I’m finally on a 14-day winter break and just shipped a private pastel commission. I adjusted the composition to better unify the figures while ensuring the woman remained the dominant, strong focal point, in the spirit of Gustav Klimt. While I enjoy the quick results of AI, I find the "empty" trend-chasing of NFT culture tiresome and lacking fulfillment. I look forward to creating more traditional work soon.

I discuss my first couples commission and my Illustration/Storytelling class homework!

I talk about the release of Zebslop, my AI collaboration page, and discuss artificial intelligence/NFTs.

The past few weeks covered a full snapshot of my creative routine, including five essays on my weekday art process. I worked through graphite anatomy studies, AI image generation and prompt testing, and a freeform gel pen drawing session. All artwork is shown here, with deeper discussions and essays available to Patreon supporters, including exclusive content for Collectors.

I ponder marketability and supporting my art like a child.

I used to want to paint like famous artists in style, but now I want to share their mindset, passion, honesty, and philosophy. Their words guide my work now more than their images. I’ve built a small library of highlighted words from Pablo Picasso, Robert Henri, Henri Matisse, and Andrew Wyeth.

Mid month creation batch update!

Graphite and pen sketches!