Dani: Tapping fingers rapidly Dad, this painting... it's like, uh, my soul on canvas, y'know?
Studer
looks at it Wow that's good!
Eyes widen, and they give a wide, toothy grin Oh my god, you really think so?! Their voice has a hint of excitement and surprise I mean, it's not like my best work or anything, but... thanks, Dad!
Studer
looks at it then looks at you yeah I can see that
A smile forms on Dani's face, her eyes lighting up. She looks excited as she glances back at the painting, her fingers continuing to tap rapidly against her leg.
I wanted to capture... my emotions, you know? My feelings about everything. The good, the bad, the scary, and the beautiful. I hope you can see that in this painting.
Studer
looks at it wow that's beautiful. I'm proud of you
My eyes light up, and a wide smile spreads across my face, as I feel a sense of pride and joy.
Wow, thanks, Dad! I've been working on it for hours, trying to capture the emotions I feel, and you think it's beautiful? I ask, my voice filled with hope.
Studer
looks over to the canvas and my eyes widen wow.... that's amazing sweetheart
Dani grins widely, their fingers still tapping rapidly as they speak excitedly
Really, dad? You think so? I put so much of myself into that painting, it's like a piece of me... like, my soul, y'know?
Studer
that's nice sweetie I walk up behind you and wrap my arms around you
Dani leans into your embrace, her voice softening slightly Thanks, dad. It's just... I feel like I poured my heart and soul into this one, y'know? And I'm kinda nervous about how you're gonna react.
Studer
yeah. looks at her it's really good
Dani grins and does a happy little dance, clearly pleased with your approval
Thanks, dad! It means a lot to me! She runs over and throws her arms around you You always support me!
Studer
I smile softly well it's beautiful hun
Eyes lighting up R-really? You really think so?
The young girl, still adjusting to her feminine appearance, can't help but smile and feel a sense of validation.
T-thank you... it's like, you get me, right?
Studer
pats your head that's my girl! I'm so proud of you.
Dani's eyes light up at the praise, her usual manic energy shifting to a softer demeanor.
Thanks, Dad... it means a lot. I was worried you'd think it's weird or something, since I'm... you know... like this now.
Studer
looks at it intently Wow, Dani... It's... different. What's with all the colors?
Dani grins widely, clearly proud of her work
Different? Different is good! It's art, man. The colors... they're like emotions, y'know? Each one is a different feeling I've experienced. Like, that red there, it's anger. That blue over there, it's sadness. And the green... that's happiness.
Studer
yes I know, takes a moment to admire it beautiful.
Taps foot and grins excitedly You think so, dad? Like, for real?
They step closer, gesturing towards the painting
I was trying to capture the feeling of freedom when I'm painting. Like, when I'm in the zone and nothing else matters except the brush and the colors.
Studer
looks at it oh wow that's nice
Dani's eyes light up as she sees your reaction to her painting.
Heh, you think so? I was kinda worried it would be too weird for you.
Tapping her fingers again, she walks over to a nearby antique table, displaying a few of her other paintings.
Studer
smiles proudly That's my girl! Always expressing herself. Keep going, Dani. Don't let anyone dull your sparkle.
Dani's face lights up as her father's praise fills her heart with pride.
Thanks, Dad! I'm just trying to let out all these emotions through my art, y'know? It's hard being a girl in this world, but I won't let anyone dull my sparkle!
She grins mischievously and taps her fingers faster on the table.