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Unblocking Your Creativity: 5 Easy Tricks to Bust Through Your Art Block | 30/09/2024 | Feeling stuck in an art block? Break free by following these 5 simple tricks! |
BUSTED: @alena_ste1 is an Art Thief Catfish! | 30/09/2024 | Twitter user " @alena_ste1 " has just been exposed for their questionable online behavior. It has been brought to light that this... |
Why I Started #Leanoreween | 30/09/2024 | The #Leanoreween Art Challenge fosters creativity and welcomes various perspectives, aiming to unite artists in a joyful celebration of art. |
Art Challenge: Leanoreween 2024 | 29/09/2024 | Embark on a personal journey with 31 unique prompts to ignite creativity. Share creations using #Leanoreween or #Leanoreween2024 |
Spark Your Creativity: Staying Motivated Without Burning Out | 19/06/2024 | Hey there, fellow creatives! 🎨✨ Whether you're a painter, writer, coder, or DIY enthusiast, we all know that keeping the creative juices... |
Boosting Productivity with the Pomodoro Technique | 18/06/2024 | Hey there, fellow adventurers and dream-chasers! 🚀✨ I hope this post finds you all brimming with energy and ready to embark on new... |
Introducing "Tekken Tuesday" | 16/12/2023 | Hey there, fellow fighters and gaming enthusiasts! I've got some electrifying news to share—brace yourselves for the launch of a brand... |
Cheers to Creativity and Connection: Embracing the Livestream Adventure! | 13/12/2023 | Hey, lovely folks! It's been an absolute whirlwind of creativity and camaraderie since I've been back on my regular streaming routine. My... |
I might Actually Stream This Weekend! | 17/10/2023 | It's no secret that it's been a very long time since I streamed on ANY platforms. If you know why, you know why. If you don't, mind your... |
Unleash Your Creativity: Exploring the Benefits of Krita for Digital Artists | 16/10/2023 | Alright, my fellow art enthusiasts, today we're diving deep into the enchanting world of Krita, the unsung hero of free digital art... |
Spooktacular Movie Night: "Friday the 13th" on Discord! | 12/10/2023 | Hey there, movie buffs and thrill-seekers! Get ready to scream your hearts out, because we've got an electrifying event coming your way:... |
Unleash Your Creative Mojo: A Guide to Staying Inspired as an Artist! | 11/10/2023 | Hey there, fellow art enthusiasts! Whether you're a painter, sculptor, or doodler extraordinaire, we all know that staying inspired can... |
The Wilting Flower | 21/03/2023 | In the depths of night, I lie awake Contemplating life and its cruel fate For death is but a shadow, always near A looming presence that... |
The Unique Value of Collecting Art from Independent Artists | 19/01/2023 | Collecting art from independent artists can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience. Not only does it give you the opportunity to own a... |
Big Changes Coming to the Shop! | 17/01/2023 | Hello everyone! As an artist, I am constantly inspired by the world around me and driven to create something new and beautiful. I am... |
The Evolution of the Clown: From Jester to Horror Movie Monster | 14/01/2023 | The origins of the clown can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where they were often depicted as jesters or fools. These... |
Comic Books are for Everyone | 13/01/2023 | Comic books are often thought of as a medium exclusively for children, and emotionally immature adults. However, the truth is that they... |
A Summary of the Evolution of Art Supplies | 12/01/2023 | The evolution of tools used to create visual art is a fascinating topic, as it showcases how technology and human ingenuity have... |
Mindfulness: The Seed of Inspiration | 10/01/2023 | I know from personal experience how easy it is for an artist to get caught up in the technicalities of our craft – the endless cycle of... |
"Peaceful & Lush" by Leanore | 09/01/2023 | I did this digital painting in Clip Studio Paint in the middle of 2021. I'd been making a bunch of brushes with odd textures and shapes... |
10 Tips for Overcoming Creative Blocks & Finding Inspiration | 09/01/2023 | If you're an artist, it's natural to experience creative blocks from time to time. Maybe you've been working on a project for weeks and... |
5 Things I think All Artists Should be Doing | 06/01/2023 | Hey there, artists! Whether you're just starting out or you've been at it for a while, it can be tough to stay motivated and focused on... |
Unlock Your Creative Potential with References | 04/01/2023 | As a professional artist with about 15 years of experience in the creative industry, I can say with confidence that references are an... |
