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were going to have an ARTFIGHT summer. were going to draw OC ART. we will be NOT FINISHING REFERENCE SHEETS. we will be ignoring our BACKLOG. we will be FORGETTING WHAT WE PLANNED TO DRAW AND ATTACKING RANDOM CHARACTERS. we will be NOT GOING OUTSIDE. we will be GETTING RSI and FORGETTING TO STRETCH ENOUGH. ARTFIGHT SUMMER !!

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oh my friend

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stupid -> BIG stupid

(wanna know a secret? they all eat rocks.)

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today i’m thinking about: this Sudowoodo character in SM that can just randomly speak English in the localized versions of the games, assumedly because nobody in the localization team caught on to the fact that Sudowoodo’s Japanese name is Usokkii, and it was saying “uso” as in Usokkii…not literally saying the Japanese word for “lies”

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The ol’ jitterbug

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This happened sorry for spoilers

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I’m making this post on the behalf of Sami and his family. Fundraiser here.

Sami says:

"A simple picture, yet it holds a powerful meaning. Tell me what did you understand, and what will you do? 'I understood that these children are in urgent need of donations, and I will donate. I will also share this post—it might help in some way. This image is full of sorrowful meaning, and I will do everything I can for these innocent children. I will donate so that they can go to school, eat clean food, and sleep in peace.' This is exactly what is happening right now with me and my family in the heart of Gaza. Please, donate—share—speak up. Don’t stop. We are between life and death. Don’t leave us behind."

Please do anything you can to help, any engagement is appreciated even if you cannot directly give to the campaign. Thank you so much <3.

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Quick transmasc toph doodle

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Compilation of the hugs between the Core Six of the Avatar Gaang. Thanksgiving may be over but am still thankful to have grown up with these characters from Avatar the Last Airbender <3

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Are you 🫵 pissed off about the Lilo and Stitch monstrosity remake? Do you want to know how you can actually make a difference in supporting the people and ecosystems of Hawaii?

Tourism is a big issue in Hawaii (which the remake got rid of the original's commentary on because it makes foreigners look bad). I'm not gonna promote it, BUT I know that realistically, thousands of people arrive here every single day by the airplane-ful. And the majority of them aren't educated on the socio-cultural and economic impacts of tourism. SO, I'm making this post in an effort to educate visitors. If you or someone you know is visiting or moving to Hawaii (whether by circumstances in or out of your control), here are some suggestions on how you can give back!

You can donate to the Hawaii Community Foundation, which has been instrumental in giving aid to the displaced community of Lahaina after the Maui wildfires in 2023. They also provide scholarships to students of under-represented communities.

If you're interested in visiting Kualoa Ranch, you can do their Mālama Experience where you get your hands dirty giving back to the ‘āina (land)!

There are other organizations you can join to volunteer with, too, like Kupu and Mālama Maunalua. Check them out; maybe you can help with a beach cleanup or plant native trees! These are both non-profit organizations that accept monetary donations.

Visit the Bishop Museum to learn about Hawaiian history and culture! They also have events focused on sustainability and conservation.

If you're visiting Hilo on the Big Island, go visit the Laulima Nature Center! They're a non-profit aimed at protecting Hawaii's native species, and they even have an online store that ships to the US mainland and internationally! (After I post this, I'm gonna head on over and get myself a manu o Kū pin ♡)

A few other tips I have:

DO: Respect the locals' homes. Several beaches and hiking trails have access points in residential areas. Please be mindful to keep your voices down when passing by, and park ONLY in designated parking areas.

DO: Wear reef-safe sunscreen! Sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate are banned in Hawaii because they are known to damage coral reefs.

DON'T: Approach wildlife, particularly honu (sea turtles) and 'īlio holo i ka uaua (Hawaiian monk seals). Stay at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from turtles and at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from monk seals. If you see someone harassing animals, report them to the statewide NOAA Marine Wildlife Hotline: (888) 256-9840. You can also contact the Hawaii State Department of Land and Natural Resources.

DON'T: Collect sand, rocks, or other natural items to bring home with you. This is to protect the ecosystems and also out of respect for Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians), who have cultural beliefs regarding lava rocks in particular. Taking lava rocks is extremely disrespectful.

DON'T: Litter! Please throw away your waste in proper trash cans. If you see a bin that says "ʻōpala," that's a trash can!

Many Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians) are moving to the US mainland because the cost of living in Hawaii has been driven up so high (because of people moving here), they can't afford to live in their ancestral home. So, if you are going to visit or move to Hawaii, please:

- Make the effort to support local businesses, especially those owned by Native Hawaiians!

- Educate yourself and your loved ones about actual Hawaiian culture!

- Try Hawaiian food, like poi!

- Learn some Hawaiian words and don't be afraid to ask how to pronounce words correctly!

- Donate to a food bank!

- Watch films and read books written by Native Hawaiians!

My hope is that whoever sees this post will use it to educate themselves, their friends, and their families who are considering visiting.

My background is in sustainability and the environment, so that's what I know to suggest off the top of my head. If any Kānaka Maoli read this post and have suggestions to add, please do!

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doodle

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Gaza Family Aid and Evacuation Funds Jan. 19 2025 Update

Re-writing my previous pinned post with updated/more condensed info. ^^ Bold entries are under 50%. Completed or deactivated fundraisers have been removed, and certain still campaigns have been omitted until I can confirm they're still running.

Disclaimer: I am not a proper vetting source. Before adding a new entry, I always read the fundraiser page and cross-check people's blogs for photo proof and verification status. (Meaning they're either endorsed by Hussein and Nairuz, gazavetters, or someone I know on Twitter.) I encourage future donors to do the same!

Spotlight – online mutuals and regular contacts

Ahmad Al-Turk: 13% of 70,000 GBP (restarted) (Paypal) Siraj Abudayeh: 15% of 67,600 EUR (restarted TWICE) Abood Mushtaha: 25% of 10,000 USD (approx.) (moved) Shahed Abumousa: 32% of 100,000 EUR (stretched) (incentive) Ahmed Al-Astal: 37% of $40,000 USD Sami Alkhaliley: 51% of 30,000 EUR (restarted) Aziz Sallam: 52% of $20,000 Haboub family: 58% of 20,000 USD (first campaign complete!)

Others added by request (in order of progress)

Ola Mahmoud: 0% of 45,000 EUR Ahmed Almofty: 7% of 4,000 EUR (moved) Akram and Walaa Al-Salout: 26% of 50,000 CAD Mohammad Shamia: 32% of 250,000 SEK Ahmad and family: 35% of 75,000 USD (Paypal) Ibrahim Almofty: 46% of 40,000 Nesma Momen: 71% of 35,000 EUR Noor Al-Salout: 79% of 50,000 CAD Heba, Aya, and Adam Al-Maqadma: 85% of 100,000 EUR (stretched) Mahmoud Hamam: 86% of 35,000 USD (stretched) Amal Ashour: 90% of 75,000 EUR (stretched) Rana Arafat: 97% of 48,000 EUR

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my son

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Somehow slipped my mind to put it on Tumblr, but a few months back I bought a lineart commission of Pit from Tracy Yardley.

For those who don't know, Tracy Yardley has done a lot of work on the Sonic the Hedgehog Archie and IDW comics in the past, along with a fair number of other comic books. It's a different kind of relic from the other ones I have, but every bit as cherished!