Pretty Pony Pictures of Mine [against] Emptiness and Self-Hate · 4:32am Oct 13th, 2023
I had a lot of free time these last two weeks. Took some time off from real world concerns to spend time with pony friends. To celebrate a particular 13th anniversary. To plan for the year ahead, and all the exciting turns pony might take me next.
I wish I could say I was in a creative burnout, but my own mind—even as I’ve made several big leaps, allowing me to make this post in the first place—is really kicking me while I’m down. So, as the depressive thoughts weigh back in, I’m taking a moment to share pieces picturing just a few of the most precious ponies I have: I wish I could have art for them all. I hope the visual stimuli are as welcome an extension to your pony experience as they have been for me. Thank you for your interest. And I know I’ll be back to writing soon enough.
— Morning Flame, AKA ‘Reckless’
And very soon, some proper art for Sea Dreams.
“I got my cutie mark on the ship, at the edge of two worlds. I was told I had a purpose, and maybe a talent. I didn’t know what it was, there. And while all the stories I’ve heard and lived through have taught me a lot, I’m still not there. But I know that if I cling to the heroes I have, here, I can stay in this world a little longer, and maybe, just maybe, find that feeling. That purpose beyond life.”
She smiled so gently. “And so I hope—I really hope, and always will hope—if we keep close, our worlds will intertwine, we’ll realize our dreams, and we won’t ever fear living a purposeless life alone.”
What a pretty art!
I wish you well in this struggle against depressive thoughts. The fall season makes it all more severe, but it's my belief that everything often is not as bad as it seems.
This is very good art, and as somebody who's experienced a lot of work-related creative burnout this year I wish you luck.
So many beautiful pieces! Your characters really feel so alive and wonderful n_n
Luck with the depression, it's a struggle for sure.
Your characters are wonderful and the art really makes them come to life. They’re all very beautiful!
Good luck with working through the depression. I know it can be hard, I’ve been there myself. Take care of yourself, please. Remember you have friends here and we are here for you, always.
Ponies make life better.
Best wishes to you.
Lots of cute and cool art. Thanks for sharing.