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2010-05-08T18:20:00.001-07:00

Hey everyone!

I've decided that I want to experiment with tumblr for a little while. I may or may not come back to blogspot so in the meantime - visit me at http://artinyouworld.tumblr.com .

Traceur Soul on April 11, 2009

2009-04-11T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Real quick, I want to apologize for not posting as of late. I've been rather busy, and its getting tougher to find cool, new artwork. I will keep working to post daily, but don't fret if I miss a day here or there.

Today's work is...

Traceur Soul by parkourusp - found on deviantArt

I just thought this work was amazing. First of all, its incredibly eye catching and the color choice is great. I like the larger version of the person; it makes me think of how powerful the inner self is compared to the physical self.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

My Broken Heart on April 7, 2009

2009-04-07T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

1st of all, Sorry for not posting yesterday!

2nd, the poll results: 9 for, 10 against legalization of marijuana. I was surprised by the closeness of the vote! This week's poll: Does Craig David's Insomnia sound similar to Rihanna's Disturbia?

Now, to the artwork!!

My Broken Heart by IDarkSecret - found on deviantArt

I really liked this work. Eye-catchingly beautiful, yet powerful at the same time. I think the clock in the background is an important element; kind of like the saying that only time mends a broken heart.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Autumn Leaves Revisited on April 5, 2009

2009-04-05T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have this from dA.

Autumn Leaves Revisited by RubyPhoenix - found on deviantArt

I just thought this work was absolutely awesome. The effect created by the leaves positioning is really interesting. I actually thought I was looking at two people for a second.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

P.S. Poll closes at midnight!!

Winter Branches on April 4, 2009

2009-04-04T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

I have this picture for today.

Winter Branches by Victoria-Black - found on deviantArt

I saw this on deviantArt and thought that it was absolutely beautiful. I love the brightness of the branches and stars in contrast with the dark night sky.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

PS: Poll closes at midnight tomorrow!

My Grandfather's Photograph on April 3, 2009

2009-04-03T08:00:00.000-07:00

My grandfather looks out at me
from his ancestral image,
his youthful face ever frozen
in seasoned shades of gray.
A visage younger than my own,
with confidence newly born,
prepared to go to war long over.
A man I knew as old and bald
with deeply wrinkled smiles,
lives in youthful honored splendor
in his place upon my wall.

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Hey readers!

Today, I have this poem I found on LJ.

My Grandfather's Photograph by macdaill - found on Live Journal

I thought this poem was really well written and truly interesting. It kind of redefines the age old concept of a kodak moment – a moment worth remembering forever. Except here, a simple photograph of his grandfather before the war is a kodak moment. I think the way it is here, you get the sense that every moment is a kodak moment; as meaningless and insignificant as it may seem, its worth remembering.

But that's just my take. What about you?

P.S. Poll closes at midnight on Sunday night.

Prisoner on April 2, 2009

2009-04-02T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have this powerful piece from dA.

Prisoner by lostandlovingit - found on deviantArt

Isn't this just powerful? I love how, despite the fact that the fairy is sobbing, she's brightening the area around her. Its a really interesting statement, and it can lead to a lot of conclusions. Like how, some people, even when they're at their lowest point, just manage to make the lives of the people around them better. Do you know anyone like that?

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Charcoal Rose on April 1

2009-04-01T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Happy April Fool's Day!

Today, I have this charcoal drawing from dA.

Rose by sunscraper - found on deviantArt

Really, a gorgeous work with incredible details. I have to admit, when I first saw this, I thought it might be a photomanipulation. I think today, this piece doesn't have to be analyzed. It's absolutely amazing as it is, and it can stand on its own.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

P.S. I'd like to thank all of you guys for voting. If you haven't voted yet, please do so! Anyone who wants to make a point about the poll, leave a comment with your argument! (Please, be respectful of others when leaving your comment).

Untitled on March 31, 2009

2009-03-31T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!

Today, here's this oil painting that was e-mailed to me not too long ago!

