Recent Absence + Apology WIP's
Added 2022-05-01 01:27:05 +0000 UTCI just wanted to give you guys a (belated) update addressing what's probably been a noticeable absence both online and here on Patreon in general.
I don't really have a big or even particularly valid excuse or anything. Just that lately I've been dealing with typical personal issues in my real life, coupled with scheduling problems in finding time for art in between full-time work, and your garden-variety anxiety means I've been struggling to produce content, and when I do, struggling to upload and interact with people on it.
So I just want to say to those of you reading this thank you so much for sticking with me, your support is invaluable. I'm intending to get back to a regular posting schedule now, kicking off the month with a new art poll for May next week.
In the meantime, please accept a bunch of WIP's I've been working on offline, at what are some probably noticeable various stages of completion 🙏
I also don't know whether it's noticeable for people or not, but lately I haven't been uploading much lineart alongside finished pieces—largely because I don't have any to upload. Recently I've been feeling boxed in by my technical abilities and so I've been trying to put more effort into upping my render game. For the last few months I've been practicing painting onto a single layer on top of a loose sketch, and whilst I think it produces some interesting results, imo I think it's such a massive departure from my more regular style that I'd like to dial it back a bit and find a nice in between.
Studying is hard (but fun!)
~ ortamaw
Comments
I'm afraid if I have creative anxiety it's of a selfish sort. While i DO wanna make stuff that makes people happy, before them; I just wanna make something that makes ME happy and proud. A tough mission considering how hard and critical I am of myself and that usually leads to me not making anything at all x_x Back to you though, I wouldn't write off your reasons as "not valid." ALL of your reasons and feelings are always valid, and worth considering. You're legit inspiring to me and I know I'm not alone in this. You're doing just fine as both an artist and a person. You don't NEED to interact with everyone or even post everyday. Make sure to look after your mind and spirit and just take one art project at a time. Post when and if you can. Those who support you are doing so for a reason. They believe in you and so do I. You've got this.
2022-05-02 01:36:37 +0000 UTCty Sweez! I don't suppose you ever experience creative anxiety yourself do you?
2022-05-02 01:18:42 +0000 UTCsuch incredible work as always maw, super inspiring. I hope things get better in your personal life, take all the time you need.
2022-05-01 14:39:38 +0000 UTCThank you for sticking for with me 😭
2022-05-01 12:29:58 +0000 UTCLove these! Thanks for the update! Glad to hear you're back! Cheers!
2022-05-01 03:22:46 +0000 UTCI was worried about you with the lack of communication. I'm glad you're doing ok and these new images are all beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing them! Stay safe, stay healthy, and stay amazing! <3
Ivrione Moonshadow
2022-05-01 03:14:32 +0000 UTC
