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Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Miss_Tia (Post 707473)
Samarai...it all depends on why they are coloring wherever they are coloring. Outside of the lines can be independence showing, creativity, or stubbornness, rebelliousness, or even a neurological disorder. It could mean they are exploring feelings or having too many feelings stuffed.

What I looked for was color selection, pressure, thickness of lines, movement and images freely formed subconsciously.

I always asked them their interpretation first, before I would examine it closer. I can see red as a color of anger and to the child, it could be a memory of the red blanket he carried around as a child and lost...which is tied into the grief now over losing his mother to alcoholism..(true story).

And for the record, almost all anger has a sense of loss attached to it. So sometimes even if they dont see the anger it there and sometimes its all about the blankie...

I had a child who would only color with greens. I gave him a box of crayons with no greens it and told him to draw me a picture. if you could have seen the torment on his face and how hard he processed this for such a long time...he simply could not do it without green. OCD. So I got finger paints and we explored putting colors together and seeing them change colors. Then we got water and food coloring..and he watched blue and yellow turn to green. By the time we were done with my therapy with him, he was using a couple more colors. Not all of them but lil steps is good. And not everyone has to use all the colors. In one culture, (I dont remember where) they only see three colors. Period. Shades of them but no other colors. So perceptions play a big part of it. If he had been older we would have explored this too. But I only had a few week with him...
That's most fascinating and elucidating, thank you! It makes me want to learn more about this. I had no idea that the deceptively simple process of watching colours mixing could be so revealing and therapeutic.

Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne (Post 707478)
You are so talented! I love your drawings! Feel like they should be in a comic!

I have to make a request :) A pinup inspired femme and a dapper butch.

Cannot wait to see more of your art!
Thank you :) Stone4play and I are going to attempt a comic collaboration, so maybe, just maybe...!

Pin-up femme and dapper butch are getting the votes, so I shall give it a go once I google, uh, what the terms mean LOL.</newbie moment>

Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by pinkgeek (Post 707508)
I'm going to ask a question - what if anything makes this image queer other than we know it to be queer.
Fantastic question! I'm interested to know too.

From this artist's perspective...

When I first showed the pic to some non-queer friends, they jokingly said, "Huh, you're drawing normal guy-girl now... That one's a total dude." I said, "Yeah. I thought I liked femslash, turns out I'm just another sucker for good ol' fashioned romance... with a twist." It's been a challenge and a fascination to find that elusive balance of masculinity and femininity in BF art. For 'Beach Splash', as well as 'Evening Wear', my foremost inspiration was based on a femme sentiment I've read in a few threads discussing butch masculinity. It went along the lines of "Why butches? If you like masculine so much, why not go with guys," and the reply was, "Because they have all the traits I want in a man, and not the ones that I don't want." I've been pondering on what that might mean, and dabbled in it through art with varying degrees of success. A man... who's not a man. Am still pondering.

Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Katniss (Post 707629)
What I so often read about is the many visual artists stating they painted/drew the figure because they (artist) were trying to convey a thought/feeling/idea. Almost a voyeuristic experience with the subject which can sometimes leave the viewer feeling a coolness or almost clinical approach to the work. Your drawings are very engaging and seem (to me) intimate without being intrusive. Thank you so much for sharing these with us!
Perhaps that's the "essence" that Miss Tia referred to. When I feel a distance to the subject matter, and then try to force myself into the work, I end up drained afterwards. When I feel a connection though, it's a joy. So it's my pleasure to share the sketches here, and I also feel a lot less weird that I'm not the only one who likes them!

Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:24 AM
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Originally Posted by nycfembbw (Post 707940)
I would be into seeing a drawing of a butch or a femme or some combo where one or more is full-figured :)

Loving this thread as well as all the great conversation your mad talent is generating.
BBW is a new theme for me, but I'm working towards incorporating some into my work, stay tuned!

Me too, I'm loving the conversations and learning about BFism (is that a word?) in an art context.

Samurai Wanderer 11-28-2012 09:33 AM
Request: Core Connection
 
http://i.minus.com/jbfe1EMuGxFIBj_xs.jpg

Requested by LadyRieinAL:

"There is a core connection, the place where butterflies are made, the brain and the pelvic area release passion and fire."