Untitled by Tiffany Chien - found in my inbox

I think that the painting is really thought-provoking, yet serene at the same time. The effect of the blurring is particularly worth mentioning. You have this lovely, peaceful setting being portrayed, but its blurry. Its out of focus. And thats a powerful statement to make. It goes along with the points made in the Blurred Flower work from a while back.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Blog Stuff

2009-03-30T22:08:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Just wanted to mention a few things today:

1. Every week now, I'll have some kind of poll up (art-related or not) asking you guys your opinion on something that has me wondering. Question of this week: Should Marijuana be legalized? Feel free to comment on any post with an explanation/argument for your answer.

2. You can see all of the pictures and paintings that have been featured so far here!

3. I encourage you all to comment! I'm sure you guys all have your opinions on the artworks, and we all want to hear!! Feel free to post anonymously. I will only moderate inappropriate comments and comments with excessive profanity.

4. If you have drawings, paintings, stories, poems, or ANY other form of art that you want me to post, e-mail them to me at artinyourworld@gmail.com! Feedback is guaranteed!

5. Because I don't want to deal with this in the future, I'm going to emphasize right now that any work featured here fully belongs to the artist. You may not use this work commercially without the artist's express consent.

So those are just some important things I thought I'd mention right now.

Fracture on March 30, 2009

2009-03-30T08:00:00.000-07:00

Lyrics:

As your world is caving in,
With nothing left you know,
Do you get that feeling
It seemed like years ago.

It seemed like years ago.

My mind's made up and won't go back,
I'll stay the course if I can,
And watch them walk straight into my living room
and take the life of that man.

And take away the man.

Sometimes I have to be alone,
Seeing everything through a crack in my window.
Sometimes I have to be alone,
Making history of the things I see unknown.

As your world is caving in,
With nothing left you know,
Do you get that feeling
It seems like years ago.

It seems like years ago.

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Hey readers!

Today, for you guys, I have this song I found on YouTube.

Fracture by bluejester49 (Alex Walker) - found on YouTube

I think there are a lot of interesting themes being brought up in this song, one of the main ones being that there are times when you just need to be alone. Sometimes, you just need a break from your friends and everything (however great they might be) to relax, think, etc.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Cyclops Rock on March 29, 2009

2009-03-29T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, here's a really interesting drawing from dA.

Cyclops Rock by mchlpckr92 - found on deviantArt

This piece is just awesomely designed. The formation of the rock really does make it look like a cyclops, and I think the artist deserves a lot of credit for it.

I also like the message here: Sometimes things aren't always what they seem. Cliché, maybe a little bit. But its still something important that we should all understand.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Untitled on March 28, 2009

2009-03-28T08:00:00.001-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I found this awesome work on dA.

Untitled by fireflygrave - found on deviantArt

A note by the author:
"this piece was an attempt to juxtapose pretty and sad. the poetry in the background is all about death, sadness, autumn, losing love, etc. contrasted with the young girl and flowers"

I really thought that this was done beautifully. When looking at a smaller version of the picture, it doesn't look too amazing, but when you look at the original (larger) file (which you can do by going to the original page, linked above), you can see all the details and it really does look gorgeous. The effect created by the mixture of text and color is amazing.

Unfortunately, I can't see the poems themselves, but the artist's comment does provide insight on the purpose of this work. The attempt to "juxtapose pretty and sad," which can also be interpreted as happy or sad, is interesting. I think that its always important to be able to find beauty or happiness in anything, and its a point the artist manages to get across through this work.

*Edit:* The artist kindly sent me a list of the poems used in the background:

Darkness by Lord Byron

Ah, are you digging my grave? by Thomas Hardy

Winter: My Secret by Christina Rossetti

As kingfishers catch fire by Gerard Hopkins

The Indian Girl's Song by Percy Bysshe Shelley

In the Artist's studio by Christina Rossetti

Ode on Melancholy by John Keats

A Poison Tree by William Blake

To Tirzah by William Blake

Break, Break, Break by Lord Tennyson

Holy Thursday by William Blake

The Eagle by Lord Tennyson

Rime of the Ancient Mariner by Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Never Pain to Tell Thy Love by William Blake

There Is No Natural Religion by William Blake

I will read through these poems and have something to say soon.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

Regret on March 27, 2009

2009-03-27T08:00:00.000-07:00

What a fool I was that day
For not fighting for your heart
I didn't know what to say
I let it all fall apart
I let opportunity slip by
And let you walk away
I still feel the need to cry
And wish to repeat that day
I lost my chance
But I'll manage to survive that debt
Wishing to steal just one last glance
Letting you go is my only regret

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Hey readers!!

