Subsume Studios at Underground Atlanta is the hub of cool, pop culture and fandom for many aficionados of comics, animation, art, design, games and more. 

Thursday's event was filled with art and book fans and they stopped in to say hello. This weekend downtown Atlanta is filled with Dragon Con attendees and it is always a good time to meetup and catch up. 

We played Dungeons and Dragons, discussed AI Art, Creative Workflows and had a small discussion on how Writers and Illustrators work together. 

Stay tuned for more as Underground Atlanta and Subsume Studios show the world how ATL is full of talent! 

​Making Character Art for Animation
Vector Brushes with Adobe Fresco and Illustrator on iPad
with help from Adobe Photoshop and Premiere

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​Art Life 101
A series of posters celebrating all the artists who have a full time occupation making the world go round while building their art life!

​Art Life 101
A series of posters celebrating all the artists who have a full time occupation making the world go round while building their art life!

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The Full Playlist on YouTube:
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I started my working life as a landscaper working in a family business. Day in and day out, pushing lawn mowers and cleaning up yards while eating burritos for lunch, burritos wrapped in foil that were warmed up on the engine of the work truck. 

Many of my jobs have been manual labor like when I worked at a steel company and then as a prep cook chopping up vegetables to support a catering kitchen that handled hundreds and hundreds of plates for special events. 

There were many days where I was too tired to think about art. I am a fan of comics, animation, cartoons and games and I knew I wanted to be one of those artists who works on projects that made something that the world could see. 

Every day I carried my backpack full of markers, sketchbooks and pencils because I believed art was my destiny and I wanted to be a full time artist, even if I didn't know how I was going to make that happen since I didn't understand the first part of building an art business. 

I was a forklift driver, I was a dishwasher, a cook, car detailer and even a ran a construction crew. Through all of it, Art kept calling!

Enjoy the poster series, the goal is 101, keeping it basic to give a shout out to all artists who's side gig keeps the world turning. We believe in you and are saving a spot for you in the sketching table!

What occupations should I add to the list?

ANSWER:

​**Womb City** by Tlotlo Tsamaase is a genre-blending novel that combines elements of cyberpunk, Africanfuturism, and body horror to explore themes of bodily autonomy, surveillance, and patriarchal oppression. Set in a dystopian future Botswana, the story follows Nelah, a woman constantly monitored by an AI Criminal Behavior Evaluator due to a microchip implanted in her body. In this society, bodies are government-issued resources, and the oppressive system places intense scrutiny on women's bodies, often marking them as potential criminals【6†source】【7†source】.

Nelah's life is further complicated by her abusive husband, Elifasi, and her precarious position as a mother-to-be with a baby growing in a government lab. The plot thickens when Nelah accidentally kills a woman, whose vengeful spirit returns to haunt her, forcing Nelah to uncover a dark political conspiracy【6†source】【8†source】.

The novel is rich with social commentary, drawing parallels to contemporary issues such as surveillance, misogyny, and class struggles. It also incorporates elements of Setswana mythology, creating a unique and culturally grounded speculative narrative【7†source】. 

For a more detailed synopsis and to explore the book further, you can visit [Penguin Random House] or other book review sites like [BookBrowse] and [Fantasy Hive].

​Yes, Botswana is a real place. It is a landlocked country in Southern Africa, known for its stable democracy, rich wildlife, and significant diamond production. The capital city of Botswana is Gaborone.

For a text-to-picture prompt describing the city in "Womb City," you might use the following description:

"A sprawling dystopian metropolis in a near-future Botswana, where towering skyscrapers made of reflective metal and glass dominate the skyline. The streets are lined with neon signs in multiple languages, flickering holographic advertisements, and heavily armed surveillance drones patrolling overhead. The city is shrouded in a perpetual haze, with narrow alleys and crowded marketplaces juxtaposed against high-tech corporate buildings. Amidst the urban sprawl, traditional Botswanan motifs and structures peek through, blending ancient cultural elements with cutting-edge technology. The atmosphere is tense, with an omnipresent sense of surveillance and control, as citizens navigate through the oppressive and chaotic environment under the watchful eyes of the government."

Nelah, the protagonist of "Womb City," is a complex character navigating a harsh, dystopian reality. Here is a detailed description based on the novel:

**Physical Appearance:**
Nelah is a young woman in her early thirties. She has a slender build, reflective of a life under constant stress and surveillance. Her skin is a deep brown, and her expressive eyes convey both determination and weariness. Her hair is often styled in natural twists or braids, a nod to her cultural heritage.

**Attire:**
Nelah dresses pragmatically, blending functionality with the need to navigate her oppressive environment. She typically wears utilitarian clothing, such as fitted jumpsuits and jackets with multiple pockets, made from durable, weather-resistant fabrics. Her attire is often in muted, earthy tones like olive green, brown, and gray, which help her blend into the urban landscape. She occasionally accessorizes with small, culturally significant items, such as beaded bracelets or a headscarf, that connect her to her roots.

**Text-to-Picture Prompt:**
"A slender woman in her early thirties with deep brown skin and expressive eyes. Her hair is styled in natural twists or braids. She wears a fitted jumpsuit and a jacket with multiple pockets, made from durable, weather-resistant fabric in muted, earthy tones like olive green and brown. Her attire is practical, reflecting a life of constant vigilance, and she accessorizes with small, culturally significant items such as beaded bracelets or a headscarf."

This description encapsulates Nelah's appearance and the essence of her character, making it suitable for generating a visual representation through a text-to-picture prompt.

create an image of A slender woman in her late teens with deep brown skin and expressive eyes. Her hair is styled in natural twists or braids. She wears a fitted jumpsuit and a jacket with multiple pockets, made from durable, weather-resistant fabric in muted, earthy tones like olive green and brown. Her attire is practical, reflecting a life of constant vigilance, and she accessorizes with small, culturally significant items such as beaded bracelets or a headscarf, neon hightlights, futuristic art style

​If "Womb City" had a soundtrack, it would likely feature a mix of genres that reflect the novel's intense, futuristic, and culturally rich setting. Here's a description for a text-to-music prompt:

**Text-to-Music Prompt:**
"An intense and atmospheric soundtrack blending cyberpunk and African influences. The music features deep, pulsating electronic beats, synthesizers, and industrial sounds, creating a sense of tension and urgency. Traditional African instruments like the djembe, kora, and marimba are woven into the electronic backdrop, adding a layer of cultural depth. The melodies are haunting and evocative, with occasional use of eerie vocal chants and harmonies. The overall mood is dark and immersive, capturing the dystopian, high-tech world of futuristic Botswana while honoring its rich cultural heritage."

This description aims to capture the essence of the novel's setting and themes, providing a rich auditory backdrop that complements the story's atmosphere.

Work in progress with Adobe Fresco. 

fun was had by all!

drawing painting and smiles

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