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Sometimes as my portfolio expands, I find myself taking a step back and considering where my artistic path could potentially go. I enjoy making art for myself, but I also love working on projects that can provoke deeper thoughts. What about you? What’s your favorite aspect of your art? #slapthosedigitalstickies https://www.instagram.com/p/CB3OWqaFEO4/?igshid=1jdsca86c9c45

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Just more inking practice! =3. #sailormoon https://www.instagram.com/p/CBwwU7jFrwl/?igshid=15zm8fw92wbl2

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If you used to follow me back in 2014 on my deviantart, I had created these three girls, inspired by the 80s franchises/toy lines Moon Dreamers (Hasbro) and Princess of Power (Mattel). And, no, I was never a big fan of Steven Universe, lol. I was actually beginning to work on a series of books for them, too, but my dearest project, Genjou: Protecting Us, took precedence. I’m considering revisiting these girls, though, especially since I’m taking a break from my aforementioned project Chained Angel. Thoughts? #sapphiresun #diamondstar #opalmoon #celestidolls https://www.instagram.com/p/CBW1mH7FWmS/?igshid=1bawwknvtzdwh

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Liquid Crystal. Just a quick reminder that I am still open for commissions! =3. #liquidcrystal #digitalillustration https://www.instagram.com/p/CBE0EWUF2Hk/?igshid=1phaesy7mq916

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Finally finished with this commish! Yay! X3. #monsterhunterworld #kirin https://www.instagram.com/p/CAoFPjOlrYN/?igshid=hxs1hr5ulijh

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I’ve been in the middle of a big commission all week, but I really felt like I wanted to take a little break and try this challenge out for myself. Go easy on me, I’m super self-conscious about this one! Not because I felt like putting Kichiro in, but because I don’t feel I did Sailor Moon justice. XD. Oh well. My husband encouraged me to go ahead and post it, so here it is! Just two little superheroes in battle. #genjou #sailormoonredraw https://www.instagram.com/p/CAl6Ab2FFGM/?igshid=zqz1k6iq9f2c

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Been working on various commissions and a ton of massive projects at work, so I just felt like doing something for me this weekend. This was originally intended to be a simple flat-color pic—and for the first hour, it was. Then I just started having fun with it. XD #kaguyasamaloveiswar #chikafujiwara #ramen #digitalillustration https://www.instagram.com/p/B_tSfX9FpYD/?igshid=d94rv4tp5bc6

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Trying to make sure I don’t get rusty! #inkart #practicepracticepractice https://www.instagram.com/p/B_swwyRFvHc/?igshid=1k7hlu0wzonty

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You may have noticed less Chained Angel updates from me recently—well, t’is true! You see, with the current world-wise issues happening, the subject matter that had originally been drafted into the story will now probably hit way too close to home for a lot of people. I’m all for writing relatable conflicts, but I felt this was a bit too much. For now, I’m going to focus on doing a bit more cheerful stuff for people to enjoy. I’m still working on commissions, so you’ll be seeing more of those as well as a few other neat things to come. Thanks to all of you who follow me and show your interest in both this project and my other work! #chainedangel https://www.instagram.com/p/B_as7U0lQUq/?igshid=18ryczt2vmnas

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Lol I got bored on this so here’s a quick 2-hour Linky. Also lol, I said “quick”.... #lozbotw #legendofzelda #breathofthewild https://www.instagram.com/p/B_I6xjEl-2l/?igshid=vvbaw9x11squ

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T’is a 15-min head detailing of our favorite Hylian hero! #lozbotw #breathofthewild #legendofzelda https://www.instagram.com/p/B_Iyko2ljur/?igshid=f15q8wtw85ei

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I’m trying my hand at designing more vibrant looking slice-of-life characters. I have this tendency to make such characters look far more muted in design. I hope I’m headed in the right direction! #characterdesign #digitalillustration #anime https://www.instagram.com/p/B-vXZfoF9CF/?igshid=zwxd08hm2999

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Just a super quick jam! #watercolorpainting #firepeach https://www.instagram.com/p/B-QU2T0lcI1/?igshid=8goneqvwowbe

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I arted! Watercolor, ink, glitter, Swarovskis. And yes, I did individually glue little glitter bits. #watercolorpainting #bulma #dragonballz https://www.instagram.com/p/B-LNJz_FEPD/?igshid=1ex2zrtrfg3xq

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Sumpin’ new this way comes! You can probably figure out who it is, and if so, comment it! =3. #watercolor https://www.instagram.com/p/B-F9SH4Fkzg/?igshid=1pxv5fx7khqhe

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Not really inspired conceptually, I just really wanted to see if I still had what it took to produce technique-wise. I know I have plenty on which to improve, but not terrible considering it takes me weeks sometimes before I can pick up a drawing utensil for myself. =3. Enjoy for the pretty blue colors! #digitalart #digitalillustration #digitalpainting https://www.instagram.com/p/B89-sNnFvYs/?igshid=x4cb1rjm6ue5

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I’ve been trying to get back into practice with my shading and highlighting. #digitalart #digitalillustration https://www.instagram.com/p/B8FZVuDFffV/?igshid=kbum1088h6ad