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WinterSoul
@wintersoulart.bsky.social
Art of Crystal Carpenter, Colorado illustrator-sculptor who loves nature & myth. Part time dog shepherd. She/her. 🚫NO A/I or N/F/T.

www.wintersoulstudios.com | patreon.com/wintersoul | wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com | https://ko-fi.com/wintersoulart
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Quick pinned intro, since migration is happening! Hello, I’m an artist who has a love for nature, animals, and myth. On socials, I like to post a mix of art, life, announcements, and sharing other artists. Main website will always be the steady place for info on the art, hope you join me here!
Some of our featured art this year! Everything from tarot, to cats, to dragons. Reminder that when you buy from real artists, not only are you showing loved ones thought & care, but you’re encouraging creativity in the world.

#BSNM #handmade #holidaygifts #OOAK #artistprints #tarot #pendants
November 15, 2025 at 12:06 AM
After a busy day, we’re now into our yearly Season of Gratitude sale! It’s both a thank you to the supporters & a way to give you all unique gift ideas.

Soon, I’ll showcase some of the discounts. If you want to hop in right away, you can go straight to the shop: wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:04 AM
Just did a batch of shipping, now to prepare for the sale switch! Still some time on this one, but tomorrow I’ll be swapping out discounts on art, for our yearly gratitude sale! If you didn’t see your favorite art in this one, keep an eye on the next one.
Even though Shia’s been in recovery, she insisted on running her own fall sale this year to help with the vet bills. So behind the scenes, we’ve been working on TWO themed sales! If you enjoy cat & spooky art, you’re gonna want to check out Shia’s Radioactive Sale! wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com
November 13, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Finally got to see an aurora visible to the eye! Sounds like a lot of people were able to catch this one, which makes me happy. Maybe others like me, who missed it last time, caught it. I'm not normally expressive, but I was squeaking & talking pretty loud. Dang it neighbors, get out here! 😆
November 12, 2025 at 4:16 AM
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if you are food insecure for both the humans and pets in your household there is a tool called Pet Help Finder that can help locate pet food banks nearby and other free or reduced price assistance and supplies for pets.
no one, ABSOLUTELY NO ONE, should have to give up their pet bc of this.
November 8, 2025 at 6:35 PM
In good news, the UTI has been cleared, yay! Now we can re-focus on the thyroid weirdness. Later this month we'll get more blood tests done, and hopefully get more clarity on what we're supposed to do next.
Even though Shia’s been in recovery, she insisted on running her own fall sale this year to help with the vet bills. So behind the scenes, we’ve been working on TWO themed sales! If you enjoy cat & spooky art, you’re gonna want to check out Shia’s Radioactive Sale! wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Lately been doing a bit of dog walking. I’ve seen friends rant about how poor people’s pet etiquette skills are on walks, but OMG it’s too real now. Today had an extra awkward encounter.
November 1, 2025 at 8:52 PM
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With SNAP not being funded next month, husband and I are going to need help keeping the kitchen stocked. Food banks in the area are going to be busy and there's no guarantee they can serve everyone, so if you can help it would be massively appreciated!

ko-fi.com/eskiworks
October 31, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Even though Shia’s been in recovery, she insisted on running her own fall sale this year to help with the vet bills. So behind the scenes, we’ve been working on TWO themed sales! If you enjoy cat & spooky art, you’re gonna want to check out Shia’s Radioactive Sale! wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com
October 31, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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Turn off Gemini in Google!
It's been turned on by default.

