#the picture is from a coloring paint by numbers app

[magicstar16]

I finally found her y’all

The Big Night Cat

[lixzey]

The Unknown Number

A/N: ignore the time stamps 😆 i know, i know, but it's literally 2am when i edited this and i can't edit the time 😔

warnings: none? just that reader is italian and a lil bit of peach dissing [if you know, you know]

You were bored.

You were sitting alone in your hotel room, plans foiled by a stormy day, waiting for some miracle to happen. You were supposed to enjoy a beautiful day in New York; you had just arrived last night from Italy for a three-week vacation in America. You have planned this trip for so long. Originally,  your best friend Hailey was supposed to come along, but her family needed to go to Germany to visit her sick grandmother. Hailey had urged you to go on with the trip, practically forcing you to go to the airport and live your dream—the American dream you've been dreaming of since you were a little girl—and just enjoy, even without her.

You agreed, of course. You've been dreaming of coming to New York ever since you were eight; you weren't going to pass off the opportunity to fly to the place where your mother came from. Your mother left when you were eight—she died of cancer. As a little girl, you'd listen excitedly when your mother told you stories about her hometown. She painted such a vivid picture of New York City that you felt like you knew it like the back of your hand, even though you'd never been there. And now, here you were, sitting in a hotel room with nothing to do.

As you stared out the rain-streaked window, you sighed, feeling sorry for yourself and wishing Hailey was there with you. This was not how you had envisioned starting your vacation in the big city. You had been looking forward to exploring Central Park, visiting museums, and trying out all the famous New York food with Hailey. It just wasn’t the same without her. 

You took a deep breath, grabbing your phone from the nightstand beside you and deciding to scroll on Instagram to ease your boredom. As you mindlessly scrolled through your feed, something caught your eye—an advertisement for Wonka.

“Oh, I almost forgot about this,” you muttered to yourself, tapping twice on the post.

You have been a fan of Timothée Chalamet for less than a year. Hailey had been the one who introduced you to the young actor, and to your surprise, you were the same age as him. The first movie of his you’ve ever watched was Little Women, and you've loved him ever since.

You've been obsessing over his films like Dune and The King, loving every shot of him and admiring his beauty and talent. When you watched the trailer for Wonka, it was surreal to see him in such an unserious manner. Singing and dreaming about chocolate in his infamous purple coat.  

Continuing to scroll down your feed, you began seeing more of him, fan interactions, the red carpet, and movie promos. God, he's beautiful, you thought, moving to screenshot every photo you scrolled by. Mindlessly switching to Tiktok, where you see numerous edits of Tim on his premieres looking absolutely stunning in his colorful suits, left you imagining what else would be peeking under his jacket.

 “Is there anything you won't do for fashion?”

“Oh man, yeah, do it for the fashion.”

I’d do anything for you, all for you. You thought as you kept on scrolling some more to see character edits, ship edits—which you hated—thrist edits, and so much more that you couldn’t save anymore because you were running low on storage.

You sighed, closing the app, tossing your phone to the side, and plopping on the bed. This isn’t the American dream. You were supposed to be out, exploring New York, getting a sense of nostalgia from all of the stories your mother had told you years ago. But no, you were stuck in a hotel, scrolling through all of your social media feeds. God knows how many times you’ve scrolled through instagram and tiktok. You should be walking down Fifth Avenue, shopping and taking in the sights, eating hotdogs and pizzas as you walk through Central Park—maybe even running into a celebrity, hopefully Timothée Chalamet—not just stuck inside your hotel room moping.

What I’d give to have a moment with Timmy. 

Personally, you’d give the whole world just one minute with him. But you can’t help but wonder: What would any of Timmy’s fans give to just have one moment with him? Probably the same as you, but every person is different.

You grabbed your phone again, opening Instagram. As soon as the app opened, Timothée’s newest post greeted you.

He looked so effortlessly handsome, and it made the butterflies in your stomach flutter like crazy. You wished to be in Kylie Jenner’s place, but you could never be her. You’re just this plain girl that he would never even take a second glance at. You didn’t have a famous family, you didn’t have tons of fans, you didn’t have a successful makeup brand, and it’s sure as hell that you didn’t have a model body and a perfect face. You’re just a normal Italian girl with flaws. You had a belly, stretch marks, dark bags under your eyes from staying up late, cellulite, big arms, and acne scars from your youth. You were far from the girls he’d ever want. But you still love him nonetheless, even if you could only love him from afar. 

Tapping on his profile, you clicked on the message button. It was the only thing you could do—message him every once in a while. You wondered how many girls would freak out if Timothée Chalamet messaged them. It was a long shot, but if it ever happened to you, it was sure as fuck that you’d be either crying of happiness or faint. There’s no in-between, honestly. 

Suddenly, an idea popped into your head. 

Text random numbers and pretend to be Timothée Chalamet. 

It was a bad idea, sure, but when have you ever thought before doing shit? It’s only some harmless fun, right? You knew if you asked Hailey, she’d support you; no questions asked. So, there isn’t anyone else who’d tell you it’s a bad idea.

You opened your IMessage app, deciding to go with your stupid idea. 

“Here goes nothing.” you muttered, typing in the number Hailey gave.

You laid on your stomach, typing in a random greeting message, stifling your laughter before tapping the send button. “Sent.”

You couldn't stop laughing, you were honestly enjoying this even though it was wrong to catfish people. You were bored, this was the only thing that gave you smiles as the storm outside raged on.

You tried to stop laughing so you could type in a message for your next prank victim, failing miserably. You tossed your phone to the side, clutching your stomach as you let all of your laughter out of your body. It was absolutely funny to see people’s reactions, knowing all too well that you aren’t the real Timothée, and just riding along with your shit.

After a few minutes of laughing, you finally regained your composure. “Alright, onto the next.”

@helens3amstuff @gatoenlaciudad @thebetawolfgirl @lovemelikecrazyiloveyoucrazy @tchalamss @ashlynnmalfoy @crazycat-ladys-blog @michakune @mxltifxnd0m @spencerr3idd @dangelnleif @sthkate @ferrjulie @imnotoverlyobsessive @mel-vaz @elsagreeer @lovely-maryj @meowmeowmau @bobthe-turmpetman29 @saintcosette @ashisabitgay @ladyladybuggg @nyrasunderwrld @remussbitch @jadahxx @starrystormwritings @ell0ra-br3kk3r @dreary-salem @drewsandsebastianswife @greenapplegrass @lilianelena39 @haybellewrites @cloudlst @si4a @ev3ningrain @ttulipwritezz @lilmaymayy @bullets-from-another-dimension @siriuslycaptainofthedawntreader @reg-arcturus-black @marina468 @3stelar @timhalamet @st4rf00k3r @idli-dosa @jimins15thhair @blacksgarden

[angria]

Downloaded this self-care app called Finch. Almost like a tamagotchi (dating myself here). You have a bird to take care of by gaining points for completing self-care tasks, growing from a chick to adult. And you can tailor it based on what causes you to struggle with self-care (I selected mental health and mood).

I heard about it through a church friend. Give it a try, I guess. It's free for the most part (usual stupid in-app purchases). Also, I highly recommend the app Happy Color. It's a paint by numbers game and completely free (some ads). They post new pictures every day, unlimited amount you can color. I play it every day and a really good distraction.

[bluenpjm]

kim taehyung’s bad decision

❝ bad decisions ��� high school au : ̗̀➛ smut + angst + fluff synopsis. there are people who say that high school is one of the best times of your life: where you find your first love, where you might lose your virginity, where you get to go to your first party, where you meet your friends for life. all they ask is that you live day after day, decision after decision… you try your best to avoid bad decisions and deal with your emotions at the same time.

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Taehyung stares blankly at the sheet of paper filled with soft blue lines on his table. His fingers rotate his number two pencil as he frustratedly ponders over the question his teacher had just announced as the topic of this class essay. 

Around him, his classmates are in a similar situation. The question written on the blackboard reads What’s your most recent bad decision? Taehyung finds himself grappling with the choice of topic. He knew he should write something lighthearted, something safe and relatable like forgetting to study for a test, but deep down in his heart, he yearns to pour out his true emotions onto the piece of paper. 

With a sigh, he began writing the title of his essay, A Bad Decision I Made, not too creative, but it would suffice for the time being. Slowly but steadily, he begins writing, stark and truthful. Taehyung chuckles to himself, knowing that his decision of the night before would perfectly fit the bill. He had spent three hours mindlessly scrolling through TikTok, completely losing track of time and, in the process, not doing an important essay for his literature class. It was a classic case of procrastination that his teacher would devour with delight. 

As he delved deeper into his essay, Taehyung found himself contemplating the real reason behind his procrastination. It wasn’t just about wasting time on social media—it was a way for him to distract himself from the pain and confusion he had been feeling for the past couple of days. Truthfully, he wanted to write about how heartbroken he was, about how you didn’t reciprocate his feelings. 

Of course, sharing such vulnerability with his teacher and classmates made him hesitate. It was too personal, too raw to expose in a classroom setting, filled with people that would devour his pain. Instead, Taehyung decided to weave his emotions into his art, finding solace in painting. The strokes of color on the canvas became his medium for expressing the depth of his heartache. 

In his essay, Taehyung paints a clear picture of your typical teenage mistake, highlighting his struggle with procrastination and the allure of the app’s endless distractions. He wrote about the consequences of his actions and the importance of time management. It was a relatable tale that his classmates would connect with, but that concealed his deeper emotions. 

The decision of staying on TikTok for hours wasn’t a mistake. Not recognizing this action as a bad decision while knowing perfectly that today—and tomorrow, and the day after that—I’ll be repeating the act, would consider me an insane person. Everyone makes mistakes and everyone makes bad decisions but, considering I’m not insane, bad decisions don’t deserve to get second chances.

ˏˋ°•*⁀ : ̗̀➛ tag list : @jeontier @armystayzen @agustlee @itsceesaw @taespocket @jooniepie @investigativelewis @bibliotae @hobilyss @iznui @itshanic @singguks @socksjinie

[soapver4]

Soul Nymph Engines

Platform Bubble: A micro-journaling app, coupled to a network of digital billboards displaying selected journal records, in which users post in the form of a female artist's elegant, fairy-like butterflies uplifting acts they have performed for or received from specific individuals.

Compassion is small, winged creatures — butterflies or otherwise — that angelic souls passing by leave in one's soul cradling and mending one's heart as treacherous, hideous cracks start to run over it one day.

That sentiment has evolved from a stream of thoughts on tragic lyrics played in Till The End Of The Moon: "Compassion is cradling a butterfly while broken and dying. (惻隱是碎殞時懷抱一隻蝴蝶)" The idea that there is so much scope for kindness even at the time of the moral agent's crushing death is exceptionally powerful. Couple that with the potential mental picture of a butterfly, said to be the representation and manifestation of the hero's deceased mother, being the preceding giver of kindness. Who and what else can be at even earlier points of a chain of altruism? Bring on the arthropod effect and the tornadoes. No being is too lightweight, weak or vulnerable to elevate life.