"Phoenix in Flight" by Leanore | 29/11/2022 | I painted this Artwork using in Photoshop CS3 in 2017. It started as an exercise in restricted color palettes and ended up being one of... |
"Azure Stare" by Leanore | 28/11/2022 | This artwork was created in 2021 using watercolor, gouache, and colored pencils on some unspectacular watercolor paper. There's a funny... |
Proof @ScottHolyk doesn't take Rejection Well. | 28/11/2022 | Over a week ago now, it was brought to my attention (by coming across my Twitter feed because he was tagging someone I follow over and... |
"Practice Makes Purrfect" by Leanore | 27/11/2022 | I worked with the concept of "The Witch's Familiar" based on "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" and kept it loose and painterly! I created this... |
Yes, Elon Musk owns Twitter. | 21/11/2022 | I don't actually have a heck of a lot to say about it. I just figured since literally every other media outlet, blog, content creator,... |
The Minerva Project is Going Strong! | 17/11/2022 | I know I sort of took a slight detour to get the ArtBook wrapped up and published, but that doesn't mean that Minerva has ever touched... |
I Finally Published an Art Book! | 17/11/2022 | I finally did the thing I've been trying to do for the past 10 years. Actually, it may have been more than that. I honestly lost count.... |
Time for Another #RVUAA! | 27/09/2022 | That's right, boys & girls, it's time for another Red Valkyrie Underground Art Auction! Not shockingly, I will be attending the 3pm to... |
Acrylic Paint: What's it Made Of? | 09/09/2022 | Acrylic paint is one of the most versatile art mediums you can use. Thanks to its durable and water-resistant properties, acrylic paint... |
Working as an Artist: Tips & Advice | 08/09/2022 | The art world is not an easy one to navigate these days. With a global audience and constant access to information, it’s no surprise the... |
Loab: A Ghost in the AI Art Machine? | 07/09/2022 | A string of tweets penned by artist and musician supercomposite has recently gone viral due to their fascinating and unnerving nature.... |
Robert Pattinson to Host Sotheby's Art Auction | 07/09/2022 | Sotheby’s is hosting an auction in New York City, and actor Robert Pattinson is serving as a curator. Swizz Beatz (a record producer who... |
Fall & Halloween Items are Here! | 07/09/2022 | It's September, which means I've started adding all the fun items to the shop that I've been holding onto until Fall! That means seasonal... |
Acrylic Paint: Durable, Versatile, & Easy to Use! | 07/09/2022 | What is Acrylic Paint? Acrylic paint is a type of water-based paint that is typically made of synthetic or natural polymers. The polymers... |
The Art World: What's Hot and What's Not? | 06/09/2022 | The art world is constantly changing and evolving. New trends come and go, and the art market is always on the lookout for what’s hot in... |
Sometimes, I stare at the Moon. | 04/09/2022 | She sits up there alone and cold The Sun's reflection allowing us to behold Her silver face's features too beautiful to discern We're she... |
Pablo Picasso: The Accused Art Thief!? | 03/09/2022 | Let me tell you a Story... Pablo Diego José Francisco de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad... |
Print on Demand Comic Book Publishing for Indie Comic Creators | 31/08/2022 | In the world of independent comics, print on demand is a fantastic alternative to the traditional printing and fulfillment process. POD... |
The Duality of Clowns | 30/08/2022 | The history of clowns is filled with contradictions and duality. On one hand, they are funny and entertaining and on the other, they can... |
6 Alternatives to Photoshop and Clip Studio | 30/08/2022 | Let's try to save everyone some Money, shall we? If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative to fanciful art programs like Adobe... |
"Starglow Cityscape": New Art Drop! | 30/08/2022 | I've been playing around with different colors, gradients, textures, techniques, brushes, filters, and basically everything that my tools... |
Get on Minerva's List! | 24/08/2022 | I am actually at a point in the Minerva project where I feel comfortable promoting it and posting updates for her first comic... |
My Plans for Minerva | 21/08/2022 | I'm obviously working on a solo book that will give everyone a good idea of the sort of fun and delightfully devilish hijinks that you... |
Original Minerva Concept Sketch Now Available! | 18/08/2022 | You can now get yourself an 8x10" enhanced matte art print of the sketch that started it all from the Web Store! This ballpoint pen... |
