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TrueRef by Abbey Esparza @trueref.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

TrueRef X Loish (@loish.bsky.social) drops next week 🤍🤍 TrueRef: Just the reference you were looking for

art pose reference of a woman floating in a fetal like pose.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

ohhh thanks so much for helping out with this!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

huge inspiration!! his art was definitely on my reference board for these.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

confession: I once took pictures of my own feet as reference and I felt like I was doing something illegal.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

that sounds like a utopia. blob supremacy

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

haha it's like people are either disgusted or fascinated by feet, no in between 😂

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

or you could just see feet as weird hands.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

so strange! it blocks certain search terms too. I use pinterest to find inspiration images for my monthly challenges on patreon - I just wanna see how other artists have drawn a similar subject. and sometimes it blocks suggestions for a board based on the board's title!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

so far, I have gotten a tarantino mention on every platform I posted these on 🥲

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

yesss! I definitely referenced a few of adorkastock's feet for these studies. So good!!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

They're hard to draw, and even harder to search on pinterest. I swear, my intentions were pure!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

i'm so glad you enjoy those!!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

thanks! it's something that's really bothering me. people are really locked into platforms and apps these days. i worry about younger generations not knowing how to investigate something. it makes them so vulnerable to scams but also unchecked apathy and paranoia.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Dang yall, thanks so much for the support 😭 Usually I ignore the random AI accusations but I wanted to take the chance to talk about how important it is to do your research in times like these. Didn't expect to get soooo many kind comments though! We gotta stick together, my beloved art community ♥️

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

that's what i'm discovering! it's a lot of fun to just gently and gradually layer.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

i agree with this! sometimes i have regrets but usually i find creative ways to 'make it work' basically.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

haha yep! i think it all the time too. I just think: ohh i should go back a few steps. and then i realize that i simply cannot.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

I’m experimenting more with layering my colored pencils. It’s so satisfying! But also easy to overdo it, which is an eternal struggle I face as a digital artist without an undo button.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

for some reason i really like wearing warm clothes with bare feet. 😅

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The unique comfort of wearing a huge sweater, curling up into a ball, and scrolling endlessly.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I made a free resource pack for painting water! It has brushes, a video tutorial, step-by-steps, and more. Check it out here: links.loish.net/water-pack/

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Just a round squishy doodle.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I've often been asked how I make my art so flowy. I made a whole video about it! Watch it here: www.patreon.com/loish/posts/...

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I just launched a new print collection! The Splash collection features 11 of my favorite water-themed paintings as prints. They come in two sizes and you get 15% off if you buy 3 or more! Orders close in 9 days, so don’t wait too long 🌊 Find them here: loish.shop/collections/...

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dark meets light ⚫⚪ I’m hooked on painting chromatic aberration effects by hand. Even more fun than just hitting the filter button!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Still trying to find my flow with colored pencils. Every time still feels like the first time, so I’m trying to find a workflow that I can replicate. More to come! ✏️

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Psst - this is for artists who feel like their work looks chaotic or boring! I made a tutorial on 5 ways to boost your focal point. I do some paint-overs and show you some easy tricks to lead the eye 👁️ Find it here - www.patreon.com/loish/posts/...

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Sunsets are so pretty, but whatever you do, DON’T look directly at the sun!! Be safe: look at paintings of the sun instead. I am posting these for your personal eye health. You’re welcome!

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

dang. that's such a good idea actually.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I just launched a new tier on my Patreon: the Ember tier 🌟 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For $2.50, you get a monthly wallpaper pack, early access to my art, and year-round access to discounted prints! If you want to support me but wanna skip tutorials and challenges, this is for you 💛 patreon.com/loish/membership

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Reaching for a star ✨ This one turned out christmassy and summery at the same time. Did you know that Christmas in July is a thing? Consider this my contribution 🎄

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

This one started as a drawing in my sketchbook, and then she blossomed into a digital painting 🌸 Still on my lifelong quest to paint the roundest, chunkiest, most squishable roses.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

It’s warm again and I’m craving the beach. But not just any beach. Specifically a beach with beautiful cliffs, crystal clear ice-cold water, and vibrant green algae. I don’t live near one of those so I will draw it instead 🌊

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

perspective is so hard, i just avoid it for the most part haha.

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

oh noooo did it get flagged or something?

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

haha thanks! it took me forever to think of a basic shape that was tilted forward 🥲

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Lighting doesn’t have to be so complicated. If you memorize basic lighting, you can use that as a starting point for a bunch of different styles! Join the lazy club and use shortcuts like I do 😌 I have a video that explains everything ~ find it here: www.patreon.com/loish/posts/...

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Loish @loish.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Wrinkles and textured skin are beautiful, vibrant, and full of life. Folds and loose skin have beautiful shapes and volumes. If you view aged skin through the eyes of an artist, you gain a deep appreciation of its beauty 🖤