When users log on to the app or return to it after hours or more of inactivity, heavy rose-gold doors (or doors of another color selected by them) slide open to reveal a low-angle view of a boiler room, complete with the steam generator, which naturally stands for their own internal combustion. On reflection of the day, users shall type out descriptions of the uplifting acts they have performed or received. Since supporting people in the abstract does not always translate to supporting actual people, app instructions encourage users to state (without naming in the case of shareable entries) the precise beneficiaries of acts they performed. Clicking "Post" for a description will transform that text into one of the 25 delicate, ethereal butterflies in a painting scroll, 花蝶圖, attributed to ancient Asian female artist Ma Quan. Busy, rotating gears on the ceiling of the boiler room subsequently move apart to unveil a pastel-colored sky, into which a butterfly enclosing an uplifting act performed by the user soars and from which a butterfly enclosing an uplifting act received by the user enters into the boiler room.

Butterflies that have arrived drift around the boiler room forever, ready to offer users doses of positivity on rainy days, which is notably not a credible value proposition of currently popular social media platforms. Users can retrieve an enclosed journal record by clicking on a member of the swarm. Butterflies that reach certain numerical limits will be largely clustered as spots of lights of sizes that represent the numbers, with a few of the creatures remaining discrete to retain the enchanting visual effect. Similar to some interactive dot density maps, clicking on a large spot will magnify and split it into smaller, clickable spots. Click elsewhere to revert back to a single large spot. Butterflies that have taken flight are represented as a similar hierarchy of record-enclosing light spots, sans butterfly visuals, in the sky, which can be viewed by pulling a lever to open the ceiling again and scrolling upwards.

Pollen gusts and glows ripple through a user's handle on user lists, in group pages mentioned below for example, when the user is drafting or reviewing journal entries. In such a way, the micro-journaling and journal browsing give one a sense of connection to fellow users even when journal entries do not make it to billboards.

The digital billboards are updated multiple times a day, as close to real time as possible with serene but captivating flight animations, serving not only as publicity for the app and as journaling motivation but also as crucial reminders that altruism is not extinct even in bleak times. The shared journal entries can shape social norms and set some passersby thinking about how they can make someone's life better or whether they have overlooked the good in their lives in their attentional bias towards the bad. Users who consent to automatic consideration of their content for billboard display can check out in-app AI sentiment evaluation of their shareable entries by adjusting setting options. Filters bar journal entries with overall negative sentiment, perhaps pranks or hate speech sneaked in, from billboards. Nevertheless, passive-aggressive and sarcastic content may be challenging to detect. In the interest of user protection and AI fine-tuning, utopian feedback channels are available. The difficulty of securing a sustained dialogue with human staff members on various Western social media platforms, hopefully except the one you are reading this on, in our present Internet reality sets a low bar for that utopia.

Advertisers and investors need to brace themselves, however. To ameliorate cynicism in relation to sycophancy and other personal profiteering behavior, all individual users' journal entries away from billboards are visible only to themselves and eligible for billboard display only in anonymized formats and only in states and countries of their choices outside their frequently visited geographic regions. For the sake of privacy, users are permitted to opt out of selection for display and any name (e.g. of beneficiary or benefactor) mentioned in entries slated for display is screened away in advance.

Here are some connection opportunities and financial cheer all the same. Users are free to organize themselves into groups, such as alumni clubs, interest groups, charities and companies, on the app. Only human imagination further limits this space for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaigns and other publicity efforts, billable by the app depending on factors such as activity scale and group type. Journal entries posted by or tagging any group are publicly visible on all relevant group pages, subject to abuse detection filters and group-administered moderation options. Notably, too, there is strength in numbers, so groups are better primed to tackle harassment and exploitation problems than individuals. Discussion boards are available for group members to brainstorm philanthropy or other outreach initiatives that can feed new posts (or to just exchange virtual brews). Public visibility of such posts is not merely a financially motivated compromise. With hope, each group post shall be one small step for a light organism born from paper, one giant leap for civil discourse, interfaith understanding, peaceful negotiation and finding ground for mutual respect despite deep-rooted differences.

Notice that financial balance is not the only staggering challenge that stems from the idealism of this technology setup. Moral accounting is another pitfall in this positivity app. Psychologists have observed a phenomenon known as moral credentialing, whereby people gain more confidence to engage in immoral behavior after performing good deeds that tell themselves they are virtuous people. Before those familiar congratulatory messages marking numerical milestones on the app are dispatched to users, they must be added with Google's former motto, "Don't be evil." Neither refraining from bad behavior nor doing the right thing is sufficient on its own.

May feminist care ethos have a prominent place.

May art be timeless.

[kamweek2023]

Prompts and Guidelines

September 7: First Date

September 8: College/Roommates

September 9: Exes/Breakup

September 10: Cowboy

September 11: Soulmates

September 12: Artist/Musician

September 13: Free Day

Guidelines:

Kam Week will take place from September 7th to September 13th! If you need extra time, submissions will be accepted up to months after the week ends, so long as it was intended for this week!

Tag @kamweek2023, @when-wax-wings-melt, and @did-i-say-you-could-get-up (aka @/honey-the-dinosaur-ate-our kid) and also tag your post with #kamweek2023

These creations can include any medium, including art, writing, moodboards, playlists, aesthetics, animatics, gifsets, edits, anything else you can imagine! We can't wait to see the creativity and excitement all the participants will pour into this week!

Feel free to post the prompts out of order as well! Whatever works best for you!

Send in asks if you have questions, clarifications, or just need to share your process!

[id: a series of images with tan backgrounds with black smoky wisps, with words in cursive reading "Kam Week Prompts:" the transcripts are listed in plain text below the cut /end id]

In plain text below the cut:

Kam Week Prompts:

1. First Date

This is a good day for beginnings. Perhaps they're asking each other out instead of actually being on the date. A blind date set up by friends, dating apps. Matchmaking, or meet-cute, or childhood rivals finally trying something new. Restaurants, movies, walks on the beach, arcade something unconventional; this can be sweet or end in disaster!

2. College/Roommates

Whether they've known each other for a long time or just met, whether they're grudging friends or full-on enemies, this is a fabulous pining day! Platonic besties/haters, only one bed, staring at each other in classes-- moodboard the hell out of their shared room and see the difference between their aesthetics! Make them clash in uncomfortable ways and then find the parts that make them work!

3. Exes/Breakup

This is a day for jagged edges and cracked picture frames. A big, explosive fight or a quiet day that ends with what they've seen coming for months, years spent apart, pressure from family, something needed or something wrong. right person wrong time, wrong person wrong everything. Make it dramatic, make it broken, make it red, make it the end or the beginning. This is also a day for second chances.

4. Cowboy

This is a day for fun! Plop them into a Wild West movie as actors, or onto a horse and into your father's barn because somehow you know it ain't the ale he's got a hankering for. They're kids playing pretend and then they grow up and it's not pretend anymore. They're taxed physically and mentally, they're water in each other's desert, this is the worst possible person to be stuck with in the dry heat and dust.

5. Soulmates

There are SO many possibilities for this one. Look up prompts and check them out! Sharing pain, feeling when the other lies, sensory deprivation (colorblind, no music, etc) until they meet, numbers count down until they meet, red/blue string, sharing skies or handwriting, tattoos, matching superpowers, drawings will show up on skin, and so much more! Remember, this doesn't have to be strictly romantic-- mix things up!

6. Artist/Musician

Also included in this prompt is "poet". Keefe is a painter, always having ink or paint splattered on his clothes and hands, colors smeared on his cheek and caught under his fingernails. Tam is a musician and a poet, scribbling lyrics that he will sing with his guitar, or flute, or whatever. They're in a band together, or one is a famous singer that the other styles or writes for, Keefe finds Tam's poetry journal, one teaches piano to the other, anything!

7. Free Day

This is a wonderful day to incorporate your culture and see how that breaks the norms! Make them mermaids and pirates, childhood friends or royalty or vampires. Use nonverbal/sensory overload, death and resurrection, gods or superheroes, mythology or old age, enemies or villains, anything you want.

[woodsorrelpainting]

I'm back again! Post number three.... I decided to download the Tumblr app because then (theoretically) I'll be able to take pictures and post them faster! So. Yeah.

(ID: A small, matte gouache study of some small reddish-orange mushrooms emerging from pale green moss. It has a semi-abstract painterly style. /end ID)

(i will edit this soon to include a link to my "references i've USED" board on Pinterest... having some minor technical issues atm. if youd like to see it Right Now though, its in the pinned post)

(additionally, if anybody knows what species this is or even where the original image came from, I'd be happy to know! Pinterest is a cesspit when it comes to credited sources. this goes for any of the reference images I use, btw)

Here, I present a gouache study I did yesterday and today. I feel that it came out okay, but I wish I hadn't run out of painting-stamina so quickly.

"Oh but Marten, you should've just taken a break!!!" yes. I probably should.

In any case, here is this. I'm still unused to gouache painting. Not that I'm terribly used to watercolors at the moment... but alas.

I do like what I did with the colors in the background. I'm still learning about... tones... I guess. Color shifts and stuff. I have a free trial to skillshare at the moment, so maybe I can look that up in the near future. That and perhaps gouache techniques.

There isn't a certain look I'm going for when it comes to gouache painting, but I do hope to achieve at least a cohesive-looking collection of studies and eventually paintings.

I also wanted to say thanks to those who "liked" my second (?) post... I really appreciate it, even if its not getting "reblogged" or whatever. I hadn't thought I'd get any sort of engagement so quickly. I dunno. It's encouraging. So thanks for that :)

[msclaritea]

SAG-AFTRA’s Rejected Contract Demands Seem Beyond Reasonable

"As the SAG-AFTRA strike continues, the union has released its list of demands alongside the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers’ responses. A note that AMPTP denies that this is totally accurate, and says that the following document “fails to include the proposals offered verbally” and concessions made on June 12, 2023, hours before the threat of strike became real, but… if even a fraction of the responses to SAG-AFTRA’s demands are true, AMPTP really shouldn’t be congratulated for whatever it said in the 11th hour.

You can read the document in full below, but I want to pull out a couple notes that are, to put it lightly, egregious overreaches of power on the part of the AMPTP.

First is the outright denial of revenue sharing on streaming services, which is consistent across the WGA negotiations as well. Streaming services in general have been hotbeds for contention for a number of reasons: the lack of transparency when it comes to streaming numbers, the extremely low residual payments, and the abbreviated release schedule that makes projects difficult to market.

One of the most hair-raising issues is that SAG-AFTRA wants to increase fines on late payments. The union said that the AMPTP admits that it is often late, but the response is basically telling SAG-AFTRA members to deal with it. SAG-AFTRA also said that the AMPTP failed to address its AI concerns, “leaving principal performers and background actors vulnerable to having most of their work replaced by digital replicas.” This is a concern that many are repeating after SAG-AFTRA’s Duncan Crabtree-Ireland said that the AMPTP wanted to give background actors $100 for a single day’s work and have the rest of their performance digitally added in afterwards.

