I'm an independent illustrator and artist. Here is the archive of my Weekly (it's Biweekly now, but I kept the name) Wednesday Newsletters starting in September 2022
WWN: my experience at realm makers
Bi-Weekly Wednesday Newsletter no. 154[GREETING GOES HERE] I went to St. Louis last week for Realm Makers (a Christian Sci-Fi/Fantasy conference for authors) and had a really great time! What's Going OnDay 1: WednesdayWhen I landed it was pretty humid. I didn't know St. Louis was known for having a lot of homocides. The Uber driver decided not go the recommended Google Maps route because he said there were a lot of drive by shootings (yikers) I got in late so I missed registration, but I checked in to hotel and then went to a social mixer thingy. Then I finally met Jenneth! For the past like 3 years we worked together on projects, but this is the first time we actually met in person. She was the one that recommended I come out Then she was so kind to invite me to hang with her squad! We played minigolf the first day lol Ngl I was starving and tired since I didn't eat anything the whole day Day 2: ThursdayI wasn't able to sleep at all the first night, and I got frustrated when the sun rose and decided to walk to the Arch (it was like a mile from the conference) Didn't do too much the rest of the day (I took a few short naps to catch up on sleep). There were a few sessions during the day that I attended, but since this conference isn't directed towards me, I just took what I could. During the night time there was an awards banquet where Jenneth won the Best Book Cover Design award! Day 3: FridayFriday was when the all the booths opened! I basically spent all day talking to people at booths. I was actually so surprised how many people I knew here. Like I didn't know who was coming beforehand, but I met at least 10 people that I've worked with or interacted with in the past, which kind of bonkonista! Unrelated to the pictures, but someone thought I was a teenager My favorite business card. Laura individually created a water color design for each business card Day 4: SaturdayIn the morning I went to a ropes course with the squad and it was terrifying I left late afternoon. Andrew, the guy I roomed with, drove me to the airport. I sat next to some gross people on the flight, but at least I had a window seat and played sudoku the whole time I like the west coast more What I've been thinking aboutAfter going to this conference, I feel a very great sense of gratitude. God put me in this very "lucky" position where I can go to this convention that aligns with my values, skillset and existing connections. He allowed me to connect with the people I've gotten work in the past, and let me make more friends this week too (hi!) Going made me feel very hopeful and excited for the future, but also makes me a bit scared too that I might let people down. But I guess we'll see where things go I guess. I'll just try to enjoy the ride Thank you!I went to Mammoth Lakes over the July 4th weekend with some friends! Got to go backpacking too Our July 4th feast Next Newsletter on July 22nd! |
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I'm an independent illustrator and artist. Here is the archive of my Weekly (it's Biweekly now, but I kept the name) Wednesday Newsletters starting in September 2022
Bi-Weekly Wednesday Newsletter no. 153 [GREETING GOES HERE] When this newsletter comes out, I'll be in Missouri at Realm Makers, a Christian Sci-fi/Fantasy Author convention, and I'm passing out these business cards I made. I'll let you know how it goes! What's Going On Guys look, Brandon sent me a few copies of the book and they turned out so good LOL (surprisingly better than I expected), and the book itself is great Food Drawings I needed to fill some gaps in my portfolio, so I drew a...
Bi-Weekly Wednesday Newsletter no. 152 [GREETING GOES HERE] Went camping this weekend at a river! We flipped over our canoe lololl What's Going On Random Drawings I learned how to draw teeth I drew some eyes from imagination Figure Drawing I finished my figure drawing class a few weeks back. I have to say that I quite enjoyed it! It was nice to intentionally grow my skills again...I think that was missing for me. this is my fav Not too familiar with charcoal shading, but it was nice getting...
Bi-Weekly Wednesday Newsletter no. 151 [GREETING GOES HERE] What's Going On Short Story Comic I tried to step out of my comfort zone with this comic. Both by making it as concise as possible, but also by using a tone and setting I'm not used to. It's a growing experience. Er...fair warning that it's kind of violent lol I'm really excited about what I'm working on next (i.e. right now). But it'll be quite a bit before it's done lol Random Drawings Drew these for my church: What I've been...