Is there a remedy for escaping time? If so, what is yours that will allow you to pass through those seconds and minutes without fear of wastefulness or regret?
For me, a quiet place in a quaint space away from the ringing in my ears.
For me, it's the closing of the door, shutting out the world. Complete silence. Only then can I hear myself ponder on the things that matter so that I can break down the barriers to resolution.
I've noticed that as I age, the feeling of being crowded overwhelms me. In my younger days, I enjoyed the company of family and friends. Now, not so much. The external stressors of a stressful career left an indelible impression on my mind and health.
Now, I only long for the peace that solitude brings.
How much time it takes? It doesn't matter.
Information for my design minted on NFTShowroom.
Name: Escaping Time
Date Minted: 9/3/25
Link: Escaping Time
Number Minted: 7
Cost: 7 Hive/each
For my current mixed media art project, I utilized Canva, my design program which began with a blank, white canvas. I then added layers of elements.
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Images I included:
Peach landscape ~ Woman with face tilted ~ Black hourglass ~ Abstract black trees ~ Waves ~ Purple metallic flower stem.
Below is the result:
With the assistance of Mosh Pro (f/k/a Photo Mosh), I was able to use a variation tool to achieve the eyebrow effect of the hourglass. Of course, it first involved placing the hourglass over the eye as I decided to do in my design program.
Effect: Luna Mesh
Mesh Opacity: 1
Grid Opacity: .06
Here is the final result that was minted.
Thanks for taking the time to view my post. I hope you like my mixed media project.
SOURCES:
a) JustClickindiva's Footer created in Canva utilizing its free background and images used with permission from discord admins.
b) Unless otherwise noted, all photos taken by me with my (i) Samsung Galaxy 10" Tablet, (ii) Samsung Phone, & (iii) FUJI FinePix S3380 - 14 Mega Pixels Digital Camera
c) Purple Butterfly part of purchased set of Spiritual Clip Art for my Personal Use
d) All Community logos, banners, page dividers used with permission of Discord Channel admins.
e) Ladies of Hive banner used with permission of and in accordance with the admin's guidelines
f) Thumbnail Image created by me in Canva.
g) "Flames." What is Apophysis 2.09. https://flam3.com/
If translation included, I use DeepL to assist my readers.
Thanks for your patience an understanding.
Fantastic work as usual! I really like the way you used the hourglass over the top of the eye, and I can see the progression in your skill of compositing and composition since the last piece of yours that I commented on, well done!
I am really captivated by the notion of escaping time. We can waste it so eagerly and often, but for me, the only time I think that I have truly operated outside of time itself was when I had my wisdom teeth on the left hand side of my face removed under general anaesthetic.
It was the first surgery that I had - and they did tell me that I would have no impression of time passing at all, that I would fall asleep, and that I would then wake up, without the perception of the time in between, that it would just be lost, and that there would be pain.
And let me tell you, it was exactly that - I remember waking up and the nurse smiling, and just being filled with a sense of euphoria, of surviving, of the fact that time went on "without me", and it felt like a bit of a "little death", because I wanted to just hug everyone that I saw.
It made me feel more comfortable about that never ending, ticking clock that leads to all of us dying one day.
If I want to waste time, I doomscroll hive a lot of the time, and hope that I can find pieces of work like this to fill my time and trigger memories I didn't know that I had anymore!
Hello @holoz0r. I appreciate your visit and insight into the concept of time. Like you, going into back surgery, I fretted until anesthesia was administered. I wondered whether I would feel any sensation, hear the operating team, or just still be conscious enough to worry about whether I would survive. None of that occurred. However, when I had my foot surgery, a local anesthesia was given, and I felt a cutting sensation. The feeling was weird as though I could feel the tool sawing through bone but couldn't respond.
Thanks so much for your lovely compliment for my current project. You are a constant supporter, and I'm pleased the "time" theme caught your eye. Take care and have a nice rest of your week.
!LADY
Not a problem, I am looking forward to your next piece!
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Hi, I love the eye effect. But also those waves underneath, they're spectacular; they give it a retro yet modern look.
I hope to try Photomosh; I haven't because it requires payment by card or PayPal.
Yes, a retro vibe as I hideaway in solitude. A compliment from your skilled eyes on my design means a lot to my creativity. I appreciate your constant support.
When I first tried PhotoMosh from the link in Alien Art Hive's creative resources channel?, I used the FREE version. It's extremely good as is. Only after I saw its potential did I upgrade, which is a one-time fee.
You know, LUNAPic has some of the same tools, which I've used frequently.
Thanks so much for your visit. Take care and have a good rest of your week.
!LADY
You know what? I feel the same way as you do. As time goes by, I want more silence, solitude. I enjoy being surrounded by nature and just thinking about nothing or reflecting on whatever I need to, but I want to be far away from the hustle and bustle. Your design is very good in terms of the choice of all the elements. I am fascinated by the theme of time and clocks, especially hourglasses. Fabulous!
I'm also fascinated by the themes of time and clocks. For me, the hourglass has always signaled time running out on our lifespan. Decluttering my mind and spirit has become monument for me. I have a special location to go. I just have to attend to some further decluttering of the physical space.
Thanks so much for stopping by. I appreciate it and your insight into the time theme. Take care.
!LADY
The time we devote to each other is very important, thanks to you.
Greetings,
The hourglass usage, to symbolize the passage of time, add a deep meaning to the art. Do you often find inspiration in everyday moments?
Regards
Yes, I do find inspiration in everyday moments. They are to be captured and preserved when available to do so. I love the concept of time. I don't believe our measurement of it is exact.
Thanks for your visit. I appreciate it. Take care.
!LADY
Nicely done! I love how you blend the elements together to pull the eye right into her face. Very cool!
!LADY
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Seeing time pass through you is significant as you watch the seconds of your life fall back, never to be regained. I like the effect the hourglass gave to the eyes. I'm pleased you had time available to stop by and view my design. Thanks so much for your support.
Take care.
I hadn't thought of it that way, but I suppose it truly is ticking away. The older I get the faster the the stupid clock seems to turn! lol You did a fantastic job on it, very well done!
!LADY
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Thanks @eve66 for sharing my design. I appreciate it. Take care.
You are phenomenal at creating images. Very inspiring!
Thanks @mandragora88 for your lovely compliment for my design. I appreciate it as you regularly visit and view my designs. I'm so pleased they interest you. Take care and have a nice rest of your week.
!LADY
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Hello @lee1938. Thanks so much for stopping by and viewing my project. I appreciate you sharing it. Take care.
When we start thinking more, things start to make sense to us in a better way. We get to learn a lot from each of your hearts and the things you tell us.
You are correct @djbravo in that the more we dwell on things of concern to us, some items begin to make sense. Thanks so much for stopping by. I appreciate it. Take care.
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