Additionally, SAG-AFTRA sought many measures that would promote equality and diversity among unit members during production and almost all were rejected. East and West Coast background actors operate under different contracts; SAG-AFTRA sought to unite them under one contract; that was rejected. SAG-AFTRA asked to end pay discrimination—where actors not in LA or NYC are paid less than LA or NYC actors—which was also rejected. Asked to increase accessibility of online auditions and self-tapes, only some measures were approved. Still on the AMPTP’s table are predatory third-party apps, and no page read limit.

With regards to diversity, the document says that AMPTP did not agree to hair and makeup standards that would ensure that all actors of color, specifically Black actors, would have access to hair and make-up artists that understood their hair textures and skin tones. According to SAG-AFTRA, AMPTP maintained that only principal actors deserve to be treated with this kind of dignity and said that it wouldn’t agree to enforcement. At the very least, SAG-AFTRA states that AMPTP has agreed to stop paint-ups and wigging. (Paint ups are when a stunt actor is “painted” to have their skin tone match the performer they’re stepping in for. Wigging is when a male stunt actor’s gender is masked via wigs and dress to make them appear to be a female actor. This was done despite the fact that there are diverse stunt actors out there who can take on these roles.)

Also, on the punitive side, SAG-AFTRA contents that the AMPTP rejected proposals for increasing penalties if meal breaks didn’t happen, and if rest periods were not given to performers. Which feels like the bare minimum here. Just like, at what point does the AMPTP realize that money and fair pay is important, but treating performers at every level like human beings is also incredibly important?

AMPTP said in a press release that “The deal that SAG-AFTRA walked away from on July 12 is worth more than $1 billion in wage increases, pension, and health contributions and residual increases and includes first-of-their-kind protections over its three-year term, including expressly with respect to AI.”

However, none of these have been made clear. This document from SAG-AFTRA, combined with the negotiations posted on the WGA’s site, show a pattern of refusing to rework the contracts that were created without adequate allowances for the popularity of streaming services, refusing to negotiate on pension and healthcare for the guild members, and a complete lack of interest in regulating AI.

For both SAG-AFTRA and WGA, this strike isn’t just about defining the nebulous parts of their contracts, but an attempt to future-proof an industry that seems intent on demeaning and destroying artists and does not support up-and-coming performers and writers. There needs to be a path forward, and if AMPTP is standing in the way, SAG-AFTRA and the WGA are going to march over them anyway."

Read the full SAG-AFTRA Negotiation Document hosted by GMG Editorial

[minsungjinho]

restricted - Hyunjin x Reader

18+ MDNI ~ feedback always appreciated also let me know if I should make a part two word count: 9.1K genre: strangers to lovers, travel situationship warnings below the cut

warnings: cock warming, choking, pet names, dom!hyunjin, body worship(?), swearing, after care, unprotected sex (wrap your willys), fainting, rope play, rope binding and restricting, odontophilia aka biting, degrading kinda, the opposite of pulling out (please dont), orgasm control, lots of dirty talk, let me know if I missed any :3

Your skin was feverishly hot. Cheeks and ears bright red at the exposing position this crazy artist had you in. Naked, like completely bare, tied, and shaking from the knees at how long you’ve been there. How did you even get into this mess in the first place?

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Bills were due once again, and just after barely catching up to last month's expenses you found yourself in quite the predicament once again. Your part-time job wasn’t enough to cover all of your bills, let alone put food in your fridge. College + Working + Trying to work on your own hobby = completely broke. 

You requested extra hours at work, but you were only able to add a couple of hours to various shifts which wasn’t going to cut it. You reached out to your school, perhaps there was a way to make money there such as working in the cafeteria, cleaning classrooms, or picking for trash in the common grounds. Another dead end, realizing how many other students were in the same boat as you.

You left your number on the bulletin board of the office after asking for work through the college, hoping maybe someone would need help with something, anything that could keep you from being borderline homeless. You took the long way home, strolling through parks and neighborhoods trying to sift through your thoughts on extra ways to make money. 

It was another night of ramen and frozen broccoli, two cheap foods that never go bad. You were scrolling all sorts of job apps, even Facebook pages for people that need extra help around town. You tapped away at the screen all night. While eating, while bathing, and getting ready for bed- until you fell asleep. 

The next three days were classes in the morning, a part-time job in the evening, and endless scrolling on your phone once you got home at night. It felt hopeless, and unimaginably useless to try and keep living by yourself without help from your family. You were ready to throw in the towel and move back home. 

It wasn’t until the following day that you saw a glimpse of light at the end of the tunnel, a hail mary, or a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity- you could call it. A fellow artist in your painting class had overheard some upperclassmen talk about an artist at the school who was recruiting a model but with very specific requirements. Has to be this tall, that build, these colored eyes, this colored hair, and so on and so forth. 

You were able to find the artist who was requesting a model through crowd-sourcing around campus. He was rarely at the school, only for a select few classes that were mostly one-on-one with the professor. He was already famed for his skill and most especially his parents. Photographers with more experience and ability than almost anyone else in the world. They were retired, of course at an early age like most achieved artists, but apparently very intent on making their only son a prodigy of the arts as well. 

That night you set up a small corner of your apartment with a white sheet backdrop, taking headshots and pictures of your body’s shape- clothed obviously. You figured if you were going to indulge in his request while knowing how picky he is, you might as well be prepared. You printed them out the next morning at the school's library, arriving extra early so no one would see your weird attempt at a modeling resume. 

Watching out the window as the pictures printed you noticed a man walking into the building, a large bag in hand with a coffee in the other. He walked tall, muscularly lanky, and yet handsome as hell. His dark brown hair came down to his shoulders, slicked back without gel as if he were born with that hairstyle. Putting the pieces together, you remembered the description of the talented artist and bolted out of the library with your pictures in hand. 

Extraordinary good looks? Check. Luscious brown hair and plump lips? Double check. A toned yet skinny body? Tall? For sure. You knew it was him, Hwang Hyunjin, the son of the most talented photographers out there. You raced through the mostly empty halls, hoping to catch him before his classes. Bolting up the stairs, you make your way toward the Fine Arts wing of the campus, finding him waiting outside of a studio's door.

He was sipping his coffee, presumably an iced Americano judging on the color. It wasn’t until he could hear your panting breaths from running that he noticed you, judgementally looking you up and down before you spoke. 

“You’re.. Looking for a model.. Right?” You managed to squeak out in between breaths. 

He removed his lips from the straw of his drink, and man was everyone right about how plush they were. He nodded, accepting the freshly printed pictures you offered him and thoroughly examining them. He wasn’t looking at anything in particular, but almost looking through the pictures- seeing the potential you have and what he could do with a body like yours. 

He looked at you, inspecting your features, how long your legs were, if your chest was too big or too small, how far apart your eyes were from the bridge of your nose, the width of your hips, all of the things that would make you uncomfortable if you hadn’t known he was an artist. 

“Let me think about it.” That was all he said to you within the three-minute exchange. Your heart dropped into your stomach at his words, feeling silly that he would blindly accept your offer. It wasn’t as if you were expecting a flat-out yes, but you weren’t mentally prepared for this outcome.

You took a page from him, flipping it around and writing your number on the back of the picture along with your name. “I’ll do anything.” You pleaded. “Just let me know.” You handed the print back to him before flashing a weak smile, having to look up in order for him to see you due to the height difference. 

You walk past him through the art wing, opening the last door at the end of the hallway- which was the room for painting classes where you were spending most of your time this semester. You flipped the lights on, letting the door close behind you with a soft thud. The room was never locked, and even though you didn’t have a class until much later in the morning you decided to get some work done in the hope of finishing a project early. 

You took your apron off of its hook, wrapping and tying the string around your waist. It was a cooler day, the middle of autumn, so you decided a nice thick sweater would be a good option for your outfit. It didn’t flatter you though, it didn’t indicate how thin of a waist you had or the hourglass shape that hid underneath. 

You pulled your hair into a messy bun, letting the fallen strands hang with little to no care. You had walked over to your easel, looking at the work you had done the day before. You were about to walk over to the sink and counters, getting everything you needed to start painting before the door opened behind you. 

It was him, the famous, dreamy-looking man who was walking over to you with a serious expression. “What does ‘anything’ mean to you?” He asked once getting only two or three inches away. His eyes narrowed as he looked down at you, head cocked slightly to the side with interest. 

“Anything means anything.” You state, feeling a bit intimidated at how fast he came toward you. “If you want me to jump into the lake in this freezing weather just to prove myself, I will. If you want me to dress like a clown, I will. If you want me to-” 

“That’s not what I mean, darling, what I’m thinking of has nothing to do with proving yourself.” He backs away from you after his interruption, leaning against a cabinet. “I’m assuming you don’t know what kind of art I do.” Hyunjin crosses his arms and eyes you up and down once more.

“Well, I know you mainly use charcoal as your medium.” You start, feeling embarrassed that you didn’t actually know that much about him. “I’ve seen some of your paintings too, but that's about it.” You copy his motions, crossing your arms as he nods his head. 

“Nude. I do nude charcoal drawings and nude paintings.” He grins as he watches your face change color. This was unbeknownst to you, no one had said anything about this when you asked all around about this guy. You shake your head at the embarrassment, shoving it from your mind. 

“That's fine, that still sits under the category of ‘anything’.” He looks at you with an amused expression, running his tongue along his bottom lip before biting it with a smile. 

“Mmm, okay.” He puffs his chest and lifts his body back into a straight standing position. “This weekend then, the location is a bit far away but I’ll drive us there.” You uncross your arms, letting them fall to your sides as you hear his approval. 

“Before that though, I’m going to text you some examples of my work. If it’s something you think you can handle, then send me your banking info and I’ll send the first half of your pay.” He was still grinning, an egotistical one that he actually seemed to deserve based on his looks alone. 

You nodded in response, still taking in and processing everything he said. He walked toward the door, opening it halfway before turning back to look at you. “You look good in that apron.” Was all he said before closing the door behind him. 

In complete shock and disbelief, you sit in the closest chair you can find while trying to take in all of the info. “He actually said yes.” Was all that ran through your brain for the rest of the day, excitedly awaiting for his text. 

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Your classes were completed today, and you didn’t have a shift at your part-time job so you rushed home to eagerly pack some of your belongings for the trip in two days' time. Once you packed almost all of your necessities, you hopped in the shower and basked in the warm water that steamed up the whole room. 

A ding could be heard from your bedroom where your phone was charging, causing you to hastily finish your shower and rush to check if it was from Hyunjin. To your surprise, he sent over 15 pictures of his work, most of them charcoal drawings but some were paintings too. You open the message fully, finally able to see the detail in his work but not even getting past the second painting before the realization hits you. 

Every single woman in these paintings is in a sexual position, either from a man’s point of view in the bed or a bystander. You keep scrolling through the photos, seeing women handcuffed to a bed or being bent over a table, all of it is lewd and makes you want to clean your eyes with soap. The only thing reassuring about these pieces of art was that each woman seemed to be having a great time, or at the very least comfortable. 

