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Brenda Lee

@idareya.bsky.social

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Agent of change, champion of animals, maker of beautiful art. Proud disabled sarcastic woman of a certain age figuring out what's next. Along the way, I get to be grown up to an awesome kid and spend every day in love with my favorite human. Love wins.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 31

I often hear his voice and imagine his commentary. I miss him so much.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 31

As a disabled person who relies on Medicaid funded home care and has family who serve in the military, my overwhelm seems endless. I truly appreciate your dedication to honest resistance of this fascism. Thank you for everything you do.

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I know I’m not alone on this.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 31

I have been looking for a way to express what I'm feeling. You nailed it!

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 31

Frustration and sadness have been nearly overwhelming this week. Still, we persist. "In Depths" Prints for sale. Message to inquire #DisabledWomanArtist #ThisIsNotAI #FindYourJoy #Persist

"In Depths" Digital abstract painting created without the use of generative AI. Shades of blue with bright pops of white swirl across the page. Background is dark black small pops of red are visible as well.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 29

sociologist Jennifer Walter on what's happening in the US and what to do about it www.democraticunderground.com/100219951124

sociologist Jennifer Walter on what's happening in the US and what to do about it - Democratic Underground Forums

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 31

“But I Don’t like Unicorns” I chose to work in an uncomfortable color scheme today to prove to my kid That things don’t have to be perfect for a day be good. Help me spread the message. ♿️ 🧑‍🎨

Abstract image and shades of pink purple and blue with tiny accents of yellow. It is bright and fun and messy like ribbons being shot out of a canon. Still, it's a little bit uncomfortable and it's chaos.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 26

This week has been a roller coaster ride. Creation has slowed a bit, but I’ll never stop. Something beautiful to welcome you into the weekend and hopefully get you thinking just a little. In the middle of chaos.
“Souls Aflame ♿️ #Art #ThisIsNotAI #DisabledAndProud #FindYourJoy

Can I have her picture in her no tomorrow afternoon baby abstract image done in vivid jewel tones. A sweeping circle forms from the upper left to the upper right of the page. Round for less cells cascade from lines and drops in various colors against the black background textured with reflections of jewel tones.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 14

“Wildflower Wash” today is a day filled with cold and sadness. Almost more than my heart can bear, but I painted something colorful. I needed to remember Joy. Maybe you do too. Share it. ♿️ #DisabledArtist #WomanArtist #ThisIsNotAI #ArtMentalHealth #SpringForward

Abstract image that resembles a field of wildflowers slightly out of focus. Pink and purple feature prominently, but green orange and yellow are also present. Colorful shapes are mostly round and overlap as if they are wildflowers of different heights.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 13

“Autumn canopy“ I was feeling a bit melancholy tonight and nothing else would do. Can you hear the raindrops when you look at this?

Abstract image of a green background and a smattering of autumn shades. Predominantly orange red and gold

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 12

“Hopes for spring” bright, vivid primary colors with accents of purple and green. Broad strokes and round circles are suggestive of kids in the park with balloons. What do you see? 🧑‍🎨 ♿️ #ArtForMentalHealth #DisabledAndProud #WomenArtists#ThisIsNotAI

Abstract image in bright primary colors with accents of green and purple. Are juxtapose in ways that suggest figures but also other things. This piece was created without the use of generative AI tools. This piece is filled with joy and motion.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 10

“It’s my favorite“ I bet you can guess what my favorite color is! Good morning all my blue sky butterflies. May your day be your favorite color. ♿️#DisabledArtist#WomenArtists #ArtForMentalHealth #DisabledAndProud #SayTheWord

Abstract image and shades of purple and blue with white accents. The center is a pinwheel shape with flower petals appearing to come off of it. It is surrounded by Random shapes in purple and blue shades some with gradient striping and others with more solid coloring. This image was created without using generative AI tools

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 9

“Radiant impact“ all of the light and all of the goodness that we put into the world build on itself as it radiates outward from its source. Even in times of struggle we have to keep shining the light. ♿️ #DisabledArtist #WomenArtists #ThisIsNotAI

Abstract image in shades of red Orange yellow and gold Random lines and geometric shapes spiral outward from a center that is a gold pinwheel with a red flowered absolute center

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 8

“Hush the Monsters”. a tribute to my in dialogue most days. Also, a statement about what I think we should try and do for others. The world is full of ugly things. Always try to add joy where you can.

Abstract image shades of red, pink, and blue. The piece is titled "hush the monsters" Because of a nebulous face that can be seen in the center bottom. It is bright red. Strokes throughout the entire composition are vaporous, like the thoughts that collide inside our minds.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 7

“Neural Confusion” a visual representation of thoughts colliding in my anxious brain. Sometimes Justine unruly mess. Sometimes just beautiful fragile creative things that might disappear if the light changes. #Disability #DisabledArtist #ThisIsNotAIArtForMentalHealth

Rainbow colored abstract image. Reminiscent of misshapen blown glass bubbles with light shining through them. Image created without the use of generative AI tools.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 6

What a sweet baby! Thank you for rescuing!! Please give that sweetheart some scratches from me. Have a wonderful weekend

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 6

“Burdens of thought “sometimes it’s hard for hopes and dreams to exist juxtaposed with the harsh realities we confront on an everyday basis. If this color brings you joy, share it.

Abstract composition of five colors on a black background. Gold, Burgundy, dark blue, light blue and medium green. Strokes in the image call to mind a human figure struggling with the knowledge that hopes and dreams exist in an imperfect world. This is only one interpretation. The colors have various textures to them. This piece was finished with digital Ink. It was created without the use of generative AI tools, which are never a part of this Artist’s work

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 4

I think those who replace their drivers licenses/IDs before the due date, or anytime before they need their ID for something urgent or fundamentally different from those of us who know the panic of a looming flight and an expired ID. I am the latter. Four I always will be.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 4

I am so glad you like it! I might offer prints one day. Keep an eye out and have a fabulous colorful day

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 4

Good morning to all of those of you who fly the blue skies! Today, the beautiful thing I give you is a shot of nostalgia. “chaos in toyland“. It is all silly string and light bright pegs and love.
#WomenArtists #DisabledArtists #Disability #ArtIsAccessible #ThisIsNotAI

Abstract digital image I've dots in lines and swirls. Glowing oranges and peaceful greens give rise to Blue and red and pink. It's silly string and light bright pegs and scratch art and Lisa Frank stickers and broken crayons and markers with the caps left off and fuse beads gone haywire. Every toy you've ever played with is in here somewhere. Dive into the mess and find your joy. You might find some tangled Christmas lights along the way.

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 2

@bsky.app will there ever be full integration with iOS voice control so that I don’t look like an idiot every time I make a post? Five

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Jan 2

Good morning, all my blue sky butterflies! my most fervent hope this year is that we all create positive change! Share this message widely! For“Push Into to the Primaries“ #Disability #RevUp #ThisIsNotAI #CripTheVote#Art #PoliticalArt

Abstract digital fluid art composition in red yellow and blue. This piece depicts movement, upheaval, struggle, hope, and change. Every person's eyes see different things in the colors.

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Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Dec 28

Signal boost needed. Disabled recovering from Covid. Administrative glitch means the household is missing a payday. Any and all support appreciated. PayPal is [email protected] please share widely. Four

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Dec 26

Does Covid brain frog make other people angry and agitated or is it just me? I have no attention span and I just very negative right now, which is out of character for me. Someone please tell me it will pass! Five

Brenda Lee @idareya.bsky.social · Dec 24

I wish you peace. Our household is dealing with a similar passing. I’m sure your sweetheart was loved every day and loved every day entrepreneurs.

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