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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Interor illustration for "Small Magics" by author Ilona Andrews, published in a special edition by Subteranean Press in 2019. If you want to grab a print of this one, there's a link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Painted Matoya from Final Fantasy XIV for Magic: The Gathering x FINAL FANTASY ✨ Another MTG commission that I feel incredibly lucky to have been part of. I didn’t know Matoya before painting this (only played 7-10), but I enjoyed bringing her to life. #MTGxFINALFANTASY #FinalFantasyXIV #Matoya

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

First cover I painted for "Blood Heir" by author Ilona Andrews, published in 2020. The Kate Daniels book series is my favorite series of all time. Love that Julie got her own book! ❤️ Want to grab a print of this one, there's a link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

I think this might just be my favorite commission of all time. When Wizard of the Coast asked me to illustrate my favorite game character from Final Fantasy 10, Yuna, I was completely over the moon! So many cherished childhood memories 🥰 #finalfantasy10 #fantasyart #mtg

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The second cover I painted for "Blood Heir" by author Ilona Andrews, a special edition by Arcane Society, 2023. The Kate Daniels book series is my favorite series. Love that Julie got her own book! ❤️ Grab a print of this one, link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

These are my first “real” Magic: The Gathering cards from the new Reality Fracture expansion! I got to paint Thalia in two versions, her normal self and as a ghost 👻 If you’re interested in my first Artist Proofs, please sign up to my Newsletter on my website. #thalia #realityfracturereality #mtg

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The Baylor Sisters, Catalina, Nevada and Arabella, from the urban fantasy romance series “The Hidden Legacy” by author Ilona Andrews. Loved hiding some Easter eggs in here! :D If you want to grab a print of this one, there's a link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

COME SEE MY EXHIBITION ✨ On 19–20.09. I’ll be showing this year’s selection of personal work. There’ll be oil paintings, gouache portraits, gouache landscapes & charcoal work! So I’m confident there’s something for everyone! Would love to see you there! #openateliers #artexhibition #gouache

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This is an interior illustration of our beloved Dina ❤️ for "Innkeeper Chronicles" by author Ilona Andrews, published in a special edition by Subteranean Press in 2024. If you want to grab a print of this one, there's a link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Book cover for "Iron & Magic" by author Ilona Andrews, published in a special edition by Arcane Society in 2023. Loved this story so much! What an honor to get to paint my version of Hugh and Elara.❤️ For prints there's a link to my INPRNT store in my bio. #ilonaandrews #fantasyart #bookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

New book cover illustration for @mystery.press and @calliehartauthor for the Czech edition of "Brimstone". Love a fierce fiery lady! For a look behind the scenes, hop over to my Patreon to see how this was made. Prints are on my INPRNT :) Both links in bio. #quicksilver #calliehart #bookcoverart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Book cover I painted recently for the delightful @kuliashawrites and @orbitbooks_us ✨ You can find a behind-the-scenes post on my Patreon if you're curious about how this one came together (link in bio). 🧑‍🎨 Making Bigfoot dangerous and sexy was quite the challenge 😂 #fantasyart #fantasybookcover

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Prints & Character Cards for @ilona_andrews "This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me" are LIVE ✨ Pre-order: May 1st-May 15th, 2026 (closes 8 PM CEST/Berlin time). Signed fine art prints & character cards luisapreissler.de/collections/... Unsigned prints via INPRNT www.inprnt.com/gallery/luis... #fantasyart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Signed art prints and character cards for @ilona_andrews "This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me" will go live May 1st, pre-order only and for a limited time. Stay tuned and subscribe to my newsletter to not miss out! Link in bio. #thiskingdomwillnotkillme #ilonaandrews #fantasyart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

✨ She's done! My gouache portrait of Edea Kramer from Final Fantasy VIII is my tribute to a game that shaped part of who I am. FF8 was the very first FF I played, I was completely in awe & played like it was sacred. Did you play FF8? Who was YOUR favourite character? #finalfantasy #finalfantasyart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

A bit late to the party, but happy #portfolioday ! 🥳 I'm Luisa, a fantasy illustrator for book covers and MtG cards. I also mentor beginner and advanced artists. I take commissions from self publishing authors from time to time, if the project fits. Email me, link in bio. #fantasyart #bookcoverart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Happy book birthday "This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me"! 🎈🎂🥳 The new epic fantasy novel by @ilona_andrews is out now, so go and grab your copy! :) Here's my take on Everard. Hope you enjoy ❤️😘 #thiskingdomwillnotkillme #fantasyart #bookishart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Another book cover illustration I painted for @ilona_andrews ! ✨ This time, it's for the French special edition of "This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me" and I'm so excited to finally share it with you. ❤️ Swipe for detail shots and the final layout. #thiskingdomwillnotkillme #fantasyart #bookcoverart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

"Maggie The Undying", for one of my favorite authors, @ilona_andrews , and her upcoming novel "This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me" (out March 31!) ✨ I had full creative freedom, which made this again one of the most fun projects. You can catch more of my painting process on Patreon. 🎨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

My first oil painting study! Oh boy! 🤦 It started off as a total catastrophe (more on that later) and I was like "Naaah, I hate this, definitely gonna go with gouache". But the further I pushed, the more fun it was and now I have a problem. 🙆 #oilportrait #oilpainting #figurativeart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

