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A biweekly newsletter about the day-to-day of being an artist. Art journal, behind-the-scenes reveals, a focus on hand-drawn animation.

Top posts of the year

And their main takeaways

63. Happiness

491 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Animation Journaling Digital Art

Childhood memories can bring pure happiness and be a good primer for reflection.
Exploring new tools and concepts, like Procreate Dreams app for animation, can inspire creativity.
Self-care practices like belly-breathing, yoga, and reading can help in difficult times.

64. Time

353 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Philosophy Creativity Animation Literature Food & Drink

Making time for important tasks can be challenging, so it's valuable to find your most productive hours.
Engaging with new subjects or perspectives can be stimulating and expand your knowledge.
Having a reliable, hearty meal option can provide sustenance for long working days.

58. Mystery

275 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Creative Process Animation Visual storytelling Reflection

Ideas come in small fragments, like puzzle pieces coming together one at a time.
Creativity involves listening to signals, experimenting with different styles, and being open to change.
The creative process is about making time, capturing signals, and trusting that the pieces will come together.

57. Han

196 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23

🎨 Art & Illustration Community Creativity Connection

Art can bring a sense of freedom and connection through creation and exhibition.
Collaborating with a diverse group can create a sense of family and unity, regardless of differences.
Artistic expression plays a vital role in fostering humanity and should be cherished and continued.

60. States

137 implied HN points • 01 Nov 23

🎨 Art & Illustration

The post discusses the coexistence of states through watercolor art.
It includes a quote from Witold Gombrowicz's _Cosmos_.
The author shares a personal anecdote involving pouring water into the wrong part of an espresso machine.

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65. Choice

117 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24

🎨 Art & Illustration Visual art Creative Process Life reflections

Choices are inevitable and we can't do it all
Life is full of decisions and it's okay not to have all the answers
Embracing the freedom in making choices can lead to personal growth