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01 Jan 0001

A lone figure, bundled in a thick, woolen scarf the color of faded brick and a long, charcoal-grey coat dusted with snow, walks along a winding, snow-packed road. A large, bright, full moon dominates the deep indigo sky, casting long, ethereal shadows across the snow-covered mountains in the background, their peaks frosted with silver. The town’s lights glow warmly in the distance, a soft, inviting orange against the cold blue of the night. Delicate snowflakes fall, catching the moonlight like tiny diamonds. The road is rutted and uneven, showing hints of frozen earth beneath the snow. Watercolor illustration, soft blending, cool blues and warm oranges create a sense of cold beauty and distant comfort.

01 Jan 0001

Watercolor illustration of the Pomegranate King…

Once upon a time, there was a King called the Pomegranate King, and a Queen called the Pomegranate Flower. The Queen passed away, leaving behind two little children: a girl about four or five years old, and a boy who was three. The King was very sad when she died because he loved her very much. He loved his two children a lot too! He got them two helpers: a cook to make their food, and a nanny to look after them. He also made sure they learned to read and write. Soon after his wife’s passing, the daughter of another King lost her husband. She said she would marry another King if he wanted to marry her, and she really wanted to marry the Pomegranate King! So, her father went to visit the Pomegranate King and told him that his daughter wanted to marry him. “Oh,” said the Pomegranate King, “I don’t want to get married again. If I do, the woman I marry might not be nice to my two children. She won’t take good care of them. She won’t hug them and make them feel better when they’re sad.” “Oh, but my daughter will be very good to them, I promise you,” said the other King. “Okay,” said the Pomegranate King, “I will marry her.” And so, they got married.

01 Jan 0001

The Potato, the Egg, and the Coffee Beans

Once upon a time, there was a boy named John. John was very sad. His dad found him crying.

His dad asked John why he was sad. John said he had lots of problems.

His dad smiled and asked John to bring a potato, an egg, and some coffee beans. He put them in three separate bowls.

Watercolor painting of a father and son, John. The father, with warm brown hair and wearing a light blue shirt, is slightly larger than John, who has dark brown hair and a red shirt. Both have kind, expressive faces. They are seated at a simple wooden table. Three bowls are on the table, one containing a soft, light-brown potato, one a slightly larger white egg, and a smaller bowl of dark brown coffee beans. The bowls are partially filled with clear water. The background is a soft, muted yellow watercolor wash, suggesting a warm, comforting kitchen. The style should be gentle and illustrative, focusing on the emotional connection between the father and son. The color palette should be warm and inviting, with earthy tones and subtle blues and yellows.

01 Jan 0001

The Power of Unity

Once upon a time, there was a farmer who had five sons. But his sons always fought with each other! They weren’t very good at getting along.

Watercolor painting of a heartwarming family scene. Five similar-sized, slightly chubby sons, all wearing simple brown shirts and pants, are clustered around their elderly father, who is holding a large bundle of thin, light brown sticks. The father is depicted with soft, warm colors and kind eyes. The sons’ faces show a mixture of surprise and understanding. The background should be a soft, muted palette of greens and yellows suggesting a peaceful farm setting. Focus on depicting the unity of the family; the sticks should be clearly visible and tied together tightly. Use a loose, expressive watercolor style with visible brushstrokes to add to the rustic feel.

01 Jan 0001

The Prince and the Fakir

Watercolor illustration of a weary, defeated King lying face down at a dusty crossroads at twilight. Four paths, overgrown with weeds, stretch in different directions. Long, dramatic shadows from the setting sun emphasize his prone form. People with uncaring expressions walk over him, their feet kicking up dust motes illuminated by the golden light. A wise man with a long, flowing grey beard and deep wrinkles etched with sorrow stands beside him, looking down with profound concern, his hand resting gently on his gnarled wooden staff. The King’s tarnished gold crown has fallen askew, nestled in the dirt. The color palette is muted browns, oranges, and greys, creating a somber, melancholic tone. Texture of rough cobblestones and worn leather sandals are evident. Soft watercolor blending allows light to filter through wisps of clouds.

01 Jan 0001

THE PRINCESS WHO LOVED HER FATHER LIKE SALT.

Once upon a time, in a faraway land, lived a king with seven daughters. One sunny day, he called them all together and asked, “My dear daughters, how much do you love me?” The six oldest answered, “Father, we love you as much as candy and yummy treats!” But the seventh and youngest daughter smiled and said, “Father, I love you as much as salt!”

Watercolor illustration: A king with a long, braided, silver beard sits heavily on a carved oak throne, bathed in the harsh morning light streaming through a stained-glass window depicting a dragon. He glares angrily, his face lined with worry, at his seventh, youngest daughter, who stands before him in a simple, pale blue dress. Her six older sisters stand behind her, dressed in richly colored velvet gowns, their smiles tight and knowing. She is smiling serenely, her eyes sparkling with an inner light, despite the tense atmosphere. A worn, red carpet covers the stone floor, and dust motes dance in the sunbeams. The emotional tone is tense and foreboding. Artistic style: Loose watercolor with soft blending and visible brushstrokes.

