Size: 12x18in

Medium: Acrylic and Gold enamel on Canvas

Date: July 2026

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At approximately 0300 ship time, a carnival was detected occupying interstellar vacuum between two dwarf galaxies… we are making a special exception for this pitstop, Jermey needed a snack anyway.

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It turns out… there was no carnival.

just an empty tent. Except this? …

People came near and far to see this thing apparently, which was news to us. I guess me and my crew don’t get out much.

some say… if you stare long enough… you’ll be granted a 3 fishes.

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Children wave back.

Adults usually do not…

Both are advised to watch their footing.

But Contrary to countless exaggerated stories, the Tickle Master cannot touch anyone who remains standing. Distance is irrelevant. Walls provide no protection. Locked doors offer no security. Yet the oldest rule of the Carnival has remained unchanged for longer than recorded history…

DO NOT FALL

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the moment your hand reaches toward the ground to catch yourself…

they are already there.

No witness has ever described the contact itself.

Only the laughter…

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