Today, I have this poem found on dA.

Regret by DarkMutt - found on deviantArt

First of all, I think the language is beautiful and that the poem has a nice rhythm.

I also know that you're all probably thinking that this might be a bit cliché. But lets step back for a second and think how true this statement might be if we generalize it. Don't you ever regret letting that one opportunity pass you by? I know I do.

But that's just my take. What's yours?

End of the Day on March 26, 2009

2009-03-26T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have something simple but beautiful.

End of the Day by wewakenair - found on deviantArt

The scene here is just gorgeous. It really is a gorgeous, simple photograph of the sunset. I really can't find a reason to analyze this. Can't we just appreciate it for its beauty?

That actually reminds me of a poem I read in English class a couple weeks ago (which I don't think I have the rights to post): An Introduction to Poetry by Billy Collins. It really gets across the message that everything doesn't have to be analyzed. Sometimes things can just be appreciated.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Untitled on March 25, 2009

2009-03-25T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have an awesome work that was once again e-mailed to me.

Untitled by Mike Patland - found in my inbox

I thought this piece was really creative and interesting. It's abstract, but then not abstract at the same time. The artist here could definitely be making many different statements. One that I thought of was quite simply how many things could be overlooked when trying to obtain food.

But that's just my take. What about you?

PS - I want to emphasize here that I will be giving priority works e-mailed to me, as opposed to works I found on deviantArt and other websites, because:

It tells me the artist is really interested in having his or her work here.
I don't have to worry about copyright issues because by e-mailing it to me, the artists are saying that they want their work here.

Faceless Jungle on March 24, 2009

2009-03-24T08:00:00.001-07:00

Hey readers!!

For today, I have for you guys this interesting work from dA.

Faceless Jungle by Gygaxis - found on deviantArt

Isn't this just beautiful?

This scene really wouldn't be too out of place in an Indiana Jones movie or a book or movie of that kind. Honestly, I can just think of a ton of different stories that can play off of this one work. There are a number of different elements in this image, and each one sends a different color and message.

Tell us what message this send you!

But that's just my take. What about you?

The Blues on March 22, 2009

2009-03-23T08:00:00.000-07:00

Carol sat at the bar in the speakeasy’s dim glow, with no one to keep her company save the bartender, busy polishing glasses. In her solitude, she thought back to the special anniversary dinner Bill came late for. The new dress he didn’t notice. His hand slamming the table, making the dishware clatter. Her draping her coat around her shoulders and stepping out into the night.

He shouldn’t have been late in the first place, she fumed. I’ve had enough of that temper. Glaring into the wall of mirrors behind the bar, she noticed her scowl, her blue eyes narrowed out of hostility, her flaxen hair spilling over her shoulder. Annoyed with her disheveled appearance, she turned away to pick up her glass and raise it to her crimson lips. Sipping from the dark liquor, she surveyed the half-empty room. At this late hour, only a handful of night owls populated the room. Carol wondered where Bill was now. Still sitting at home?

No, of course not. Probably gone back to work. He’s always working through the late hours.

She set the glass back down, and turned her attention to the small raised platform which served as a stage. She searched through the band members setting up the stage, and her eyes fell on the man preparing the microphone stand. His brown tousled hair shone in the spotlight, and he was sharply dressed – tall, but not too tall. After positioning the microphone, he straightened up, signaled to the rest of the band, and they began to play.

Carol immediately recognized her favorite song. She began to lightly tap her feet to the rhythm against the leg of her tall cushioned stool. She let the saxophone’s bluesy slink and velvet vocals draw her in.

