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Spring for the Witch

The royal palace was never a mystery to her — velvet halls, shimmering fabrics, golden goblets, and the taste of wild grape and summer melon were part of Melissa’s childhood. Now a royal sorceress, she still wonders… Was it her magic that brought her here — or something written long before she ever cast her first spell?

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Hey, fellow artists! 🎨

Ever had that moment when your artwork just doesn’t meet your expectations? You look at it and think, “Why doesn’t it look the way I imagined?”

Trust me, I get it — and I’ve got some thoughts to help shift your mindset! :)

I’ve just uploaded ✨a brand new video on YouTube✨ where I dive into how to handle negative feelings about your own art. It’s packed with insightful ideas, and I’m really proud of how it came together visually too!

Check it out — I hope it’s helpful to you! Thanks for all your support!

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A Quiet Corner

Niko Varks is the perfect balance of cold calculation and the silent imprint of a mercenary. In this piece, I wanted to capture her essence: a mix of muted colors, sharp silhouette angles, and minimalistic clothing—enhanced by details that reveal her true nature.

This time, she’s made a move on stealing a unique magical vehicle. Think she’ll return it to the client, or does it suit her too well to give up?

🔥 For more frequent updates and in-depth posts—including speedpaints—check out Instagram. I also share insights into my life as a traditional art student there!

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RECURRING Art Blocks: How to Break the CYCLE?

Struggling with repeating art blocks? You're not alone! In my latest YouTube video, I dive into understanding the causes of art blocks and how to break free from the cycle. If you've ever felt stuck, uninspired or frustrated with your progress, this might help!

My channel is still small, and I’d really appreciate it if you joined the discussion in the comments about art block—it would help me a lot. Thank you! 😊

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Hey! ✨ I tested 5 free digital painting programs and made a video about it. Check it out – the link is in the post!

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Dance Among the Poppies

Miya is a reflection of a world filled with power, ambition, and hidden struggles. Every artwork has a story, but not all of them are told here. Some remain behind closed doors, waiting to be discovered.

On Patreon, I share much more—deeper character insights, lore, and behind-the-scenes thoughts that don’t make it into public posts. If you're curious to explore my artistic journey, you know where to look. 📜✨

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A Book Stealer 2

The backgrounds have definitely leveled up (or at least I hope so)! If you’ve seen my previous artwork, you might recognize some familiar elements in this one.

The high-res version, along with exclusive content and behind-the-scenes extras, is available on my Patreon. Your support means the world! ❤️

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Mask. It is already an old one for me, but I still love this artwork

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A Book Stealer

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Golden Coast

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Miya

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Melissa

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Niko