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Gretchen K Deahl
BABY MONSTERS: Monsters have babies too.
Baby monsters are even harder to find than the elusive "baby" pigeon. Very few folks can say that they've seen them, let alone created their portraits. I have been lucky. As you might imagine, monster parents can be a bit protective. Mothers in particular. They consider us (humans) more than a bit strange and potentially dangerous. It took most of my free time, lots of monster "treats" and carefully followed Monster Etiquette to befriend just a few of them. Even then, I felt a bit nervous and on edge as I made sketches of their most beloved offspring. It is always a good idea to remind oneself that monsters are ultimately unpredictable creatures, and should be given proper respect at all times.

This teeny, weeny baby is about the size of a large acorn. I found her around twilight, huddled on the forest floor, hiding amongst the fallen leaves and acorns, waiting for her mom to return with dinner. I kept my distance while I hastily made her portrait, knowing that she was somewhere close by. The last thing I wanted to do was make this sweet baby anxious.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.

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Purplish dusk deep in the woods, a tiny baby monster -- the size of a large walnut, with delicate scales of pink, gold and light blue, is nestled in a bed of leaves and acorns. Head, arms and legs are wrapped tightly around itself as it waits nervously for its mother to arrive with dinner. Large eyes peer from its face, surrounded by floppy ears and tiny claws.
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Gretchen K Deahl
My REAL Imaginary Friend
Some say that friends must be actual physical beings to count as REAL. Why, I ask? I have REAL imaginary friends who are quite lovely and can be most helpful in a pinch. When I'm having a really bad day, need a bit of advice, or if I'm just feeling blue, my REAL imaginary friends are exactly the ones I want around for comfort. No complaining or whining about THEIR troubles. No attention sucking smart phones to distract them from listening to you. And, the best part is, you can call up the exact friend for listening or guidance when needed, instantly!

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
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Four legs gently grip a soft cloud. It's long pink body is adorned with subtle patterns of flowering shapes and its translucent scales glow periwinkle blue. Gossamer wings unfold. With closed eyes, the shy creature smiles sweetly, while its heart blooms with an actual flower. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
The Lady and the Unicorn.
A modern artwork, inspired by a French tapestry from the middle ages. To learn more about the original, visit: https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2018/feb/13/lady-and-the-unicorn-mona-lisa-of-the-middle-ages-weaves-a-new-spell.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
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Standing next to a golden unicorn with her arm outstretched, a young woman dressed in an olive gown, gazes into its glowing orange eyes. Golden hued patterns of ginkgo leaves and stars accented by green and orange layer the background. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
INNER MONSTERS
Inner Monsters don't necessarily look like "real" monsters. They are part of that constant chatter going on in the background of our own minds, shaping our view of the world. They can appear in a variety of forms, from human, animal, monster-like, even as plants! Most of us... ahem... keep our inner beasties tucked "safely" in the closet, hoping they won't decide to reveal themselves at inopportune times, causing all manner of embarrassing moments, like sudden extreme shyness, unexplained crying jags, overwhelming crankiness, or laughing out loud for no apparent reason, among others. Sound familiar?
The solution is (drum roll please...) to MEET your inner monsters, SEEK to understand them, EMBRACE them as yours, and then LEARN about yourself through them. Bring them out of your personal inner-verse and set them free!

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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
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Textured colors of spotted, mottled purple, gold and green. An ink drawing of a rabbit-like creature stares with distress and wonder outward. It has a small nose and mouth. Its clawed arms hang protectively in front of it. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
The Peaceful Garden
A cat meditates on the nature of life. A curious owl wishes that he would talk and explain its enigmatic smile.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #creature #friend #love #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #catlove #catlover #cat #caturday #humanMadeArt #AnimalArt #BirdArt #DigitalArt #pixelfedcats #catsofpixelfed #floral #HappyArt
The Peaceful Garden With eyes closed in peaceful meditation, a white cat considers the nature of life. Surrounded by a flowering tree and small hillocks of varying shades of deep umber, bright orange flowers spark in the quiet space like fire. A curious owl watches nearby and wishes that he would ask his companion about its enigmatic smile. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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#happyart
Gretchen K Deahl
Birds of Light Series - The Patterned Egret
Playing with color, texture and pattern, each print is created using a combination of hand-drawn colored pencil and digital media.

**NEW: This artwork is NOW AVAILABLE on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.

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On a highly textured background of gold, orange and green, stands a solitary egret gazing into the distance with one blazing yellow eye. On top of its Cerulean blue and Tyrian purple feathers and legs, abstract patterns in similar colors are drawn. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
into the garden - summer blooms
This is the third in a series of paintings that illuminate the transformative beauty of the natural world. To visually express how total immersion into the deep colors of gardens and wild spaces can create a profound sense of peace; restore wonder; and generate calm in an increasingly chaotic world.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/gretchenkdeahl/shop
(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.