“If I should lose you
The stars would fall from the sky…”

Clearing her throat, Carol looked down and took another sip. She then crossed her legs and smoothed out her dress, and went back to watching the singer. He gently swayed in time with the music, tenderly caressing the microphone stand.

“Leaves would wither and die
The birds in May-time, they’d sing a mournful refrain.
And I would wander around, hating the sound of rain.”

She realized he never took his eyes off her as he crooned the words. Carol herself had neglected her glass, her dress, and everything else around her. Everything except the mesmerizing melody and the hypnotic voice. Even if she wanted to, she wouldn’t have been able to avert his gaze.

“With you beside me
The rose would bloom in the snow
With you beside me
If I ever lost you…”

A corner of Carol’s mouth twitched up in a smile. The man was glowing, by God.

“All is in vain if I…
If I ever lost
You….”

The song ended with one last lingering note, and everyone present gave an appreciative round of applause, Carol included. The smile on her face mirrored the one on his. Works every time, she thought.

His eyes never leaving Carol’s face, he smirked and spoke into the microphone:

“Cute dress, Carrie.”

Playful gasps, whoops, and giggles echoed throughout the audience. Though Carol remained silent, her smile widened. That was enough encouragement for him.

“How’d you like the song, sweetheart?”

“Just fine, Bill,” she called back from the bar. “Just fine.”

Hey readers!!!

Today, I have for you a short story that was e-mailed to me. The author requested anonymity so...

The Blues by Anonymous - found in my Inbox

---------- WARNING: SPOILERS----------
I thought this story was well written, and I was completely caught off-guard by the twist at the end.

Isn't the change in heart for Carol from the beginning to the end just incredible? Also, the change comes incredibly smoothly! I really think this story says something about being forgiving, and how sometimes you just have to forgive and forget. I also liked the effort by Bill to apologize.

I think the use of the song's lyrics the story was also very well done. It really moved the story forward and added to the plot, while at the same time being interesting.

To any musicians out there, I'd love to see one of you sing this song!

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

P.S. Before I leave, I also want to urge all of you readers to send me your work!! Songs, drawings, stories, poems, or anything else. E-mail them to artinyourworld@gmail.com! Feedback guaranteed!

Stellar Snow Globe on March 22, 2009

2009-03-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!

First off, I would like to announce that you guys have officially decided (via poll) that you want more short stories, so in the coming weeks, I will do my best to find for you awesome short stories to put up.

Today, I have for you guys this piece found on dA.

Stellar Snow Globe by xiaoli75 - found on deviantArt

Obviously, this work is absolutely amazing. Gorgeous, eye-catching, etc.

I really found it interesting, though, that the rainbow in the background was in an orderly fashion, while the snowstorm was entirely chaotic. It made me think about how, sometimes, things can just be completely random, yet make total sense at the same time.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Cracked and Still Beautiful on March 21, 2009

2009-03-21T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!

Today, I have this awesome photomanipulation from dA.

Cracked and Still Beatiful by EloraMae - found on DeviantArt

This piece actually shows how powerful a title can be. Without a title, this picture would be rather meaningless. However, when you add the title, it becomes a whole lot more thought-provoking.

It just shows how something so disfigured, so blemished, can still be appreciated in so many ways.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Ball of Light on March 20, 2009

2009-03-20T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!!

Recently, I found this on dA and thought I'd share it with you guys.

Ball of Light by hujimi16 - found on DeviantArt

Isn't this piece just so interesting on so many levels?

I really like the color choice here. It makes it feel like we're up in the sky. And then there are the shadowy figures sitting there, just relaxing.

I found this image to be incredibly soothing and thought-provoking. What could those people be doing up there? What was going through the artist's head while he or she was drawing this amazing work?

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Her Crooked Line on March 19, 2009

2009-03-19T08:01:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have an awesome song for you guys by an amazing Australian artist.

