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Dragon Harris

@dragonharris.bsky.social

All-purpose nuisance. Creator of the webcomic Garden of Iron! he/him https://gardenofiron.thecomicseries.com/

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jessamyn@librarian.bsky.social · 5d ago

I work at a public library. People who want to use AI seem to have no trouble doing so. People who don't want to use AI have a harder time. I crowdsourced and then finalized this document "How to disable or avoid intrusive AI" and then gave it a short URL: notoai.org Please pass along if it's useful

An aircraft passenger oxygen mask: a drop down passenger mask with air bag and yellow plastic mouth and nose cover, oxygen tube has been cut; Demonstration model used by flight attendant crew for passenger instruction. Has text on the side indicating that it's non-functional.
Pete Woods@thatpetewoods.bsky.social · 2w ago

I think the thing I resent most about gen AI- and this is a selfish thing to say but it’s true- is that it’s put an asterix on my sense of wonder. What I mean is that now when I see an amazing or beautiful image I can’t have that initial “wow!” reaction. I doubt. I have to verify. I hate it.

Milo Neuman@miloneuman.bsky.social · last mo.

The point of observational studies isn't necessarily to create a 'successful' drawing. Just putting in the effort means you've already succeeded, even if the drawing itself is a failure. The act of grappling with a subject, and what you take away from that struggle, is the real thing.

Katie Croonenberghs Art@kamakru.bsky.social · last mo.

Hey artists, let's share some helpful things in the community :) 🎨 What's one tip or trick you would give a new artist in your chosen medium? (Or just in general!)

Kasey Gifford@kaseygifford.bsky.social · 4w ago

Kids need/deserve traumatic films. Films that show death or lasting consequences that aren't resolved almost instantly. Fear, anger, grief and frustration should be part of kids movies. Kids arent stupid, they feel big emotions just like adults, they deserve to see those experiences reflected back.

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Jim Zub@jimzub.com · 4w ago

An art student reached out with 3 questions about working in the industry. Normally I don't have time to answer these kinds of questionnaires, but I slipped back into teacher-mode and figured I might as well share them with everyone else.

How do you create the most opportunities for yourself as an artist? The old adage is that "You need to be in the right place at the right time" for opportunities to happen, but that also means you need to be at the intersection of those places and times for people to discover your work. The more places and times you can create - by building your skills, posting work online, going to events, interacting with other people in a positive way - the more chances that one of them is the right one that leads to bigger and better things, in that moment or later on in your creative career.What drives you to pursue a creative career, despite its challenges? I love building stories and entertaining people. Working in comics has been the most viable outlet for that, but I've also done work in animation, illustration, teaching, games and tabletop RPGs that scratches that same itch. The thrill I get from engaging with people - the other creators I'm collaborating with or an audience that enjoys the work - charges my creative batteries and keeps me striving to learn more and make more. That act of creating and engaging people drives me forward through each new project.What's something you had to learn the hard way on your journey? There's no perfect job waiting for you in this industry and, even if people help you out, you'll still need to prove your worth and carve out your own spot, because there are so many more people who want to create art/stories as a career than there are full-time lucrative positions available. If you're fortunate enough to be part of a team, respect their time, ideas and hard work. If you consistently do that, you'll build a strong reputation that lasts and, over the long haul, surround yourself with like-minded people who you'll want to keep working and growing with throughout your career.
jacki@crabbng.kingsofsorts.com · last mo.

[KINGS OF SORTS UPDATE, 1 PG] It's like getting a pep talk from a professor you were pretty sure hated you and everyone else in the class and the world ⬇️🕸️💥⬇️ update: kingsofsorts.com/comic/episod... #KOSUpdate #SpiderForest #comicoop

webcomic update post for kings of sorts episode 13 page 31. The Priomh matter-of-factly talks as Marek looks at her, surprised by her being complimentary.
jacki@crabbng.kingsofsorts.com · 2y ago

Kings of Sorts is a fantasy/sci-fi comic about the struggle to remain kind in an unkind world. It follows Hana, an optimistic village outcast, whose knowledge of magitech puts him at the center of royal court conspiracies! 👑 kingsofsorts.com 👑 👑 #KingsOfSorts 👑

promo image for kings of sorts. hana and bon look up at the sky, watching a meteor shower. the kings of sorts logo is on the right.
Phantomarine@phantomarine.bsky.social · last mo.

joining Artfight again this year because people asked me to I'm usually too busy for revenge, so I'm good for free target practice 😭 I did add Irving, Lani, and Cal to the roster this year - enjoy as you wish!

team mystery artfight lineup for Phantomarine