01 Jan 0001

The Proud Deer

Once upon a time, in a thick forest, lived a deer. This deer was very proud. One day, he was drinking water from a pond. As he drank, he saw his reflection. He was so happy looking at his beautiful antlers, but he felt very sad seeing his thin legs. He even started complaining to God about them!

Watercolor painting of a proud deer with large, intricately detailed antlers and slender legs. The deer is drinking from a tranquil pond, its reflection showing only its head and antlers. The background is a lush, dark green forest. The deer is a light brown, with consistent coloring throughout the painting. Use muted greens and browns for the forest. The pond should reflect a soft, muted light. In the upper right corner, add a small, subtle depiction of God listening to the deer’s complaint in the form of faint, almost ethereal light and a single ear.

01 Jan 0001

The Proud Elephant and the Tiny Ants

A long, long time ago, in a big forest, lived a very proud elephant. He was so big and strong that he often bullied the smaller animals. All the little animals were scared of him.

Watercolor illustration depicting a scene with a proud, grey elephant (consistent color and size throughout) splashing water onto an anthill. Several tiny, brown ants (consistent color and size) are shown looking distressed and huddled together near their damaged anthill. The background should be a vibrant green forest, with soft watercolor washes creating depth. Focus on the emotional contrast between the elephant’s aggressive posture and the ants’ vulnerability. Use a detailed style to showcase the intricate nature of the anthill and the ants’ expressions, but keep the elephant’s features simplified and bold to highlight its size.

01 Jan 0001

The Proud Rose

Watercolor painting of a proud, vibrant pink rose bush with large, detailed petals next to a tall, green prickly pear cactus in a desert landscape. The rose is wilting slightly, showing some brown edges on its petals. A small, brown bird is perched on the cactus, drinking water. The style should be whimsical and slightly naive, using soft, blended watercolor washes. The rose and cactus should maintain consistent color, shape and size throughout the painting, reflecting their character in the story.

01 Jan 0001

The Roadblock

A long, long time ago, a king secretly placed a huge rock in the middle of a road. He hid nearby in a big bush, wanting to see who would move it.

Watercolor painting of a whimsical scene. A large, grey boulder sits in the middle of a vibrant, yellow dirt road. A small, round king (wearing a bright blue robe and crown, consistently sized and shaped throughout the piece), hides behind a lush, green bush. Several figures pass by the rock: two larger, more formally dressed figures (ministers or merchants, wearing muted browns and purples, consistent size and shape) grumbling, while several smaller, more simply dressed figures (villagers) walk around the rock. A farmer (wearing simple, earthy greens and browns, consistent size and shape), slightly larger than the villagers, is depicted in the foreground straining to push the rock with determined expression. A small golden purse, overflowing with coins, lies near the rock where it once sat. The style should be loose and expressive, emphasizing the vibrant colors and storytelling.

01 Jan 0001

The School Among the Pines

A watercolor illustration of a strong, graceful leopard drinking from a clear mountain stream at golden hour. Warm sunlight dappling on its fur creates highlights, contrasting with the cool shadows beneath its belly. Lush emerald green grass surrounds the stream, its blades individually rendered with delicate washes. Rocky mountain peaks, tinged with violet hues from the setting sun, are visible in the background. The water reflects the sky with shimmering blues and oranges. The overall tone is peaceful and majestic, emphasizing the harmony of nature.

01 Jan 0001

The Scorpion and the Saint

Watercolor painting of a compassionate saint, depicted with gentle, flowing robes in warm ochre and brown, repeatedly rescuing a small, detailed scorpion (dark brown/black with a subtle, iridescent sheen) from a rushing stream rendered in cool blues and greens. The saint’s expression remains serene throughout multiple repetitions of the rescue. In the background, a small figure of a doctor (wearing a lighter blue and white outfit) observes the scene with a surprised expression, holding a stick. The style should be reminiscent of traditional Indian miniature paintings, emphasizing the narrative and moral lesson. The overall palette should be soft and harmonious.

01 Jan 0001

The Shepherd Boy and the Wolf

Watercolor illustration depicting the shepherd boy, consistently colored with brown hair and a blue tunic, in three different scenes: 1) happily shouting ‘Wolf!’ while villagers rush up the hill. 2) villagers angrily scolding him after discovering no wolf. 3) the boy crying amidst his dead sheep with villagers looking on sadly, a grey wolf visible in the distance. The three scenes should be subtly blended together in a single image using a soft, painterly style, emphasizing the progression of events.

01 Jan 0001

The Silly Donkey

The donkey standing alone, looking down at its feet with a sheepish expression, surrounded by empty cotton bags and the river in the background

Once upon a time, a salt seller took his donkey to the market every day. The donkey carried big bags of salt.

