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asterling17.bsky.social
a. sterling
@asterling17.bsky.social
(they/them) neurodivergent, nonbinary, aroace, poet, environmentalist, blacksmith
New practice
July 6, 2025 at 5:01 AM
On to a new attempt
April 4, 2025 at 5:35 AM
I'm not perfectly happy with it, but for a first attempt at oil painting, I'm calling it good and moving on to my second.
April 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM
This is to tease my progress because only one half of the face is close to finished.

The shaded side of the face has confused my brain.

Good learning. Of course, I started the most difficult way with a mirror in a position I have to move in and out of and inconsistent lighting.
March 27, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Attempting to learn oil painting.

This is the sketch layer but has unfortunately been my favorite thus far.
March 24, 2025 at 5:07 AM
If you have the land, now is the time to buy chickens/quail/ducks and plant a garden. Focus on planting food you can make shelf/freezer stable.

Beans, Peas, Chickpeas, Corn, Tomatoes, Strawberries, Raspberries, Peppers, Carrots, Onions, Potatoes...
February 3, 2025 at 4:38 PM
February 2, 2025 at 7:38 PM
As Americans prepare to survive the impending trade wars take advantage of your local CSAs. Locally grown food supports your community and may soon become the most financially prudent way to get food.

Reach out to your local organic farms to trade a day of volunteer work for a box of food.
February 2, 2025 at 7:36 PM
February 2, 2025 at 7:28 PM