You pondered the situation for quite some time, taking the night to mull over what kind of model shoot this actually is, and if it’s worth it. You woke up late in the morning, your alarm not going off from the lack of classes you were attending today. You sit up in your bed, only an oversized teeshirt covering your upper half as you rub your eyes. 

Picking up your phone, you see two texts. One from your landlord, and the other from Hyunjin. You open the message from your landlord first, which ultimately stated that your rent money better be sent to him by Sunday or there would be a problem. You sighed and slumped back into your bed, knowing you were out of options.

You opened Hyunjin’s text, which only read “well?”, and nothing else. You kicked your feet into the bed, knowing you might regret accepting his offer- but doing exactly that. You sent over your bank info, mentally punching yourself in the face. 

Within minutes you got a notification that money was sent to your account, your phone slipping from your hand at the insane amount he wired over. You texted him immediately, asking if he made a mistake- and he plainly texted back that he didn’t. If this was the first half of your pay- you might be able to pay three months' worth of rent once the job was finished. 

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You were in the car viewing the trees that had finished changing color and were now shedding their leaves. Quiet music played, and very few words were exchanged. It was about two hours away, deep into the middle of nowhere. You started feeling anxious, wondering if you made a mistake and perhaps he was actually a serial killer.

“My parents bought this cabin a few years ago but have only used it a handful of times,” He started, one hand on the wheel and the other holding his head with an elbow propped on the edge of the car door. “It felt like a waste, so I’ve sorta commandeered it to be my own studio.” This explanation eased some of your nerves but brought up more questions you wanted answers to. 

Why did you start doing art? When did you start to take it seriously? Why charcoal? What would you be doing if not art? Is the cabin nice? Where do you get your looks from? Why use a live model rather than images online? Why choose me? 

His answers were plain, very little thought put behind them. 

Around the time I turned 4. When I turned 10. I like the way it feels in my hands. Probably some entry-level job. Very. Definitely my mom. Reasons. You’re beautiful. 

By the time you had ended your questionnaire, you were pulling into a long driveway, secluded from any other cottages or homes in the area. You felt the redness of your ears lingering from his compliment towards you. Once the trees slipped from your view, the car was pushed into park in front of a beautiful, modern, yet homey log cabin. You couldn’t help the muttering of your amazement as you exited the car. Hyunjin pressed a button on the dash, the trunk of the SUV opening for him to grab your bags and his. 

You couldn’t contain your excitement to see the inside, practically jumping up and down as he entered the passcode with the buttons on the electrical door lock. He opened the door and let you enter first, a small chivalrous gesture that you would remember. You slipped your shoes off in the doorway, taking in every detail of the way the walls were shifting slightly, the windows that were ever so slightly dusty from the lack of living in the goddamn house. You understood why people had vacation homes, but part of it felt so foreign and useless to you. 

The cabin seemed to be two stories high, with a basic living area, half bathroom, kitchen and dining space downstairs, and bedrooms on the second. The first floor was very much an open concept, with no walls separating the rooms as the wooden floors ran their course through its entirety. There was very little furniture, which you expected for a house that wasn’t very lived in. A basic leather couch facing a TV mounted on the wall adjacent to it, a small dining room table with a bowl of fake fruits, and no small appliances or decor on the kitchen countertops.

Once you found the stairs leading to the second floor, you gestured at them as Hyunjin came into your sight- making sure it was okay to proceed. He nodded, tagging along right behind you with the bags in hand. You opened each door, finding two bedrooms, a master bathroom, and an office turned into an art studio. Neither bedroom looked used at all, each piece of furniture placed perfectly like an IKEA storefront. 

He placed both bags of luggage onto the dresser of the master bedroom, making you tilt your head ever so slightly in confusion. You decided not to ask, or challenge him about it, seeing as you granted him the ‘anything’ part of the deal. You walk back downstairs as Hyunjin empties his clothes from his bag into the dresser, turning on a few lights and opening curtains to gain more lighting. You spread open a thick set of curtains that leads to a deck, and of course, you’re too curious to ignore it.

You open the sliding door, a breeze drafting past you before you step onto the porch. The wood beneath your bare feet is cold, Autumn has set in earlier here than in the city you live in. A couple of deck chairs inhabit the far left corner, but what really piqued your interest was the large hot tub on the opposite side, steam leaking from the sides of its covers. 

Steps from behind you disrupted your thoughts, causing you to spin and find Hyunjin leaning against the doorway. “You never told me there was a hot tub.” You said with a hint of excitement. “I told you to bring swimwear, didn’t I?” He retorted, scoffing before entering the house once more. You followed closely behind, shutting the sliding glass behind you. 

“We need to go to a store or something and get food for meals, ya know.” You didn’t make eye contact with him as you said this but rather spoke to the entire house instead. 

“Already covered.” He said plainly, a knock on the door being heard from the front of the house.

You eyed him suspiciously, not following too closely behind as he answered the door. He shook his head, silently mocking you while you stalked behind him cautiously. As he swung the door ajar, you noticed no people on the steps but paper bags. 

“Are you going to help me?” He asked with a cocky tone, leaning forward to grab a bag. 

“Oh. Yeah.” You slid past him and grabbed a bag as well, repeating this a few times until there were none left to collect. 

You were both gathered in the kitchen, emptying the contents of the bags onto the counters. When did he have time to place an order for groceries and what company would deliver them all the way out here? You pondered, sighing at the fact that it must be the perks of having money and slight fame to your family name. 

“I wasn’t sure what you would like, so I got a bit of everything.” He said quietly, opening cabinets to store snacks in.

He was right, there was a little bit of everything in these bags; from classic American junk food to what seemed like ingredients for a fancy pasta dish. There were a couple of out-of-place items, such as chocolate syrup and whipped cream, though you didn’t pay any mind to that and expected there to be ice cream in one of the bags as well. This menial, married-couple-esque type of task made you feel more at ease with your stay here.

After putting everything away, Hyunjin went back upstairs to finish unpacking, you assumed. It was just about lunchtime, perhaps an hour later than the designated time to eat, however, you were very hungry and a snack wasn’t going to cut it. Unfamiliar with having real ingredients to work with rather than just ramen and frozen vegetables, you had been staring into the fridge for too long trying to think of something to make. 

You had decided on something relatively simple, avocado toast and crackers with cheese. It took almost no time to prepare and left minimal dishes to be washed later. You pulled out your phone, scrolling through social media while eating. It was very quiet, almost too subtle in your opinion. Not to mention how oddly timed the groceries had arrived. Everything about this escapade seemed to be going too well.

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That night, with instruction from Hyunjin, you relaxed in preparation for the next day's activities. You were comfortably slumped into the hot tub, letting the jets drive into the skin of your back and neck. It relieves so much pressure and relaxes some of your muscles that got knotted together by the drive up here. You hum to yourself, enjoying the warmth and bubbles. The high of being immersed in the water for so long starts to make you feel heavy, enjoyably light-headed in fact. 

You let yourself feel the bubbles dancing on your skin, little ones that cause you to shiver and big ones that float to the surface to end with a “pop”. The comfort of an eyes-closed, nighttime bath outside was something you’d never gotten to experience prior to this. 

You stand up, letting the cool breeze of the woods cool you down slightly before reentering the 104-degree water. Sitting back down, you jolt against the walls of the tub, an oddly placed jet shooting water between your legs. It startled you, but not in a bad way. You figured Hyunjin was sleeping or at the very least lying in bed based on the windows upstairs being dark, and no lights on. You let your body relax loosely in the tub, slowly slipping back into the sturdy stream of water.

You didn’t move once your body found the sweet spot, not necessarily grinding or moving around the jet- but not removing yourself from its presence either. You tilted your head back, the pleasing sensation of aerated water contributing to the high from the heat. You let yourself sigh in contentment, not even loud enough to hear from five feet away.

The longer you sit there, the more pressure you feel builds up in your stomach. With the feeling of butterflies and sensitive skin from below the waist you push into the jet slowly, rocking your hips back and forth. Small, quaint moans leave your lips while you feel yourself about to release, your back arched slightly as you move. You imagine the head of a handsome man between your legs, eyes closed as you rock your hips.

“I told you to relax for the night, not to fuck yourself in my hot tub.” Cold hands grip at the tops of your shoulders, fingers just above the collarbone. 

Your body tenses immediately, caught in the act after you assured yourself he would be asleep. You tilt your head back, seeing his eyes glaze over your body as your back rests against his stomach. Were his hands cold? Or was your skin just flaming hot from the water? He pushes you down, your ass slipping into the seat and your clit being flushed with pulsating water that makes you squirm. 

“This is the punishment you get,” He holds you still, your body forced down onto the jet; overstimulating you so much that your legs twitch and shake in response. “for not letting me watch.” 

He caresses the skin from your shoulder to your neck with one hand, the other keeping you firmly in place. He places his palm ever so gently around the front of your neck, feeling the vibrations in your throat while you moan in both pleasure and agony. It was too much, too much pressure building inside of you, too hot for your body to be emerged, and too embarrassing that he caught you out here. 

“Be good and sit still.” His voice sounded lower than you’d typically heard it, but his casual manner toward this situation is what really had you puzzled. You tried your best not to move, raising your hips ever so slightly to relieve the constant fluttering feeling against your clit. His hand travels up your neck to your chin, forcing eye contact.

He looks at you from above, almost amused at your attempt to obey him. His hand rests against your chin, thumb sliding against your lower lip. He forces it through, opening your mouth for you and hooking his thumb in like a freshly caught fish. 

With your lips sucking around his finger, he grins, unknowingly pleased at your response. You bite down gently, doe eyes staring back at him as he towers over you. The pressure inside of you is no longer able to be kept at bay, the buzzing in your ear becoming the only thing you hear once you start to ride your high. You shut your eyes tight, your face a scrunched-up mess as all of your muscles contract. 

Your core begs to be touched, your inner walls squeezing around nothing has you more bothered than the man watching you have a ridiculously overpowering orgasm. Your moans of satisfaction change into grunts and whines from the lack of friction in your core. He notices this, quite early on, but chooses to ignore it. He has all the power over you. Hell, he could drown you right now if he was ever so inclined to. He pushed his thumb further past your lips, letting your tongue curl around it.

He released his grip on you, removing his digit and backing away from you. “Let’s save the rest for tomorrow,” he says through his teeth, obviously showing frustration and restraint. You watch him walk away and slam the sliding glass doors behind him. If it weren’t for the lack of noise you would have guessed he shattered it with how much force he put behind closing it. 

Taking a deep breath you tried processing what had just occurred until something in the house caught your eye. You watch the lights slowly turn on upstairs, first the hallway light, then the bedroom, and finally the bathroom. You took this opportunity to dry yourself off quickly and get your things from the bedroom. Despite his anger and aggression, you felt safe from harm around him, seeing how gentle he truly is through his actions. 

You jog quietly up the stairs, the shower running as you rummage through your bag for clothes. You figured your best bet would be to sleep in the other bedroom, or even on the couch downstairs to avoid an awkward conversation. 

