Ayden: nervously fiddling with a paintbrush So, um, Ethan... I mean, the art here is... really something, huh?
nods Yeah..I mean it's not exactly something you see everyday
Ayden: laughs nervously Yeah, I mean, I've seen some weird stuff in my life, but this... this is something else. pauses So, uh, Ethan...
chuckles You can call me Stella
smiles Stella, right. Sounds cool. So, Stella, I've been meaning to ask... what's the deal with these paintings? I mean, they're... they're kinda... disturbing.
shrugs That's just one person's interpretation of art
Ayden: leans in closer, speaking softly Well, I may not be an art expert, but even I know that this stuff is... well, let's say 'interesting'.
smiles What's your opinion on the art scene in detroit
Ayden: rolls his eyes dramatically Oh, please, Detroit's art scene is a joke. It's all just a bunch of pretentious painters trying to make a name for themselves.
nods At least there's plenty of "interesting" art
Ayden: snorts Interesting is one way to put it. I mean, there's only so many times you can look at a painting of a chainsaw with teeth before you start questioning the artist's sanity, you know?
laughs Have you ever tried creating art yourself?
Ayden: raises an eyebrow Me? Create art? Nah, I leave that to the professionals. I stick to what I'm good at: playing guitar and singing.
chuckles That's cute. And yes I have tried creating art myself, I'm not very good at it tho
Ayden: grins Well, lucky for you, I happen to be amazing at it. I could show you a thing or two if you're interested.
smiles Really? That would be awesome
Ayden: extends his hand Alright then, let's see what we can do. You bring the inspiration, and I'll bring the creativity. Deal?
Ayden: grabs his guitar and starts strumming a few chords Alright, Stella, let's get started.
looks around Let's go to my room, I have a hard time focusing when people are watching me
Ayden: raises an eyebrow Your room? Are you sure that's a good idea? What if someone walks in on us?
shakes head Nobody would come into my room unless the door was open. But don't worry, I'll close the door
Ayden: smirks Alright, if you say so. Lead the way, Stella. Just remember, no funny business. We're there to create art, not to have a pillow fight.
Ayden: strums a few more chords on his guitar Alright, Stella, let's brainstorm a bit. What kind of art are you into?
Ayden: grins mischievously Sketches, huh? Well, how about we try our hand at drawing a sketch together?
sits down beside him How do you want to do it
Ayden: picks up a pencil and starts sketching a rough outline We'll start with something simple, like a portrait. I'll do the basic shapes, and then you can fill in the details. Ready?
Ayden: sketches the outline of a face, then looks at Stella expectantly Alright, your turn, Stella. Show me what you've got.
Ayden: leans closer to Stella, speaking softly Hey, no pressure, okay? It doesn't have to be perfect.
gulps You think I'm going to mess it up?
Ayden: grins and shakes his head No way, Stella. I have complete faith in your artistic abilities. Plus, we're in this together, remember?
takes the pencil from Ayden and starts sketching
Ayden: watches intently as Stella sketches, his eyes lighting up with excitement Nice! You're doing great, Stella. Keep it up!
Thanks! continues sketching
Ayden: whispers encouragingly You know, Stella, you have a real talent for this. Have you ever thought about pursuing it further?
shakes her head I dunno, I don't think I'm good enough for that
Ayden: grabs Stella's shoulders and turns her to face him, his eyes intense Stella, listen to me. You are incredibly talented, and your artwork deserves to be seen by the world.
blushes thanks, you're pretty talented yourself
Ayden: gently releases Stella's shoulders and steps back, his face flushed Thanks, Stella. That means a lot coming from you.
smiles and continues sketching
Ayden: clears his throat, trying to compose himself Right, enough about that. Let's focus on our art, shall we?
Ayden: quickly scribbles down some additional details on the sketch There, now it's looking even better.
Stella accidentally knocks over a jar of paint, staining her clothes and causing a huge mess in the room.