Time to bring a little digital art magic back to my feed ✨ After taking a small vacation from digital art this year to recharge (I have been quietly working on a few projects in the background👀), I’m excited to bring both of my art worlds together again. #digitalart #fantasyart #fantasyillustration

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Impressions from my latest exhibition ✨ I recently had the pleasure of exhibiting my work together with @susanne_henke_arts at Concept Vermögensmanagement in the heart of Bielefeld. ❤️ Almost all of my paintings have found a temporary home there until April. #artexhibiton #landscapeart #gouacheart

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Painting windows again and loving it 💚🌱 From my trip to England/Cotswolds last year. A new piece for my upcoming exhibition in September :) #gouache

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

A few years ago, I was burned out, chasing an art career that didn’t fulfill me. If I could tell my younger self anything, it would be this: Create what feels right, not what you think others expect. Trust your own path and it will lead to something more fulfilling. What would you tell yours?

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

Happy New Year! 🎉 Let's make it a good one. First goal of 2025: Film and publish my #gouache course.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

What I wish every beginner artist knew about patience is that mastery takes time. Be kind to yourself as you learn, and understand that every artist faces challenges along the way.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Gouache: I love you, but why do you dry so fast?! Anyone else constantly battling the clock? ⏳🎨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

What I wish every beginner artist knew about comparing themselves to others is that every artist's journey is unique. Focus on your own growth and progress, and celebrate your individual milestones.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

The ‘Oops’ Moments: That feeling when you accidentally ruin a painting with one wrong stroke... but then you remember—gouache can be used opaquely to fix anything! ✨ 😅 Who else loves the versatility of gouache?

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Anyone else feel like color mixing is like a science experiment? One drop too many and you’ve created something unidentifiable! 😂🎨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 14/11/2024

If you want to make it as an artist, stop waiting for inspiration to strike. Start creating, and inspiration will find you in the process.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

What I wish every beginner artist knew about fear is that it's a normal part of being creative. Rather than allowing it to stop you, use it as a driving force to push through and challenge yourself.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 12/11/2024

3 things I do every day to keep my shit together as an artist: 1) Practice patience with my progress—I acknowledge that growth takes time and remind myself to be patient with my journey, celebrating each small step forward (1/2) ⬇️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 11/11/2024

Most people don’t know this, but building an artist’s career isn’t just about talent. While skill opens doors, it’s persistence, adaptability, and the courage to keep learning that truly shape success. Talent may spark the journey, but resilience keeps the fire burning. 🔥

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 08/11/2024

If I could go back and change one thing, I’d make decisions bolder and faster. Those who iterate, test, and adapt quickly—without getting stuck in overthinking—find progress and results so much sooner.

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 07/11/2024

Here’s the truth about making it as an artist: you need endless patience and the grit to get up every time you stumble. It’s not just talent; it’s the determination to keep going, to improve, and to believe in your vision, even when you’ve been knocked down more times than you can count. 💪

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 06/11/2024

Feeling nostalgic for the epic Norwegian landscapes that first drew me into gouache. These scenes are from my recent travels - places that stayed with me long after I packed up my paints. Some of these pieces mark the beginning of my gouache journey. Hope you enjoy them! 🌱

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 05/11/2024

Artists, I wish I knew this sooner: it’s easy to lose the joy in painting when you focus on the 'shoulds' instead of your true passions. When I leaned back into what I loved painting, the joy came rushing back. Follow your passion; that's where the magic lives. ✨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 04/11/2024

Hi, I'm Luisa, I'm an artist, and I'm looking for people who - follow their passions - crave a bit of peace & quiet - need sunlight and warmth to fully function ☀️ - grow through challenges - want to create a life that blooms with color and joy 🌸 🌱

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 02/11/2024

Chasing that elusive creative flow while painting? It’ll find you when you follow your curiosity, your passion, and what genuinely brings you joy. Trust the process—it knows the way! 🎨✨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 01/11/2024

Artists! I'm curious, which part brings you more happiness—the process or the finished painting? Or is it really both? 🎨 My answer ⬇️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 31/10/2024

A moment of appreciation for my painting: "Monet's Window". 🌱 🪟 This piece marked a huge turning point for me — my first piece in a new style, new medium, new series and honestly, the beginning of a new art journey. ✨

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 30/10/2024

My #gouache process explained: 1) I started with colored pencil, carefully distinguishing between the pink petals and the green leaves. 2) Next step was building up the layers of gouache from the lightest shades to the deepest tones. (1/2) ⬇️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 30/10/2024

Artists! What would your art look like if you painted what you truly wanted, not what you felt you ‘should’ create? My answer ⬇️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 29/10/2024

A year ago, mornings felt like dragging myself through a heavy gray haze. I didn't want to get out of bed, didn't want to force myself to do things that would only drain me further. (1/3)

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 29/10/2024

Though I often paint #Italy, my art isn’t truly about Italy. It’s about capturing warmth, freedom, the quiet joy of contentment—moments that feel like a perpetual vacation. ☀️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 28/10/2024

Artists! How often do you let yourself ‘just play’ with your art? No expectations, no outcomes—just the fun of creating. My answer ⬇️

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Luisa J. Preissler @luisapreissler.bsky.social · 28/10/2024

Believing you can make it as an artist requires naïveté—a willingness to trust that it is possible and to notice those small signs you’re on the right path. Sure, it’s easy to fall back into old habits of self-doubt, but choosing to believe opens doors that doubt never will.

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