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Israphaellia's Journey: My Old Fantasy Webcomic

Hello! It has come to my attention that I'd forgotten to share a completed comic of mine. It is probably my biggest project to date (based on time poured into it) and it really helped me improve my art.

Synopsis: A teenager lives in the forest with her two cousins, who avoid talking about their past. Can she piece together the clues to figure out what led her here?

Featuring....

Vast improvements in art:

Everyone's favourite vampire boy:

Israphaellia's bat obsession:

Cool magic:

I started this comic when I was about 14 years old and finished when I was about 20. It was a lot of fun! I hope you enjoy it if you decide to read it.

You can read it on Comic Fury, Webtoons, (or if you really want the authentic experience of a child reading it to you, you can watch it on my YouTube channel).

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I kind of like the vibes of this panel, even though I got a smudge on the page while I was doing the watercolour :(

Israphaellia's morning stretch!

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Update on Taylaron's Story

As you may know, Taylaron's Story (my vampire fantasy novel) was written last NaNoWriMo and I am in the process of editing it.

Well I just wanted to say that I am very close to finishing! I've edited up to chapter 18 out of 20 chapters total!

Hopefully soon I will have a completed novel!

I've already uploaded a few chapters online (links are in my pinned post), but hopefully now that the edit is almost finished, I can focus on uploading the rest!

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Mirror Pond.

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Barra da Tijuca, RJ, Brasil

Watercolour and pencils on paper

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Chapter 3 of Taylaron's Story is UP!

Genre: Fantasy

Themes: Vampires, Foraging/Nature, Magic

In the past two chapters, we've followed our vampire boy Taylaron as he bought blood, made new friends, and learned to forage for medicine!

This time, we follow him as he learns a weird detail about his new friend's strange illness...

🌿Read it here:🌿

Royal Road (link)

Scribble Hub (link)

Quotev (link)

You can also listen to it as an audiobook!

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Writing is honestly so fun. You barely need any materials (just a device with a keyboard or a pen and paper will do) and when you sit down to write you can literally just create anything you want.

You can make up a character and then simply put them in whatever situation you want. Do you want them to travel space? You can. Merely relax under a tree and contemplate life? No one can stop you.

Maybe, there's a book that you want to read, but you can't find anyone who's written this story, or hadn't written it the way you like. Well, you can just write it yourself!

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Enjoy art for … for a better day

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This is my result! I think it makes sense, but whether I'm intuitive or methodological depends on the story I think. I do like having a general idea of where the plot is going and an outline at least a few chapters ahead, so plotter sounds right!

@defeatistwriter i took the test! :)

explanation about the types below! tagging anyone who wants to do it :)

This was fun because although I enjoy thinking about writing and creative process in general, I also find hard to define my own process? I move in different ways, depending on how my brain is at the moment I'm writing and what part of the story I'm at, idk. Hopefully I'm not the only one who is ''inconsistent'' with my own ''methods'' (if I have any, tbh).

''Methodological Plotters: These authors meticulously outline their stories, weaving intricate plots with careful detail and precision. Each twist and turn is carefully planned, leading to a satisfying and well-structured narrative. They excel in world-building and character development, crafting immersive experiences that captivate readers with their thoroughness and coherence.

Methodological Pantsers: Operating with a loose framework, these authors embark on their writing journeys with a general idea but allow their stories to evolve organically. They embrace spontaneity, often surprising even themselves with the directions their narratives take. Despite the lack of detailed planning, their stories remain compelling, driven by the sheer force of creativity and imagination.

Intuitive Plotters: With a deep understanding of story structure, these authors craft their narratives with a keen sense of purpose and direction. While they may not adhere strictly to outlines, their stories are intricately plotted with layers of meaning and symbolism. Each element serves a purpose, contributing to the overall coherence and resonance of the work.

Intuitive Pantsers: These authors trust in their instincts, diving into their writing with little premeditation. They rely on intuition and spontaneity, allowing the story to unfold naturally as they explore characters and themes. While their process may seem chaotic, their narratives possess a raw energy and authenticity that draw readers in. They are unafraid to take risks, often producing works that are bold, original, and deeply personal.''

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月の砂漠で (colored)

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Great wave

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I feel like I've improved a lot at writing recently. Writing comes more easily to me, and I feel like the flow of my writing reads much better now. I can more easily create effects that I want with my writing.

It's possible that I'd only improved in my eyes by adapting my writing to my own preferences, but that's what's creating my dilemma.

I wanted to help others by sharing what I did to improve, but realised that this is harder than it sounds. I feel like I could give either very general advice (practice writing more!) or advice that's way too specific, possibly only applicable to me.

Everyone has their own writing style, and I don't feel like it's my place to tell others what writing rules to follow. Sure, I've taken on some writing advice, but I've also ignored plenty!

So, I guess this is the only advice I can give:

Look at sources that explain the effects certain pieces of advice are meant to give your writing. I loved reading blogs that explained reasoning for their advice, because I felt like I could choose my own rules to mold my writing to what I want it to be. I see them less like "rules" and more like "tools" to create what you want to create.

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AHHHH CRUNCH TIME !

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The Keeper 🪐

Melt (1/?)

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I feel like I go through inspiration in waves. For weeks, I might struggle to get a single sentence out, unable to even edit existing work.

Then suddenly, all I want to do is write, somehow typing out a thousand clean words an hour.

I've found that it's better to ride those waves instead of trying to force them. Maybe, while I'm struggling to write, something else will come easier - maybe it's art, maybe gardening.

What helps is not feeling like I've abandoned a project just because I hadn't worked on it in weeks. It helps to look at what I've already done sometimes, and if there's no inspiration, put it away without guilt. Maybe it's just how my brain works, but eventually I end up not wanting to put it down and end up working on it for hours.

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Fluffy acrylic raccoon on birch bark.Birch bark painting is a unique handicraft, which is made from the peeling bark of birch trees through fine processing.

Available.