#creation poem

[paradoxarchive]

i am too in love with life, i don't want to die (i cannot fathom the absence of living)

arthoesunshine | sunlightafterdark | joseph cambell | mary oliver | amy krouse rosenthal | joseph brodsky | unknown | gregory orr | colette, tr by matthew ward | anaïs nin

[dxmianwaynesstuff]

lucerys and aemond: on creator and creation.

[ "another like him" - frankenstein: a new musical | speeches for doctor frankenstein - margaret atwood | great expectations - charles dickens | frankenstein - mary shelley | frankenstein - mary shelley | i put the coffin out to the sea - lisa marie basile ]

[nootdraws]

Anger

qTubbo is such a fascinating little guy to me, especially his relation to anger (cutting down the eye workers, purgatory 1 & 2, the Fred kidnapping arc, his relationship to the federation, the post-resurrection stuff,,,). It's simultaneously something he wields as a weapon, and also very clearly something he has absolutely zero control over. So, here's a comic about it.

I started this comic right after qTubbo got resurrected, but only just got around to finishing it. I've honestly been wanting to use this poem for a while, cus I feel like it's kinda different to my usual stuff, and I really like it, so I'm glad to give it a home with this comic. Also feels good to do a longer comic and stretch my creative muscles in that regard.

Huge shout out to the qsmp for giving me something to care about over the past months. I hope all the admins get all the success they deserve in their future ventures. <33

[trickstersaint]

elegy in which you are the creator in the laboratory // october 29 2023

[inkystaar]

poem i did for an english assignment that my teacher really liked ???

[worldbuildingwanderlust]

Let it all begin

Face to face

With another World's

End

[redrosesandcharmingsouls]

Alicent Hightower and Helaena Targaryen/ Mother and Daughter by Hayan Charara.

[trinalwilliams]

In the grand symphony of the universe, I'm a single, delicate note, blending with countless others to create a majestic melody….✨

Tlw

[asinnersalibius]

Absent Gods

I've been praying to a God I don't believe in.

I don't know why, or when, but I have. Every now and again I find myself stopping in coffee shop windows and quiet waiting rooms; praying.

There are no words exchanged, none from me, and none from them, but we speak to a degree, silently. It's not peace, certainly not, but it is a form of clarity. Quiet and surrendering.

I don't know whose God I've found in the barren wastelands of my distrust, in the guarded walls of my lust, but I've found a God I don't believe in; and that's granted me enough.

We don't talk every day, we barely talk at all, but I often find myself talking, regardless of the silence. It's the only silence that never rang in my ears, made my heartbeat seem so loud, so distant.

It feels right, at times, like how a good pen feels or a nice soft sweater not too hot for summer. For that, I haven't tried to figure out who this God is, perhaps by intention.

It may be odd, but I know, whenever I need to, whenever I can, there's someone, something out in the world, or not, listening, acknowledging, and that's enough to me.

I've been praying to a God I don't believe in, and for now, that's fine.

[bethanynightfall]

Let your imagination run wild, in a field of flowers, my dearest adventurous child. 🌱🌼

[paradoxarchive]

here, i blur into you

(a love letter to my best friend)

ribs, lorde | kigiom | trista mateer | memorial bench for judy, from janice, source unknown | emma, jane austen | from a letter to doris dana, gabriela mistral | written on the body, jeanette winterson | sunsbleeding | friends, bts (jimin + taehyung) | we were girls together, delaney bailey

[anonymous-witness777]

Dear Wilderness, a zine I made for class

[athousandbyeol]

even when i knew what to do, i couldn't do it in time. in the end, i still lost him.

♡ thanks to @hoppipolla for being an inspiration behind this set ♡

[euesworld]

"Kiss me with galaxies dripping from my lips and I will create a universe inside of you.."