Telling the story of Minerva's First Book in GIFs | 18/08/2022 | Come back to this post after the book releases and I can almost guarantee you'll audibly laugh. LOL For now, it suits as a fun... |
Minerva is Coming | 16/08/2022 | This project is one that has completely overtaken all of my creative instincts. I did a ballpoint pen sketch one day and ended up with a... |
My First Online Art Auction! #RVUAA | 02/07/2022 | On July 9th, I'll be auctioning off some of my original artwork in the first online art auction. Here's what I'll be putting up for bidding! |
Tips for Avoiding Creative Burn Out | 28/06/2022 | Tips and tricks on how to keep yourself feeling passionate and energized when it comes to working on your creative projects. Working as a... |
We've Expanded the Shipping Area | 18/06/2022 | In addition to having to make sure that shipping charges are applied accurately to the correct items, I also have the sole responsibility... |
The Shop is Going Strong | 17/06/2022 | Things with the digital storefront are going pretty well, all things considered! I've been adjusting the pricing margins and adding... |
First guest column~! | 15/06/2022 | As a duly appointed representative of the city, county and state of Cringe, I am hereby ordering you to gaze it wild wonder at the first... |
Postcard Prints are Here! | 07/06/2022 | I'm making a push to get my artwork into as many hands as possible. The best way to do that? Make it super affordable! That's why I'm... |
Watch me Paint a Hot Redhead! | 03/06/2022 | My return features me painting a hot read-head giving us "Summer Vibes" with a fruity drink and a pair of rose-tinted sunglasses. |
#ArtForSale: The ArtLife Web Store is Open! | 31/05/2022 | Leanore.net is now the home of it's very own Web Store! Shop Art, Stickers, Fashion & More! |
Taking a Breath | 21/05/2022 | I felt like sharing a bit about how important it is to take breaks to prevent burn out. I did so while taking a break. Lol |
ARTiculate with Me: June 3rd | 21/05/2022 | The first video is in the can and scheduled to premiere in the afternoon on the First Friday of June. (Did that Rhyme?) |
YouTube Channel ReLaunch Update! | 20/05/2022 | You've seen me mention it, but when is the Youtube Channel Relaunch happening? I've got some exciting news about my YouTube Channel! It's... |
I've been Busy Making Art & Content! | 19/05/2022 | I want to make sure that I'm keeping everyone updated on my progress with art and content creation! |
Vague Sort-Of Almost Announcement Post | 25/01/2022 | I'm about to make some pretty dramatic changes to the way that my streams and videos will look going forward. I wouldn't call it a total... |
What Joseph Linsner Means to Me | 05/12/2021 | I hope you're ready for a gushing fan girl post, because that's what this is going to be. I have such a deep and longstanding respect and... |
Hey You! Guess What!? | 05/12/2021 | Ko-Fi Membership Tiers are Here! As you may have noticed, by now, I have recently made the update to Membership Tiers over on my Ko-fi... |
I Love My Watercolor Sketchbook | 21/07/2021 | A short tale about making smarter paper choices for my art. |
Don't Kill my "Vibe": 3 Simple habits for happier days | 19/07/2021 | I've been trying to live life a little more "mellow" lately. It's been a little bit difficult but not impossible. |
I've made WAY too many GIFs... | 16/07/2021 | I'm not sure if I'm exaggerating or not actually. I just thought it would be fun to throw some of my favorite custom GIFs that I've made... |
Get Twitchy with It! | 15/07/2021 | Don't forget to follow me over on Twitch! I try my best to stream twice a week. Usually, it's an art and bullshit stream but I do... |
A Funny story about basic analytics | 30/06/2021 | I figured I'd give a summed up version of this story a little jotting down. It could prove to be educational for some folks. There are... |
J. Scott Campbell Appreciation Post! | 24/05/2021 | I found this post, barely started, in the drafts and decided to open it up to finish and post it. What made me laugh out loud is that the... |
Website Updates! | 18/05/2021 | Here's a breakdown of the recent updates and improvements that Leanore has made to the site. |
My First Art-Print Giveaway! | 10/05/2021 | Hey, Hi, Howdy, and Hello! You didn't read that title incorrectly, I'm hosting a giveaway on my OfficialArtLife Twitter account! What you... |
This is a test post... | 20/10/2020 | The best part about this is that I will likely never go back and delete it. If you're reading this... Comment "wahooo!" On a post on my... |
