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How many wild things do you ssss-ee? 🐍 • Chalk on Chalkboard 16x20 inches. ⁣• It was so fulfilling to reconnect with nature last week. One of the hikes was 9 miles up a mountain... a tad more than I signed up for, but I felt extremely lucky to be out in the wild. Some of my favorite finds were a fungus that puffs out spores and five beautifully moldy bear poops, truly a sight to behold. (Now that I’m writing about it it sounds horrible, but seriously it was fascinating.) 😂 I was also pleasantly surprised by the minimal trash on these well traveled trails. There were a few pieces along the way that I picked up to recycle, but overall it was well respected and allowed for optimal nature connecting. As Henry David Thoreau says, “In short, all good things are wild and free.” ⁣ ⁣ Originally created in Spanish for Cuadernos Quick & recreated in English for me.
I’m still editing chalk photos, but I wanted to connect and say hi with this old watercolor piece. 👋💛 Painted back in 2015.
✷ Take a Hike Print ✷ ☞ I’m headed to the Blue Ridge Mountains to recharge, gather inspiration, and definitely take a hike (or three)! ❋ Shop in bio
Oh no. My chalk is on the loose again. I guess you know what this means. ✦
✹ Title Pending ✹ It’s been a couple of years since I visited Monument Valley and the colors are still burned into my mind. You can feel the magic in this land. If anyone has title ideas let me know! 🧡
By helping others we help ourselves. 💚 Scientific research supports that lasting happiness is found in helping others. Even if eating a delicious cinnamon roll brings me so much joy in the moment, it’s fleeting and I usually get a sugar crash. But when I do things for other people it helps me get out of my own anxious headspace and it feels good for much longer, like a warm glowy feeling I get to walk around with forever. ❋ Original painting available in my shop & I just added the Take a Hike print! ❋
The last flower of the bunch! 🌸 I know this series wasn't everyone's cup of tea, but what matters is trying something new and putting it out there. (And of course they bring me joy!) Thanks to everyone who stuck with me and explored. I am deeply appreciative to have you with me on this creative journey. To many more creations!
What’s the last book you couldn’t put down? 📖 — I've been trying to keep up with the habit of reading before bed every night. The last two books I couldn't read fast enough were Educated and The Tattooist of Auschwitz, both were very difficult to stop reading and get some sleep. I'd love some reading recommendations. Painted way back in 2015.
✷ Take a Hike ✷ — Currently, it's 90 degrees outside, but the seasons are about to change and I'm looking forward to taking a hike. It always helps me reset and get perspective. The smells, the sounds, the patterns, the colors are so restorative. Sometimes I ask “Why even try making art when nature is so freaking beautiful?” - The reality is it's hard to get outside on a regular basis. Life moves fast and it’s easy to get disconnected and take the world for granted. I wish everyone could take a hike to reconnect with nature, but if you can’t I hope this drawing transports you there.
〰️ R E C O I L 〰️ I've been trying to wrap my mind around fear lately. It's easy to recoil when you see a snake and call all snakes evil. But not all snakes are venomous and not all fear is rational. - Usually fear is of the unknown. I grew up seeing lots of snakes, from a distance of course, and overtime my fear lessened and I was able to appreciate how beautiful and fascinating they are. But what I’m trying to say is “The more you learn, the less you fear. "Learn" not in the sense of academic study, but in the practical understanding of life.”- Julian Barnes. I’m making a conscious effort to learn more by doing. - How do you approach fear?
❋ Sweet Magnolia ❋ Some days I don’t have a lot to say. This feels like one of them. Sending lots of love to everyone affected by Hurricane Dorian. • Acrylic on wood panel 5x5 inches.
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✹ ✦ Reflections Print ✦ ☾ ☞ I drew this piece in some spare time with zero intentions of turning it into a print. But a bunch of you asked for prints (thank you!), so after lots of test printing I’m adding it to the shop. You never know if what you make will hit a spark with people. Just gotta keep making and sharing. ❋ Shop in bio
A bunch of flowers 💐 Swipe to see famous artists & their feline friends 👉 ...It has always made sense to me why artists and cats go together. Besides the fact that they are purrfectly designed majestic creatures from whiskers to tail, they are also wildly independent. You have to earn their trust and then they can be calming-hilarious-cozy-muffins. And as a bonus their purrs have healing powers. 💛 Btw this photo was not staged, the paintings were casually sitting there first (close-ups coming soon). And I want to clarify I respect all animals. • Images found online from book Artists and Their Cats 📷
Rosebud 🌹 No matter what you are going through, animals are always there to pull you out of the darkness. 🖤 #fuzztherapy
Cats out of the Bag! 🐾 I'm almost ready to share a series of paintings that are dear to me. They make me smile. It’s not my usual subject or style, but as I mentioned a few posts ago, I’m trying to get over that fear/stigma. It’s what I wanted to create. Hopefully you’re along for the ride. 🖤 #WIP #workinprogress
I’m overwhelmed by all the thoughtful comments on the last post. 🖤 Sometimes my introvertedness paralyzes me from replying swiftly, but I plan on responding to everyone. It just takes me a little more time to process. Also, unrelated, I somehow threw my neck out this week, so if your neck is working give it a pat on the back. 🙃 Created back in 2017.
☼ ☾ Reflections: I often struggle with feeling like I should stick to one medium or style. But that’s not how my brain works. For me art is about exploring, it’s about creating in whatever medium or style makes sense. Don’t be afraid to try new things. Make mistakes, and learn from them.
Which color is your favorite? 👉 💗 1. Pink 💙 2. Blue 💚 3. Green ❤️ 4. Red (SOLD) 🧡 5. Orange - Originals are now available on my shop! All pieces are drawn/painted freehand with pen, watercolor, & gouache on watercolor paper. - Be the first to know when originals are available by joining my Patreon! Patrons also get access to behind the scenes posts and process videos. Link in story highlights or www.patreon.com/dangerdust
Current studio wall 🖤🎨 I’ve been playing around painting the same design with different color palettes. Each painting takes longer than I want to admit to sketch out and paint. I’m planning on adding these to the shop very soon!

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