I've been thinking about this piece from 2020. How does it make me feel? It makes me sad, truly. My mental health has been awful for a while now, but I was making progress to help myself... up until recently. Masking is still a necessity, still my normal, and it brings me down.

Due a repost since I've not been here in an age! :)

Hello, all! Long time no see. Hopefully, I'll be a little more active here. Looking forward to seeing what you've all been up to.

I am still alive. At least that's what they tell me.

Time for a repost, I think. :)

Loved the game, loved the animation on Netflix, so I might actually give this a go. I haven't read a comic book in over two decades, and even then it was a rare occurrence.

Today, I am grateful for the internet and having access to information—specifically, comic book writing. Scriptwriting is quite different to what I am used to. The prologue for Paternal is outlined (including the panels), so I'm planning pages 7-11 (Chapter 1, Scene 1).

Writing a graphic novel script has been far more difficult than writing a story. So far, I have outlined my chapters and scenes (fairly superficially), and now it's time to do the bulk of the work. I have many ideas for visuals, panels, etc., but chopping things up will be difficult... and fun!

Here’s some Sarah Kiser art to make your Wednesday a little better.

After a rather strange day of enduring some new medication side effects, I have (superficially) outlined five chapters of the Paternal project. A truly unexpected feat.

Since it's handy to know AND it weeds out the more bigoted folk, I'd like to state quite clearly that I am a gay man. That is all.

Brom/@geraldbrom.bsky.social is now on the platform! Nice.

Forgive my silence, I have been making headway in planning a rather ambitious project. About 15 years ago, I fancied illustrating a story I had devised as a graphic novelette but felt I lacked the skills required. I am taking the plunge even with the lingering imposter syndrome.

Some beautiful reference photography here!

This version of Roxanne adapted for Moulin Rouge still gives me goosebumps. His gruff and powerful voice contrasted with Ewan McGregor's voice does it for me. This scene makes my chest tight too. As a whole, it all works together so well.

Another small selection of work in banner form.

Time for a repost, I'd say.

Quick note for #WritersofBlueSky I'm open for formatting work (and can probably squeeze in a proofing job as well, for anyone who needs it!) Let me know if you require my services! I can turn around quickly for the holidays for formatting, and can slot you in for proofing work ASAP! 🙂

I discovered a new show while perusing Artstation called Secret Level: an animated anthology series where each episode is set in an existing game world.

After many months (most of the year even), I have reopened Scrivener. Time to write again, I'd say. Art still isn't happening, but at least I am doing SOMETHING creative again.

I remember reading this on my breaks in school about... 23 years ago. We never did it as part of the curriculum. I fell in love with it fairly quickly. Looking forward to watching this adaptation.

Ive had this sketch sitting around for ages, but kept hating it if I tried to take it further. I decided to just power through and finish it. It's nice to do something a bit simpler, now and then, and to actually remember that my characters are from a horribly neglected graphic novel project😬

Oh, I have 42 Followers now! I haven't been a member for long, but it's nice to see people are interested in my work, etc. Welcome!

When people started the Art vs. Artist meme, I didn't think I had any work worth using. I often dislike my work for whatever reason at the time, HOWEVER, I have in recent years begun to appreciate a handful of pieces. You can see 13 of my favourite pieces on my website. linktr.ee/terencejaide...

I made a ko-fi! Thought I'd dump it here, so, you know, I can have a lovely mocha while I create. :D ko-fi.com/terencejaide...

Read. Read. Read.

I am a huge Bioshock fan and I often listen to the score from the first game. Brilliant reading music too. www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Ay6...

Another artist friend with beautifully crafted traditional artworks. Go take a look!

Check out my friend's beautiful illustrations! Go on, give them a Follow, you know you want to. :)

Name a TV show you're positive no one remembers but you.

Unfortunately, my mental health is kicking my arse in various ways, specifically where productivity is concerned. I haven't painted or written in quite some time. I don't see an immediate future where that'll change, but I must try and remain positive: it will change. I've just got to be patient.

Hello, I'm Ter-Jaiden. I'm a digital painter and New Weird writer based in North Wales, UK. Welcome to my Page! linktr.ee/terencejaide... I've also added a few examples of my work to the post. :)

Support this wonderful illustrator with their wonderful, wonderful project on Kickstarter!

Giveaway because it’s Halloween! Everyone who reposts this gets on the list for a signed copy of HOBAR. Those who buy HOBAR and send me proof get on the list for a signed, limited edition hardcover of Zero Saints ($90, sold out). Stops at 100 entries. Good luck! www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0316...

If you see this, post a knight!

Empathy

The cover for our last installment of 2024 is here and it's a good one. @artofddraik.bsky.social joins us this fall as our cover artist! #WeirdFictionQuarterly #WFQ #DanielleDraik #BookCover #Masks #WeirdFiction #FlashFiction

Art vs Artist.

This was linked to me earlier, so I thought I'd share it with others with the condition. I also emailed it to my mum who is forever trying to understand me, haha. www.additudemag.com/secrets-of-t...

I just thought I'd say that I am happy I am maintaining some level of consistency when working on my art these days. However, I need to pick up the pace and frequency of my writing. Well, one thing at a time.

Do you miss the sense of space optimism of past decades, when exploration wasn't hobbled by greed and antiintellectualism, or plans of space colonization tainted by influence of some of the vilest people alive? You're not alone. Keep chasing the stars. #riverforge

Here's an update on the WIP. I left it for a while, but I'm working on it again.

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe was one of my favourites from early childhood.

Fashion, 2019.

“There's nothing in the world now that doesn't hold some sort of...” “Fascination.” —Lestat de Lioncourt to Louis de Pointe du Lac, Interview with the Vampire - Anne Rice.

From the sketchbook, ink and mixed coloured pencils with some acrylic. Twelve Planets era ship of the line with Great Compass era dryship (~800 meters long) for scale. #riverforge

I am reposting my banner showing a selection of my work. :) linktr.ee/terencejaide...

Hey, all! This one is for the visual creators out there. Drop your WIPs below. I'd love to see them. :)

Anonymous author Djuna has gathered a cult following in South Korea for their speculative short stories. You can read an excerpt from Everything Good Dies Here, their new collection available now! reactormag.com/excerpts-eve...

More Embellished dragon lettering for my illustrated edition of Ralph Whitlock’s Here be Dragons. Release date hopefully will be announced soon 👀 The book is almost ready!