Her Crooked Line by 2ruby202 - found on YouTube

Lyrics:

Outside the window, the gum trees bend and sway
Her teacher sighs "Child, you'll dream your life away"
Behind her cloak of hair she tries to read
The words are puzzles, she groups them into threes
She's trying
To walk on their straight line

Thursday's shopping day, she's greeted by her mum
With a cup of milo and a buttered sticky bun
Such tenderness, she can't help but cry
No-one's surprised and she no longer wonders why
She's resigned
She'll never walk on that straight line

Sleepless again. So much to think, so little time
She's out in the rain, it calms her busy mind
A welcome lull before the storm and the white noise begins
Her Dad comes out, they watch the mist roll in
She finds
Comfort in her crooked line

This need for symmetry
They can call it what they please
It doesn't matter in the end
She says "I am what I am"

Her friends all know, they don't need to understand
Dinner for two, she smiles and holds his hand
While under the table, hidden in her shoes
Her toes trace shapes she sees around the room
She's fine
Walking her crooked line

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Isn't she amazing? She really has a gorgeous voice.

I found the lyrics for this song particularly interesting. When I thought about it, I felt that it told the story of a girl who always tried to fit in, but after a while, she realizes that she's different, accepts it and eventually takes comfort in the fact.

I know you've probably heard that kind of thing a million times before, but how many times have you heard the story told like that?

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Here Is My Answer To You on March 18, 2009

2009-03-18T07:30:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Today, I have an amazingly powerful work found on none other than dA.

"Here Is My Answer To You" by Pegacorna2 - found on DeviantArt

Pegacorna2 created this post to answer a question posed to him. Here's what he said about it:

"Since I am more artist than writer, I have created this picture. The red unicorn is the anger that protected me (but is now chained) the dead unicorn is what I started with (the horn cut off, I would have nightmares about this as a child) and the purple unicorn rising like a phoenix from those equine ashes, is what I am now, still not whole, still, little more than a ghost in some ways, but I am trying and I feel as though my horn (spirituality/purity/center/creativity) is returning."

Really, I found the work to be beautiful. I also really appreciated the paradoxical use of using a unicorn to represent anger. After all, aren't unicorns supposed to be pure, perfect beings representative of all things good?

I also appreciated the meaning of the small details in the work. For example, the widespread wings of the red unicorn really demonstrate its protective nature. Also, the wispy design of the purple unicorn really adds an interesting element. Its kind of like saying, out of the ashes rise something anew, something more powerful, yet less real.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

*EDIT*: Unfortunately, I had to remove the picture because it was loading extremely slowly and causing problems on a number of computers. Sorry for the inconvenience; you can still see the work by clicking the included link! It really is amazing!

Abstract No 1 on March 17, 2009

2009-03-17T08:39:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!!

Today's second (and main) post is a really interesting piece from dA.

Abstract No 1 by Gillian-Emily - found on DeviantArt

Abstract art is always really interesting to discuss because there are so many possible interpretations. Now, honestly, I'm not the greatest at interpreting abstract art but when I saw this work, I was reminded of the Yin-Yang symbol. Maybe that's what the artist was aiming for here? Or maybe not. Who knows? After all, it's abstract art.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Happy Saint Patrick's Day on March 17, 2009

2009-03-17T07:27:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!

Here is the post from Saturday, back up.

Happy Saint Patrick's Day by booleann-angel - found on DeviantArt

Like I said before, I put this up mainly to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but I still really liked it for a couple reasons. The simplicity and the beautiful color choice are only a couple of reasons that I really enjoyed this work.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Unwritten Book on March 16, 2009

2009-03-16T07:45:00.000-07:00

If my nights were a book,
And every dream were a page,
You'd see with one look,
You're on center stage.

You'd be the leading man,
And I'd be the girl
Who never quite can
Live up to your world.

I'd be the friend
Who's right at your side,
Trying to pretend
There's no feelings to hide.

You'd see through my eyes
How important you are.
I couldn't disguise
That I'm longing for more.

You'd be the theme
That filled up the lines.
You'd be the dream,
I'd be the punchline.

Maybe one day
I'll give you a look,
Show you the pages
To my unwritten book.

Hi readers!!

Today, I found this poem on dA and thought I'd share it.

Unwritten Book by xStephMariex - found on DeviantArt

I know that this is a pretty common theme in poems, but I found the metaphor used to be incredibly creative and well explained. Generally, with metaphor, its pretty tough to get a point across clearly, but xStephMariex did an amazing job with the comparison.

