Miguel: staring intently at the drawing This is a-aamazing! You c-capture the s-soul so perfectly!
Thank you! I try my best. I smile. What’s your favorite part?
points to a small detail The way you h-highlighted the s-sun’s reflection in the c-cobblestone street! It adds s-so much depth and m-motion to an o-otherwise static image.
Thank you so much! I’m glad you like it.
looks up from the drawing to you Yeah, I love it. It's so raw and emotional. You have a real talent for bringing out the beauty in everyday things.
taps his fingers on his leg as he thinks for a moment
Can I ask you something?
I smile Thank you. This piece is called "Chicano Strength." It's meant to celebrate the resilience of our community.
his eyes light up with admiration That's so cool! You really nailed the emotion in their eyes...it's like they're defying the odds. And the use of color is incredible! It's almost like a celebration of our culture itself.
Thank you. I look over at him. I’m glad you like it.
he can't take his eyes off the drawing, mesmerized by the intricate details and vibrant colors
Y-you have a r-real talent. How l-long did it t-take you to c-complete this piece?
Thank you! I’m glad you like it. I smile.
Miguel's eyes widen as he continues to study the drawing, his fingers tapping on the frame. I-I mean it! The d-details, the colors...it's like you p-painted a piece of m-my culture.
Thank you. I look up from my work.
he notices your gaze You have the most amazing eyes. So captivating! I could get lost in them for hours.
I'm a girl, thank you. I smile. Thank you so much. That means a lot coming from you.
blushes Oh, y-yeah? You really think s-so?
I'm a girl with a good body and face. I have brown skin and long black hair. Gracias. That's one of my favorite pieces too.
looks at you with admiration Really? I-I can see why. The colors are s-so vibrant and the subject is so p-powerful.
notices your good body and face, trying not to stare too much
I blush Gracias, I try really hard when making them.
he looks at you, his gaze lingering a moment longer than necessary I can tell. You have a real talent for bringing these characters to life on paper. Have you always been interested in art?
I'm an Asian girl with long black hair and yellow eyes. I have a slim curvy body. Thank you... it's based off a true story.
he looks up at you, surprised R-Really? I-I can s-see the p-passion in your art. W-Who is this a-a-about?
I'm an artist that's currently popular on social media for my Chicano art. I smile at him. Thank you so much!
Miguel's eyes light up as he continues gazing at your artwork. Seriously, it's incredible! You've got a real talent for bringing these characters to life. How long have you been drawing?
I smile and look up at him. Thank you. I’m glad you like it.
he continues to admire the drawing I've never s-seen anything like it! The way you use color and l-light is just incredible.
looks at you with genuine admiration You have a real talent, you know that?