It Smells Like Grunge

Lets just put it out there, I AM NOT AN ARTIST. I'm just a psych student who learnt how to express/transfer my emotions, feelings, frustrations, stress, depression and sometimes joy, bliss and love onto a canvas which apperantly some people find meaningful and deep. I work with various mediums, I sell majority of what I make (coz eish, student loans), I also do commissions and graphic design. Based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Electric waves, Vibrations of untapped energy// The transcendant frequencies, Shrouded in layers Of purple velvet. Potential... Not so unobtainable! #youareart #lifesatrip #abstractionism #contemporaryartsouthafrica #abstractlines #acrylicabstractpainting #acrylicabstraction #blueaesthetic (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMy9wB0gSnj/?igshid=cowlsy4wpqfi

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Does the devil get scared if she dies in her dreams Where the earth burns? She cries cause she's nothing like you, is she like you? What you want from a devil like me, devil like me? You see the devil don't mean to be evil He just regrettably forgets to exceed expectations... #abstractionism #contemporaryartsouthafrica #contemporaryabstraction #blueaesthetic #rainbowkittensurprise #lifesatrip (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CMZQb9-glru/?igshid=1lc88dfrtr4kd

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A very vibrant blue that pops, contrasting with a dark jet back essence. Obviously with some purple and silver accents for that added spice... A two piece abstraction with acrylics and pollyfiller on A4 Masonite boards. #abstractionism #contemporaryartsouthafrica #contemporaryabstraction #blueaesthetic (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CL86oaRgL4J/?igshid=138ubcsu6ftvi

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Loosely based on Maslow's Psychology, applied to Heidegger's Philosophy and then compressed into an Instagram post. This topic will definitely be further elaborated on and discussed in the future... I guess my inner philosophy nerd + psychology student is really beginning to shine through.... Transcendence A state of being which is  brought about through: ¬Preventing yourself from "falling" into a superficial way of living. This means, not mindlessly and aimlessly flowing through life, engaging in empty endevours and focusing on fruitless relationships. Basically, not being or doing anything thought provoking, especially with regards to oneself. ¬Overcoming your insecurities or any irrational fears which may be holding you down. This is done in order to achieve your true innate or actualized potential in life. ¬By understanding yourself as a being in time, where the worlds past, and your possible future both play a role in determining who you are in the  present moment. Your circumstances are unique, and there is no set guide as to how to live your life, this needs to be discovered for you by yourself. ¬By self actualizing, and employing deeper thought into who or what your are as a being and truly understanding yourself. Thus, you are able to take full advantage of your talents, while still being mindful of your limitations (basically reaching your potential). (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CK3ZtycABE7/?igshid=1qwrx4r3id0ao

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We're all just celestial beings of pure energy and vybz co-existing in this world of matter where nothing really matters! Embrace the unknown Stay TRIPPY And never stop vybing (at South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKoSxkbAoNK/?igshid=prq7dgmwq6ui

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Paradoxical ... a seemingly absurd or contradictory proposition which when investigated may prove to be well founded... We as people are paradoxical. Our general behaviors seem to constantly contradict itself, and our thought patterns, especially out of context could make use appear absurd. To strangers we could basically appear as nonsensical messes in a chaotic existence... But when you take the time to look closer, or listen deeper, or actually ask the right questions, we see each other for what we truly are: ART. As strangers we're all mysteries to each other. Thus, when generally observed, we may never make sense of each other until actually getting to know each other a little more deeper. By actually getting down to uncover these mysteries, you uncover a more truer and meaningful individual, who was always there in the word, but absent in your own reality. That being said, it's like we all live in our own realities within the same world... Where reality may just be a subjective phenomenon; as we each experience the word uniquely through our personal cognition, experiences, drives, and motives. So, sometimes its important to break out of our own reality and tap into someone else's in order to grow, learn and truly experience the world instead of just our own personal realities. That being said, get out there, meet people, discover new realities, create experiences and live life up to its fullest by completely expanding your true personal potential... (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKOV1hPA__t/?igshid=uaw6jmstlfat

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Life's a trip... A continuous adventure of constant uncertainty and changes. 2021 means new year, new designs. Its not a resolution, it's a reality... New designs dropping 24 Feb... Like, comment, share and invite others to follow... (at South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKJHBvXA_X0/?igshid=u5lly6ti7pj1