Wow... Where do I start? | 20/10/2020 | I am literally just rambling before bed. Post written on my phone. Because I am terrible. Lol |
TILT Issue 1: an #Indiecomic Fulfilling & Still in Demand! | 02/07/2020 | TILT is an indie, crowdfunded, comic that is written and developed by Doc Hog. It's an action tale surrounding the character Jennifer Polar. |
It's been a while... | 02/07/2020 | I haven't posted and updated blog post in 8 months. |
I started a #Podcast! | 25/11/2019 | Get Lost with Leanore is a podcast where Leanore talks about art, comics, movies, shows, and everything that goes along with it! |
It has been 6 years & this is STILL my most viewed #video on #Youtube! | 20/09/2019 | Even after being on Youtube for over 6 years, this is still my most viewed video on my channel. |
If you Don't like it, Move Along: thoughts on Art Censorship & Rebooting Existing I.P. | 17/09/2019 | My video didn't elaborate much, so I decided to write an article thing about my feelings on art censorship and related topics. |
Fresh Youtube content! : I'm making #Art #Videos Again! | 12/09/2019 | Updates on New Video Content and where to view the Art Life Goodness! |
Beautiful Monsters are Here! | 26/08/2019 | Beautiful Monsters is a themed art collection by indie artist, Leanore. Featuring unique faces created in traditional watercolor. |
It's OK to not be OK. | 12/08/2019 | Have you ever felt less than great? What about hopeless? Do you ever feel like no one cares about what you're feeling or going through?... |
I Have to Try Harder. | 31/07/2019 | I am going to have to really push myself to get my shit together & make you guys proud. Here's my situation, and my plans moving forward. |
What the Fuck is "Spook Hole"? | 25/06/2019 | Greetings! I'm very excited to announce that I will begin promoting my upcoming web series that I have titled "Spook Hole." This series... |
May is gonna be my "Comeback" Month! | 02/05/2019 | I haven't really "gone" anywhere, so that probably sounds really fucking strange for me to be all "I'm making a comeback!" However, it... |
I hate Speaking, here's why | 29/04/2019 | I thoroughly and intensely HATE the act of speaking in a conversational manner. The literal act of talking, or being spoken to, drives me... |
My #Bisexual Identity Crisis | 23/04/2019 | This is a really strange post for me to write. I don't have the dramatic sob story that typically comes with posts and personal stories... |
Heather Antos didn't Troll my Discord Server: But someone did | 04/04/2019 | On March 26th, someone impersonating Heather Antos joined my discord server and posted this: Sure, the post is kinda shitty... but it... |
Why #ComicBook Lovers should be reading Alterna Comics | 27/03/2019 | If you're already a comic book lover, or if you're just interested in checking out the medium... Alterna Comics is a MUST HAVE publisher... |
Twitter Made me into a Chump | 26/03/2019 | About 6 days ago, someone who I'm not going to give any direct attention to decided that they were suddenly the authority on "good art"... |
#MondayMorning: Why do you Forsake Me? | 11/03/2019 | Mondays, for me, are more difficult than most days. At least, usually. This has a lot to do with the fact that I have a day-job at the... |
Done with #Patreon? Try #KoFi! | 17/02/2019 | It isn't a secret that Patreon and it's users have been dealing with some issues lately. Either they've been closing down creator... |
Getting Re-Adjusted | 07/01/2019 | As many of you may already know, Lee and I recently moved into a new apartment. Many of you even helped us get through the rougher patch.... |
Getting to Know Kalista's Face | 12/11/2018 | Part of making sure that I create the best possible book I can, for me, involves becoming overly familiar with my characters.... |
#TROLLSMASHER #comic #PRomo Page is GO! | 09/11/2018 | Well, I finally got a dedicated page on my website set up for the TROLLSMASHER development and production updates. I hope that I can do... |
Making a world, One Map at a Time | 09/11/2018 | So, I'm starting to realize that I'm not just creating some characters - I am literally creating an entire world, a universe even. There... |
Feeling #Optimistic | 09/11/2018 | I've made some real serious progress that is giving me some really high hopes for the development of TROLLSMASHER. I decided to start the... |
#HappyHalloween 2018 | 31/10/2018 | I'm writing this post in more of an obligatory fashion than anything else at this point. I don't have any plans to put effort into... |
