Hey,
#PortfolioDay
- I'm Claudya, a full time comic artist specializing in fantasy and worldbuilding. I'm currently working on my third graphic novel and barely get around to be on social media these days. But that's all good! I'll be around. Here's some shots from my comics. <3
"Did you draw this by hand or with the computer?"
Yes! I do draw my pictures by hand, using a tablet that is attached to a computer. It is merely a different medium than paper. And yes! It is real, requiring the same amount of dedication, time and passion.
One of my artworks got thrown into the AI-mill and regurgitated into this nightmare. Person offers their service "for a modest fee" via ArtStation, too.
The second pic is my original.
This is most definitely not the only case and I'm digusted beyond measure!
This is probably one of the most beautiful sights to behold in our times in the art world, and probably the most creative one in current states of AI.
Big protest going on over at ArtStation!
The speed of social media and how art is being consumed nowadays, puts a lot of pressure on artists, making them think there needs to be fresh art every day, causing art blocks and depression. Please know that every piece of art you create is timeless & not just a 24h tag. <3 π±
Gift for
@JoJoesArt
Unity, courage, bond.
You stood up against the big theft waves and became a symbol for unity in our artist community. Thank you for your courage to speak up and for bringing more awereness about art theft.
Thank you for everything you do and for being you.
In memory of Laika, who watches over us from the stars. π
On November 3, 1957, Laika was sent to space via Sputnik II, making her the first living being in low orbit.
Today, I can finally share this official art for an amazing game:
Ohh, it's
#AppreciateADragonDay
Dragons are like butter on bread. Without them, a day would simply be just plain and dry. Dragons are always welcome. Some of my dragon works. π
I really like this character and would like to make more single paintings with her one day. But first, I'll let her be a part of Myre 2.
She has a name, which you'll find out about later on. :}
The Lifebringer ~ He seldom rests his wings to bring life to the wounded lands of his world. Peaceful yet striving after places that he once knew. π±
I am offering 4 of my dearest Plant Spirit artworks as high resolution wall papers on Gumroad:
All the money that comes in, I will donate to support George Floyd Memorial Fund as well as Black Table Arts to support Black communities for a better future.
POSITIVITY Art Thread -
Make everyone's timeline a little bit brighter and share your most positive vibing artworks you made in 2020 here. <3
Spread the good vibes. :)
We all need it.
Welcome, 2022. Year of the water tiger.
"Water is the strongest element. Even stronger than fire β because it can go around any obstacle in its path and not lose its essential nature." - Levitt
A few of my favourite paintings I've done for Myre in the past few months. Some of the images I feel very connected with and which hold a story to be told with the continuation of Myre's story. Thank you for making this possible. <3
My comic, Haunter of Dreams, won me the Rudolph Dirks Award for "Best Art in Germany" as well as it was shortlisted in Best Comic in the category Fantasy.
I really don't know what to say, other than thank you. thank you so much! This really means the world to me! ;__;
Improvement is an an effort of passion, dedication, time and a lot of hard work. People like
@aaroncarter
who think art is something that just pops up and can be taken for granted, don't know about the ups and downs of creating art - in response to
@JoJoesArt
Before -After
It's been a tough year...
And again, I feel a strong urge to share my comic, Haunter of Dreams, a story of hope & strength with you for free. Many of us need to take our mind off of things and experience stories of hope and healing.
Please share ~>
I turned 33 today. And I feel younger and more alive than I was with 23.
In 2009, I weighed 160 kg (352 lbs) and lost 90 kg (198 lbs) - I was sick all the time, tired, hated everything.
Today, every day is blissful, I can eat what I want, I am awake, creative and healthy.
Three of my paintings were accepted into the Spectrum 27 and the first got nominated for the Award. All of them are very dear to me and mean a lot. I'm totally floored. Thank you so much! βοΈ π±
Nothing is more powerful than the imagination of a child...and that of a dreamer's. A single panel from my next upcoming Yria comic, Haunter of Dreams. I loved painting this part.
I am so grateful and speechless to have been invited as
@eurofurence
Guest of Honour this year. Thank you so much. <3
I can't wait to be there again with you this summer.
"Glimpse", new painting of my leaf spirit. :) <3
We have to protect what we love.
I was struck with a rollercoaster of emotions regarding comic, HoD. I feel a strong urge to share this story of hope & strength with you for free on Gumroad. PLEASE SHARE & read on->
She wanders the barren lands of Yria, breathing life into the grounds, whispering softly to her children to not shy away from sight.
One of my HoD campaign commissions. For Flora Fiore. This one was especially wholesome for me to work on. Love nature. <3
No, in case you think so, my neurons are not attached to the device so that my ideas and thoughts get transferred onto a digital canvas.
Every stroke you see was directed by my hands. I do it. The computer is just my tool and extension for my imagination. Just like paper.
Always on the lookout for valuable things to steal. Only a nimble guy like Lutz is able to live a lifestyle of that kind in the dark crevices of a lively city that is Ehraan.
#Myre
Finally, news that are positive and, in favour of artists. Finally, someone gets it that this whole debacle isn't about artists not liking technology β your run-of-the-mill argument that AI "steals jobs" or is "better". THIS has been the crux of the matter all the time!
Hey,
#PortfolioDay
- I'm Claudya. Full time comic artist, creator of the Yria Chronicles and lover of dreamy or planty things.
I experiment a lot with concepts and enjoy challenges.
Beneath the surface, secrets slumber. The very first page of MYRE Vol 2. I did it! Today, I completed the lineart for my next volume of Myre! Next comes the painting. This feels surreal for this huge project!
Happy Earth Day!
Dragons without wings are dreamers who will see the world from above by climbing to its highest spots. An effort that is well rewarded. Varug is one of those dreamers too. βοΈ
Happy to announce that I'm only 10 pages away from finishing the colour concept for MYRE Vol. 2! Considering all the things that kept pulling me away from Myre and which kept falling on my head, this feels almost surreal. π’π
As times are grim and dark, I would like to elevate your mood with a story courage and strength β so today, you can download and read my comic Haunter of Dreams for free! Link is below!
Be safe, be strong.
Happy Halloween!
Please, PLEASE share this! This is BIG:
"Karla Ortiz,
@kortizart
,the FIRST AND ONLY VISUAL ARTIST who has been invited to join the national conversation on generative artificial intelligence (AI)"
SHARE & SIGN the petition -->>
Gardeners - Her staff is draped with bags, filled with seeds of all various plants. The leaf like cloak is symbolic to their task, which is the endless endeavour to make Yria verdant again.
I really enjoyed this painting. :)
In the wake of the current situation with
#COVID19
many of us are stuck at home & left worried. Taking our minds off of things is important to keep our hopes high. Not everyone can afford it.
For this reason, I share my comic with you for free:
RT <3
"Falling, falling. The fabrics of a dream. A symphony of memory and future that no longer seems - ineffable;
Formations, tenebrous, endlessly unkind..."
The other side of "Haunter of Dreams", which I loved working on for so many reasons. ;)
For artists:
Being able to transfer your Imagination onto a canvas for everyone to see and experience is an *incredibly* wonderful skill! Not only are you able to lead others away from real life, but you made yours, and perhaps their, dreams tangible, too. Never stop imagining.