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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Obviously the casting of Sadie Sink as Jean Grey seems inevitable when you know that the character’s revival was inspired by Farrah Fawcett.

Dave Cockrum, X-Men artist in the 1970s: So - I've always had a soft spot for green-eyed redheads. So I wanted her to look terrific and be terrific, and she kind of got cliched - became a cliche - unfortunately.
Because before Farrah Fawcett became big she was doing Wella-Balsam commercials and things like that and occasionally appearing in Cosmo and I thought she was terrific and so that's who Jean became.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Post a perfect album from the 90s that isn't Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, or Alice In Chains.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

I recently painted a series of 90s singers but haven’t posted them here. I have synesthesia which causes me to see colors when I hear sounds. The painting captures what I see when I hear Nirvana

Painting of Kurt Cobain. The artist Steve Cleff has synesthesia which causes him to see colors when he hears sounds. The painting captures what he sees when he hears Nirvana

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Pick a Bond from the photos you already have on your phone. . . . . Breaking the rules a bit to nominate @sxbond.bsky.social

Photo of legendary editor and creative Shelly Bond

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Anyone else excited for the return of Daredevil?

Painting of scenes from the TV show Daredevil showing the psychologically formative memories of Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 15/02/2026

Also: witnessed this in Glenside, PA tonight.

A random floss pick abandoned in the sidewalk

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Layne 12x16” watercolor and oil (2026)

Painting of singer Layne Staley. The painter, Steve Cleff, has synesthesia a condition that causes him to see color when he hears sounds. This painting shows what he sees when he hears Dam That River by Alice In Chains

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

“Kurt” 9x12” watercolor and oil (2025)

Painting of Kurt Cobain singing. The artist Steve Cleff has synesthesia and sees colors and shapes when he hears music. The background is abstract and represents the colors and shapes the artist sees when he listens to the Nirvana song “On a Plane”

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

If you see this, quote with your winter art ❄️

Painting of a woman walking in the snow holding a branch and a flower which exists only because she believes it does.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

Aphrodite Apotrophia (Averter of Unnatural Desires) watercolor and oil 2025 “She turns the heart of men away by lawless passion and unholy deeds” Pausanias From the upcoming Aphrodite Oracle Deck and history book of Aphrodite. What desires do you act on that keep you from being your best self?

Painting of Aphrodite Apotrophia she is raising her arms shielding herself from desire and emanating love

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

On the one hand you have an aggressive attack on Trans people, a frightening cataloging of people with autism, deporting citizens to jails without cause or due process, ripping away funding to treat children with cancer and diabetes and on the other hand…

Screen grab of a Fox News story on the Trump administration accomplishments which include declassifying the “JFK Files,” ending federal support for paper straws, ending production of the penny.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

"Sacred 13" (2025) Oil and watercolor on cradled panel 12" x 12" x 2" Model: Jenna Eve Smith Honored to be in the 13th Year Anniversary Exhibition for @archenemyarts.bsky.social Thx Lawren, Noah & Candace for creating place where the best art & artists can be seen in Philly.

Painting of a goddess surrounded by thirteen moons representing the ancient devotion to feminine deities

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Timelapse 1/3 of “Sacred 13” part of the @archenemyarts.bsky.social 13th Anniversary group show opening Friday 4/4 in Philly

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 30/12/2024

Congrats to @stephsmash.bsky.social for a killer year of 5 #1s on new books that were all amazing. Her writing of my favorite character inspired me to finally do some fan art. You won’t be disappointed if you read a story Stephanie wrote. Here’s to an even better 2025!

Painting of Phoenix from Marvel comics. Inspired by the news of a new Phoenix comic by Stephanie Phillips

Painting of the new version of Phoenix in the comic series written by Stephanie Phillips

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

I’m late but: great job and thx! My kids didn’t grow up with a Superman. When they were little, they saw toys like this one and thought he was a “bad guy.” They’re a little older now, but they clapped at the end of your trailer. Thx to you and the crew.

A Superman Lego mini figure with an angry expression and glowing red eyes.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

Unseen II 2024 watercolor 10x8”

Painting of a women whose hands are transparent to indicate she is “unseen” in society. Her expression shows confidence, she is undeterred.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

Unseen III 2024 watercolor 10x8”. On sale tonight in Philly at Brownie’s upstairs for the $100 or less Art Bonanza.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

This Friday in Philly. If you can make it, come on out! I and some amazing artists will have prints at and at least one original at $100 or less. My prints will be $15 just for this event.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Showing off blue art 💙 quote yours

Painting of a woman cutting strings that represent external expectations

Painting of a woman holding her semi transparent hand in front of her face, she feels unseen

Painting of a woman holding her hands in front of her face, fingers spread, to represent possibility

Painting of a woman holding a Magic 8 Ball that shows “Without a Doubt”

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

“Lift” 2017 watercolor 16x20”

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Post your most popular art from Twitter This #jeangrey fan art was very popular a month ago. Different world then.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

One thing I’ll miss about Twitter is the cool people I met when I tweeted this fan art of the new Phoenix. Hope to find some of you here. #phoenix #jeangrey #xmen #x-men #marvel #marvelcomics #stephaniephillips

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 23/05/2024

Did a Furiosa for fun on my birthday.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 09/04/2024

Happy #PortfolioDay I’m a fine artist who has done some comic work and is always open to do more. Here are a couple of comic pieces I did for fun and a couple of my fine art pieces. #comicart #comicbookart #JeanGrey #Phoenix #Death #Sandman

Painting of Death from the Sandman comics by Neil Gaiman

Painting of a woman lowering a gag with the word “Smile” written on it

Painting of a woman freeing herself from metaphorical constraints of society’s perception of her worth

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 08/04/2024

“Palingenesis” (2024) Watercolor 24x36” On exhibition at Arch Enemy Arts in Philadelphia For inquires please contact info@archenemyarts.com

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 26/03/2024

“Smile” (2019) Watercolor 16x20”

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 28/12/2023

See? 2019 watercolor 16x20” Model: Jade Patton

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 22/11/2023

Dynato 2023 watercolor 10x10” Contact for inquiries

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 04/11/2023

Aftoarmonia (2023) Watercolor 10x10” “Self harmony.” The bird is a Wood Thrush which has two voice boxes and can sing two notes at once to harmonize with itself. Currently on exhibition as part of the Small Wonders show at Arch Enemy Arts. 65 artists, 170 pieces, all under $300.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 03/11/2023

“Dynato” 10x10” Watercolor 2023. Part of the Small Wonders show at Arch Enemy Arts in Philly. Group show, 65 artists, all work under $300

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 02/11/2023

“Aftoarmonia” 10x10” watercolor 2023. Available tomorrow Nov 3 at Arch Enemy Arts in Philly. Group show opening 5-9pm. Amazing lineup, all works are $300 or less!

A painting of a woman holding a Wood Thrush bird

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 15/09/2023

I can see it in your work. Also, that’s a great book

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 15/08/2023

It’s amazing. It happened so fast they must be looking for it.

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Steve Cleff @stevecleff.bsky.social · 02/08/2023

Agree. I look at it (or part of it) every day.

A comic spinner rack with Walt Simonson’s first issue of Thor, John Byrne’s first issue of Fantastic Four, the first issue of Frank Miller and Chris Claremont’s Wolverine mini swirlies, and the first issue of Secret Wars from 1986.

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