With only an oversized tee and a fresh pair of underwear slipped on, the water turns off, panic filling your chest. You gently put your luggage onto the floor, trying your best not to make any noise. With your hair still wet you sneakily climb into the bed and cover yourself almost completely with the heavy blanket. Hyunjin exits the bathroom as the air depletes from underneath the blanket, making it look like you are sound asleep, and have been for a few minutes. You could hear him shuffling around the room quietly, a couple of drawers opening and closing as he dressed himself. 

A dip in the bed alerts you of his presence, clenching the blanket between your fingers with anxiety; bringing the small hairs behind your neck to rise. His body radiates heat from under the covers, unlike yours which is half dry and slightly shivering.  

You try to mimic the breathing of a person in deep sleep, slow breaths that are steady and not too close together. This was difficult to achieve, your body betraying you with its little trembles due to the wetness of your hair. A TV is turned on, one you didn’t even know existed in this room until now. Hyunjin keeps the volume low; just barely being able to hear the voices coming through the screen. You both stayed like this for what felt like decades, with you pretending to be asleep and him doing whatever it was that he was doing. 

An ample shiver rolled through your body like a wave on the beach, there was no way he didn’t notice that one. 

“Hey, Y/N? Are you cold?” He gently nudges your shoulder while whispering oh so quietly. 

You responded with what you thought was best, a sleepy groan and pulling your body into a loose fetal position. This was apparently not the best option, as it led you exactly where you didn’t want to be. He had pulled your body close to his by your waist, not quite spooning you with close contact but bringing you close enough for his body to warm you up. He untucked hair from your neck, letting it fall past his fingers onto the pillow. 

“You don’t even know what you did to me,” he starts, drawing circles on your skin where your tee shirt left your shoulder exposed. “Had me rubbing one out in the shower for fuck’s sake.”

You could feel the boiling hot air leave his mouth as he spoke, your body soaking up every little ounce of heat possible from him. 

“I bet you’re not even sorry.” His voice drops lower. “Or maybe you would be so sorry that you would allow me to fuck your face while on your knees begging for forgiveness.” He hisses, sucking on his teeth. “All of the things I hope to capture on canvas with you tomorrow… I hope you’ll be good and let me.” He pulls himself closer to you, his hard-on prodding you. You get goosebumps once again, though not for being cold this time, but by being incredibly turned on. 

At some point in time, you fell asleep with his arm wrapped around your waist, his head resting on his arm with your bodies glued together. When you awoke, however, he was not behind you anymore but in front of you. Your arm wrapped around his chest and legs over his hips in a bear hug- your face nuzzled into the nape of his neck. 

It was still dark outside, the stars and moon illuminating the room with the TV now turned off. You didn’t want to move, in fear of waking Hyunjin. His warmth was too much for you now, especially in tandem with the thick comforter surrounding you. Your skin was glistening with sweat, and you decided to very carefully, and slowly attempt to roll over away from him. It took you a few minutes to safely remove your body from his. He only stirred once, but not enough to wake up. Finally, in a more comfortable, and less hot sleeping position, you were able to fall back into a blissful dream. 

The early morning glow let you know as soon as it was time to wake up, the sun shining in your eyes and blinding you temporarily as you awoke. You groaned and covered your face with the blanket, unwavering from your spot in bed. You stayed there for a little while, scrolling through TikTok and other apps until you felt you had enough energy to get up. You forgot about Hyunjin during this time, blissfully unaware when he was looking at you from the hallway.

“Hungry?” He questioned, dressed only in long pajama pants and slippers.

You sit up, looking him up and down and blushing not only at his bare chest and abdomen but the words he spoke to you last night when he assumed you were asleep. You answered with a simple ‘yes,’ and waited for him to walk downstairs before getting out from underneath the protective covers. You pulled on some sweatpants before going downstairs yourself, hair a disheveled mess and eyes still squinted halfway shut from sleep. 

You sat on the couch, rubbing the sleep from your eyes and attempting to smooth out the stray hairs from your bedhead. Hyunjin walks in front of you, handing you a cup of coffee that was steaming from the mug. You shoot him a small smile and thank him, sipping at it while enjoying the view from the windows. A beautiful lake was less than a five-minute walk away, a trail leading to it from the backyard. Kayaks, small canoes, and a speed boat were tied up to the dock, covered with thick material to keep them safe from bad weather. 

Hyunjin had whipped up a quick breakfast, calling for you to eat when it was ready. He had placed the plates of food on the square dining table, some pancakes stacked high with various toppings and sides. Bacon and eggs were on another plate, toast and jam on another. You marveled at the sight, mouth practically dripping with drool at such a feast. 

You each ate more than you could handle, slumped into the chairs with hands on your stomachs. You had the awkward small talk that comes along with morning breakfast, slowly pushing into deeper topics as time went by. After enough time, there was no more delicate conversation but simple banter between new friends. After helping him clean up and dry the dishes he washed, you decided to hop in the shower to get the chlorine smell off of your skin from the night prior. You ran through yesterday's events in your head, mentally and physically facepalming at your actions. 

You spent most of the day alone after that, sketching in your notebook, making lunch, and watching TV, all without the disruption of Hyunjin. You had called up to him from the bottom of the stairs to eat at lunch, to no avail, and left it at that. It was well past lunchtime, about 3 in the afternoon and you had become suspicious of what he could possibly be doing.

Walking upstairs, you checked the bedroom, and the bathroom, yet Hyunjin was still nowhere to be found. A light clattering noise was heard from the office-turned-studio, causing you to open the door just a crack. There he was, still in nothing but pajama pants in slippers while painting the view from the window just as you had done. 

“I thought you only painted lewd things, what a surprise.” You chuckled and leaned into the doorframe, watching him jump at your words. 

“You scared me,” He placed a hand on his chest, some woodsy colors of paint splattered on his skin. 

“I did try calling up to you for lunch, but you didn’t answer.” You walked deeper into the room, eyeing his painting. “I must have been focused.” He put his palette down, and his brush in the coffee mug full of green, cloudy water. “I was just warming up.” He stretches his arms and back, sighing before walking over to you. “Are you ready?” He looked down at you, eyebrow cocked while awaiting your response. 

You nodded, a sudden feeling of anxiety washing over you. He explained to you what he wanted, various poses and positions of your body for him to sketch first with pencil, then either using charcoal or paint to finalize it. 

“What you’re wearing right now is good, but I’ll need you to take your bra off.” After you gave him a questioning look, he explained further. “They don’t look good in my paintings or drawings. It’s easier to just draw your chest naturally.” You followed his lead, slipping the bra off of your shoulders and pulling it from underneath the dress. 

He abandoned his painting, grabbed a sketch pad and pencil, and guided you to the second bedroom. There were no pillows on this bed, only a white blanket covering its entirety, something you didn’t notice when you had explored the house yesterday. It sat maybe two and a half feet tall, the standard height of a queen-sized bed with a frame. He instructed you into your first pose, facing the bed at an angle- you had your right leg straightened out with your left knee planted onto the edge of the bed as if you were climbing onto it. You had pulled your cardigan down just barely lower than your shoulder blades, fingers gripping the fabric with your shoulders exposed. 

He had you still yourself, posing like that for probably about ten minutes, long enough for your arms to cramp and your ankle to feel sore from supporting your weight on only that one leg. He assured you that he was almost done, rapidly etching his pencil against the paper. 

This went on for a while, him sketching, you posing, no words exchanged beyond that. That was until each pose got more provocative, almost pornographic how he had you positioned. Hyunjin’s hands would touch you all over as he guided your limbs the way he wanted them to be. He would make little comments too, like how soft your skin was, how beautiful you looked in each pose, or how flexible you were. 

“Do you bruise easily?” He asked casually; as if you being splayed out in front of him while being completely naked wasn’t bothering him in the slightest. He must just be really serious about his art.

“Yes and no.” You answered him, turning your head towards his voice. His hands were untangling a rope, his head nodding at your words. 

“I guess we’ll find out now, won't we?” His voice was soft but his face showed other intentions. “You don't mind, right?” He asked, holding up the now untangled ropes. You shake your head, swallowing a gulp of air as he walks closer to you. 

“You don’t mind being completely restricted? Who knows what I could do to you?” His lips were pulled into a grin while speaking, carefully starting to wrap your limbs with the silky material. Hyunjin takes advantage of your silence. “Oh, maybe you like being tied up? Do we have a little rope bunny on our hands?” He’s got you almost completely tied up now, hands and feet pulled behind your back tightly. 

He backs away from you once he’s done with the knotting, admiring the work he’s done to your body. Breathing was difficult due to being stretched and bent like a pretzel. He bites on his knuckle and figures out which angle he likes best before drawing. Your skin is hot, a mixture of embarrassment and being turned on by his words. You decide to bite back. 

“I’m not sorry.” You declare, remembering the words he said to you the night prior. He shoots you a confused look before realizing what you mean, laughing at himself.

“So you were awake? Figures.” He steps back over to you, bending at the knees to face you at your level. “Just because you aren’t sorry about it doesn’t mean I couldn’t face fuck you right here, right now.” He brings his thumb to your lips, pushing it into your mouth just like he did last night. You wiggle and squirm, trying to free yourself from the rope that binds you. 

He smears your own saliva across your lips, holding your head up afterward by your chin. “Why do I feel like you would enjoy that more than me?” He stands up laughing, turning his body away from you. “No more sassy comments, love.” 

“Or what?” You still struggle against the ropes but hoped if you pressed his buttons enough that maybe he actually would fuck you. 

You’d never thought that dirty talk was sexy, or even remotely attractive. Dirty talk during sex with ex-boyfriends or just plain old hookups made you want to pull your ears off, but something to do with Hyunjin’s voice, or the way his lips move while he talks is so intoxicating.

He scoffed, turning back to you. “Or what? Are you genuinely curious, or just want to test me?” 

If you were able to shrug, you probably would have; but the only thing you managed to do was grin, giving him all the answers he needed. Your core was already throbbing from his soft, accidental touches to your skin while tying you up, his words only adding fuel to the fire. You’ve already done so many new things today, why not try more?

He races over to you, untying each knot he previously made and discarding the rope.

“Stand up.” He demands, backing far enough away for you to do so.

You sit up, stretching and rubbing at your limbs for just a moment before standing in front of him; your nipples hard, crotch fully visible, and your hair a mess. 

“I’m only going to ask this once, got it?” He starts, in turn having you nod in response. “Do you actually want me to fuck you? Because I won't stop once I start, no matter what.” He steps closer to you as he questions you, analyzing your face for any signs of fear or concern. You nod again.

“I need words.” He orders.

“Yes, I want this.” You’re barely able to get the words out of your mouth before he’s scooping you up, your body flung over his shoulder. He walks to the master bedroom, letting you fall onto the covers once he’s close enough to the bed. 

“Last chance.” He whispers into your ear, his body towering over yours with his hands planted onto the mattress on each side of your face. 

