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Group Therapy with Sunshine and Friends
@sunshineandfriends.bsky.social
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A grassroots magazine celebrating creativity and community. Our goal is to highlight artists and inspire new ideas! Follow us and say you knew us before we were cool. Want to see your work in print? DM us- we'd love to hear from you!
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Nobody talks about Galadriel’s goth phase but she def had one. Which hair do you think she rocked- natural silver or did she dye it blue? #lotr #fanart #gothgirl #elvish #fantasy
October 26, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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I'm so excited to share...our website is LIVE! Come check us out at www.sunshineandfriends.art
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Group Therapy with Sunshine & Friends is a creative space where inspiration and positivity intersect.
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October 22, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Me today. Anyone else feeling like this? #fall #mood #bonetired #sendhelp #zine
a skeleton hanging out of a sunroof of the car behind me with one arm up in a wave, his mouth is agape and it could be subject to inperpretation whether he is exhilirated, worn out, terriefied, or being terrifying.
September 8, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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#dnd #funfact

Researchers at University College Cork found that playing Dungeons & Dragons benefits mental health by providing escapism, self-exploration, and social support.

psychiatrist.com/news/study-finds-dungeons-dragons-boosts-mental-health/

#ttrpg #gaming #gamedev #mtg
Study Finds Dungeons & Dragons Boosts Mental Health
Researchers found that playing Dungeons & Dragons benefits mental health by providing escapism, self-exploration, and social support.
psychiatrist.com
August 28, 2025 at 5:32 AM
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August 28, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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In my Career Development class this morning I learned that there's a name for what I've been feeling- I've found myself looking back on my youth and wishing I had done things differently- like complete college at 'traditional' age. This isn't abnormal though! To any other millenials feeling alone-
August 28, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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@uptotask.bsky.social I was looking at the comic starter pack to find some kindred spirits and I saw you mention Wizard in your profile! I used to be obsessed with Wizard and wanted to work there so bad. I just wanted to hey and thanks for the smile! I think I still have a copy somewhere lol.
August 28, 2025 at 2:10 AM
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Gentle reminder, you are more than your mistakes; like the moon, we all go through phases. We should strive to treat ourselves with the same kindness and compassion that we show others.

