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- Let’s Talk About Writer’s BlockThroughout my blogging years, I’ve often stated boldly, annoyingly, and stupidly that I don’t believe in writer’s block. And as you’ve probably guessed, that little nugget has come back to bite me in the ass. 🤣 After almost two years of being utterly unable to write, I have to admit my mistake. Writer’s block is […]
- The Truth About Weather
Immigration changes you in many ways. Big ways, definitely. If you’re interested, I’ve chatted about our experiences, wins, and struggles as immigrants in past posts (find them here). But there are also the small ways. For example, I now have this weird not-Canadian, not-South African accent going. 😅 I think it might be because of […] - Review – Tooli-Art Acrylic Paint Pens
It’s been a hot minute since I last did an art supply review, so I figured my new paint pens would be the perfect transition back into this kind of post. Before we officially begin, I’d just like to say this isn’t a sponsored post. All products mentioned below were purchased by me or my […]
Fall of the Mantle
Step into Ehrdia, a world of steam-driven technology, political strife, and ongoing war.
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NEW! LuminLore on Creative Market
I’ve opened a brand new store on Creative Market. Here, you can purchase some of my favourite illustration sets for personal or commercial use. Simplify your own design projects with pre-made illustrations!
Don’t like online shopping? No worries, I’ve got you covered.
Join my Patreon community to receive printable rewards each month, including some of the items in my Etsy store!
For only $4 Canadian per month, you’ll get:
- Exclusive blog posts (at least 2 per month). May include: process videos, behind the scenes content, rejected art, personal updates, and more!
- Bookish BTS (at least one per month). Short stories, discarded chapters, or blog posts offering insight into my characters, world, or writing process.
- An original, ready to print inspirational badge each month (1000×1000 px).
- Monthly printables. Spruce up your bullet journal or scrapbooks with original, ready-to-print design sets (typically sticker sheets, but historically also calendars, meal plans, etc). A set includes at least two ready-to-print pages, and each individual design in png format (500×500 px).
- Bonus, I leave the archives open, so you get to access all the past content, AND as I update design sets, you’ll get the new version!
- Finally, expect the odd freebie (including colouring pages, bookmark sets, printable artworks, extra printable pages, and more). I love showing my appreciation by offering gifts to my Patreon family.
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