Brookes Eagleston shows how spending a week doing concentrated studies and focusing on creating a sort of "retreat" to go and study art can be extremely beneficial. As we see, thanks to Brookes's routine structure and making sure keeping distractions at bay (such as doing meal prep early, no social media in the mornings, having designated art assignments and periods), Brookes was able to make significant progress not just in improving aspects of his work, but also creating a "positive feedback loop" of getting excited to make art and giving himself time to rest and reflect rather than churning and burning out himself. So I thought why not do the same for me and my art?
Analysis: What makes the Halo’s Master Chief so Special? Exploring John-117’s Vulnerability, Legend, and Humanity
The focus on the Chief that has remained consistent (whether intentionally or not) on his humanity and doing what's right, even in morally ambiguous situations, and even when the world tried to turn him into a killing machine the games display how he has retained his humanity. To understand what makes the chief who he is now, let's start from the beginning.
Analysis: Mass Effect and The Psychology of the โI Remember Meโ Sidequest
TW: Suicide, Trauma, Torture A deep drive into the real-life psychological elements behind saving a person from suicide through communication in this Mass Effect quest "I Remember Me"
Underrated Stories that have inspired Lilian: Spacefaring and Sorcery
One of the things that I often keep saying about developing "Lilian: Spacefarers and Sorcery" is that I wanted to have it be more of what I felt was lacking or not enough of in Sci-fi and fantasy. Sometimes (but not always) I get the feeling that some franchise are focusing less on telling stories... Continue Reading →
Lilian Spacefarers and Sorcery – a reflection One Month Later and into the Future
So It's been a month since I published my comic, Spacefarers and Sorcery: Lilian, and it's quite a been journey and one with a lot of reflection and a lot to think about moving forward. I feel tired, but I also feel proud. Working on this comic project and creating my unique universe have been... Continue Reading →
3 Important things The Legend of Korra teaches about Growth, Relationships, and Trauma
Korra's journey is filled with a lot of important lessons I think we can learn from - such as how to be a more compassionate person, how to navigate relationships that don't work out, as well as how we can all overcome inner demons.
Happy New Year Everyone and New Cassandra Speedpaint!
Hey Gang, Hope you are all having a great new year. I'm kicking this year off with a speed painting of my favorite dragon age character, Cassandra. Share your New Years goals on Twitter or in the comments below! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN2NRCJyLk8&t=45s
(Vlog) Transforming Envy into Inspiration
Someone got noticed by your hero (which could be a YouTuber, inspiration, a best friend) and you didn't. Someone rolled pretty epically in a DND game while you may have a night of not-so-good rolls. Someone has your dream job - or any job- while you don't. Someone elseโs family vacation is going better than... Continue Reading →
Codex: Sentient People of the Empire and Beyond
Some of the most common Sentient Species in the Empire and Beyond
Posts that will help you recover from Art Burnout, Envy, and Low-Self Esteem
Burnout, Envy, Low-Self Esteem are the some of the roughest things any artist can go through. You might be experiencing feelings that of inadequacy in some area (like speed or quality or engagement) and questioning if you should quit. Outside factors can also contribute to these feelings coming up as well. But you can still... Continue Reading →