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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

My key registration templates just arrived! Laser cut acrylic to my exact spec. They came out so nice, can't wait to make some prints!! #printmaking #artist #makingart

A close up of the acrylic keying template. It has engravings with the dimensions of the paper and the block, and an engraved slot to key the paper.

Two sizes of the transparent acrylic keying templates.

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CIHstudios @cihstudios.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

The rules of the house. (I'll make 'em into stickers if they get passed around enough)

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Liquoricelino Printmaking @liquoricelino.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Whoops! Handmade lino print on paper. #birds #art #linocut #linoprint #printmaking Liquoricelino.etsy.com

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StNilsson @stnilsson.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Quick inking practice to get out of a slump 🖤💀🖤 #inksketches #inking #skeletoncharacter #ink #inkingpractice #art #drawing

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The new oil based ink is looking goooood! I was a bit eager and made a few prints before the first layer was dry enough, but doing the rest tomorrow and I'm sure they'll turn out great! #printmaking #linocut #illustration #artist

Two prints of an illustration. The illustration depicts a woman playing guitar.

Shows the process of rolling ink onto a linoleum block for printing.

Black ink being rolled before applying to the print block.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

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Corbie Wake @corbiewake.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

A raven, hunched. The first sticker. He sits where he is put. Not all of them do. #art

A hunched raven in woodcut-style linework, deep plum outlines over warm brown and amber hatching, a pale gold ring around the eye, on a transparent background.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

First test key print of the new design! I really like it, tho I might make a few small tweaks. Gonna start on the tone layer next, and I ordered some new black ink that should be 100% opaque and give the finish I want. 🤞 Can't wait! #art #printmaking #linocut #pinup

A black and white print of an illustration. It's a pretty girl playing guitar.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

While the cat prints are drying I'm preparing the next linocut design. It'll be 20x30cm this time which should be big enough for the details. Better sharpen the tools! #art #linocut #printmaking #pinup

Illustration of a woman playing a guitar, floating in a space of notes.

The design transferred to a linoleum block.

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Mr. Toon | VT @thedarkcartoon.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Attention passengers your trip with Mr. Toon's Traveling is about to depart. Pinups — €80 Comic strips — €110 Posters — €165 DM to book your LIMITED seat!

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Ack! Noticed when it dried, the first layer bled through the black! Might need to wait 48h instead before applying the black layer. Also carved the background layer to minimize overlap. Giving it another run in a day or two, hopefully it turns out better. #art #printmaking #linocut #traditionalart

Closeup of a linocut print where it shows the background color bleeding through the black layer ontop.

Closeup of the linoleum block where additional details have been carved.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

First batch of 6 is done! Getting everything right was so much work and just deciding on format and materials was overwhelming, but I'm so happy with the results! The oil based inks are so much better. #art #printmaking #cat #linocut

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

AI agent coming in commenting on my art work?! Get the fuuuuck outta my face! #noai

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

First pass of the first run! The new inks are oil based and dry slower, so it wasn't as stressful which I appreciate greatly. They were supposed to clean up with soapy water but there was no way. Mineral spirits did the trick just fine tho. #art #TraditionalArt #linocut #printmaking

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

I bought some classic lino, but unfortunately it's not super fresh. It's workable after conditioning it with linseed oil for a few hours but it's still crumbly if I go too deep. A bit miffed at the supplier honestly. Still, plans are proceeding! #art #linocut #printmaking #traditionalart

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

The first complete test print came out... ok. The ink coverage isn't great and kinda splotchy. Happy with the design tho! Shaky and weak today so it's time for some rest. #art #cat #printmaking #linocut

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Both plates are ready for a test run! Just did the color plate. I'll let it dry overnight and put on the key tomorrow. Exciting to see if they line up well enough or if the poor cat will get entirely crosseyed 🤣 #art #linocut #cat

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Carving the key block went well though. Hope the minor slipups aren't too displeasing in the print. I do enjoy the imperfections of block printing though as it adds to the uniqueness and physicality of it. #art #cat #kitty #linocut #printmaking

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SuRhou @surhou.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Low saturated artwork

Humanoid being at focal point, struck with light. It has long hair and three horns. Behind is a landscape made of mountainous land, a large body of water and clouds above.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Had some difficulty with transferring this one. Can't get too hot or the lino deforms, too cold and nothing happens. And my sink top not being flat didn't help heating things evenly... Gonna try another technique next time. #art #cat #kitty #linocut #printmaking

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I just started with linocuts last week and did some prints! I'm so happy with how my first ever print turned out. 🤩 I'll definitely do more soon. #linocut #art #pinup #printmaking #music

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Yup, the time has come. Gonna start posting stuff again and try not to get demotivated. I've just finished a commission for a friend that I'll post soon, and I'm about to get started with lino printing! More on that later...

