Easter Bunny

This is totally out of season, but gave me a giggle today so I thought I'd share these separate comics in one post. We are approaching the Nativity Fast, I wonder if that's pagan?

[A repeat of some old favorites.]

Its that time of year...

Nothing like throwing out the baby and keeping the bathwater...

Rumors > Sources

The consequences of existing in the world...

Its all in the timing.

The Grace of God

I'm back with a little story about our church that I drew in 2016, and finally colored. Our family has been helping to build this church for the last seven years, and it is such a gift to see the grace of God working in our community. Please consider supporting our mission!

Drink More Water

[A repeat of an early favorite.]

As a Bird She Escaped

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

This month's Fool [ahem] Daily tells briefly the life of St. Barbara. Her story, and the miracles and legends associated with her, are pretty fantastic, so I focused on those and left out the more sordid details of her martyrdom. I have some thoughts about how this turned out and how it could be better, but I'm remembering being told that I shouldn't immediately point my audience to all the things I don't like - so I'll let it stand on its own. If anything, these comics are fun for me and perhaps I won't worry about being too critical now. An icon of St. Barbara is included below. 

Naptime Envy

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

Trust

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

Friday Night

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

Apparently, this is what grown ups do on Friday night.

That Time I Dressed up as Connie Sun for a Comic Con

[A repeat of an old favorite. With apologies to Connie Sun!]

A Little Grace

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

Cheerful Giver

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

A House Blessing

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

Orthodox bless their homes each year between Theophany and the beginning of Lent. Our house blessing was yesterday, and so today's comic reflects on the sacredness of all things. "Nothing is profane except that which you profane." 

Fishing

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

St. Simeon the God-Receiver

[A repeat of an old favorite.]

We love the extra-biblical backstory of St. Simeon, and I love the colors in this one. 

Smelling Roses

[Since this daily is mostly sitting here stagnant, I've decided to repost some of my favorites from last year's work. In the meantime, I've done a few more comics of DRAW NEAR for New Martyr Magazine.]

I don't know that storytelling is one of my better skills. So maybe this isn't a story exactly, just a collection of connected moments, perceptions, from the last few years.

Painting Sale 40% off!

I'm cleaning house and saving money for a summer workshop. On Etsy, use the coupon code: WORKSHOP to get 40% off until Easter. Thanks for your support!

Comics in New Martyr Magazine

I've fallen behind on my monthly-fool-daily, but I'm still making comics! New Martyr is a new quarterly magazine for Orthodox kids, and I've contributed a recurring comic "Draw Near" to the last two issues, as well as hidden picture puzzles. Each issue features stories and illustrations from a variety of contributors (and some kids!) relevant to the season and feasts in the church year. I was excited to draw some St. Lucia ills for the Winter edition, since we have a Lucia in our house. The next issue will arrive in time for Holy Week - so be sure to order yours!

Draw Near in the Winter 2016 issue - featuring St. Lucia Day!

A Hidden-Picture Puzzle and Recipe for the Winter 2016 Issue

Fr. Paul Drozdowski's lovely illustrations of St. Herman 

So, it looks like I my daily might have become a quarterly, but I'm persisting! Thanks for checking in with me. ;)

Homeschool routine

Back to school, but I'm determined to keep up with my monthlies! I notice beverages play a central role in many of my stories. Hmm... 

Minecraft Conversations: You know what that means.

Today's bonus cartoon is another episode of: Minecraft Conversations.

Mine Eyes Have Seen Thy Salvation - St. Simeon

We love the extra-biblical backstory of St. Simeon, and I love the colors in this one.