It was a challenging request. I hope you like it :)

Soft*Silver 11-28-2012 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 708220)
That's most fascinating and elucidating, thank you! It makes me want to learn more about this. I had no idea that the deceptively simple process of watching colours mixing could be so revealing and therapeutic.
yes and it could have been used further into therapy too...such as aiding him to understand the concept of "blended" families such as his own. Kids are conceptual if they dont have language capabilities. They wont grasp the abstract of it until they are older than he was but the image remains and will be stored until it can be processed then..

Allison W 12-02-2012 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 708216)
I like good ol' chivalry. Just that sometimes it seems politically incorrect nowadays to show "damsels in distress" so blatantly. It's still around when men run the show, but don't women find it degrading? ... And now Twilight comes to mind. I dunno LOL.
You did post a solo femme image. Perhaps you could post a solo butch image with cues suggesting a conflict prior to the image (like still wiping blood from her mouth, or whatever), or the butch and the opponent she prevails over, or the butch and her steed--I could go on. The strong, heroic image of the butch is still present, but not necessarily alongside the portrayal of a disempowered femme.

Jus' throwin' that out there.

LaneyDoll 12-02-2012 09:43 PM
My request:

curled up in bed, not sexy but sweet (one of my fave moments)

or

gently touching her face and just taking her in

Yes, I am a sucker for sweetness ;)

YOU are so damn talented! If you ever decide to publish these, please put me down for a copy of the book?

:sparklyheart:

Samurai Wanderer 12-06-2012 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Allison W (Post 711150)
You did post a solo femme image. Perhaps you could post a solo butch image with cues suggesting a conflict prior to the image (like still wiping blood from her mouth, or whatever), or the butch and the opponent she prevails over, or the butch and her steed--I could go on. The strong, heroic image of the butch is still present, but not necessarily alongside the portrayal of a disempowered femme.

Jus' throwin' that out there.
That makes a whole lot of sense. It'd be great to find out more about what would be empowerment for femmes.

Samurai Wanderer 12-06-2012 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by LaneyDoll (Post 711154)
My request:

curled up in bed, not sexy but sweet (one of my fave moments)

or

gently touching her face and just taking her in

Yes, I am a sucker for sweetness ;)

YOU are so damn talented! If you ever decide to publish these, please put me down for a copy of the book?

:sparklyheart:
Noted :) Sweetness is always in fashion in my books!

Thank you muchly. A book would be awesome cool, though I'm taking this as a learning process at the moment.

Samurai Wanderer 12-06-2012 11:26 AM
Request: Silver Moon
 
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:

Soft*Silver 12-06-2012 01:25 PM
OMG! THis is exquisite!!! OMG! I want a copy!!!


Quote:
Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:

LaneyDoll 12-06-2012 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712461)
That makes a whole lot of sense. It'd be great to find out more about what would be empowerment for femmes.
In an image, my thoughts would be: standing/sitting up perfectly straight (because I think slouching takes away your power), chin tilted up a bit (almost snobby but not), heels (because it is me) and a hint of a smile.

Just my $.02.

:sparklyheart:

LaneyDoll 12-06-2012 06:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 708216)
I like good ol' chivalry. Just that sometimes it seems politically incorrect nowadays to show "damsels in distress" so blatantly. It's still around when men run the show, but don't women find it degrading? ... And now Twilight comes to mind. I dunno LOL.
To me, it depends on the situation. When I am with mine, he "tends" to me like a gentleman would attend a lady. And I can assure you, he and I both know who runs the show ;)

:sparklyheart:

Allison W 12-06-2012 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.
I'm not sure what we said to make you post your Big Damn Masterpiece here but holy shit I am glad you did

EDIT: requesting desktop-wallpaper-sized version of that picture, like, ermahgerd

Gemme 12-06-2012 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:
This is lovely!!!

princessbelle 12-06-2012 09:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:

Wow would love to have this in my living room. Love it.

Samurai Wanderer 12-07-2012 12:37 PM
Silver Moon - Wallpapers
 
Golly goshlings, your responses make me squee.