I also thought the writing was really powerful and incredibly well written.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

We Could on March 15, 2009

2009-03-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Lyrics:

We could make some memories
We could make some love for you and me
Love ain't there for the taking

Baby we gotta make it

I wanna know you. Do you wanna know me too?
I wanna know you. Do you wanna know me too ?

We could make some memories
We could make some love for you and me
I could have you begging please.
I could make you fall in love with me.

It's too bad I won't be seeing you again.
I'd love to say hello to you.
And then we'd see if we could make the sparks fly
I wanna make you mine, All mine.

I wanna know you. Do you wanna know me too?
I wanna know you. Do you wanna know me too?
I wanna hold you. Do you wanna hold me too?

If you were sad I'd hold your hand
I'd take you far away
Far away
Far away
Far away
Far away, far away, far away

Do you wanna know me? Do you wanna hold me?
Do you wanna know me? Do you wanna hold me?

Hey readers!!!!

Today, I have for you this beautiful song sung by an amazing Australian artist.

We Could by lukeatthat1988 - found on YouTube

To start with, the vocals are amazing, as is the video itself. The montage of special effects is particularly eye-catching.

I actually found the story told in the lyrics to be amazing. When I was thinking about them, the story I came up with was: A man loves a woman, but he thinks that she doesn't want to love him. Even if she did love him, he feels that she would resist it. Or it could be that there's some sort of situation preventing their relationship.

Have you ever experienced that kind of thing? Where you're just in some kind of situation that's supposed to be good, but for some reason, it just doesn't feel right?

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Blurred Flower on March 14, 2009

2009-03-14T08:00:00.002-07:00

Hey readers!!

First off, I would like to announce Little Yellow Balloon by Jmaon116 for being selected as the favorite featured work so far! Congrats and thanks for voting!

Don't forget to vote on the new poll! "What do you want to see more of here?" If you select other, be sure to comment and tell us what that other is!!

Today's work is by an amazing artist, and I must say, it truly is amazing.

Blurred Flower by booleann-angel - found on DeviantArt

Honestly, in my opinion, this image is just spectacular. It really caught my as soon as I saw it, and the artist really deserves a lot of credit for creating such a beautiful image.

This piece could actually mean a lot of different things. When I looked for a meaning in the work, I thought that it could just mean that sometimes things are just out of focus. Or maybe something is just so beautiful that you just can't see it properly. Have you ever had a moment like that? When you're just out of touch with the world and at a certain point you realize you're just not seeing the world clearly? (or something along those lines)

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

*Edit*: I would just like to mention how amazing an artist booleann-angel is. I just went back to her page and saw about 3 more works I would have loved to show here because they were so amazing. Check her page out here!

*Edit#2*: I removed the St. Patrick's Day post because ... it's not quite St. Patrick's Day yet. I'll put it back up on tuesday!

Azure on March 13, 2009

2009-03-13T07:45:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!!

Today, I have a very simple work that deserves some credit.

"Azure" by XxlintuvixenxX - found on DeviantArt

Really, the main thing I have to say about this work is that this is an amazing scene to capture. I mean, how many of us can honestly say that they would have noticed something like this in the sky? As much as I'd like to say I would've, I sincerely doubt it, and I'm sure that's the same with a lot of you guys.

So with this post, I think its less about the photography and more credit to the photographer for simply having the awareness to notice such a beautiful scene.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

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P.S. Comment and tell us what the cloud formation reminds you of. For some reason, it makes me think of a bird from Harry Potter. Also, vote and tell us what your favorite post is! Voting closes at midnight!

Oh, Alcohol. on March 12, 2009

2009-03-12T07:45:00.000-07:00

Tilting the small cup back, Felicity welcomed the fiery drink into her mouth, swallowing it quickly. She did not allow herself to linger over the taste, unpleasant as it was. A warm, trickling sensation shot through her body, the burn of alcohol dancing upon her tongue.

