Welcome to Sketches from the Rift!
Sketches from the Rift is where I share threads of my creative life: art, short comics, poems, process notes, tutorials, and reflections on memory, spirituality, and making things that matter. Much of the work I share deals with the surreality of the in-between.
About the Author
I’m a formally trained artist with many years of experience in graphic design and marketing. I currently manage a team promoting wellbeing-related services and am continuing my education in Japanese and Sociology. I’m also very vocal about being a survivor of intimate partner violence, and I advocate on behalf of survivors and the LGBTQ+ community. These elements of my identity mean these themes will recur in my creations! I appreciate your support regarding this.
Why subscribe?
I hope you’ll find connection, empathy, and inspiration here. Whether it’s because you’re a fellow survivor, someone going through a difficult time, a lover of strange serial fiction, or a creative looking for tips and art deep-dives, you’re not alone! Whether you engage vocally or read quietly, I appreciate you.
By subscribing, you’ll get access to free and paid posts that explore the strange and beautiful space between thought and form. Some posts will be very finished, some will be in-progress glimpses, but all of them are part of a larger creative unfolding. Subscribe to get full access to the blog and archives.
What you’ll get
Free subscribers receive access to:
Short stories (including serialized works posted monthly!)
Essays and tips (typically on the subjects of art, graphic design, or language)
Reviews (art-related and productivity software/tools)
General updates (including upcoming events and exhibitions)
Early looks at new zines and artwork
The ability to comment on most posts
Paid subscribers unlock:
Exclusive digital downloads like monthly wallpapers, templates, and Lightroom presets
Discount codes for sales on Etsy
Behind-the-scenes process notes
My most personal poetry and short story experiments
Journal-style posts
Creative resources I don’t share anywhere else
The ability to comment on paid-only posts
Subscribers help sustain this work and keep the Rift open. Paid support will help me realize my dream of being the self-sustaining creative (through art and writing only) I’ve dreamed of being all my life.
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As of June 2025, I post content several times weekly, primarily on Wed/Sat.
Community
Be part of a community of people who share your interests. Participate in the comments section, support this work through a paid subscription, or read along quietly. Either way, I’m grateful you’re here!
Thank you for visiting!