I made a couple of wallpapers for you:
http://i3.minus.com/jGvsfmyWJwrkF_xs.jpg

1600x1200 for Normal (squarish) screens

1920x1200 for Widescreen

They might not fit perfectly, and you might have to stretch-proportionately to make it fit your screen resolution, but it should be better than the one I originally posted.

Allison W 12-07-2012 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 713010)
Golly goshlings, your responses make me squee.

I made a couple of wallpapers for you:
http://i3.minus.com/jGvsfmyWJwrkF_xs.jpg

1600x1200 for Normal (squarish) screens

1920x1200 for Widescreen

They might not fit perfectly, and you might have to stretch-proportionately to make it fit your screen resolution, but it should be better than the one I originally posted.
respect, much love

Samurai Wanderer 12-07-2012 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by LaneyDoll (Post 712647)
In an image, my thoughts would be: standing/sitting up perfectly straight (because I think slouching takes away your power), chin tilted up a bit (almost snobby but not), heels (because it is me) and a hint of a smile.

Just my $.02.
Letsee... check.. check.. I assure you she's wearing heels under that long dress!... and check. *whew* Thank you for confirming that I wasn't far off. I'd also be interested to hear thoughts on butches, yes please!

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Originally Posted by LaneyDoll (Post 712654)
To me, it depends on the situation. When I am with mine, he "tends" to me like a gentleman would attend a lady. And I can assure you, he and I both know who runs the show ;)
It's a fascinating dynamic. I'm beginning to understand that both can freely express who they are, and fully appreciate who the other is, while remaining empowered. Thank you for sharing!

Soft*Silver 12-07-2012 05:50 PM
It is now my wallpaper! Thank you so much! I showed my helpers at my store and they loved it too!

Bleu 12-07-2012 06:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:
Thank you for this it is WONDERFUL!

SleepyButch 12-07-2012 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 712467)
http://i.minus.com/jP3hnp2CO3LZo_xs.jpg

Got a little overambitious for this one, so took a while. Here is horsey pic! In colour. Sort of. I tried.

For pinkgeek: Discuss :cheesy:
I love this one. I've always thought of Myself as the chivalrous white horse type of Butch... very nice!

princessbelle 12-07-2012 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by SleepyButch (Post 713162)
I love this one. I've always thought of Myself as the chivalrous white horse type of Butch... very nice!
That's cute to say SB. I'd like to also point out another reason i love this....

The femme is in the drivers seat, not the "back seat", so to speak, the butch better hold on...it's a wild ride!!!!

SW, do you sell the prints?

SleepyButch 12-07-2012 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by princessbelle (Post 713230)
That's cute to say SB. I'd like to also point out another reason i love this....

The femme is in the drivers seat, not the "back seat", so to speak, the butch better hold on...it's a wild ride!!!!

SW, do you sell the prints?
That's a good place for her to be so the Butch can wrap hys/her arms around her and... other things.

Samurai Wanderer 12-08-2012 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by SleepyButch (Post 713162)
I love this one. I've always thought of Myself as the chivalrous white horse type of Butch... very nice!
I've been searching and hoping, and am ecstatic to see that chivalry is alive and well. Thank you!

Quote:
Originally Posted by princessbelle (Post 713230)
That's cute to say SB. I'd like to also point out another reason i love this....

The femme is in the drivers seat, not the "back seat", so to speak, the butch better hold on...it's a wild ride!!!!

SW, do you sell the prints?
lol I'm getting the drift that femmes are quite the force to be reckoned with. It makes me happy to no end, as I have been grappling with female empowerment.

I'm looking into prints, though it might take a while to organise, I hope you don't mind. I'd probably want to ask for input into that later, such as what sizes, and whether people prefer the larger and cheaper poster-quality prints or the smaller and more expensive photo-quality art prints, etc.

Quote:
Originally Posted by SleepyButch (Post 713234)
That's a good place for her to be so the Butch can wrap hys/her arms around her and... other things.
I see it as a mutually agreeable arrangement, yep ;)

Samurai Wanderer 12-23-2012 09:57 PM
FemmeGirl & SuperButch
 
http://i.minus.com/jIdtEBynFtTRo_xs.jpg

"Stay safe this festive season. We'll take care of the baddies!"

