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Big Changes, Big Plans, and Getting Back on Track
6 months ago
Libra Labs Update! Hey everyone,
March has been a hell of a month. I wanted to take a moment to explain what’s been going on, why I’ve been quieter than usual, and what’s next.
1. Project Zero – Resetting My Creative Process
For a while, I’ve been stuck in a cycle of constantly playing catch-up, between commissions, Patreon rewards, and everything else, I had no time left to actually build the kind of content I want to make. That’s where Project Zero comes in. The goal? Rebuild my entire creative workflow so I can finally focus on the work that matters, instead of just treading water.
This means:
✅ Catching up on overdue work properly, without stretching myself too thin.
✅ Shifting my focus back to finished art, comics, and worldbuilding (Zippers fans, you’ve waited long enough).
✅ Making Patreon sustainable so it works for all of us, without burning me out.
2. Business Moves – I’m Legit Now!
On top of all that, I’ve also been handling taxes, finances, and setting up a full business account for Libra Labs Graphics. This means:
💳 I now have a full business credit line & account to keep things professional.
📑 Better financial planning so I can focus on creating, not stressing over bills.
🚀 More stability for the future, which means I can take bigger creative risks.
3. Patreon Restructuring
Because of Project Zero, I had to pause Patreon sketch rewards for March so I could catch up and plan a better, more sustainable reward system. When things return, expect:
🔹 Fewer sketch slots, but priced appropriately so I’m not drowning in work.
🔹 More behind-the-scenes content, WIPs, and early comic pages for supporters.
🔹 A focus on finished pieces, comics, and worldbuilding, the stuff you originally came here for.
🔹 Better tier structuring as well as even more rewards, while not triggering Patreon's "Trust and Safety."
4. Health & Recovery
If all that wasn’t enough, I overclocked my meat body to the point of getting sick. Between stress, lack of sleep, and pushing too hard, I ended up completely wiped out. I’ve been resting, recovering, and slowly getting back into it, but if I seem to have disappeared, just know I’m trying to take care of myself. I'm slowly recovering and making up for lost time
What’s Next?
📌 Catching up on art & commissions (Yes, Zippers is included!)
📌 Rolling out Patreon’s new structure & getting back on track
📌 Attending Furry Weekend Atlanta (and yes, I still need to register lmao)
5. 💙💙💙Zippers Update💙💙💙
For those of you who’ve been patiently waiting for Zippers, first of all, thank you. I know it’s been a long wait, but I want to be clear: Zippers is NOT dead. If anything, Project Zero is the reset I needed to finally give it the focus it deserves.
One of the biggest reasons Zippers slowed down was the overwhelming pressure of juggling commissions, monthly sketch rewards, and financial obligations. Every time I tried to sit down and really work on it, I’d have to push it aside just to keep up with everything else. That’s exactly what Project Zero is fixing.
Going forward, Zippers will no longer be something I try to squeeze in between other obligations, it’s going to be a priority. The restructuring of my Patreon means I’ll have more time to focus on actual comic pages, world-building, and lore development, instead of burning myself out trying to meet endless sketch quotas.
What does this mean for you?
✅ More consistent updates instead of waiting months between pages.
✅ More behind-the-scenes content for those who want to see the process.
✅ A healthier, more sustainable workflow so I can actually finish things without burning out.
Zippers has always been more than just a comic to me. It’s one of my passion projects, a world I want to fully explore and bring to life, and I refuse to let it get buried under everything else. If you’ve been here for the long haul, I appreciate your patience, and I promise: this reset is exactly what Zippers needed.
I appreciate everyone who's stuck around through all of this. Your patience, your support, it means the world to me. I’m still here, still creating, and with Project Zero in full effect, I’m finally setting myself up to thrive, not just survive.
Thank you for being here. More art, more stories, and more of the worlds I love are coming soon.
