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9 months ago
I haven't updated much in a year, sorry about that!
The past year has been pretty tough, just like the previous year. Here's a quick summary of what the year has been about.
Health:
I've been really tired all year and the last few weeks have been really hard for me for many different reasons.
I was diagnosed with ADHD, which has been a relief in its own way to get clarity on things that have been bothering me for a long time. The symptoms haven't eased and I'm still looking for the right medication that would suit me. The road to balance with ADHD is long and it doesn't happen overnight. It requires balance in so many areas.
Another diagnosis I recently received is IBS. I've been slowly learning and navigating a new diet, even though I've been cutting out certain foods in my diet for years because they no longer suited my body.
Art and events:
The past year included a break in new art. I still can't really create anything new and I've been focusing on product work. These have included fursuit products and tote bag illustrations.
The year included five different events where I was selling from my own table. Mostly small events that haven't been very successful in terms of sales. The past few years have been difficult as there are a lot of applications for art alley spots and the fact that I've been involved in the hobby for over a decade makes it difficult to stand out. It's not a given that you'll always get a table spot at the event you want.
The first event of the year is in a few weeks! I'm participating in Desuco's Frostbite event for the first time at the Artist Alley! I have a sales table at the event on Saturday. Let's see if I have enough energy to participate in the event as a visitor on the other days.
Commissioned works:
Since I haven't been able to create anything new, that's why I haven't been able to accept new commissioned works. Of course, my ADHD symptoms have also made it difficult to communicate with potential clients who have been waiting for my commissions to open. My apologies for the silence, I am currently unable to respond to inquiries regarding commissions. I feel guilty that I cannot be more active in communication due to my energy levels. I am trying to improve this little by little!
I am trying to develop some YCH-based commission opportunities for HTV works, but we will see how it goes. The idea would be to offer customized illustrations for fabric products such as fabric bags and shirts. I received a small heat press from my friends as a Christmas present, so I believe it will help with the matter as it no longer takes so much time to attach the vinyl compared to a regular iron.
Looking for a new friend:
With health challenges and ADHD, other aspects of life have also been difficult. It has become quite clear that I need the regularity in my life that dog has brought to me for years. The difficult financial situation has delayed the adopt of a new dog, but a few months ago I received support from my close relative to promote the matter and I have now gradually planned to adopt a new dog.
I have been looking for adult dogs who search new homes, but I have not been able to find a suitable dog for myself. For this reason, I am slowly leaning towards getting a puppy. But I am not rushing to get a new animal, it is always a responsible and multi-year commitment that must always be taken into account, especially with a pet like a dog. I, close people in my life and even my doctor have stated that my life would be easier if I had a dog again, and I cannot deny that. The past two years have proven that in order to live a full life, I need to have a dog by my side.
A year ago I got a new aquarium at least! At the moment, I have a small group of sapphire rasboras and Caridina multidentata aka algae shrimps and one betta fish in my tank!
It has fortunately brought some regularity to my life, but it certainly doesn't replace a dog. Hanging out with a dog has been a big part of my identity for a long time and I'll see if I can get a new friend to take care of this year.
Until then, I have to enjoy with my friends' dogs, which are already few, since many of my dog friends are older and many of them have moved to the rainbow bridge in the past two years.
The past year has been pretty tough, just like the previous year. Here's a quick summary of what the year has been about.
Health:
I've been really tired all year and the last few weeks have been really hard for me for many different reasons.
I was diagnosed with ADHD, which has been a relief in its own way to get clarity on things that have been bothering me for a long time. The symptoms haven't eased and I'm still looking for the right medication that would suit me. The road to balance with ADHD is long and it doesn't happen overnight. It requires balance in so many areas.
Another diagnosis I recently received is IBS. I've been slowly learning and navigating a new diet, even though I've been cutting out certain foods in my diet for years because they no longer suited my body.
Art and events:
The past year included a break in new art. I still can't really create anything new and I've been focusing on product work. These have included fursuit products and tote bag illustrations.
The year included five different events where I was selling from my own table. Mostly small events that haven't been very successful in terms of sales. The past few years have been difficult as there are a lot of applications for art alley spots and the fact that I've been involved in the hobby for over a decade makes it difficult to stand out. It's not a given that you'll always get a table spot at the event you want.
The first event of the year is in a few weeks! I'm participating in Desuco's Frostbite event for the first time at the Artist Alley! I have a sales table at the event on Saturday. Let's see if I have enough energy to participate in the event as a visitor on the other days.
Commissioned works:
Since I haven't been able to create anything new, that's why I haven't been able to accept new commissioned works. Of course, my ADHD symptoms have also made it difficult to communicate with potential clients who have been waiting for my commissions to open. My apologies for the silence, I am currently unable to respond to inquiries regarding commissions. I feel guilty that I cannot be more active in communication due to my energy levels. I am trying to improve this little by little!
I am trying to develop some YCH-based commission opportunities for HTV works, but we will see how it goes. The idea would be to offer customized illustrations for fabric products such as fabric bags and shirts. I received a small heat press from my friends as a Christmas present, so I believe it will help with the matter as it no longer takes so much time to attach the vinyl compared to a regular iron.
Looking for a new friend:
With health challenges and ADHD, other aspects of life have also been difficult. It has become quite clear that I need the regularity in my life that dog has brought to me for years. The difficult financial situation has delayed the adopt of a new dog, but a few months ago I received support from my close relative to promote the matter and I have now gradually planned to adopt a new dog.
I have been looking for adult dogs who search new homes, but I have not been able to find a suitable dog for myself. For this reason, I am slowly leaning towards getting a puppy. But I am not rushing to get a new animal, it is always a responsible and multi-year commitment that must always be taken into account, especially with a pet like a dog. I, close people in my life and even my doctor have stated that my life would be easier if I had a dog again, and I cannot deny that. The past two years have proven that in order to live a full life, I need to have a dog by my side.
A year ago I got a new aquarium at least! At the moment, I have a small group of sapphire rasboras and Caridina multidentata aka algae shrimps and one betta fish in my tank!
It has fortunately brought some regularity to my life, but it certainly doesn't replace a dog. Hanging out with a dog has been a big part of my identity for a long time and I'll see if I can get a new friend to take care of this year.
Until then, I have to enjoy with my friends' dogs, which are already few, since many of my dog friends are older and many of them have moved to the rainbow bridge in the past two years.
