luniara

I got my start posting on the internet here, in the early 2000s. It was a modest start, but it was also the early days where all people cared about was pageview numbers and drawing for themselves. Back then, I was constantly drawing for ME and expressing what I was going through in my artwork. Which was when I began my yearly 9/11 drawings. Some of them had even been chosen for daily deviations (does that still exist on here), and soon, many of you came to expect it every year and returned to this account, whether I was active or not, as the years went by. Many of you still do. I may forget to post my work here, or any updates at all...but I think of you who return here to see that one single post a year that marks that anniversary of my emotional journey. So this is a thank you to all of those who come here in search of that art and for thinking of me, my family and most importantly, my sister. It tells me my art is doing its job in helping to keep her spirit alive. Your thoughts, your support and whatever else you give matter to me, whether I am active on here or not. At this time, if you would ever like to chat, share your own artwork or meet other artists, you are welcomed to come join my Art discord! https://discord.gg/qdkBvs3juw

For those unaware, for the last some months, I was taking care of my Father on and off during his stays between hospitals and skilled nursing rehabs. Back in June he became ill and nearly lost his life after being on life support for almost two weeks. He never fully recovered, especially due to the skilled nursing facilities inept and horrid care levels (thanks to our wonderful healthcare system! MURICA). I tried so hard to get him back to his level of health I previously had accomplished but his body was tired of fighting and he passed away last Wednesday. For those that know me, my Father taught me to draw when I was just a young girl. He always encouraged me, bought me so many art supplies, showed me different mediums and engaged in painting with me as well. He is the reason I am the artist I am today and always told me how proud he was of me. Going through his belongings, I noticed he kept every single silly hand-made card I ever made him. Right down to a poorly drawn Scooby Doo saying "I ROVE RU! REHEHEHE". I am trying my best to be strong, but I find it difficult to draw.

Hey Guys! I know I do not actively participate here as much as I used to, but I do browse around and check comments. To be quite honest, it's not because I do not have the time, but the...new layout is absolutely confusing and horrible. I can not even find my old journal posts or figure out how to duplicate the layouts. What happened? Anyways, today I wanna promote my etsy shop. With cons just not happening in our country due to COVID-19, all my merch is readily available on Etsy and has been shipping every week. I am also updating the shop with new designs monthly. Right now I am having a 25% off $10 or more (or just 10% off) and Free Shipping Sale on every item. This INCLUDES ORIGINAL ART. Yep. If you even want to make a request for past original art, let me know and I will list it. The sale will continue until Sept 30th, but as long as cons are not going on, I will continue sales. Afterall, holiday season is coming! To check out the shop, visit https://www.Etsy.com/shop/LuniShop or https://www.luniara.com for a list of links to other stuff. I am also heavily building my twitter and instagram accounts, so please come check it out and give it a follow.