Words & imagery by Sunshine Avery | #sunshineandfriends
#pastelsky #crescentmoon #mentalhealthmatters #zine
Pastel sky with a crescent moon, credit Sunshine Avery 2025.
August 26, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Mental health Monday- priority you. Self-care isn't selfish, it's essential! Big love to Megan for being a strong supporter of mental wellness; check out her resources at www.badbitcheshavebaddaystoo.com. Shout out to u/technicalclock8099 on reddit for sharing this video. #mentalhealth #selfcare
August 25, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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Happy Monday! Get out there and be someone's ray of sunshine today- there is only one of you, and your contributions matter! Patreon #mentalhealthmatters #positivevibes #creativityheals #artistsonbluesky #indieart #together #community #creativityandcare #shinetogether #grouptherapyzine #monday #art
August 25, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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Thank you @stickerninja.bsky.social! So excited for our stickers featuring art by Kevin Woltz the artist behind the Asheville Strong imagery. Show him some love @kewo.art on ig. Think your art deserves the sticky treatment? Drop us a line-we’re looking for our next sticker artist! #indie #stickerart
August 22, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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just a quick #library #zine related reminder to everyone who likes books, movies, music, puppets, stickers, newspapers, learning, free air-conditioning, free stuff, a place to stop and think, the internet, facts, independent empowerment, history, workshops, creativity, and your community
a gold robot action figure holding a black and white printed mini zine titled 'libraries are awesome and without them we are fucked'
August 16, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Making headway on Issue 3! Thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Susan Frye, our next featured artist. To learn more about Susan and our upcoming sticker launch check out our Patreon annoucement. #indieart #zine #artist #discoverart #fryeart #supportart #artdaily
Issue 3 updates and some other fun stuff in the works! | Sunshine & Friends Collaborative
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August 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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Some nights you just sit and let the stars do the talking. Boost if you're going to sit and watch the meteor shower with frog tonight. #WNCVibes #AppalachianEvening #PorchLife #FrogArt #MountainMagic #Folkcore #NatureAndWhimsy #SlowLiving #BlueskyArt #GTSF #zine #acrylic #meteorshower #stargazing
A green frog sitting in an adirondack style chair reclining and enjoying the night. He's on his porch and the full moon is shining down on some clouds and gently illuminating the scene. There are trees and mountains in the distant night and you can see some summertime constellations in the sky. It's very peaceful and serene.
July 30, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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Upcoming Interview Alert: Meet Siobhan Skyson! I’m interviewing multidisciplinary artist Siobhan Skyson for Group Therapy with Sunshine and Friends and Patreon supporters can submit questions! Join our community on Patreon + help shape the convo! #artistinterview #firespinning #poi #zine #creatives
Upcoming Interview Alert! Meet Siobhan Skyson | Sunshine & Friends Collaborative
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July 29, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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Group Therapy with Sunshine & Friends is a growing feel-good zine focused on art, community, and positivity. To keep the zine free + accessible, I’m looking for help with marketing/social media to grow our reader base and attract ad support. If this sounds like your jam, let's connect! Read it here)
July 28, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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It's easy to feel disillusioned sometimes, or like you're not enough, but I want to remind you that your existence makes a difference. I wish you a beautiful day full of sushine and don't forget, rainbows come after the rain! #goodvibes #youmatter #natureasmedicine #positivity #dailyinspo #selflove
July 25, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Ok zine lovers I need your help. Our Patreon is getting a sticker of the month tier (!!!) and I need help naming it! I'm torn between The Monthly Peel or Peel and Feel...Comment your favorite below!
#stickers #slaps #art #creativecommunity #polltime #zine #youropinionmatters #patreon #indieart #seo
July 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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On sale today! Will def be stopping by USPS to pick up a sheet. If you're not familiar, Chris Ware is a legend in sequential art.
USPS Needed Stamps For Its 250th Anniversary. Local Cartoonist Chris Ware Delivered
#USPS #stamprelease #philately #ForeverStamps #ChrisWare #ChrisWareStamps #comicart
July 23, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Feeling uninspired? Check out page 6 of Group Therapywe teach you a technique called neurographic art that you can use to move past any blocks and rejuvenate your creativity! #arttherapy #arttalk #indieart #zineculture #sunflowerpower #creativecommunity #symbolism #grouptherapyzine
Neurographic art, in greens, golds, blues, purples and pinks. Abstract and colorful design featuring loops dots and swirls.
July 23, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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If you haven't checked out our second issue yet, head over to Patreon and give it a read! This issue features renowned watercolorist and disability activist Mallory Kay Nelson. Who should we interview next? Drop your suggestions below.
#indie #artmagazine #disabilityactivism #zine #patreoncreator
July 22, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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Extremely proud of this painting and the level of detail I was able to achieve- I love her so much in fact, shes's the cover art for our second issue! Sunflower, 2025. Acrylic on cold pressed paper. #art #painting #artoftheday #flowerart #sunflowerpainting #nature #floralart #yellow #photorealism
A striking blue background like a hot summer day with no clouds in the sky- the focal point is a photorealistic sunflower with a yellow and green center before it goes to seed facing the viewer. The leaves have have a great level of detail showing the veins and the serrated edges highlighted by sun and shadow. The petals also have a great deal of detail and shading.
July 22, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Not exactly the 'mixed media' I was going for...The Mewses knocked my WIP off the easel and it landed wet side down...and now has catnip stuck to the wet paint. #SendHelp #StudioCats #CatnipArt #ArtFail #Meowhem #WIP #ArtistLife #MeowsterpieceDisaster
A side view of an oil painting of a white cat- a work in progress- that landed wet side down on the floor and now has specks of catnip stuck to the wet paint. A front view of an oil painting of a white cat- a work in progress- that landed wet side down on the floor and now has specks of catnip stuck to the wet paint.
July 21, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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Working on a new piece for an upcoming art show. What is everyone else working on? Would love to see your WIP in the comments! #artinprogress
Unfinished oil painting of a white cat lying on its back in a croissant shape with its belly up, hind legs stretched and two pink nipples exposed. The cat appears to be smiling and content. Painting is realistic but stylized. Painting is situated on an aluminum easel in a kitchen with a microwave in the background.
July 21, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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Our second issue is here...along with a healthy dose of introspection. | Sunshine & Friends Collaborative
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July 21, 2025 at 12:14 PM