To get to the market, they had to cross a river. One day, the donkey fell into the river! Splash! The salt bags fell in too. The salt dissolved in the water, making the bags much lighter.

01 Jan 0001

The Silly Strong Turtle

Once upon a time, there was a strong turtle who lived in a pond. He had a very strong shell that protected him from danger. Many times, his shell saved his life!

Watercolor illustration of a story about a turtle. The turtle should be a consistent medium size and dark green throughout the painting with a textured, light brown shell. Scene 1: The turtle in the pond, unaffected by a large, dark brown buffalo stepping near. Scene 2: The turtle, small and vulnerable without his shell, being stepped on by a group of light brown deer, showcasing his pain through expressive eyes and body language. Scene 3: The turtle, safely back in his shell in the pond, displaying relief. The background should be a soft wash of blues and greens, keeping the pond consistent. Focus on contrasting the turtle’s vulnerability without his shell.

01 Jan 0001

The Singing Donkey

Once upon a time, in a nearby forest, a hungry donkey was sadly crying. He was sad because his owner hadn’t fed him properly after a long day’s work.

Watercolor painting of a sad, brown donkey with large, expressive eyes crying near a dark, shadowy forest. A sly, orange jackal with pointed ears looks on with a cunning expression. The donkey is slightly larger than the jackal, both maintain consistent size and shape throughout the scene. Both animals are painted with a consistent style, emphasizing texture and emotion through brush strokes. The background is a muted green with hints of blue, reflecting a late evening atmosphere.

01 Jan 0001

The Son of Seven Queens

Watercolor illustration of a kind, elderly man with a long, flowing white beard, presenting himself to a sad, crowned King in a grand throne room. The King, seated on a gold-leaf throne, is surrounded by seven beautiful Queens, all looking melancholic. Soft, dappled sunlight streams through stained-glass windows, casting long shadows on the polished marble floor. The man’s beard has individual strands visible, and his clothes are slightly worn, adding to his humbleness. The King’s crown glints, but his face is etched with worry lines. The Queens are dressed in rich velvet gowns in muted jewel tones, their faces pale and tear-streaked. The overall color palette is warm and inviting, but subtly tinged with sadness. Texture: The throne’s velvet cushion is slightly worn, and the marble floor reflects the light unevenly. Artistic style: loose watercolor with soft blending and a focus on capturing the natural flow of the paint.

01 Jan 0001

The Soothsayer's Son

Once upon a time, there was a fortune teller who was about to pass away. He wrote down a special prediction for his second son, named Gangazara. He gave it to Gangazara as his only gift, leaving everything else to his older brother.

A dying fortune teller, frail and pale with papery skin and sunken eyes, hand trembling as it outstretched, offering a rolled-up scroll (the prediction, bound with worn leather) to his younger son, Gangazara. The scroll is stained with age. They are in a simple, dimly lit room illuminated by a single flickering oil lamp casting long, dancing shadows. The room has a dirt floor, a rough wooden table, and cracked plaster walls. Watercolor style with soft, muted colors of sepia, ochre, and charcoal grey, conveying a sense of impending doom and faded grandeur. Emphasize texture on the fortune teller’s wrinkled face and the aged scroll.

01 Jan 0001

The Sparrow, the Mouse, and the Hunter

Once upon a time, a flock of sparrows was flying around looking for food. They spotted a field full of yummy grains!

They all flew down and ate their fill. But oh no! As they tried to fly away, they realized they were stuck! Their feet were tangled in a net a hunter had set.

Watercolor painting of a heartwarming scene: A flock of brown sparrows, consistently sized and shaped with slightly darker brown accents on their wings, are tangled in a fine, beige net in a sunlit field of golden wheat. A tiny grey mouse, with large black eyes, is diligently chewing at the net’s edge to free the sparrows. In the background, a blurry figure of a hunter is visible, suggesting urgency. The style should be whimsical and slightly cartoonish, emphasizing the collaborative spirit of the scene. Focus on warm, inviting watercolor washes.

01 Jan 0001

THE STORY OF FOOLISH SACHÚLÍ.

Once upon a time, there was a poor old woman named Hungni, and she had a son named Sachuli who was a little bit silly. She had to ask people for food every day to live.

Watercolor illustration. A poor, wrinkled old woman (Hungni) with weathered hands and a faded shawl sits beside a dusty ochre road under the harsh midday sun, begging with an empty chipped clay bowl. Dust motes dance in the sunbeams. Her son, Sachuli, a young man with unkempt hair and patched clothes, stands beside her, scratching his head with a confused expression and downcast eyes. Long, stark shadows stretch behind them. A single, small grey rock lies at his feet, catching the sunlight. The color palette is muted browns, grays, and yellows, creating a sense of poverty and hardship. Consistent watercolor style with soft blending and natural flow.

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