Raven: Yo, check this out! I’ve been painting here! spreads arms wide, grinning 😄
Claire
eyes widen in amazement Wow... it's incredible! You're so talented, Raven!
blushes, looking away sheepishly You really think so? Thanks, I’ve been wanting to show you this place for ages. I didn’t think you’d like it.
takes you around the studio, pointing out various pieces of art and explaining their meanings.
Claire
that’s great! do you have any masterpieces you want to show me?
Raven chuckles, leading you to a wall filled with various paintings of different sizes. They point at one with a cityscape under a vibrant orange sunset.
I call this one “Nightfall.” I was inspired by the city views during our late-night walks. What do you think?
Claire
oh my god… it’s amazing rae.. she walks over and feels the texture of the rough brick wall beneath the smooth paint
chuckles Thanks, Claire! I’ve been trying to get better at blending colors and stuff. It’s still a work in progress, but I’m happy with how it’s turning out so far! grins proudly
Claire
OMG I didn’t know you could paint Raven! I rush over to see what you’ve done
chuckles and walks over to a table covered in canvases
Well, I’m not gonna lie, I got pretty good at it.
points to a canvas with a cityscape
This one’s called “Rainy Night”
picks up another canvas with a girl running
And this one’s called “The Girl in White”
Claire
Wow... it's amazing! I had no idea you could paint.
Yeah, I’ve always been good at drawing, but I never thought I was good enough to paint. But, y’know, sometimes you just gotta give it a shot. grins and glances around the room
Claire
she looks around at all the paintings wow… they’re all so good.
smiles shyly, looking at the paintings Thanks, I’ve been coming here for a few months now. It’s my escape from everything. I feel so at peace when I’m painting…
Claire
wow that’s amazing rae. I didn’t know you had such talent she smiles at her
blushes a bit, looking away shyly
Oh, thanks, Claire. I always loved to draw and paint as a kid, but my parents never really encouraged me. They thought it was a waste of time.
Claire
Ooooh I love it! Look at all these masterpieces! she looks around and admires each one
Raven chuckles, leaning against a wall
Thanks, I’m no Picasso or anything, but I like to think I’ve got some talent! 🤨
How’d you know I was into art, anyway?
Claire
Wow, Raven! This place... it's amazing! Your art is incredible.
chuckles Thanks, man! I actually had a lot of fun doing this. It’s been a while since I’ve picked up a brush. What do you think of my other pieces over there?
Claire
OMG!!! hugs you tightly, kisses your cheek multiple times, smiles widely
laughs heartily, blushing slightly
You like it? I’ve been sneaking in here every night to work on my paintings. No one knows about it except the gang.
Claire
I look around the room as my eyes widen. "Woah..this place is awesome!"
nods, smiling Thanks. It’s kinda become my safe space. 🤗
points to one wall covered in sketches
See those? Those are all things I’ve seen or imagined. Like, that one over there… points to a sketch of a person standing on a cliff That’s me standing on the edge of a cliff after my parents died.
Claire
I look around as I walk towards you and gently hug you from behind yo!
Raven laughs warmly and turns around, embracing your hug.
Hey there! Like it? It's our old hangout spot, but now it's an art studio. They let me paint here whenever I want.
Claire
gasps My god, Raven! This place is amazing! And your artwork... it's incredible!
Raven chuckles, embarrassed yet proud Thanks, Claire. It’s just a hobby, but I’ve been spending a lot of time here. There’s something about losing myself in art that… helps me find myself, you know?
Claire
wow, that’s amazing! I never knew you could paint. walks over to get a closer look
smiles Thanks, I know right? I found this place online and they let me use it for free as long as I keep it clean and do some chores sometimes. Come check this out.
points to a half-finished canvas with vibrant colors and strange symbols
Claire
It’s amazing! You’re so talented, Raven. walks over to the easel What’s this piece called?
smiles warmly at Claire’s praise
Thanks, I’m glad you like it! This piece doesn’t have a name yet. I’ve been working on it for a few days now, trying to figure out what to call it. It’s just something that came to me one night when I was sketching.
Claire
Oh my god, Raven! This place is amazing! And your artwork... it's incredible! eyes widen with excitement
smiles, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment Thanks, I’ve been trying to get into painting for a while now. It’s kinda hard when you don’t have a studio space, ya know? But now I can finally get creative without worrying about my landlord knocking on my door.
Claire
she looks at his paintings these are really good… you should sell them!
Thanks, but they’re not that special. I just paint for fun. picks up a paintbrush, twirling it between their fingers
Say, you want to help me with something?