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If you haven’t come across Sophie Lucido Johnson’s illustrations, you’re in for a treat. Sophie has a way of taking everyday moments and turning them into something magical, often with playful animals, vibrant nature scenes, and thoughtful little details. Her art feels like a peek into a journal that’s equal parts creative, honest, and joyful.

Sophie’s work celebrates the simple, beautiful things around us—things we sometimes overlook. Her drawings remind us to slow down, appreciate nature, and find wonder in the small stuff. Whether it’s a friendly fox, a blooming flower, or just a moment of quiet reflection, her illustrations are like a deep breath for the soul.

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Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson encouraging silliness and appreciating simple moments.

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Bored Panda got in touch with Sophie to learn more about her creative process and inspirations. When asked how she picks topics for her illustrations, the artist mentioned a few general ideas she circles around a lot:

"• You are doing a good enough job (I have a Substack to that effect.)

• Your kinship ground is important, and you get to build it however you want.

• Embrace the seasons; they have a lot of wisdom.

• Most of life is not an emergency.

• It is deeply, utterly, seriously important to be QUITE silly." 

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    When asked about daily habits that keep her inspired, Sophie shared that she enjoys taking long walks by herself. "Sometimes I listen to music and sometimes I don't, but I generally ask myself, 'What is something that the self I was last week really needed to hear?' I try to think of the pep talk I would have benefited from.

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    Then, too: I journal every morning before anyone wakes up, and I try to come up with five things to do for that day. I think that a person can really do only five things every day, and we are often deterred by this false narrative that we can do more than that. If you finish the five things, then congratulations! You get to have a cup of tea and look out the window."

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson depict cats and a comforting scene, inspiring slowing down and enjoying simple moments.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson about slowing down and appreciating simple moments in life.

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    Animals often feature prominently in Sophie’s illustrations, so we asked her what draws her to them as subjects.

    "For one thing, humans are animals, and I think most of the world's ills stem from our collective tendency to forget that. Animals live moment-to-moment; they take what they need to survive; they seek pleasure and safety; they exist as members of their species and don't try to get famous. (I don't think. There are some penguins who seem to really ham it up in front of a camera.) Animals are sometimes violent, even within their species — but they don't t*****e and mass m****r each other; they don't wage whole decades-long wars because they believe they're right about something. Good job, animals!"

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    Illustration of people enjoying nature by watching a bird in a tree, promoting slowing down and enjoying simple pleasures.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson of a person and child walking among sunflowers, promoting slowing down and enjoying life.

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    "I generally hope there's a person out there who RIGHT NOW needs to hear whatever it was I needed to hear last week. I hope that we can all learn to be more gentle with each other; to remember that we belong to each other. To laugh sometimes, because life is ultimately short, and you only get one."

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson of ducks in nature, depicting the journey of slowing down and enjoying simple moments.

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    Woman sings to plants, promoting slowing down and enjoying simple stuff, by Sophie Lucido Johnson.

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    Illustration of a person offering an orange slice to a bird, inspiring enjoyment of simple moments.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson depicting themes of community, self-care, and appreciating simple moments.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson showing humorous and whimsical animal facts, inspiring a slower, simpler life.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson encouraging reflection on language and communication through simple moments.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson showing charming, everyday moments like watching whales and identifying plants.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson show embracing simple joys like resting, hugging, and appreciating nature.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson inspire slowing down and enjoying simple moments with animals and thoughtful messages.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson inspire slowing down and enjoying simple moments in life.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson depicting relaxing activities like reading, painting, and nature walks.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson encouraging slowing down, featuring animals and people amidst busy end-of-year activities.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson showing a serene figure in nature, inspiring mindfulness and enjoying simple moments.

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    Illustration of a pie chart promoting slowing down and enjoying simple pleasures like eating, reflecting, and hugging trees.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson of a balanced plate with broccoli, grains, people singing, and maple syrup.

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    Illustrations by Sophie Lucido Johnson encouraging a slower lifestyle through daily routines of various animals.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson depicting diverse woodland animals enjoying nature together.

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    2 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Umm... The "Nuclear Family Model" has EVOLVED.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson featuring playful interactions with pigeons, inspiring slowing down and enjoying simple moments.

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    Illustration by Sophie Lucido Johnson inspiring slowing down and enjoying simple moments with cozy winter conversations.

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