Happy Holidays!


Note: This was only a fun cover idea, no actual story has been planned. Sorry if it looked misleading!

Gemme 12-23-2012 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 722341)
http://i.minus.com/jIdtEBynFtTRo_xs.jpg

"Stay safe this festive season. We'll take care of the baddies!"

Happy Holidays!


Note: This was only a fun cover idea, no actual story has been planned. Sorry if it looked misleading!
Fun!!!!!!!

ScandalAndy 12-24-2012 06:10 AM
yaaazzzzzz! this is brillz!


Quote:
Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 722341)
http://i.minus.com/jIdtEBynFtTRo_xs.jpg

"Stay safe this festive season. We'll take care of the baddies!"

Happy Holidays!


Note: This was only a fun cover idea, no actual story has been planned. Sorry if it looked misleading!

DMW 12-24-2012 06:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 696874)
Awesome! Now i want that picture of Betty Page on a tractor!

You really are talented Samuri Wanderer. Thanks for sharing.

Allison W 12-24-2012 09:15 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 722341)
http://i.minus.com/jIdtEBynFtTRo_xs.jpg

"Stay safe this festive season. We'll take care of the baddies!"

Happy Holidays!


Note: This was only a fun cover idea, no actual story has been planned. Sorry if it looked misleading!
Femmegirl there looks like she's about to fly off and rescue some folks from the terrible fate of insufficient fabulousness. brb gotta check my windows

Samurai Wanderer 12-24-2012 10:02 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by DMW (Post 722444)
Awesome! Now i want that picture of Betty Page on a tractor!

You really are talented Samuri Wanderer. Thanks for sharing.
Ah, I've been trying to figure out what was meant by "pin up femme". I think you've cleared it up for me!

Thank you!

Samurai Wanderer 12-24-2012 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Allison W (Post 722488)
Femmegirl there looks like she's about to fly off and rescue some folks from the terrible fate of insufficient fabulousness. brb gotta check my windows
"Saving the world with FABULOUSNESS"

Soft*Silver 12-24-2012 11:23 PM
if you ever sell prints I would buy one..I would like one at least 8 x 11.

Samurai Wanderer 12-25-2012 07:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Miss_Tia (Post 722809)
if you ever sell prints I would buy one..I would like one at least 8 x 11.
That's good to know, thank you. I'll be looking into it. How about a 11 x 17 poster? Posters would be cheaper than an art print, but would it be too big?

Samurai Wanderer 01-18-2013 11:58 PM
Holding You
 
http://i.minus.com/jbuVMgsDyRQxdd_xs.jpg

I hope everyone had a nice break and wonderful celebrations with loved ones. Even if it was a quiet event, I hope you feel rejuvenated and refreshed for a new year!

I had been working through some personal things and pulled through to do more art-ing again. Felt sentimental, so came up with this. I've also been looking into having a more proper gallery with prints available, so hopefully that'll get rollin' soon. Thanks for your patience! Enjoy :)

PS. Ohyay 100 posts!

LaneyDoll 01-19-2013 12:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Samurai Wanderer (Post 733114)
http://i.minus.com/jbuVMgsDyRQxdd_xs.jpg

I hope everyone had a nice break and wonderful celebrations with loved ones. Even if it was a quiet event, I hope you feel rejuvenated and refreshed for a new year!

I had been working through some personal things and pulled through to do more art-ing again. Felt sentimental, so came up with this. I've also been looking into having a more proper gallery with prints available, so hopefully that'll get rollin' soon. Thanks for your patience! Enjoy :)

PS. Ohyay 100 posts!
Love this! It could almost be Riley & I. (My hair is darker but this is pretty close)

:sparklyheart:

Samurai Wanderer 01-19-2013 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by LaneyDoll (Post 733131)
Love this! It could almost be Riley & I. (My hair is darker but this is pretty close)

:sparklyheart:
Thanks! I'm glad it did :)

Soft*Silver 01-19-2013 10:36 PM
I would love a poster!
but on the bottom of the poster I would want it to say what my signature line says here...lol


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