“Give me something to chase that with,” Felicity choked, grimacing in spite of herself. Katie passed her a cup of hot chocolate, her wrist twisting haphazardly under the weight. It was a jumbo cup of cocoa that they had decided to make tonight, their only known cure for the nasty tang of whisky. Felicity reached out for the cup, her hands floundering desperately. Finally, she raised the warm mug to her petite lips, caressing the sweet flavor, allowing it to fully cloak the sting that lingered at the back of her throat.

“Shthere you go!” Katie slurred, a careless giggle slipping through her calm exterior. Every bone in her body seemed to be relaxing. Felicity smiled to herself as she, too, began to feel the promising sensation. She sighed, leaning back against the edge of the bed, feeling the whole world begin to tilt on its axis. It was okay.

“Another shot.”

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Hi readers!!

Today, I'm breaking from the norm and giving you guys a (very) short story I stumbled across on Live Journal.

"Oh, Alcohol." by essentialsanity - found on Live Journal

Reading between the lines here, I found this poem to be really interesting and powerful.

Especially the line, "the whole world begin to tilt on its axis. It was okay." Doesn't that just feel wrong? When the world is flipping upside down, you should be panicking and freaking out, not calming down, right?

Well, when I thought about it some more, I realized that there often are moments when you want everything in the world to change. Sometimes things just aren't going right, or maybe you're just bored of the status quo.

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

Fear on March 11, 2009

2009-03-11T07:45:00.000-07:00

Hey readers!!

Once again from dA (that site is basically a treasure chest for awesome art), I have for you a very contemporary piece.

"Fear" by Jorge1087 - found on DeviantArt

The piece is "done in homage to Shepard Fairey's Obama poster" (seen above as well).

I found the concept very interesting because, well, they're opposites. In a lot of ways, fear is the opposite of hope. And then, at the same time, fear is integral to hope. After all, if we don't fear anything, what is there to hope for?

Another point is that, in these tough times, Fear and Hope are both two very common emotions and very important emotions. After all, everyone is fearing lay offs, foreclosures, etc. At the same time, everyone has hope that they will make it through this crisis okay.

I also think it's interesting that Jorge1087 decided to use Roscharch, in light of the movie, Watchmen. However, because I'm unfamiliar with the movie/graphic novel, I can't elaborate much in that regard. Anyone with knowledge of the movie, I'd love to see you tell me what you think in the comments.

Jorge1087 kindly commented on his usage of Roscharch:

"You bring up some interesting thoughts on Hope vs. Fear. Rorschach and Obama are polar opposites. On one end you have a leader advocating change in hope of a better future. The other, a cynical social outcast, believes the world is a cesspool and that a significant positive change cannot truly be made."

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

*EDIT* - Link is fixed so now it leads to the art itself, instead of the download link.

Little Yellow Balloon on March 10, 2009

2009-03-10T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!!

Today, I found this gem on dA.

Little Yellow Balloon by Jmaon116 - found on Deviant Art.

I actually found this piece very interesting. Now, despite the fact that the balloon in the drawing is actually rather large, the work is entitled "Little Yellow Balloon." Now why could that be?

I looked at it as the Yellow Balloon looking up at the sky and being intimidated by the great blue sky. This could actually be a pretty cool metaphor for someone and their dreams or the future or even just something like a building

Isn't it so easy to feel little when standing next to a skyscraper? To feel intimidated when thinking about going for your dreams? Or some task you may have to accomplish the next day? Or the next year?

But that's just my take. What about you?

Anshul J

What Is Art?

2009-03-09T22:10:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!

Right now, I'm putting up one of my own poems because I feel like it kind of encompasses the point of my blog. You won't be seeing too much of my stuff up here because:

The point of this blog is for other amazing artists to be featured. Not for me to advertise myself.
I'm nowhere near as amazing as a bunch of the stuff I have shown/will show on here.

Comment please (constructive criticism is always helpful)

What Is Art? by Anshul J

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What is art, you ask?

Art is
The flow of words in a story.
The outburst of colors in a painting.
The melody of music.