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Jabberwick ⭐🎪👁️ @jabberwick.com · 22/07/2026

Hey there! I'm just putting out feelers in search of UK-based mutuals who would be able to host me short-term sometime within the next 2 months. No certainty of anything yet, just preparing for worst-case-scenarios!

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Oh, you can disable notifications about likes here now? I tell you, I *hate* likes. I mean, do press that like button, but I don't like what the concept does to me mentally. It's never enough and it demotivates me knowing the number. I just rather not know. Maybe I should consider posting again...

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Ludospex @ludospex.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

My Quirky & Perky portrait pack just released on itch! A fine collection of silly characters for your next project! Go check it out! Right now! #indiedev #gamedev #pixelart #gameassets #cartoon #comic ludospex.itch.io/quirky-perky...

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Quirky & Perky - Character portrait variety pack by ludospex

Fun comic style characters for your story

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Mateus [ Thian & Zarvin ] @mateusboga.itch.io · 27/06/2026

nige argument! unfortunately, I made a meme in which I'm the chad and you get back problems

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Sam Payne Art @paynless2011.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Happy Summerween, y’all! All done with this Luna Moon pinup for @adamthemovieguy96 . Luna is shown here sipping on her favorite cocktail, a Nightmare on Bourbon Street, and (almost) wearing a bikini from Scaredricks of Horrorwood. Vampire skull prop provided by Vlad’s Old-Ass Bones.

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Sam Payne Art @paynless2011.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Here’s an unused (slightly modified) cover sketch from about a year and a half ago. I still think it makes for a fun pinup sketch. #pinup #pinupsketch #pinupgirl #goodgirlart #procreate #fy

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squadanonymously.bsky.social @squadanonymously.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

For #SaveMuppet3DVision Any relate to #muppets in any misc, keep that hashtag up to show love & support. Pretty plz keep it going for the lovers dreamers & our #childhood !🫶 www.change.org/p/save-muppe...

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Save MuppetVision 3D at Disney's Hollywood Studios

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CIHstudios @cihstudios.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Can't let World Goth Day go by without sharing some Minervas.

Spooky girl showing off a spiderweb cape with live spiders

Spooky girl shooing off a giant spider about to eat a hapless mailman, captioned "... y'see, it looks like one of our boys went missing in your neighborhood.."

Spooky girl training a werewolf named Creighton.

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Mateus [ Thian & Zarvin ] @mateusboga.itch.io · 20/05/2025

Demon girl very interested in hearing your bargain #art

Drawing of a female demon sitting in mid-air, with her hand on her cheek, looking at the viewer with a curious and mischevious expression. She has two wings, two black horns, pointy ears and a tail, and is dressed in somewhat provocative clothes, all in tones of red and orange.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

My base level these days. #DailySketch 🔥 14 #Art #ComicArt #FanArt #Meep

The muppet Meep in dramatic lighting. Illustration by ToonSpex.

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StNilsson @stnilsson.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

Line-up of some of the main characters from my comic In the Shadow of a Town #comic #comiclineup #characterlineup #lineup #characterdesign #oc #ocart #art #comicart

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Sam Payne Art @paynless2011.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

It’s BEEEEEE-kini season!🐝👙 I’ve been working on this commission piece for a bit but I BEElieve 😆she’s finally done! This one is inspired by a recent post from model/ performer, @alana_afterdark (thanks for posting cool poses, Alana). Up next: more bikinis, of course!

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Well if it ain't spring already. That means staying in and drawing others enjoying the sun! So here's my Nico enjoying a soda. Cheers! #Art #PinupArt #ComicArt #OC #CharacterDesign #Nico

A young woman sitting on a bench, enjoying a soda. Illustration by Toonspex.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Well if it ain't spring already. That means staying in and drawing others enjoying the sun! So here's my Nico enjoying a soda. Cheers! #Art #PinupArt #ComicArt #OC #CharacterDesign #Nico

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Doodling her again. Whuts'er'name I wonder..? Nichole? Nico. Could work. Yeah, let's call her Nico, short for Nichole. Nico is also a great album by Blind Melon. #Art #PinupArt #OC #Nico #ComicArt

Cartoon illustration of a woman, by Toonspex.

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 17/05/2025

Doodling her again. Whuts'er'name I wonder..? Nichole? Nico. Could work. Yeah, let's call her Nico, short for Nichole. Nico is also a great album by Blind Melon. #Art #PinupArt #OC #Nico #ComicArt

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Toonspex @toonspex.bsky.social · 25/03/2025