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Hello! I’m posting this a bit late (start of May), cuz I honestly forgot to post it, even though I did the artwork in mid-April. I originally did this for Cara’s PleinApril challenge, but also realised it matched up with this months theme as well, so it worked out really nicely. “A jungle with many forgotten secrets and relics, beautiful just as is dangerous, and many types of wildlife, both fictional and real creatures, claiming this place as their home,” It’s a bit dark, so probably don’t view it on low brightness, if not you won’t be able to see much😅

Hello everyone!   Sorry for being a couple days late on posting the new themes    I've decided to extend this submission period so that it runs from May to the end of June since I know many people will have exams during this time. I completely understand if members are unable to make much artwork during this time (it's good to focus on your exams) so don't feel too pressured into submitting if you have other priorities. Good luck to those that have exams too   Reminder: for your required monthly submission you do not have to submit artwork based on a monthly theme - you can submit any artwork you made during that month - but it is highly recommended you give the themes a go as they can help push you out of your comfort zone, hone your artistic skills and inspire you to create!   1. Texture • Texture in art are the visual and tactile characteristics incorporated into an artwork. It illustrates how something looks or feels, like if it’s rough or smooth. It can be real, made with materials like paint, impasto, paper, metal, clay, or even fabric and leaves. Or it can be an illusion, created with brushstrokes, lines, patterns, and colors to visually imitate real life texture. There are many different types of texture in art: dry brush, smooth, stipple, sculpting, fur, scales, fabric, etc. When used well, texture gives depth and dimension, helps highlight parts of the artwork and create a sense of physicality. • Here is a great article on texture with examples : https://finearttutorials.com/guide/texture-in-art/ (it's quite in depth so read what interests you most) • Here are just a few examples of artwork which feature texture: Away from home (1952) by Andrew Wyeth The Starry night (1889) by Vincent Van Gogh A Young Hare (1502) by Albrecht Dürer    2. Abstract portraits • Abstract portraits are artworks that depict a person, but avoids showing reality exactly as it is or in a completely realistic way. Instead of focusing on accurate facial features or proportions, the artist uses shapes, colors, lines, and forms to express emotions, ideas, or the subject’s personality. The goal isn’t to create a lifelike image, but to capture the essence or feeling of the person. Abstract portraits allows an artist to explore their view of themselves and others - they can convey what's beyond just the physical form: the emotions, psyche, and history of a person.  • Here are some examples: Portrait of Madame Heim (1927) by Robert Delaunay Senecio (1922) by Paul Klee Portrait of Ambroise Vollard (1910) by Pablo Picasso 3. Utopia - The Perfect City • Depictions of Utopia expresses an artist’s vision of a perfect world, society, or individual. These artworks can be realistic or fantastical, hopeful or critical, and range from concrete to abstract. A depiction of utopia can reflect not only the one’s dreams and hopes, but also one's attitudes toward current modern life, history, and the future. While utopia can represent a positive ideal for society, it can also carry warnings about control, power, and the risks of totalitarianism. Explore these ideas through art!   I can't wait to see what you all come up with!