At the Voyager’s Workshop, I specialize in handcrafted custom maps and fantasy storytelling art. To find out more about what services I offer and how I go about helping you tell meaningful stories, visit me at thevoyagersworkshop.com !

#ttrpg #mapmaking #handmade #cartography #fantasyart #noai

New video! I talk about my process of writing my novels, check it out! youtu.be/NrK-wktDv5A?...

Fascinating ✨

"AI features are crowding into Google search, Gmail, iPhones, Windows laptops, and other products. If you're suffering from AI overload, these settings can help."

Hey #kidlitartpostcard!

🍁I’m interested in picture books, early reader books
🍁I’m repped by Lynnette Novak at @seymouragency.bsky.social
🍁View more of my work here www.gortmanillustration.com

Unapologetically read what gives you joy and strength and ignites a fire inside. Arm yourself with facts, with stories, with possibilities. There are those who don’t want you to know all you can be. Who want to imprison you with woe. They want you small. Devour words and build to dizzying heights.

Good thread on how publishing payments are structured. Brace yourself.

If you're not reading picture books, you're doing it wrong.

Super exciting news from Cincinnati Children's about a new approach to treat allergic diseases, including #foodallergies, by reshaping the immune system with mRNA.
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Today is #HobbitDay because both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins were born on September 22nd. Normally we'd shire a hobbit pun or two but it might just feel like a tolkien gesture and we don't want to embarrass our elves. Anyway come and boromir #Tolkien books.

"When Mr. Bilbo Baggins of Bag End announced that he would shortly be celebrating his eleventy-first birthday with a party of special magnificence, there was much talk and excitement in Hobbiton."

Happy Hobbit Day, and happy birthday Bilbo and Frodo!

#LOTR

Happy reading!

Today's the day! THE FARAWAY FOREST is finally hitting shelves everywhere 💖 If you're looking for a cozy & comforting story, I hope you'll consider picking up a copy for yourself or a young reader in your life! 🌲📮

Order links: www.debbiefong.com/thefarawayfo... 💌
#kidlit #bookbirthday

The author of The Penderwicks series, Jeanne Birdsall, has a new book, THE LIBRARY OF UNRULY TREASURES. In our interview, she talks about writing a new series, world-building, what she hopes her books give to readers, and more. imaginationsoup.net/author-inter... #authorinterview #kidlit

Hey #kidlit illustrators!

We’re beginning to think through a mythology-themed beginning-reader series. I'm looking for someone w/ a commercial/punchy, character-forward style who can breath life into ancient lore.

Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.

💙❤️ #artcommissions

Artists! Quote with your night art!

#kidlitart #illustration

Your unique voice matters. In this fast pace world, overtaken by AI, side hustles and passive income. Be the passion. Let your story shine through your art. Be a child again, and play. #kidlitartist #arttips #kidlit #yourvoicematters #artmotivation #inspirationalquotes

Freelance illustration gigs drying up. Ad agencies using Midjourney instead of hiring human artists. Costume design turned over to AI wholesale. Good work vanishing.

These are the stories of working visual artists, who describe losing jobs, wages, and hope as their clients and bosses embrace AI.

honestly did not think i was going to make a new brush so soon but the pentel floatune 05 is such a beautiful analog experience i wanted to replicate it for ipad. I think I got the smoothness of drawing with it down. free for the week but as always tips welcome!

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Hot tip for Procreate 5.4: When you create new brush collections and start pulling brush sets from the Classic Library, make sure to make a note/screenshot of your *old pinned recent brushes*, because they are not going to be in the list once you move the brush sets to their new destination.

Battle doomscrolling by posting 5 small pleasures in life:

1. Being hugged by a loved one
2. Making a loved one laugh/smile
3. Rolling Nat 20 when you thought all was lost
4. Listening to the sound of rain while falling asleep
5. Reading a good book while wrapped up in a blanket

Hey #kidlit illustrators!

We're beginning work on new Christmas/nighttime themed picture book. I'm looking for someone with a painterly, textured, and literary style capable conjuring magic, light, and wonder.

Please respond w/ samples + folio link.
Please no emails/DMs.

💙❤️ #artcommissions

Read the best book(s) this weekend in the coziest spot possible with all the accoutrement (coffee, tea, cookies, scones, chips, blankets, pillows, pets, people, etc.) that make you happy!