in 20-30 minute chunks, and then walk away or take breaks and come back if I want to later. By setting that arbitrary shorter deadline, my brain can see an end and will work harder and focus more because it knows it’s just for a little bit. If 20-30 minutes is too long, start with 15 minute chunks.
Want to learn something new in 2022??
Absolute beginner adult ballet series (fabulous beginning teacher)
40 piano lessons for beginners (some of the best explanations for piano I’ve ever seen)
Excellent basic crochet video series
Basic knitting (probably the best how to knit video out there)
Pre-Free Figure Skate Levels A-D guides and practice activities (each video builds up with exercises to the actual moves!)
How to draw character faces video (very funny, surprisingly instructive?)
Another drawing character faces video
Literally my favorite art pose hack
Tutorial of how to make a whole ass Stardew Valley esque farming game in Gamemaker Studios 2??
Introduction to flying small aircrafts
French/Dutch/Fishtail braiding
Playing the guitar for beginners (well paced and excellent instructor)
Playing the violin for beginners (really good practical tips mixed in)
Color theory in digital art (not of the children’s hospital variety)
Retake classes you hated but now there’s zero stakes:
Calculus 1 (full semester class)
Learn basic statistics (free textbook)
Introduction to college physics (free textbook)
Introduction to accounting (free textbook)
Learn a language:
Ancient Greek
Latin
Spanish
German
Japanese (grammar guide) (for dummies)
French
Russian (pretty good cyrillic guide!)
Art Help
I redid this list because broken links 💀
General Tips
Stretch your fingers and hands
Art is for fun
Never too late to start/improve
Using a tablet
Editing software: pictures & video
Moodboard resources
Comic pacing
Watercolor
Coloring
Color Theory (not children's hospital)
Gold
Dark Skin undertones
Dark Skin in pastel art
POC Blush tones
Eyes colors
Human Anatomy
POSE REFERENCES
Wizard Battle poses
Shoulders
Tips for practicing anatomy
Proportional Limbs
Skeletons
Hair Directions
Afro, 4C hair
Clothing
Long skirts
Traditional Chinese Hanfu (clothing reference)
CLOTHING REFERENCE
Sewing information
Animals
Horse -> Dragon
Snouts: dogs, cats, wolves, fox
Foot, paw, hoof
More
Drawing references sources
Art tutorial Masterlist
Another art tutorial Masterlist
Inspiration: father recreates son's art
Inspiration: Lights
ART BOOKS
Plants/flowers: North America, Hawaii, Patagonia
Seven years after, I see you again 😚
The brain is a muscle just like any other. If it's been a while since you've written, it's gonna act like any other muscle you haven't used in a while. That means you might not be able to write as long, or as well, as you want to. Keep going, but go easy on yourself. Do some warm up exercises, or maybe answer a journal prompt, to get your brain going. If you still can't write, step away and try again later, maybe tomorrow. Just keep trying. Don't give up on yourself.
And if you don't hear this from anyone else today, I'm proud of you.
hEY CREATIVES!
Are you stuck scrolling through reddit, twitter, tumblr, tiktok, any media site that gets money from the attention that you give it by granting you little scraps of dopamine whenever you actually find something genuine throughout the mundane?
I need you to pull up a playlist, any playlist. It can be an oc playlist, your world building playlist, mood playlist, etc.
Second, grab your notebook or sketchbook.
Third, get comfy somewhere, like the couch, your partner’s bed, etc (blankets and snacks may be crucial)
LASTLY, start your playlist and place your phone face down and just
Be bored. With your music. For 15 minutes.
Don’t pick up your phone, let your mind wander, and see where it takes you.
is this relatable to everyone or just me
I think she’s all kinds of neat
Reblog or your mom will die in 928 seconds.
I love my mom.
I am risking nothing
I AM SORRY FOLLOWERS, I LOVE MY MOMMY
Will not risk.
sorry followers :(
I have made a pay-what-you-want zine about... How To Make Zines!
I go over my entire process, so you too can learn how to supplement your income with zines. Please give it a look, and share if you find it helpful!
In one of my film classes last semester we had to tell a story in 3 pictures for a mini assignment so my friend and I did this
this is KILLING me