Go to your Drive, click the gear icon, click settings, go to "manage apps" and uncheck that nasty "use by default" box.

www.zdnet.com/article/how-...
How to turn off Gemini in your Gmail, Docs, Photos, and more - it's easy to opt out
It's a little hidden, but there is a way to remove Gemini from your favorite Google services.
www.zdnet.com
October 27, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Drives me crazy how long it takes to prep the dragons for painting. A lot of it is that they’re not normal casts, I’m customizing each one. Each different detail takes a long time to modify, and it can only be done in small sections.
October 11, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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Autumn Herald YCHs are back again, this year I made one of Nym as a sample! $75- $120 depending on character complexity, sign up and more info below! #Art #BlueSkyNightMarket
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October 11, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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While defending the luddite argument in Discord, I stumbled into this IMO succinct explanation for opposing generative AI:

At every step in the process, it impoverishes us.
August 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
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🍁🎃🍂🍁🎃🍂🍁🎃🍂

Happy Autumn! I have opened preorders for a few autumn figures. These will be limited through October 15th. I also have glow in the dark Patch Cats that I will be adding in a few days.

🛒 VerdantSculpts.com
October 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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Shop news: Big thing is that I finally added The Sun’s Path! This is for the framed original, no prints, as it’s meant to be viewed in person. Looking for just the right home for this personal piece!

wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com

#BlueSkyNightMarket #BSNM #TraditionalArt #Tarot #artistshop
October 9, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Shop news: Big thing is that I finally added The Sun’s Path! This is for the framed original, no prints, as it’s meant to be viewed in person. Looking for just the right home for this personal piece!

wintersoulstudios.bigcartel.com

#BlueSkyNightMarket #BSNM #TraditionalArt #Tarot #artistshop
October 9, 2025 at 10:53 PM
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Bottom line, up front:

My dog was attacked and is in the hospital.

I have a GoFundMe.

Longer version in replies for those who want to read it.

www.gofundme.com/f/zach-the-s...

#silkens #silkenwindhounds #dog #dogs
Donate to Zach the Silken Windhound was attacked, $20k medical bills., organized by Michael Scoble
This is Zach. He is a 10-year-old Silken Windhound and I want… Michael Scoble needs your support for Zach the Silken Windhound was attacked, $20k medical bills.
www.gofundme.com
October 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
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Incidentally I have MANY different kinds of treasures you can take home. Anytime you buy something tangible I know my real media is viable. Pewter is coming due for new casting! Masks are great projects too.

www.paleopanthera.com/masks
www.paleopanthera.com/artforsale
www.paleopanthera.com/foundry
October 4, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Cat’s Breed? Circle.

Breed description:
-Perfect shape.
-Round round round.
-Not fat, just squishy.

#CatsOfBluesky #ShiaTheCat
October 2, 2025 at 10:26 PM
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Jane Goodall was a visionary who transformed our understanding of animals and inspired generations to care for our planet. Her legacy of compassion, courage, and hope will endure.

Sit tibi terra levis
October 1, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Dangit, on Monday Shia woke up to a UTI, so her treatment has to be postponed.

Pro: Gives me a little more time to figure out how to fund this. Con: Everything is up in the air now, need to be flexible, but my brain sucks at flexibility. So thankful my managers are super understanding!
October 1, 2025 at 9:56 PM
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I, along with many other small business owners, can only afford healthcare because of the Oregon ACA marketplace. If costs go up due to congress allowing the ACA subsidies to end, I will not be able to afford healthcare anymore.
I’m not the only one in this boat.
Call your reps.

5calls.org
Republicans control the White House, Senate, and House. If the government shuts down, that's their failed leadership at work.
September 29, 2025 at 11:47 PM
It's almost spooky tree season! This will be part of the next dragon sculpture. It's going to be an elaborate one with as much sculpting that's going into it. At first, I wanted to use real lightning struck/burnt branches, but being a control freak, scrapped that and sculpted the whole thing myself.
September 25, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Just turned mine off, but could have sworn I already turned it off. 😳 If any of my Patrons get spam, please let me know, I have zero desire for this feature. I want to share my art because I love sharing it, I've no intention of spamming anyone!
reminder for people who run a patreon: their autopilot spammer is due to kick on automatically on sept 30. Disable it here, unless you actually want to spam your patrons with automated sales tactics.
September 25, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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I made these Stardust YCHs to go with the Cozycon (@cozycononline.com ) theme this year, which is Cosmos! Come check out my Discord Vendor Space for more info: discord.com/channels/698...
September 20, 2025 at 10:58 PM