#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #creature #friend #love #summerblooms #summer #summerday #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
Summer flowers bursting in red, yellow and orange blossoms, backlit by brightness. Tucked into a lower corner, a gently abstract face, smiles with pleasure. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
The Girl and the Bear
In the quiet forest, walks a gentle bear. Upon his sunny back a young girl sleeps.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #march #forest #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #bear #girl #sleep #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
Early in the morning, at the edge of a forest of brown and purple, greens and gold, a smiling bear pads quietly across the grass. Caught in a sunbeam, a young girl in a flowered yellow dress is sleeping upon his back, her arms folded under her head. Plants, like ferns and budding flowers, line each side of the glade. NOTE: This description is created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
Secret Corners: The Playroom Floor
In the hidden corners of the world, sweet mysteries abound. The little girl witnesses a magical moment as tiny creatures march across her playroom floor.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #girl #playroom #floor #dollhouse #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
Pencil drawing of a young girl kneeling on a patterned rug, playing with her doll. On the floor, in front of her, eleven tiny creatures march in and out of the designs on the floor, lit up by an open window, casting long shadows. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
"The Mysterious Monster March"
Interior illustration of a children's picture book that I am working on.

"Then, to their utter surprise, they begin to fall!"

To read some of the pages from the story, please visit: https://www.behance.net/gallery/114831957/The-Mysterious-Monster-March I'd love to hear your comments or feedback! :-)

(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #march #forest #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #mystery #grandemarche #march tröt #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists #humanMadeArt
Against a light-filled, textured background, multiple monsters of all shapes and sizes glance around in surprise, as they begin to fall through the light filled space along with books and, of all things, a rocking chair...
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Gretchen K Deahl
into the garden - winter arrives with memories of spring
This is the fourth in a series of paintings that illuminate the transformative beauty of the natural world. To visually express how total immersion into wild spaces can create a profound sense of peace; restore wonder; and generate calm in an increasingly chaotic world.

(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/gretchenkdeahl/shop

#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #creature #friend #love #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #winter #snow #rock #garden #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
Pine trees line the distant shore of a lake, backlit against a stormy blue-gray sky. In the foreground, on a snowy bank, a solitary stone rests. Upon its face, two closed eyes and a linear pattern of foliage. Atop its gray head, a bit of snow and white, ghost-like blooming flowers from memories past. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
Birds of Light Series - The Traveler
Playing with color, texture and pattern, each print is created using a combination of hand-drawn colored pencil and digital media.

(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #fineart #artwork #nature #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #friend #bird #collage #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists #AnimalArt #BirdArt #DigitalArt

NEW!:-) This artwork is NOW AVAILABLE on Redbubble:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
Set against a backdrop of an ancient map, colored in pale greens and golds, a purple-blue bird perches on a branch bursting with juicy red berries. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
Sleepy Monster in a Teacup
Humans aren't the only ones who enjoy a spot of tea now and again. Little monsters have been know to slip quietly into kitchens when no one is around and sneak a sip of two of freshly brewed sweetness. This sleepy creature drank a bit too much sweet jasmine tea and found it hard to stay awake. Shhhhhh...

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/gretchenkdeahl/shop
(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #landscape #nature #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #march #forest #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #teacup #tea #sleepy #sleeping #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
In a delicate china teacup, a pale, tiny monster dozes and dreams... probably for more delicious tea... :-)
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I Need Meditation

Your looping thoughts aren't cursing you.

When you understand that there's four sources of thoughts and one of those sources is merely tied to your wound up physiology, then you can stop panicking that there's something wrong with you.

And avoid succumbing to a lifetime of numbing head pills.

Learn to meditate to your soul. This is different. Deeper than what is commonly thought of as meditation.

#soul based #meditation
not #mindfulness
#spirituality minus #spiritual theater

Gretchen K Deahl
Monster in a Teacup
Humans aren't the only ones who enjoy a spot of tea now and again. Little monsters have been know to slip quietly into kitchens when no one is around and sneak a sip of two of freshly brewed sweetness. Alas, some of these tiny creatures may become so enamored with the tea, that they sip themselves silly and fall into a state of euphoria, causing all manner of behavior.

This artwork is now available on Redbubble:
https://www.redbubble.com/people/gretchenkdeahl/shop
(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #childrensbooks #fineart #artwork #childrensart #artforchildren #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #monsters #monster #creature #friend #love #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy #teacup #tea #de_artists #mastoart #de_artist #artist_de #mastoart #mastoartist #de_artists
Against at wallpapered background of pale green, blue and pink flowers, sits a china teacup. Its occupant is a small blue, tapir-like creature glancing nervously at the viewer. Sunlight casts a gentle purple shadow on the bright golden tabletop. NOTE: This description created especially for my lovely blind friend, Georgiana. :-)
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Gretchen K Deahl
WE'RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!
Celebrate Diversity! Let's work TOGETHER, not apart, to fix our differences. Peace for people, animals and this earth.

**BRAND NEW!!**
This artwork is NOW AVAILABLE in my Redbubble shop:
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(100% human-made) human imagined, drawn and painted, no AI whatsoever.
#art #artist #illustration #illustrator #spiritual #drawing #paintings #noAI #fineart #artwork #interiordecor #flowers #mastoart #art #artistsonmastodon #artlover #artlovers #decor #popart #artnet #artlover #artlovers #handmade #supportthearts #creature #friend #love #faces #magic #imagination #fantasyart #fantasy
Various faces expressing varying emotions in a rainbow of colors and textures against a white background.
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