You pull your body up, just high enough to leave a soft, chaste kiss on his lips. His face changes emotion, from dark and intimidating to joyful and thrilled. He slips his hand under your head, pulling your lips to his again and kissing you deeply. He situates himself between your legs, groaning into your lips as his bulge presses into your core. Your hands wander all over him, feeling his muscular arms while his teeth find your lip and tugs at it roughly.

You wince and moan at the pain, just the reaction he was looking for. His dark brown hair falls over his face while he gropes at your breast, pinching the nipple between his fingers. You bring your hand to his head and pull the hair from his face only to grip at it and earn a profound moan from him. 

“Your body fits so perfectly underneath me,” He whispers into the kiss. “like a puzzle piece.” He lowers his head, aligning his mouth to the other nipple on your chest, nibbling and sucking at it erratically. “Too bad I’m going to break you.” His hand moves underneath your head, gripping strongly at your scalp and yanking your head back into the bed with your neck exposed. 

His lips travel up your chest, stopping at your collarbone and eventually behind your ear, kissing, and biting deep into your skin. Each pinch with his teeth earns a whine from you, your body arching and raising into his. He’s enjoying toying with you, slowly making his way back to your mouth. His kisses are salty, the sweat from your skin residing on his lips. His hand moves from your chest to your hips, gripping at them painfully with his nails digging into your skin- sure to leave marks. He pulls your hips into him, jamming his hard-on deep into your swollen mess of a cunt. 

There was no way he couldn’t feel how wet you were, your essence most definitely dampening through his fleece pants. He pulls away from you just slightly, his grip on your hair lesser than it was. He swipes a finger through your folds, your body jumping at the sudden contact on your swollen clit. 

“How long have you been this wet for me, darling?” He pushes his now-wet finger into your mouth, almost deep enough to make you gag. You suck it clean, whining at the taste of yourself as he enjoys the show. He pushes it deeper, his digit now poking at the back of your throat. You gag against it, his hips rutting into yours while sighing in pleasure. Despite the uncomfortable gagging, you were loving every second of this and never wanted it to end.

He practically fisted his fingers into your mouth while he dry-humped against your core, moans being exchanged between you both. He removed his fingers, instead using them to grab at your neck roughly.

“Is your cunt as tight as your throat is?” He whispers this into your ear with his hips still clothed and grinding into you. “I don’t know which one I want to stretch out first.” He squeezes your neck, airflow being cut short while he pulls away and looks into your tear-lined eyes. He pulls you up into a sitting position by your neck, releasing you once your face turns red. He steps off of the bed, grinning, while pulling his pants and boxers down his legs. 

“I’ll be nice and let you pick.” His voice has returned to its deep and sultry tone. His dick slaps against his defined stomach once released from his shorts. Your core throbs at the sight of his cock, so pretty and long. You can’t help looking at it, eyes darting from his length to his face over and over.

“Can’t decide? Alright.” On his knees he climbs to the top of the bed, leaning his back against the headboard while sitting up straight. “I’ll let you keep me warm while I play with you.” He grins and gestures for you to come to him, flipping your body around to face away from him. 

He lowers you onto his length slowly, easily able to prod at your soaked entrance with his tip. His head tilts back as your walls surround him, stretching out to accommodate his size. Your moan gets caught in your throat once he bottoms out, eyes squinted shut with pain and pleasure. He pulls your back into his chest, keeping a hand on your hip so you don’t move. 

Your head falls back onto his shoulder and you sit still on his cock, your body twitching for more movement or friction. Hyunjin’s other hand rubs at your thigh, almost comforting you. 

“H-Hyunjin.” You breathe out softly, your body now aching for more attention at your core. “Yes, baby?” He responds uncharacteristically soft, pulling loose hairs from your face and tucking them behind your ear. “Please touch me.” You plead, attempting to lift your hips, failing due to his stronghold against you. “Only because you said please,” He starts, his hand traveling to between your legs. “and because I want to feel you grip at my dick when I make you cum.” He whispers into your ear, nipping at it slightly before his fingers meet your core. 

He starts to strum at your clit, purposefully making your body jolt as he holds you close. He adds more pressure, rubbing circularly until finding where you enjoy it the most. You clench around him once he does, moaning quietly as your body squirms. 

“Stay still and keep my cock warm, beautiful.” He rubs your sweet spot steadily, your breathing still heavy and littered with moans. 

His voice sends a shiver down your spine, amplifying his touch. You already felt so close. Your stomach full of butterflies and your chest tight, toes curling as your body floods with pressure. He notices this, picking up the pace and moaning in unison with you- your walls clenching around his cock tight. Your legs are shaking like crazy from the overstimulation on your clit. Within a millisecond you feel the rush of your orgasm flooding through you, your back arching and shoulders digging into his chest as you let it overtake your body. He rubs your clit more aggressively while moaning in unison with you, his movements making your high last much longer than you ever had before. 

“Fuck, Y/N, you're gripping me so fucking tight.” He growls, just barely rutting his hips up into you. 

You cry out his name not long before your body relaxes into him, feeling exhausted at how strongly you came. He slows his movements on your clit, still thoroughly enjoying the way your walls pulsate against his length. Removing his hand, he wraps his arms around you tight, holding you close to him. 

“Fucked out already?” Hyunjin questions after a few moments. “I’m not done with you yet, you’ll have to bare with me, darling.” He pushes you forward onto the bed, his cock slipping out of you as you land on your stomach, too tired to move. 

The bed dips, and lifts back up as he leaves the room, only to return a just moment later. He pulls your arms behind your back, using a small piece of the rope he grabbed to tie your wrists. You lay there limp, letting him play with your body like a doll as he positions you the way he wants to. He pulls your ass up into the air, doggy style with your face and chest planted into the mattress. He’s speaking words to you, but they’re unclear because of the ringing in your ears from your orgasm. 

You feel his dick press into you again, his hips slowly pressing further into you until reaching your hilt. A moan escapes from deep within his chest, his hands gripping at your waist and pulling you into him. The feeling of his cock pulsating inside of you pulls your consciousness back into the room, your body feeling exhilarated once more. Once he starts pumping his length into you, the sweet feeling of pain and pleasure resume.

“You know,” He breathes deeply before continuing. “Part of me wants to treat you like an angel and the other wants to fuck you so hard you’re unable to walk for the rest of the night.” 

His words cripple you, that and how hard he pulled out and rammed himself into you once more. Your body jerks forward from the impact and you let out such a loud moan that the neighbors are sure to hear it. He draws out his actions, slamming the tip of his cock into your hilt over and over until he’s satisfied, and slows his movement.

“No one’s ever taken my dick this well,” He pulls your upper body up by your restricted wrists, still on your knees as your back meets his chest. “I knew you were a special one, but not this special.” He raises a leg, planting the sole of his foot on the bed for leverage as he starts to pound into you again. 

Nasty squelching sounds fill the room, the combination of how wet you are and how fast he fucks you resulting in such. He holds your body against his, pummeling away at your cunt and bringing his hand to your neck. Your groaning and whining get stuck in your throat, his ring-decorated fingers squeezing your throat as if they belonged there. Your walls have adjusted to him, no longer feeling the pain of his size but now accepting it, feeling every vein and ridge it had to offer. 

“I think I’ll be claiming you as mine after this.” His voice is loud in your ear while declaring his rights to ownership, the thought of more situations like these in the future had you feeling even more wet. 

“Please.” is all you can mutter from your mouth, words barely traveling past your lips from the lack of airflow. He hears you, loosening his grip to let you repeat yourself. “Please, Hyunjin.” 

The impact of your words was heavier than you expected them to be, a moan leaving his lips at the pronunciation of his name. “Again.” He growls. 

“Hyunjin..” You repeat, whining as you draw your words out. 

He sloppily ruts into you, his name coming from your mouth has an affect on him that he had never felt before. His dick drives into your hilt, his teeth now piercing into the skin of your shoulder as he starts to feel his first high of the night. You yelp at the pain, only making him bite deeper, and pound you harder while your breasts jiggle and bounce. 

Neither of you can speak at this point, feeling so close to your highs. You mumble random curse words as your walls tighten, his breaths hot and fast against your skin. Grunts escape from Hyunjin as he feels the electricity travel through his body, your cunt clenching around him only adding more enjoyment. You feel extra sensitive after your first orgasm, your insides screaming with joy as he wrecks you. Never have you been able to cum without some type of stimulation on your clit, but the way he rocks his dick into your body makes it feel so easy.

His hold around your neck loosens, and eventually, his hands grip only at your waist to pull you deeper onto his length. You try to assist him, bouncing and forcing your weight down with every thrust. “Fuck, Y/N.” His voice is shaking, his orgasm starting to take him over. 

That sets you off, the way your body is able to make him fold brings you over the edge and shaking with bliss. He cums right alongside you, his cock twitching as his seed expels from his body and mixes with your essence. He keeps pushing himself into you despite already cumming, letting you ride out your orgasm to the fullest. You throb around him, a wiggling mess as you scream out his name.

Once finished, you find yourself freed from the ropes, lying on your side under the covers. Hyunjin’s hands are gently running along your body, soft touches causing you to shiver. 

“Look who finally woke up.” He quietly taunts, a grin plastered on his lips. 

He plants a kiss on your shoulder, making sure you’re aware of his presence in your exhausted state. “I don’t remember passing out.” Your voice is raspy, both from sleeping and screaming at the top of your lungs for the last hour. “Mmm, well you did, with my dick still inside of you actually. Looks like cumming twice is your limit.” He lifts the covers and steps out of bed, holding his hands out for you to grab. “For now, at least.” He smiles down at you, his tongue rimming his bottom lip as a tease.

He runs you a bath, joining you and helping you wash up from behind. He’s careful with his touches, gently washing your hair and making sure not to get any water in your eyes when rinsing it out. He wraps a large towel around you after stepping out of the tub, grabbing one for himself afterward. 

“I meant what I said earlier.” He says from across the room while putting on clean clothes. “You’re mine now.”

[sciencespies]

Butterflies: 195 ways to help California's painted ladies

https://sciencespies.com/nature/butterflies-195-ways-to-help-californias-painted-ladies/

Butterflies: 195 ways to help California's painted ladies

By documenting hundreds of new nectar plants for painted ladies, scientists have renewed hope these charismatic butterflies may prove resilient to climate change.

Every spring, swarms of the colorful butterflies can be spotted in Southern California as they make their way from western Mexico to the Pacific Northwest to breed. Some years, the number of migrating butterflies is in the millions.

Additionally, California is home to resident painted lady populations that require food sources year-round.

Though they are a major North American butterfly species, there is a lack of baseline data to quantify a decline in painted ladies. However, scientists believe they are being negatively affected by hotter, drier weather and habitat loss.

“The lack of rainfall in Southern California likely impacts the butterflies’ ability to move through the state, potentially decreasing nectar sources and causing them to die without reproducing,” said Jolene Saldivar, UC Riverside ecologist who led this effort to identify new painted lady nectar plants.

“There’s so much to be learned about these butterflies before drought and climate change damage them irreparably,” Saldivar said. This study, which identifies 195 new nectar plants for the species, is now published in the journal Environmental Entomology.