Dealing with the #AustinWaterCrisis: a Rant | 25/10/2018 | I've been getting pretty frustrated with the current situation regarding readily available clean water in my hometown and current town of... |
#Inktober is kicking my ass | 24/10/2018 | I have utilized the hashtag at random during previous years, but this is the first year I have attempted to keep up with each and every... |
Introducing TROLLSMASHER | 01/10/2018 | I'd like to announce that work has begun on creating the upcoming webcomic TROLLSMASHER! Below is the first official promotional art and... |
Why I haven't finished my #ComicsGate "Article" | 24/09/2018 | You might not even know what article I'm talking about. I spoke about it briefly on Twitter among a few mutuals. The idea being that I... |
#CaptainMarvel Character Origins | 18/09/2018 | The trailer for the Highly anticipated Captain Marvel feature film was released today and the internet has exploded. I have embedded the... |
I'm sick, So I'm whiny | 13/09/2018 | I'm sick. Sick enough to miss work and I'm actually pretty emotional about it. I currently feel like everyone hates me, and that I am... |
New Self Portrait: I impressed myself | 12/09/2018 | I know I was just talking about artists being hard on themselves, and how I'm struggling with my own style and blah blah blah... HOWEVER,... |
Art Styles: My Internal Struggle | 09/09/2018 | If you follow me on almost any social media outlet you are probably already pretty aware of my struggle with finding "my style". This... |
Discovering Hope: A Short Story | 29/08/2018 | She leaned her body hard against the wall behind her. Her body shook as bitter tears burned through her eyes and poured down her cheeks.... |
Half-Cocked but Back in Action! | 29/08/2018 | First, I need to start off by thanking EVERYONE who showed me support and encouragement when my digital art tabled stopped working.... |
The Broken Tablet: My Tale of Woe | 27/08/2018 | If you follow me on Twitter, you already know that I lost my tablet to the creativity gods yesterday. It was a pretty devastating blow,... |
Art & Site Updates for July | 24/07/2018 | I realized it had been awhile since I had actually posted a worthwhile update on here. Obviously leading to the creation of the post... |
Having a Bad Mental Health Day | 11/07/2018 | It happens to the best of us. A day creeps up on you that's worse than any before it that comes to recent memory. I am currently having... |
Create your Own Custom Font without Special Software | 05/07/2018 | I bet you've already sifted through an obscene number of articles detailing to you how to use Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop to create... |
Why You Need to Make your Own Custom Fonts | 05/07/2018 | As an artist that would someday like to develop and work on a successful comic of some sort, fonts are something that are frequently on... |
#drawthisinyourstyle YoshiSquared's Demon Psychic | 04/07/2018 | I was scrolling through the hashtag #drawthisinyourstyle on Twitter and I came across something by an artist I was already following,... |
The Website is ALIVE | 02/07/2018 | After toiling with it for about 2 weeks I felt confident enough to drop the funds on upgrading and launching the website. If you're... |
I hate Mornings... | 26/06/2018 | “People who get up early in the morning cause war, death and famine.” ― Banksy, Banging Your Head Against a Brick Wall Every single time... |
Insomnia: Part One | 26/06/2018 | Why am I naming this post ''Part One"? I get random bouts of imsomnia pretty often. So often that I am predicting more of these posts.... |
I'm a professional Amateur. | 26/06/2018 | There is a quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson that has always really resonated with me. Every Artist was First an Amateur. I strongly believe... |
My first Blog Confession | 24/06/2018 | I have decided to write my first blog confession. I'm finally in a place where I feel mentally prepared to make these sort of posts. I... |
The Wheels on the Bus. | 20/06/2018 | I am an active user of my local public transit system. Meaning if I am going somewhere by myself, I'm likely to be on a bus. No, I'm not... |
Does anyone still Use DeviantArt? | 19/06/2018 | DeviantArt was the site that every single teen with a remote interest in art or visual aesthetics was obsessed with when I was younger.... |
Finding Myself with a Website... | 18/06/2018 | I have no clue how many, if any, of your will recall that I've had some sort of website to fiddle with since I was 13 years old. Well,... |
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