Can you see the stars in my eyes?? - eUë

[queenlucythevaliant]

If I weren't so familiar with "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner," I think I would be able to appreciate "The Albatross" off the new album a whole lot more. Like, "peace" is a top three song for me off folklore and I just love the conversation those two songs are having, the storytelling choice to use third person, some of the instrumentation. But she does the least interesting possible thing with the allusion.

It's super clear that Taylor hasn't actually read the Rime and is just going off the general cultural idea of what the albatross is supposed to represent. Given that the allusion is basically the entire premise of the song, this is really disappointing. Especially on an album called "The Tortured Poets Department."

[vilevampz]

Character Development: Inspirations & Techniques (Part 2)

Where to gain inspiration from

Movies/TV shows 

Visual storytelling in movies/TV shows provides a rich source of character inspiration

Character interactions and evolution spark ideas for unique and dynamic personalities.

Detailed portrayal of emotions, dialogue, and body language aids in conveying complex traits and relationships.

Setting and costume design inspire character backgrounds and aesthetics.

Plots and subplots offer examples of character arcs and growth.

Analyzing favorite characters helps identify compelling traits to apply to your creations.

Reimagining characters in different contexts or blending traits from multiple characters results in fresh, original personalities.

2. Dreams

Unique Scenarios: Dreams often present bizarre and imaginative scenarios that can be the basis for intriguing storylines or settings.

Emotional Depth: The intense emotions experienced in dreams can provide insight into character motivations and relationships.

Subconscious Creativity: Dreams tap into the subconscious mind, revealing unexpected ideas and creative solutions that might not emerge during waking hours.

Symbolism and Themes: The symbolic nature of dreams can inspire themes, motifs, and symbolic imagery within stories.

Character Development: Dream figures can inspire new characters or offer fresh perspectives on existing ones, enriching their depth and complexity.

Exploration of Fears: Nightmares and anxieties manifest in dreams can be explored and transformed into compelling narratives.

Surreal Elements: Dreams' surreal and fantastical elements can add a unique and captivating dimension to writing.

Creating Character Profiles

1. Importance 

Consistency: They help maintain consistent character traits, behaviors, and backstories throughout the story.

Depth: Profiles provide a detailed understanding of characters, making them more three-dimensional and relatable.

Development: They aid in tracking character growth and development throughout the narrative.

Motivation: Profiles clarify characters' motivations, goals, and conflicts, enhancing plot coherence.

Interaction: Understanding each character’s personality helps writers depict authentic interactions and relationships.

Creativity: They inspire creativity by encouraging writers to explore various aspects of a character’s life, including past experiences and future aspirations.

Efficiency: Profiles save time during the writing process by providing quick reference points for character details.

Backstory: Detailed profiles provide a comprehensive backstory for characters, enriching the narrative.

Facades: They showcase different facets and layers of a character, revealing their complexity and making them more realistic.

2. What to include 

Hair color, eye color, or anything that describes what the character looks like

Traits to offer a glimpse of their personality and/or quirks

Their family tree and history, education, and any other relevant background info

Their motivations and goals, What drives them? What do they want to achieve? 

Relationships with friends, family, or partner 

Example Character Sheet: 

Character Name: 

Age: 

Sexuality: 

Gender:

Education: 

Eye color: 

Hair color: 

Traits:

Fears:

Strengths: 

Weakness: 

*This is how I do it but you can make it more complex or visually appealing, whatever works best for you. 

Using Programs to envision characters 

Programs like the Sims can help greatly when envisioning characters as you can create exactly what they look like (mods and CC will make that a reality) I use this all the time to create what my character looks like and what their voice sounds like. I know their voices are in similish but I can get an understanding of how high or deep or what tone I am going for in my head. I can also see what they would dress like casually, formally, etc. so if a scene needs my characters to dress a certain way, this helps figure that out. Visualing your characters through a program like this helps but if you can draw your characters that is awesome. There is a good chunk of writers or poets who can’t draw so this helps us be able to see our characters.