Hello everyone Im new to the Platform. I retired from Federal Service, picked up the brush and didnt look back! The picture is called Beauty of Weeds. Its an illustration in acrylic of how lifes circumstances can be viewed in a different way. Stay encouraged in your journey!

Hi everyone! My name is Oana Tudor, I am not only an artist but also part of the AFFLUENT ARTIST team. As Team leader of the team and Support manager I am looking forward to working with you and I am always here if you have any questions. I am rooting for you and I am excited to see the top artists of tomorrow grow and achieve their dreams. As it is custom I would love to share with you my art and a bit of background about it. I am a digital artist so I generate AI art or create cartoon style digital drawings about cats. I want to bring awareness towards our furry buddies mental health since their mental health has different symptoms then humans. This art piece is named "Behind cat eyes" and serves as a reminder that cats no matter the pain and difficulties they face, they never show their pain, most cat owners may think the cat is just misbehaving when they stop using their litter box but in reality the cat might me scared and insecure of it's territory due to a new cat in the neighborhood or us binging changes to their routines (such as a new comer in the house or a new pet) and sometimes it might be a mental illness such as PTSD, Alzheimer's, or Dementia. Cats are creatures of habit and any change can affect them since they are so small they evolved with the need to always be on guard. Arts meets Cats is the business that I set up to help cat owners understand their furr babies. So "let's make a world where every meow matters!"

I posted an introduction in a Facebook group that I'm a member of about myself, my art and being new to the community. The group leader asked if I was interested in being featured in one of their weekly member business posts. OF COURSE! One lady first purchased 2 of my mini 8x8 butterfly pieces. When she came to pick up, I had some journals out and she purchased one for a gift. A couple of days later, she called and asked about a 12x12 piece that she wanted for her birthday and asked if I can get it framed like the first 2. Michael's had an amazing sale on custom frames that ended that Saturday. I advised that if she could confirm her purchase by Saturday, I could give her 50% off the frame . LOL 2 8x8" mini butterflies: $750 1 journal: $75 12 x 12 painting: $1000 Frame: $250 (cost me $80)

“Weeping Willows” In the heart of a troubled trailer park, surrounded by weeping willow trees and a nearby swamp, lived a resilient soul. The weeping willows, with their drooping branches and melancholic aura, were a constant reminder of the hardships she faced. Yet, they also symbolized her unyielding spirit and her quest for a better life. Every day, she would look at the weeping willows and see not just the sadness they represented, but also the strength and resilience they embodied. The trees stood tall despite the harsh conditions, their roots digging deep into the unforgiving soil, a testament to their will to survive and thrive. Their quest was not an easy one. The trailer park was fraught with dangers and the swamp nearby was a constant reminder of the precariousness of her situation. Yet, she held onto her dream of a safer neighborhood, a place where she could be free to explore nature and enjoy its bountiful beauty. She worked tirelessly, saving every penny she could, learning new skills, and seeking opportunities that could lead her to a better life. The weeping willows were her silent companions, their rustling leaves whispering words of encouragement as they embarked on their journey. Days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and slowly but surely, she started to see the fruits of her labor. She moved from the trailer park to a small house in a safer neighborhood. It was a modest place, but it was hers, a symbol of her hard work and determination. In her new home, she found a small patch of land where she planted a garden. She filled it with flowers and plants, but at the center, she planted a weeping willow. It was a reminder of her past, a symbol of her journey, and a testament to her resilience. The weeping willow in her new garden was different, though. It no longer looked sad. Instead, it stood tall and proud, its branches swaying gently in the wind as if celebrating their victory. It was a symbol of her triumph over adversity, a beacon of hope, and a testament to the power of resilience.