🤎 Zandaka – Art Tanuki 🤎
March has been a hell of a month. I wanted to take a moment to explain what’s been going on, why I’ve been quieter than usual, and what’s next.
1. Project Zero – Resetting My Creative Process
For a while, I’ve been stuck in a cycle of constantly playing catch-up, between commissions, Patreon rewards, and everything else, I had no time left to actually build the kind of content I want to make. That’s where Project Zero comes in. The goal? Rebuild my entire creative workflow so I can finally focus on the work that matters, instead of just treading water.
This means:
✅ Catching up on overdue work properly, without stretching myself too thin.
✅ Shifting my focus back to finished art, comics, and worldbuilding (Zippers fans, you’ve waited long enough).
✅ Making Patreon sustainable so it works for all of us, without burning me out.
2. Business Moves – I’m Legit Now!
On top of all that, I’ve also been handling taxes, finances, and setting up a full business account for Libra Labs Graphics. This means:
💳 I now have a full business credit line & account to keep things professional.
📑 Better financial planning so I can focus on creating, not stressing over bills.
🚀 More stability for the future, which means I can take bigger creative risks.
3. Patreon Restructuring
Because of Project Zero, I had to pause Patreon sketch rewards for March so I could catch up and plan a better, more sustainable reward system. When things return, expect:
🔹 Fewer sketch slots, but priced appropriately so I’m not drowning in work.
🔹 More behind-the-scenes content, WIPs, and early comic pages for supporters.
🔹 A focus on finished pieces, comics, and worldbuilding, the stuff you originally came here for.
🔹 Better tier structuring as well as even more rewards, while not triggering Patreon's "Trust and Safety."
4. Health & Recovery
If all that wasn’t enough, I overclocked my meat body to the point of getting sick. Between stress, lack of sleep, and pushing too hard, I ended up completely wiped out. I’ve been resting, recovering, and slowly getting back into it, but if I seem to have disappeared, just know I’m trying to take care of myself. I'm slowly recovering and making up for lost time
What’s Next?
📌 Catching up on art & commissions (Yes, Zippers is included!)
📌 Rolling out Patreon’s new structure & getting back on track
📌 Attending Furry Weekend Atlanta (and yes, I still need to register lmao)
5. 💙💙💙Zippers Update💙💙💙
For those of you who’ve been patiently waiting for Zippers, first of all, thank you. I know it’s been a long wait, but I want to be clear: Zippers is NOT dead. If anything, Project Zero is the reset I needed to finally give it the focus it deserves.
One of the biggest reasons Zippers slowed down was the overwhelming pressure of juggling commissions, monthly sketch rewards, and financial obligations. Every time I tried to sit down and really work on it, I’d have to push it aside just to keep up with everything else. That’s exactly what Project Zero is fixing.
Going forward, Zippers will no longer be something I try to squeeze in between other obligations, it’s going to be a priority. The restructuring of my Patreon means I’ll have more time to focus on actual comic pages, world-building, and lore development, instead of burning myself out trying to meet endless sketch quotas.
What does this mean for you?
✅ More consistent updates instead of waiting months between pages.
✅ More behind-the-scenes content for those who want to see the process.
✅ A healthier, more sustainable workflow so I can actually finish things without burning out.
Zippers has always been more than just a comic to me. It’s one of my passion projects, a world I want to fully explore and bring to life, and I refuse to let it get buried under everything else. If you’ve been here for the long haul, I appreciate your patience, and I promise: this reset is exactly what Zippers needed.
I appreciate everyone who's stuck around through all of this. Your patience, your support, it means the world to me. I’m still here, still creating, and with Project Zero in full effect, I’m finally setting myself up to thrive, not just survive.
Thank you for being here. More art, more stories, and more of the worlds I love are coming soon.
🤎 Zandaka – Art Tanuki 🤎
And wish you continued success.
💪🐻❄️💜
Fortune favor you lad. Keep plugging, and when in doubt, trust the scottish lobster.