To obtain this result, the UCR team sorted through more than 10,000 images of painted ladies in California shrublands, supplied by community scientists through the iNaturalist website. Any images in which the butterflies did not have mouth parts extended and were not obviously feeding were omitted from analysis, as were any images of caterpillars.

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The newly discovered nectar sources may offer Southern California gardeners wanting to support the species a wide range of options.

“Much of what we identified could responsibly be planted during a drought,” said Erin Wilson-Rankin, study co-author and UCR associate professor of entomology.

Of the top 10 most frequently observed plant species, seven are native to California. These include yellow-flowered rubber rabbitbrush, blue wild hyacinth, common fiddleneck, Fremont’s pincushion, black sage, wild heliotrope and desert lavender, which belongs to the mint family.

These butterflies also readily feed on showy ornamental plants common to California landscaping, such as lantana, butterfly bush and rosemary, as well as flowering weeds.

“It’s an uber generalist insect, not picky at all,” Saldivar said.

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Painted lady caterpillars consume plants, but they are not known to eat any agriculturally important species, nor are they known spreaders of any illness. They serve as good sources of prey for insects, spiders, birds, wasps and reptiles, and mature butterflies can pollinate some of the many plants they visit.

“It might be getting tougher for painted ladies in some places, but these butterflies will feed on what flowers are available — even a few plants in a window box could help them,” Wilson-Rankin said.

Saldivar says she believes the results of this paper may encourage community scientists, whose contributions to knowledge should be celebrated and promoted.

“Adding a photo and a little information to a community science website or through an app on your smartphone might seem minor, but in the big picture, it helps inform us about ecological processes we’d otherwise be very challenged to learn about,” Saldivar said.

#Nature

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What are the key features of Samsung tablets?

Samsung Tablets have earned a reputation for excellence with their wonderful functions and bendy capability. Whether you’re considering a modern day device or exploring alternatives for getting Samsung tab online, shopping used tablets, or choosing refurbished tablets, knowledge of what makes Samsung tablets stand out will assist you're making a knowledgeable selection. In this blog, we’ll discover the key abilities of Samsung tablets that make them a compelling choice for a number of needs, from paintings and study to leisure creativity.

1. Exceptional Display Quality

One of the standout functions of Samsung tablets is their superior show generation.

AMOLED and Super AMOLED Displays: Many Samsung tablets function as AMOLED or Super AMOLED video display units, identified for his or her colorful colorings, deep blacks, and high contrast ratios. This makes them best for watching movies, gaming, and photo-intensive tasks. AMOLED displays deliver wealthy shade saturation and sharp evaluation, improving your common viewing experience.

2. High Resolution: Samsung tablets regularly include excessive-choice suggests, making sure crisp and easy visuals. Whether you are analyzing eBooks, surfing the net, or playing multimedia content cloth, the high resolution offers sharp textual content and special pictures, reducing eye strain and enhancing readability.

3. Powerful Performance

Samsung tablets are ready with advanced processors and sufficient RAM, making them suitable for a great kind of packages.

Latest Processors: Samsung tablets  are powered thru cutting-edge processors, in conjunction with the Exynos or Snapdragon collection, which deliver immoderate-tempo normal performance and green multitasking. These processors are designed to deal with disturbing programs and video games effortlessly, making sure a seamless consumer enjoys.

RAM and Storage: Depending on the model, Samsung Tablets come with several RAM and storage configurations. Higher RAM options beautify multitasking abilities, at the same time as generous garage guarantees you could maintain all of your apps, documents, and media without strolling out of space. Many models also help expand the garage through microSD cards, providing extra flexibility.

4. Long-Lasting Battery Life

Battery existence is vital for any portable device, and Samsung Tablet excel in this place.

Extended Usage: Samsung Tablets are regarded for his or her lengthy battery life, permitting you to apply your device during the day without commonplace recharging. This is in particular useful for college kids, professionals, and travelers who want dependable basic performance at the move.

Fast Charging: Many Samsung Tablet come with speedy-charging technology, which significantly reduces charging time. This characteristic allows you to rapidly recharge your device, minimizing downtime and maintaining efficiency.

5. Advanced Camera Systems

Samsung tablets provide high-quality digital camera abilities for casual and professional use.

High-Resolution Cameras: Samsung tablets generally function high-choice rear and the front cameras. These cameras are designed to seize clean and particular pics and films, making them appropriate for photography, video calls, and content material creation.

Enhanced Features: Some fashions include superior digital camera functions like autofocus, LED flash, and numerous shooting modes. These features beautify the versatility of the digital camera and permit you to take first-rate images and films in one among a type conditions.

6. User-Friendly Software

Samsung tablets run on the Android strolling tool, custom designed with Samsung’s One UI.

Customizable Interface: Samsung’s One UI gives a person-quality interface that can be customized to suit your options. You can customize your property monitors, widgets, and app layouts, making it easy to prepare your tool consistent with your desires.

Productivity Enhancements: Samsung capsules include functions like Samsung DeX, which transforms your tablet right into a laptop-like revel in for more green multitasking. This characteristic is especially useful for users who need to use their tablets for productivity duties.

7. Robust Connectivity

Connectivity is a key aspect of Samsung tablets, making sure you live linked anywhere you are.

Wi-Fi and Cellular Options: Many Samsung tablets offer Wi-Fi and mobile connectivity options, consisting of LTE and 5G. This ensures that you may stay connected to the net and get right of access to information offerings even whilst you’re some distance from Wi-Fi networks.

Bluetooth and USB Ports: Samsung Tablet include Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with accessories like keyboards and headphones. Additionally, USB ports facilitate clean file transfers and the connection of out of doors gadgets.

8. Premium Build Quality

Samsung Tablets are stated for his or her brilliant build and layout.

Durable Materials: Samsung Tablet regularly characteristic top charge substances, in conjunction with aluminum or superb plastic. This guarantees a robust and sturdy creation that could face up to regular use and minor effects.

Ergonomic Design: Samsung tablets are designed with ergonomics in mind, making them snug to maintain and use for prolonged durations. The slim and mild-weight layout enhances portability and ease of use.

9. S Pen and Accessories

For the ones looking for greater wonderful functionality, Samsung Tablet offers compatibility with the S Pen and various add-ons.

S Pen Integration: Certain Samsung Tablet, which include the Galaxy Tab S series, assist the S Pen, which presents a particular center for drawing, word-taking, and other innovative responsibilities. The S Pen enhances the tablet’s functionality and flexibility.

Accessory Options: Samsung offers some add-ons for its drugs, together with keyboards, covers, and docking stations. These accessories upload capability and make the tablet greater adaptable to specific use instances.

Buying Options: New, Used, and Refurbished Tablets

When considering a Samsung tablets, you have were given several searching for options:

Buy Samsung Tab Online: Purchasing a brand new Samsung tablet online ensures that you get hold of the modern day version with the entire manufacturer's guarantee. Online outlets provide a big desire for fashions and competitive costs, making it easy to discover the right tablet in your wishes.

Used Tablets: Buying a used Samsung tablet can be a cost-effective preference if you’re seeking out a more low fee tool. Ensure that the used tablet is in an appropriate situation and springs from a very good provider to avoid capacity problems.

Refurbished Tablets: Refurbished Samsung Tablet are each fantastic opportunity. These capsules have been inspected, repaired, and restored to a like-new condition. Refurbished capsules often consist of a guarantee and are a price range-excellent manner to get a brilliant tool.

Conclusion

Samsung Tablets offer quite a number of competencies that cater to numerous needs, from enjoyment and productivity to education and innovative obligations. With their wonderful shows, powerful performance, long battery existence, and advanced virtual digicam structures, Samsung Tablets stand out as flexible and dependable devices.

Whether you’re looking to shop for Samsung tab online for the contemporary version, considering used drugs for a more price range-friendly choice, or exploring refurbished tablets for a like-new experience at a discounted charge, Samsung offers picks that in shape exceptional opportunities and budgets. At Teczek, we’re devoted to supporting you to locate the perfect Samsung tablets to suit your needs. Explore our style of capsules and discover the correct device to decorate your virtual revel in

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Let's Explore the World: Fun and Educational Activities for Preschoolers!

Preschool is a magical time filled with learning, discovery, and endless curiosity. It's where children blossom, developing social skills, language, and a foundation for lifelong learning. Here's a glimpse into the exciting world of preschool content that will spark your child's imagination and keep them engaged:

Sing and Move!:

Musical Moments: Preschool in Lucknow with a sing-along! Play catchy children's songs or create your own silly rhymes. Encourage movement – clapping, stomping, or dancing – to get those little bodies moving.

Action Rhymes: Learning becomes fun with action rhymes. "If you're happy and you know it, pat your head!" These rhymes combine movement and vocabulary building, making learning a joyful experience.

Story Time:

Dive into Books: Preschoolers are captivated by stories. Choose colorful picture books with engaging narratives. Read aloud with different voices for each character, and encourage your child to participate by asking questions or making sound effects.

Puppet Power: Bring stories to life with puppets! You can create puppets from socks, paper bags, or even spoons. Act out favorite stories together, or encourage your child to invent their own puppet shows.

Creative Sparks:

Arts and Crafts Extravaganza: Unleash your child's inner artist with various art materials. Explore finger painting, play dough sculpting, or construction paper creations. Let them experiment with colors and shapes, focusing on the process rather than a perfect outcome.

Sensory Play: Learning through senses is crucial for preschoolers. Create a sensory bin filled with beans, rice, or sand. Hide small objects for them to find, or let them build sandcastles with cups and spoons. Sensory play encourages exploration and fine motor skill development.

Let's Learn Together!:

Shape Up!: Introduce basic shapes through fun activities. Cut out shapes from construction paper and let your child sort them into different boxes. Sing songs about circles, squares, and triangles, or play a shape scavenger hunt around the house.

Number Fun: Counting is a fundamental skill for preschoolers. Count toys together, sing counting songs, or make counting games with buttons or beans.

The Great Outdoors:

Nature Adventures: Take your child on a nature walk. Explore the backyard or a local park. Look for different types of leaves, collect interesting rocks, or observe insects in their natural habitat.

Active Play: Let your child run, climb, and jump freely! Engage them in age-appropriate games like tag, ball play, or simple obstacle courses made with pillows and blankets.

Remember, the best preschool content is interactive and engaging. Make learning fun, celebrate every milestone, and most importantly, enjoy this special time creating memories with your child!

Bonus Tip: Look for educational apps and websites specifically designed for preschoolers. There are many options with interactive activities, games, and songs that complement your at-home learning experiences.

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How Wall Painting TLM Improves Learning in Primary Schools

Wall Painting Teaching Learning Materials (TLM) offer an innovative and engaging method to enhance the educational environment in primary schools. By integrating educational content into vibrant wall paintings, schools can create a stimulating learning atmosphere that not only beautifies the space but also promotes active learning and cognitive development. This article explores the multifaceted benefits of Wall Painting TLM for Primary School, showcasing how it can transform traditional learning spaces into interactive and immersive educational experiences.