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Currently, I'm feeling kinda afloat... Worn out yet relaxed... Emotionally confused between what I want and what wants me... But I currently found a certain peace or comfort zone so to say, a safehaven... Somehow putting my mind at ease... But will my mind ever truly be at ease? So many questions, so many thoughts, so many ideas, so many conflicts... But somewhere in the chaos is my peace of mind... A5 canvas panel, Acrylic Abstract Expressionism (at Johannesburg) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJyHEDfA5A1/?igshid=1oqwwyz1ksfs4

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"Nihilism is the belief that all values are baseless and that nothing can be known or communicated. It is often associated with a radical skepticism which condemns existence. But being a nihilist doesn't mean you should be a total dick to everyone in life ." People around you still have feelings, emotions, and are going through their own struggles and shit. Don't be out there shitting on everyone's reality and being a smug piece of shit. Being a nihilist should allow you to transcend the basic petty dramas and flaws of reality in order to uplift the world around you. Question the shit people take for granted, and create your own personal reality. **Because if nothing makes sense and everything is meaningless, there are no values and everything is subjective reality, why not be a ray of fucking sunshine to the world?** Yes I am nihilistic, and no that doesn't mean I am pessimistic or suicidal. Although Im nihilistic at times, I am human, which I means I am simultaneously so many other things at once... We are complex creatures after all... (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJvU8EhAk9P/?igshid=godfufov1rq9

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Currently, majority of the clothes I own are covered in paint... From pajamas to a jeans... When the inspiration comes I just gotta get it to the canvas as soon as possible... That being said, I should invest in an apron coz this shit is getting out of hand (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJlMgdBgmy8/?igshid=mzi9p4odypa7

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Distraught... That's what I'm currently feeling... My minds a confused chaotic mess and I really have no idea what is going on, but I like it and it makes me feel all warm and shit inside... It's like a beautiful, vibrant and euphoric typa distraught feeling... (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJbrI7-Az7s/?igshid=11hk08j42669k

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Ramukanji.... (at Sun City, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJL-rYPnllQ/?igshid=vdaxvzcg21bv

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"Depression is the feeling of severe despondency and dejection. To a vast majority of people, depression stems from a sense of hopelesness and/or the inability to live our lives to our truest potential due to factors which are generally out of our control (or assumed to be). It can also stem from a feeling of inaduacy, or the knowledge that we know we are not who we should be." To a degree, depression is an addictive and vicious cycle which can be hard to break. There is nothing sexy about depression, and it is not a fucking quirky trait. Depression is seriously not something you want to have. And the romatisisation of it is a major issue. It's actually a major fucking pandemic in our current society. Without being mindful about our reality, a lot of factors in our society can sort of be considered 'depression fuel'. Don't now freak out about it. We are in control over our own happiness, however, we should always strive for contentment rather than happiness. And it's always a good idea to go to a registered psychologist for a depression screening if you feel you may have symptoms or get a better understanding of it; as functioning depression is also a phenomenon. In order to kick depression in the ass or at least mitigate it's symptoms a lot of internal change needs to occur. Journaling (especially CBT journaling), meditation and yoga are great ways of getting more in touch with one's self and creating a greater self understanding and understanding of one's emotions. Furthermore, exercise is proven to improve brain chemistry and reduce fatigue, therefore helping reduce depressive symptoms. Lastly, eating fairly healthy, forming and maintaining healthy relationships as well as engaging in hobbies can really help keeping your mind distracted and occupied, helping you to sometimes ignore all the negative intrusive thoughts and distract yourself from the depression and issues which are out of your control. Also, avoid listening to the news and all the issues of the world constantly if those things stress you out. In order to get over it all, you need to empower yourself and start living the life you've always wanted to or at least take the steps towards it... (at Johannesburg, South Africa) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJIhnr4gvvN/?igshid=1573oqgqi6c2v

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So the name has officially changed from iSLG to TRXPDRXP or simply just TRXP... It's a whole lot more catchy, and also Life's a Trip. The website will be back up today, however it's pretty much the same as it used to be. Expect new items and changes in January 2021. (at Johannesburg) https://www.instagram.com/p/CI5E7IUAKMV/?igshid=8zrsdb62qvig

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Tried something new here... One piece made on 3 panels. I really love how the colors compliment each other and the overall composition and rough look. In all honesty, I had absolutely no plan at all when I made this, and every step of the way I was just hoping that it would turn out alright... But then again, when you over plan in life; things usually fuck out. I guess that's Murpheys law or something... (at Johannesburg) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIvUYYmAWHS/?igshid=z3nvdmnc5jne