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What Lies Beneath

The Abbey of Misrule • 328 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Visual art Painting Crafts Photography

Ladywell in Abbey, County Galway is a well-maintained, historic site with links to a monastery and folklore.
The ritual of visiting wells in Ireland includes circling the well, saying prayers, leaving an offering, and drinking the waters.
The Ladywell in Abbey was believed to have healing powers for issues like warts, highlighting the historical significance of these wells.

[TI-11] dedications, gifts, odes

spencer's paradoxes • 98 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Gifts Creativity Crafts Nature Self-Expression

Making personalized gifts can be special and meaningful.
Creating art or projects for someone else can bring a unique connection.
Honoring others through dedications can lead to personal growth and shared experiences.

The Friday Roundup

A Small and Simple Thing • 294 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Art Exploration Crafts Design

Discovering the Tomales Point Trail in California for outdoor activities.
Exploring the German New Objectivity movement in art for inspiration.
Considering Alabama for a beach vacation based on an article.

Mushroom Pigments, Natural Inks, and Fall Struggles

Green Graphic Design • 137 implied HN points • 19 Sep 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Visual art Crafts Personal Projects

Burnout is not a simple fix; find joy in activities that positively stimulate you.
It's okay to take things at your own pace and not feel guilty for not meeting self-imposed goals.
Find ways to enjoy the season, like exploring new hobbies or creative endeavors.

Space to create (and bonus kids' art 👩🏻‍🎨)

Tech and Tea • 164 implied HN points • 18 May 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Crafts Drawing Poetry

Creativity can manifest in unexpected ways beyond just writing, like pen plotting and eraser art.
Space for creating is important for both adults and children, providing an avenue for exploration
Kids' creativity can be inspiring, as they are uninhibited and bold in their artistic expressions

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And Gifts from the Flames

Doc Hammer's Anvil • 137 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Crafts DIY

The author made a bottle opener karambit from old wrenches, practicing his skills.
A Mother's Day dinner bell was crafted to round up kids for dinner, with various tones when struck.
Current projects include making a spear socket jig and working on crafting pila.

10 Abstract Media Craft Projects

This Week's Top Ten • 98 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Crafts Visual Arts Creativity Projects Media

Creative projects can be inspired by various aspects of our lives, even the invisible ones.
Narratives can be influenced by the surrounding circumstances, like tragedy or comedy.
Exploring different perspectives and emotions can lead to diverse and meaningful artistic outcomes.

When to cut it out

Letters from Lisa • 0 implied HN points • 03 Mar 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Crafts

Sometimes, you just need to cut out the problem and move on.
Fiber arts have been dismissed but have meditative and creative aspects.
Being authentic may mean embracing the messy parts of your work.