The Educational Power of Wall Paintings

Wall paintings in educational settings serve as more than just decorative art. They are powerful Teaching Learning Materials (TLM) that can significantly impact students' engagement, understanding, and retention of information.

Enhancing Visual Learning

Stimulates Interest: Bright and colorful wall paintings capture students' attention, stimulating their interest in the subjects depicted.

Improves Retention: Visual aids help students remember information more effectively. A well-designed wall painting can serve as a visual mnemonic, aiding memory recall.

Fostering an Engaging Environment

Interactive Learning: Some Educational Wall Painting in Primary Schools are designed to be interactive, with elements that students can physically engage with, turning passive observation into an active learning experience.

Inclusive Learning: Visuals can transcend language barriers, making learning more accessible for students with diverse learning needs, including those who are non-native speakers or have learning disabilities.

Wall Painting TLM Themes for Primary Schools

Incorporating a variety of themes into wall paintings can address different areas of the curriculum, from literacy and numeracy to science and art.

Literacy and Language

Alphabet and Phonics: Paintings that illustrate the alphabet, with corresponding pictures for each letter, support phonics and early reading skills.

Storytelling Murals: Scenes from classic children's literature or folklore can inspire a love for reading and storytelling.

Mathematics and Numeracy

Numbers and Shapes: Wall paintings that include numbers, shapes, and mathematical symbols can be used to teach basic math concepts.

Mathematical Puzzles: Incorporating puzzles or mathematical challenges into wall art can make learning math more fun and engaging.

Science and Exploration

Natural World: Depictions of ecosystems, the solar system, or the water cycle can complement science lessons and encourage curiosity about the environment.

Historical Figures: Murals of scientists and inventors, alongside their key contributions, can motivate students to explore science and history.

Art and Cultural Awareness

Art Techniques and Styles: Wall paintings that showcase different art styles or techniques can serve as inspiration for art classes.

Cultural and Global Themes: Paintings that celebrate various cultures and traditions can foster global awareness and inclusivity.

Implementing Wall Painting TLM in Schools

Collaborative Design Process

Community Involvement: Engaging students, teachers, and parents in the design process can ensure that the wall paintings reflect the educational goals and cultural values of the school community.

Professional Collaboration: Partnering with local artists or art educators can bring a professional level of creativity and execution to the project.

Utilizing Technology

Augmented Reality (AR): Some schools are exploring AR technology to make wall paintings interactive, allowing students to use tablets or smartphones to unlock additional digital content related to the mural.

Digital Previews: Using software to create digital mockups of proposed wall paintings can facilitate decision-making and adjustments before painting begins.

The Role of Technology in Enhancing Wall Painting TLM

School Parent Apps: Sharing images and information about wall painting projects through a school parent app can keep parents informed and engaged with their children's learning environment.

Digital Documentation: Creating a digital archive of wall paintings and associated learning materials can serve as a resource for teachers to integrate into their lesson plans.

Conclusion

Wall Painting TLM for Primary School is a transformative approach that enhances the learning experience by combining the visual appeal of art with educational content. Through strategic themes and interactive designs, wall paintings can support curriculum goals, cater to diverse learning styles, and create an engaging and inclusive educational environment. As best preschools in India and around the world continue to innovate in education, wall painting TLM stands out as a creative and effective tool for enriching primary and preschool education and stimulating young minds.

Also Check: Preschool in Pimple Saudagar, Preschool in Wagholi, Preschool in Noida

[sasa-chan]

Hello!

I was wondering how you choose to do your colors for different drawings? I noticed for some of your different categories (colorscapes, sexy color, happy color) how they seem different! Like the Spongebob Squarepants one seems real bright and colorful, while the lips and lollipops one seems real shiny and colorful!

I was wondering if you do different things like on a whim or something? Like this drawing will be more shiny or more shadowy and eye-poping?

Or is it like programs on the internet you do?

Oh and is it your gel pens that give you the glossy look too?

I don’t know anything about coloring, but your colors got me excited! They are so pretty!

Thank you!

Thanks so much! Actually I use color by number apps from Google Play Store. The main ones I use are Happy Color, Tap Color, Paint By Number, Colorscapes, and Color Fan. They all have amazing pictures that you can color and then download or share the colored pictures, which is what I do.

[updatedgeek]

5 Free AI Image Creator Tools

With the development of AI tools, graphic design has undergone a radical transformation. The creation of captivating graphics does not require much effort on the part of the image makers because they can easily produce magnificent photos that stand out from the crowd.

I'll examine 5 Free AI Image Creator Tools in this article. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced designer, you will learn a lot about the process of creating images.

Before going any further, let's talk about what AI image creator tools are.

What are tools for AI image creation?

Software programs known as AI image-creator tools enable users to input data and produce high-quality photographs. The application evaluates the user's input and generates a visually pleasing image. These tools do away with the need for sophisticated designing abilities.

Tools for Free AI Image Creation

1. Midjourney

This tool produces gorgeous, high-quality photos that are visually attractive. It uses cutting-edge machine learning algorithms to produce visuals that closely resemble real-world imagery. For added convenience, the program can be used through a discord server.

Beginners may find the site a little challenging, but with practice, anyone can effectively use its features and settings.

The first 25 photos on this site can be created for free. The starting package is $10 per month for 200 photos after that. A regular subscription is $30 per month for unlimited access.

Pros

Can easily be accessed through servers run by third parties.

Swift function updates

Produces images of a high caliber

Cons

Cost per month

For beginners, the intricacy of the user interface

2. Dall-e 2

By applying contransitive language picture pre-training, this application generates AI visuals. The graphics produced have features for outpainting and inpainting and are of a high caliber. The elements in the produced image can be simply added or removed by users. For graphic designers or other creative workers, this program is appropriate.

Because of how simple this software is to use, even novice graphic designers may produce images that seem professional. Therefore, technological expertise is not required. This program is capable of producing numerous variations of an image.

Users receive complimentary credits everytime they register for the first time. Users must buy fresh credits after utilizing their current credits.

Pros

Easy for novices to use

Creates photos of a high caliber

The capacity to both paint inside and outside the lines

Generating images accurately

Cons

This utility has no app available

The credit system is illogical

3. SoulGen

This program, an image creator, is renowned for its user-friendly design. Additionally, the photos generated are of a good caliber.

The capability of this program to produce anime-style images is one of its benefits, making it suitable for Anime fans. The characters can be changed by choosing from a variety of hair colors, haircuts, eye colors, clothing styles, facial expressions, and other features.

This tool's user interface is straightforward and user-friendly. Several functions are quickly and easily accessible to users. A starting point for creating an image is supplied in the form of a library of existing images.

This platform's free version offers a number of advantages and features, including limitless downloads, high-resolution photos, and many others. All features and amenities are included in the premium plan, which costs $9.99 per month or $69.99 per year.

Pros

Easy-to-use images and a simple user interface

Makes anime-style artwork

Free infinite image creation program for newbies

Cons

There is no app version

4. Fotor

With several editing functions including background removal, skin retouching, object remover, AI enlargement, and others, this program is a potent AI picture generator. Beginners can use it as all they need to do is provide the instructions, and the image will appear right away. If the image made is unsatisfactory, it can be recreated until the desired results are obtained.

This tool also has the ability to produce 3D artwork, anime paintings, and characters.

You are permitted to produce 10 photos daily with the free version of this program. The cost of the pro package is $4.99 per month or $59.99 annually.

Pros

Simple for novices to use

Developer of 3D images

Free 10 pictures every day

Cons

There is no app version

Cost limitations

5. PicSo

This tool uses a generative adversarial network to produce distinctive, excellent photos. Using this program, you can produce images that resemble anime. This program also has an app version that allows users to generate well-known photos.

It is an excellent tool for producing amazing photographs that are one of a kind for social media, websites, and many other venues.

The cost of this tool's premium edition is $9.99 per month.

Pros

Produces anime videos and photographs

Useful on both Android and iPhone

Cons

Only the app has access to the platform's free edition

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Video Sketch Makers Instantly apply 5 sketch effects to any video

Five-in-One Video Sketch Makers: Convert ANY Video Into An Animated Sketch, Painting, Cartoon, or Blackboard Drawing in Less Than One Minute Apply five sketch effects instantly to any video. Nowadays, everyone uses video, so it's getting harder to get your videos noticed and stand out from the crowd. This item will instantly transform your videos.

This product includes five distinct "makers" that can instantly turn any video into a cartoon, painting, pencil sketch, textured sketch, or blackboard drawing.

It's a quick and easy way to make your videos stand out from the crowd and look more interesting without having to work hard.

Any video you have saved on your computer can use these effects. The best part is how simple it is to use. All you have to do is drag any video you have saved on your computer where it says "PUT YOUR MEDIA HERE" and hit save. Your video will magically transform into an animated sketch, painting, blackboard drawing, etc. You can then export this new animated video to your computer as an MP4 with full HD 1080p resolution. You can do this to any number of videos, and you can export any number of videos.

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Immediately Apply 5 Different Energized Impacts To Your Recordings

The impacts have been all changed with the best settings, so you don't need to screw with muddled menus. Simply drag and drop your videos into the program to create these animated effects in a matter of minutes... Image for Pencil Sketch Maker: Transform your videos into animations based on hand-drawn pencil sketches.

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#2: Finished Sketch Producer

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This is a more grainy sketch impact with a few surface and a line around the video.

Perfect for sports, fitness, and action movies, among other genres. Image of Colorful Cartoon Maker Animate any video in the style of a colorful cartoon. This effect will make your videos pop and is more elaborate and colorful than the previous two.

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#4: Image titled "Painting Maker" This additional fancy effect transforms videos into a colorful animated painting with faded borders.

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#5: Image from Blackboard Maker This effect gives the impression that your video was written on a chalkboard.

Your video is transformed into a white outline with a chalky texture and a blackboard background thanks to the effect.

image You can use these "Video to Sketch" makers with any kind of video. You can use them with videos you own, videos you made with other video apps, and stock videos you bought. It's a great way to improve any and all videos you make with other video tools you might have bought in the past.

Special Bonuses Bonus Animated Paper Textures These animated paper textures are great for titles or VSL scenes. I also put together these special bonuses to sweeten the deal and help you make sketch videos that look great. Simply add some text to the top, and you'll have an interesting way to convey your message. MP4 videos of each paper texture will be sent to you.

Hand Drawn Sketch Business Man This character is a hand-drawn businessman who can stand in a variety of positions and carry out a variety of actions, such as: Icon of thumbs, document holding, hand in pocket, sign holding, etc. Hitfilm Templates - The Sketch Makers were made for the free video editor Hitfilm. Therefore, in order to utilize this product, you will need to download Hitfilm to your computer. I will direct you to a free download location. The sketch makers are incredibly simple to use once you download them. Simply dragging your videos into a folder will apply the effects automatically. After that, you can save the animated sketch videos to your computer as MP4s with a resolution of 1080p.

Video Tutorial: I'll also walk you through using Hitfilm's "Makers" to turn your videos into animated sketches step by step.