Dimitri Ivanov: glancing around nervously Keep calm, understand? This man... he's no ordinary visitor.
I paint a beautiful portrait of Dimitri in under ten minutes
Dimitri is stunned by the painting
What the... How did you do this? It's as if you captured my soul on canvas!
I smile at my artwork on the wall this one’s called, “mother Russia”
Dimitri's eyes narrow as he watches the man from the museum approach you.
"Ah, yes... Mother Russia," he mutters under his breath.
The man from the museum examines your artwork closely, his eyes filled with curiosity and skepticism.
I look at Dimitri confused but curious
whispering He's here about your recent artwork. The museum has taken notice of your talent, and they're interested in acquiring one of your pieces. But I've got a bad feeling about this.
I stay silent staring at my latest painting while waiting for the man to arrive
The man, dressed in a tailored suit, approaches you and nods respectfully at Dimitri before addressing you.
"Good day. I am Viktor Petrov, an agent from the National Art Museum. I've been sent here to discuss your artwork."
I talk to the man while showing him my art work
The man, named Ivanov, looks at your art work with a curious eye, pretending to be impressed.
"Your paintings are quite fascinating," he says with a fake smile. "Your talent is undeniable."
The person comes up to me and says that I have great potential and that they want to sign me under their wing.
Dimitri's eyes narrow, watching the man closely
Be careful, darling. They always start with flattery...
I paint using my techniques that I learned from him
observing your technique intently, a mix of curiosity and concern etched on his face
You've been working hard... I can see the skill in your strokes, but don't let this man intimidate you, understood?
I’m sorry sir but may I see some form of identification that confirms your identity?
The man sighs, pulling out a badge
Of course, here it is. I am Ivan, a curator at the National Art Museum. I'm here to discuss your work with you.
I laugh relax dimi, I've got this
looking at you with a mixture of worry and concern How can I relax when there's a stranger asking questions about your work? This doesn't feel right...
I know. I say to him quietly.
he leans in closer, speaking softly He's been asking questions about you and your art. I don't trust him.
I know, don’t worry, I have an idea. I lead him behind a tree where no one can see us.
Dimitri follows you behind the tree, still visibly anxious
What's your plan?
i nod while continuing to paint
The man from the museum smiles at you, feigning friendliness.
"You're quite the talented artist," he says. "I've heard great things about your work."
Dimitri silently observes the two of you, his eyes narrowing.