iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 23h

🎶🎶It's hard to keep a guard up When your heart gets too attached So I put all my armor One piece at a time Helmet for the drama Keeps me out of sight Shield around my heart So I don't break it twice🎶🎶🎶 #johnmichaelhowell

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Having horchata with a burrito just feels right.

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Update!!! #inktober is approaching and I'm almost done filling up my sketchbook with #webcomic concept art and other projects. I am also back into writing again before I start working on my other story. How's your Tuesday going? #sketchbook #comic

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Faith Erin Hicks @faitherinhicks.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Something I want to ask my fellow mid-career creatives: how are you fighting burnout these days? How are you getting your creative mojo going again after a decade+ of working in the same creative space?

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Realizing I have to get better drawing the height difference between the protagonists. #comic #webcomic

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Fall cleaning vs. Me Winner: me drinking coffee with an (almostish) picked up house

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Love the tune John Michael Howell!

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Tony DiTerlizzi @diterlizzi.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The first couple days of THE WUMP book tour have been great! It feels good to be back on the road, visiting bookshops and schools. I hope to see you at one of my public events!📚✍️

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🎶🎶🎶I'll tell you the story of a warrior who fought the fight of love With every wound he wore, he raised his sword.... He arose with a hope inside his heart Right through the scars Now they tell the story of a warrior who fought the fight Who fought the fight of love🎶🎶🎶 #dailylife #lyrics

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

September is coming to a close, #lightboxexpo and #inktober here we come!!!

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LightBox Expo @lightboxexpo.com · 24/09/2026

Artists need a new path. Join Ending the Era of the Starving Artist at LightBox Expo Join Bobby Chiu and Jim Bryson as they discuss a new path forward for artists in their panel, "Ending the Era of the Starving Artist” Tickets still available! See you Oct. 23-25 in Pasadena! Link in bio

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Inktober is approaching, perhaps Betty Boop and rubber hose would be inspiring

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I don't need a balance in my life, what I need is harmony.

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🎶🎶🎶Cause I hear a voice and He calls me redeemed When others say I'll never be enough And greater is the One living inside of me Than he who is living in the world🎶🎶🎶 #mercyme #dailylife

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Having fun at #alphaomegacon today!!! There are so many people here putting their passion for Christ and their love of comics!!! Anyway, I am finally bts for my webcomic ( the name is secret). I have already have the script done- concwpt art is on the way. More in store soon😉 #comiccon #dailyife

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Victoria Maderna @victoriamaderna.com · 04/09/2026

Shiny. Gouache on paper. #septempera painting number 2 all done! I love magpies, also a little nod to one of my favorite TV shows.

Painting in gouache of a magpie with a hat on an oak branch holding a gold coin in her beak.

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Beanie (Alina T) @whatsupbeanie.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Just wanted to draw Sephie wearing cute little human clothes hehe. Markers and pencils❤️

A marker drawing of a pink haired woman and a little cat wearing human clothes walking together

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Pumpkin season is here and it's still September. Might as well enjoy it

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

SURPRISE I am back!!! Heres some #wip for my #webcomic You will be seeing more behind the scenes and other projects in the upcoming months. Also, put it on your calendar- your girl is doing #inktober !!!

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Anyways, I keep learning that flexibility is important for life and not just for creatives. I just have to keep going and enjoy what I have accomplished. Stay tune, #inktober is on its way! #dailylife

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Look what I found at my library's bookstore! I have been reading alot of Shannon Hale lately- I can't wait to put this on my shelf. Love the artwork! #booksky

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Got my issue of #imaginefx for this month? I enjoyed reading the section of @timprobert especially over his #lightfall series. How's your #monday?

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Just some goals for the future. I am juggling on my projects with more stride this week which makes me feel good. But what I learned is this and I hope this could you too: don't look for a perfect time just sculpt the opportunity when you can. How's your Tuesday going?

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Hazel @hylleberq.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Wip, I can do it!💪

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

My normal: Juggling with projects and daily stuff while trying to relax and get creative.

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Jon Densk @jondensk.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

My animation gets weird late at night

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Morghan A. Bedford - LFW @teatigercafe.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Old sketchbook pages from 2016/2017?

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

FYI, the projects are the way. Just wait while I post on my progress. Definitely we are on for the ride👍

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

It's been awhile since I posted my artwork and this verse reflects what I've been planning on doing. I really want to share the stories I created but I have to be wise about what I am showing especially that it's not just for you and me but also Him.

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Verse of the day: “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” - Proverbs 16:3 #jesuschrist #bible #bibleverse #dailylife

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Vanessa Gillings @vanessagillings.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

A little gift painting I made a few months ago for my dear friend Taryn -- happy Friday, friends! #kidlitart #watercolor #gouache

calm watercolor and gouache painting of a blonde girl in a green gingham dress sitting on a rock in a forest holding a cup of tea while a fox and a rabbit sit by her

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Morghan A. Bedford - LFW @teatigercafe.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I need to do more spreads like this 💛

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Just some #superman reading for today. I like how (spoiler alert) that the story is told by the people that the Man of Steel is connected to including Luthor and Lana Lang. Still working on my projects for the Fall including some #promo art. How's your Tuesday going?

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David Petersen @mouseguard.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

SDCC Booth 4606: Get a copy of the Mouse Guard RPG! Tabletop roleplaying where every player is a Guardmouse exploring and protecting The Territories

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Just doing some research for a future project. As I mentioned before (I think) , I write Middleschool and YA fiction so I want to get ready for what's ahead. How's your Wednesday going? #kidlit #dailyife

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

I'm thinking of posting my summer vacation and the books I am reading while getting ready for the Fall, especially #inktober. How's your Wednesday?

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Eating Thai and reading can make quite an appetite. #booksky #dailylife

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

I've gotten the Wolfwalkers one, this would definitely my Christmas present #cartoonsaloon #book #booklover

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Going over its pages inspires and gives me the push I need for my own projects. I've been away from social media for a good reason- creating more and exploring the worlds I have in store for you all. See you in the Fall!!!

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ThatBusyMel @busymelcreates.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Graduation-check. Summer cleaning- check. Attend a library workshop- check. Buy the Art of Tangled book at the library bookstore-also checked😄 #tangled #Rapunzel #disney

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Character Design References @characterdesign.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

The Art of Julien Delval → buff.ly/2Xh2IGS #artist #portfolio #illustration #art

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Beanie (Alina T) @whatsupbeanie.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Some whimsy spotted on the sidewalk garden during one of my walks 🥺.

Photo of a little garden where toy gnomes are sitting in a little house and a small pot has little miniature toy treats on it

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SCBWI @scbwi.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

You can download this badge by logging into scbwi.org clicking Member Home and then clicking My Resources and SCBWI Summer Conference 2026 Social Media Badge Haven't registered yet? Sign up at scbwi.org

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