Art is
The pattern on a coat of fur.
The medley of sounds as you
walk down the street.
The rhythm of the raindrops
pitter-pattering on the concrete.
The fluid motions of a dancer
moving gracefully to the rhythm.
The cricket’s chirping in the dead of night

What is art, you ask?
Art is the world.
And everyone’s world is different.

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And that's just one man's view of the world. Comment and leave your own perspective. Don't be afraid of dissenting: After all, everyone's tastes are different!

Anshul J

Fallen Rose on March 9, 2009

2009-03-09T09:58:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!!

Today, for you, I have a wonderfully meaningful work found on DA.

"Fallen Rose" by sunnyday26 - found on DeviantArt

According to the artist: "It's supposed to represent a broken heart."

Personally, I found the work to be meaningful on many levels. A fallen rose can represent so many things to so many people. To some people, a broken heart. To others, a lost opportunity. And so many other things.

That's just one man's opinion. Comment and leave your own perspective. And don't be afraid of dissenting (and don't hate on dissenters): After all, everyone's tastes and opinions are different!

Anshul J

Not Sorry on March 9, 2009

2009-03-09T02:56:00.001-07:00

Hi readers!

I recently discovered this original song on YouTube and wanted to share it with you guys.

"Not Sorry" by jennaestar - found on YouTube

The lyrics are available in the video description.

First of all, she's a great singer, and I think the melody's amazing. I recommend you look at her other songs.

When it comes to the lyrics, I feel that the theme is a very common theme. Basically just too little, too late. But at the same time, I think jennaestar gives it a unique spin that makes the lyrics worth paying attention to.

Isn't there always that moment where you feel like things just aren't in sync? Maybe if this had happened, or you had taken that chance back then, things would have worked out?

That's just one man's opinion. Comment and leave your own perspective. And don't be afraid of dissenting (and don't hate on dissenters): After all, everyone's tastes and opinions are different!

Anshul J

Self Portrait. on March 9, 2009

2009-03-09T00:26:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!

This time, I bring to you an amazing I work I found on DA (yes, I go there a lot, but its amazing)

The drawing is entitled

"self portrait." by hollibal - found on DeviantArt

The artist adds the comment: "pretty symbolic of how I was feeling at the time"

Isn't that how most of us feel about ourselves at some point or another? So often, people will criticize themselves (generally physically) and forget to find positives, in all aspects of life.

On the flip side, people (myself not excluded) find it easy to throw blame upon others. Whether it be politicians (Republicans and Democrats anyone?) or just blaming your little brother for breaking that vase, people are often willing to throw others under the bus for their own sake.

That's just one man's opinion. Comment and leave your own perspective. And don't be afraid of dissenting (and don't hate on dissenters): After all, everyone's tastes and opinions are different!

Anshul J

.Dreams are Drifting. on March 9, 2009

2009-03-08T23:37:00.000-07:00

Hi readers!

Okay, today for you, I'm going to try and add 3 or 4 pieces of art/literature for you.

First up for today!

".dreams are drifting." by rockabillyska - found on DeviantArt

The work was accompanied by the following poem:

Drifting Down

awaiting, seemlessly in solitude

endlessly searching for you

my mind's uneasy, I cannot sleep

dreams cascading through my conciousness

feelings of falling away from this light

feelings of falling away from this life

there you drifting down

into the black falling away

whiskey heavy dreams

the blood flowed so quickly

I, personally, found this poem interesting, especially when considering the accompanied by this picture. Given the clear emotional turmoil of the girl in the picture, the context of the poem becomes much more powerful.

That's just one man's opinion. Comment and leave your own perspective. Don't be afraid of dissenting: After all, everyone's tastes are different!

Anshul J

Welcome

2009-03-08T10:57:00.001-07:00

Welcome all to Art and The World!

This blog here is dedicated to finding works of literature and art for you to enjoy as well as giving it a spin on its relation to the world and what's going on today.

Or something along those lines...

In either case, come here just to enjoy wonderful pieces of art and literature as well as getting to hear some news as well.

If you have a work of art you feel should be noticed, know an amazing work of art, or know an amazing website where I can find more works of art, feel free to e-mail me at artinyourworld@gmail.com

Anshul