a watercolor that I made

May 18, 2026 1:42 AM

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even though this is the worst time to be an artist on the internet, there are still "clever" people who will find new and exciting ways of kicking you while you're down. It's just been real rough. I'm not sure if I can keep doing art.

I truly treasure all the pieces I have purchased from you. I have you art all over my workspace and find much interest and solace in your creations. I also treasure your handwritten notes and have kept all. Thank you for making your art

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Don't EVER judge yourself by haters! You are lovely and people LOVE your work! Stand strong and good rhings will happen. Much love and support always!

3 months ago | Likes 19 Dislikes 0

This is your quarterly reminder that we would all watch tf out of an animated series with your creations

3 months ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Before I read that stupid sarcasm comment my first thought upon seeing your post was your art just keeps getting better and better and I’m stoked you’re sharing it with us. It truly brings me joy to see it. Please don’t let the trolls get under your skin.

3 months ago | Likes 12 Dislikes 0

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Everyone who is an actual human regular around here loves your work! Dont let the bastards grind you down.

3 months ago | Likes 37 Dislikes 0

Man, forget the haters. What does that comment even mean? I just put in an order for that Fairy Tale print and some others. Don't you dare stop. 😎

3 months ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

Your stuff is the best! I own some! I'm also an artist and yeah, it's rough but think about how sad your soul would be if you stopped! Art made by humans will always be superior. Keep creating and fuck the haters!

3 months ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

I have no idea what they might be getting at, so it probably is just trying to psychologically "kick" someone. They are just slinging their pain out into the void hoping that if it sticks to somebody they will feel less pain. Admittedly though, all of the animals look incredibly tired and I cannot tell if that is intentional. Bold lines and dark patches around half lidded eyes is often used to suggest exhaustion. Narwhal looks annoyed.

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

I love it. I'm going to stare at it till I fall asleep.

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

"where the water things are"

3 months ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Don’t let an idiot dull your sparkle. Some of us look forward to seeing your new art. Be unapologetically you!!!!!

3 months ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Don't let that person get to you, it's a new account with like 4 points, so probably just some sad troll with nothing better to do. SO many people here, myself included, love your art. It's so unique and not like anything else I've seen! My mom always brags to her friends that I "know an artist" because she saw the jigsaw puzzle of yours that I did and I showed her all the goodies you sent with it lol. You make beautiful, creative work that makes people happy and you should be so proud. <3

3 months ago | Likes 22 Dislikes 0

I always look forward to your posts. I love seeing whatever your working on. 😊👍

3 months ago | Likes 1 Dislikes 0

Beautiful. Dreamy.

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

May your critics end up sleeping with the fishes.

3 months ago | Likes 4 Dislikes 0

A bunch of people only exist to be the negative example the rest of humanity is supposed to stand against. That chucklefuck seems like one of those. Don't ever sweat the haters. And I agree with Doismellbacon thank you for taking the time to share your art with us.

3 months ago | Likes 6 Dislikes 0

I’m fckn proud to have your art, man. As soon as I discovered you I ordered a print off Etsy. You’re one of the coolest artists I know because you’re so accessible and I’d recognize your art anywhere (and it’s dope). Please don’t stop making it!

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Your art is incredible. I get lost in so much of it. They are like dreams from my childhood and I find them nostalgic and comforting for reasons I’m not sure I understand. I hope you never stop making and sharing your talent and creativity with the world. I’m really sorry it’s been tough lately. That will change. Your art is brilliant.

3 months ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

OP I've always appreciated your art and loved catching it on here. I think it'll be really sad if you aren't able to keep going with it. I understand if that's the case, but whatever happens I hope you'll keep going, if only just for yourself and your own creativity.

Is there any way to help support you and your work? Maybe help you make it through a tough time?

3 months ago | Likes 8 Dislikes 0

Check out @OP on Etsy! You'll be amazed by what you receive when you order!!

3 months ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

This is awesome! Id love to hang it on my wall

3 months ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

I look forward to starting my day with a little bit of your calming art. Thank you for sharing.

3 months ago | Likes 2 Dislikes 0

Love your art and that you share it with us. This one is an especially cool vibe.

3 months ago | Likes 49 Dislikes 0

@op I like it a lot. I'm an amateur watercolor. I just myself. Your drawing skills are great. I recognize the animals, but who are some of the human faces?

3 months ago | Likes 3 Dislikes 0

Thank you so much

3 months ago | Likes 14 Dislikes 0

Not even a real account. It’s a troll account that was made less than a week ago

3 months ago | Likes 28 Dislikes 1

3 months ago | Likes 7 Dislikes 0

thank you so much. It's just been a rough rough time, lately.

3 months ago | Likes 15 Dislikes 0

1) I feel like I've been seeing a bunch of random accounts lately. Usernames of all the ones I've noticed are a weird, meaningless jumble of letters and numbers, and they pop in on posts making either weird comments that don't always make sense on the posts.

The weirdest thing is that I've seen a few cases where their comment are made on posts days after the posts were made, but somehow have gotten points. Been upvoted to around 8 or 9 points.

I wonder if someone is doing some sort of trial

3 months ago | Likes 9 Dislikes 0

2) with A.I. accounts or creating a new upvote/downvote brigade with a bunch of burners.

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Fair point, feels sloppy

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0

Plus there were all of those spam links this morning, at least a half dozen accounts all copying and pasting the same stuff

3 months ago | Likes 5 Dislikes 0