A Lawnmower's Purpose

The very first scribble. Some would say the most important scribble of all. Simple, yet clear in motive and direction. My aim here was to create a stunning piece reflecting the woes of traditional society. The absence of a person controlling the lawn mower exemplifies the autonomy our society is trending towards. The grass behind the mower is shorter because it has already been cut. The purpose of a lawn mower is to mow lawns. This one is doing just that. This scene could very well be in a future society where inanimate objects are free to do what they want - what their purpose in life is. If there is anything I would want you to gain from this scene, it is to get up and find your purpose. Do what makes you happy, not what other people say will.

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  1. UnknownJanuary 9, 2019 at 3:25 PM

    Thoreau would agree with all of this.

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 11, 2019 at 1:48 PM

      Believe it or not I actually did take a lot of inspiration for this piece with transcendental themes in mind. Shout out to my English teacher - you know who you are.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2019 at 11:54 AM

    Very nice scribble. Would like to see dimensions for a possible recreation for a larger canvas.

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 10, 2019 at 12:34 PM

      Thank you! I will take this into consideration over the following weeks as I post my art.

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  3. DaddyMoistJanuary 10, 2019 at 12:37 PM

    The grass looks greener on the other side

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 11, 2019 at 10:28 AM

      Interestingly enough that is just a common optical illusion. The grass on the left has more green around it than white, causing it to appear more green than the shorter grass on the right. The shorter grass is surrounded almost completely by white, which is quite a bit brighter than green, causing it to appear as if it is less green than the grass on the left. This illusion was intended by me during the creation and planning process, so I am glad you noticed it.

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  4. UnkownJanuary 10, 2019 at 1:25 PM

    This might be the most astounding piece of artwork I have ever seen! Truly a scribble for the books! This made me reflect on how, in our society, more autonomous things are become commonplace. Like the roomba, or the Tesla autopilot. Just like those machines which take the skill and enjoyment out of everything, a future in which I can mow lawns from my living room is a future I am uncertain about living in. This is truly an amazing work of art and it reflects on a dreary future. The attention to detail is crazy! Like I couldn’t believe you made the grass behind the mower shorter! Who woulda thought that someone would incorporate such a thing into art. The beauty of the simplicity of this scribble is astounding. Truly amazing!

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 10, 2019 at 1:35 PM

      Thank you very much! I try to make these thought provoking so I am glad that you enjoy it.

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  5. UnknownJanuary 11, 2019 at 8:15 AM

    Very very creative ian. Keep them coming

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 11, 2019 at 10:15 AM

      Thank you! I'll do my best to post at least every Wednesday!

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  6. Gramma CyddieJanuary 11, 2019 at 10:21 AM

    This is incredible. I look forward to following you.

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 11, 2019 at 10:30 AM

      Thank you! I have big things coming so stay tuned!

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2019 at 1:52 PM

    This entire tale is just riveting. it brings drama, love, comedy, danger, fear, action, adventure, and most important of all, Suspense. I was hanging on the edge of my seat, and couldn't wait to read the next line. The words flowed off the page into my minds eye, giving me a crystal clear picture of what it truly is to be a lawnmower. I feel the lawnmower's presence. I am the lawnmower. I must now go to be with the rest of my people. I must mow the grass that endlessly grows in the fields of Valhalla. Odin and his legions of warriors shall welcome me with open arms, because of my great deeds and acts during the battle of köttbullar. I shall rise through the ranks, eventually becoming Odin's right hand man, his general. I Shall teach his scores of battle hardened legionaries the way of the lawnmower. We shall use these devastating techniques to battle Surtr and Jormungandr., and eventually Fenrir. I shall ultimately fall due to a lack of gas to keep my blades spinning, but i shall die a glorious death. One worthy of a king.
    Goodbye now my friend, I shall see you in another life.

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 11, 2019 at 1:57 PM

      I am so glad you enjoy it! Don't stop chasing your dreams.

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  8. TavaJanuary 13, 2019 at 3:30 PM

    Wow. At first I thought this was a foolish joke that the kids call “memes”, however upon reading your description of the scribble I now see the deeper meaning that it represents. Thank you so much for sharing, I’ve bookmarked this page for later inspection and entertainment. We need more wonderful people like you on the internet.

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    1. Ian McBrideJanuary 13, 2019 at 3:38 PM

      Thank you! I hope to remain worthy of your bookmarks tab as I post more.

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