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Her Canvas
March 1, 2016
She picked up her brush and began with a blank slate
Her hands shook as she struggled to make her lines straight
She outlined the eyes and then the jaw
Then took a step back to stare in awe
She created shadows and added dimension
Hoping this would bring her work some attention
Tracing the nose and then the lips
The paint dripping like blood from her fingertips
She expressed herself with the art that she created
Knowing what she made illuminated
Spending time seeking perfection
Gazing at what would be her reflection
She took her time and smiled when finished
All her flaws had suddenly diminished
In front of her vanity she took her place
As she worked on the canvas that was her face
© Anonymous
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