updates and stuff

I got a 2nd job so it looks like I won’t have much time to draw. Just going to update so i’m not leaving people I owe stuff to hanging loose.

  • Still working on those Christmas Cards. I think I have 5 or 6 more to go? Sorry they’re taking so long ;3;
  • Gaia Commissions/Auction Wins will all be put on hold until I have time for them.
  • If you have an art trade with me, please don’t start until I come back.

aaaand I think that’s it for now. 

pixels……… /squints
i don’t understand the logic behind this

Timestamp: 1356947721

pixels……… /squints
i don’t understand the logic behind this

i decided against new years nails and went with nico singers

based on/original image by MACCO

Timestamp: 1356662020

i decided against new years nails and went with nico singers

based on/original image by MACCO

Anonymous:
honestly i really admire you for following your dreams! most people don't have the guts to, and i feel like that's why some people might look down upon it - because it's not what society has labeled as "practical", i guess. which is totally not true imo, it's better to work towards your dreams despite however hard it might be than work to get an okay job and question if you're truly happy. anyway, best of luck !!!

To be brutally honest, I was one of those close minded people until a few years ago. What was important was the stability of a degree and a career. However, this did not equal happiness and I began to question whether or not I was walking down the right path. Being able to come to the conclusion that I want to choose art over anything else was because of all the support I got from not only my family and friends, but everyone around me. The guts I am portraying comes from the people that believe in me and push me forward to try my best. I am surrounded by people that don’t judge me for my dreams but will stick with me no matter what. There is no guarantee that any decision will ultimately lead you to your happiness, which is why your determination alone moves you forward in life. Being scared of failing is what is blocking you from what you “could” have. 

I really appreciate comments like these. No matter how small or insignificant people think they may be, I treasure them as motivational and heart warming. Every time I receive one, it boosts my confidence little by little and gives me the drive to move onwards and follow my dreams. 

So I thank you dear anon and everyone else that showed support for me in the past few days.

darknedstar:
g-good luck with art school bflat senpai <333 have lots of fun too~~~

JKFLKFL thank you star ;Q; <3333
I’m just dying to start my first day right now!

cheetotters:
wait did someone say burnaby my hometown

If your hometown is Burnaby, BC then YES! 

kamallie:
NAOMI, YOU'RE BRILLIANT, SEXY AND A CUTIE PIE. WHEN U BECOME A FAMOUS MANGAKA I WILL BE THE FIRST TO BUY THEM ALL, EXCEED UR DREAMS, WHO CARES WAT OTHER SAYYYY DO WAT UR HEART TELLS U TO!!!!!!!!! <3

KSJFAFKAJ GIGI NO U
SUCH A CUTIE PATOOTIE YOURSELF

i’ve re-realized how even little motivational comments mean so much! It really does make me feel like i’m not alone. All this tumblr emotional support is making my kokoro warm and fuzzy.
you’re all too good for me AAH <33333

onisuup:
good luck in art school, bflat! ^ 7^ /seriously, I spent more than 5 years at sfu and..I don't know what to do with my health science degree u w ua

OMG you go to sfu? like burnaby sfu? DUDE OMG

thank you oni bby ;U; <3333
I’m really looking forward to it and want to improve as much as I can before I start. uwu/ 

whispering-spirit:
Daww just follow your dreams! Do what makes you happy. Yes becoming a mangaka is hard but if you are dedicated and willing i'm sure you will be fine! I have learned that people who do what they love end up being the happiest in the end :) I wish you luck on your goals on becoming a mangaka <3!!

Thank you bebs! ;w; <3333
That’s pretty much all I want. Regular schooling was just a bunch of anxiety and stress, and all I was feeling was depression. Even just reaching for a career in art is making me happier. Even if I do end up failing, it’s as simple as picking myself up and moving on. There are a million ways for everyone to succeed and I intend on grasping on to each and every one of mine. I will try my absolute best! <33