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Daystar Illustration
@daystarillust.bsky.social
Commissions ~ Applications open, availability in December
Character commissions start at $25-$70
Author Services - email daystarillustration@gmail.com
https://ko-fi.com/daystarillustration
www.daystarillustration.com
With the northern lights lighting up the sky this week, I had to bring back this Aurora borealis inspired artwork. I think I might turn it into an art print or greeting card...what do you think?
November 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Here's your first glimpse! ❄️

Once Upon a Winter is a love letter to the north — not the place, but the atmosphere. The frost that glimmers like glass, the whimsical union of fantasy and reality, and the delicate bits of magic. ✨

My winter collection will be dropping soon, keep your eyes open ❄️
November 7, 2025 at 5:43 PM
It's November and the countdown is officially on!

I'll be at Fable & Flames Romantasy Gala all 3 days. I'm so excited for a magical weekend ✨

Mark your calendars and keep an eye out for where to find my booth!

Let's make it a weekend for the books 📚
November 5, 2025 at 5:03 PM
❄️Once Upon A Winter is a carefully crafted collection of art prints, greeting cards, stickers, and bookmarks inspired by sweet winter moments and enchanted worlds 🗻

Coming soon to bring wonder and whimsy to your winter days ❄️

#onceuponawinter #winterartdrop #winterartcollection #magicalwintervibe
November 3, 2025 at 4:42 PM
October reading wrap-up! I went into this month wanting to read more, and somehow ended up finishing a few books that completely stole my heart (and one I’m still not sure how I feel about 👀).

#octoberreads #monthlyreads #octoberwrapup #readingrecap #bookish #bookishlife #booklover #TBRcheckin
November 1, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Trick-or-treat! Here's some art that's sweet 🍬

🍂 Every October, I fall in love with the strange and the shadowy all over again. I've created so many pieces inspired by Halloween and the creatures that go bump in the night.

Happy Halloween ghouls and witches! 🎃

#halloween #happyhalloween
October 31, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Over time, I’ve learned that feeling successful at an event isn’t just about sales. It’s about being prepared, present, and proud of one's setup. Here’s my personal vendor checklist that helps me feel grounded and ready for a great event, even if there are a few bumps along the way.
October 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Little fragments of story, magic, and ink...These are the pieces you loved most, not just because they're beautiful, but because they resonate with you.

Thank you for making space for this kind of magic✨

#bestsellers #smallbusiness #smallartist #bookishartist #fantasyartist #fantasyart #bookmarks
October 14, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Out of everything I’ve created, these are the ones that made me smile the most whether it was during a late-night drawing sesh, a chaotic sketch dump, or the first time I saw someone else fall in love with them too.
They’re quirky. They’re useful. They’re a little unexpected...
And they’re very me 😌
October 7, 2025 at 4:04 PM
October is here and I’m so excited to share that I’ll be vending at some amazing events this month! ✨🍂 If you’ve been wanting to shop in person, now’s your chance to stop by, say hi, and check out all the art prints, stickers, and bookmarks that I'll have with me!

#OctoberEvents #ShopSmall
October 2, 2025 at 4:15 PM
"I’m not strange, weird, off, nor crazy, my reality is just different from yours." ✨ Same goes for my #AliceinWonderland #stickers! 🫖 I hope you find them delightfully different, endlessly charming 🩵🤍💙

#aliceinwonderland #alicesadventuresinwonderland #wonderland #drinkme #vorpalsword #madhatter
September 30, 2025 at 4:10 PM
The realms are stirring, the magic is rising....and so are the new book releases for October that I NEED to read 📚✨

**Release dates are subject to change. Some titles may have been previous indie releases that have since been picked up by a traditional publisher**

#octoberbookreleases #newbooks
September 25, 2025 at 4:15 PM
The air is crisp, and nights are getting longer…the season of magic is finally here ✨
🎃 All art prints, stickers and bookmarks are available in my Ko-fi shop
#spookyseason#halloween #kofisharetember
September 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
They've been haunting the shop for a little while, but the spooky season is when they really come alive 🦇🖤

If you've had your eye on them for a while, now's the time to let your spooky side shine ✨🌕

#spookyseason #stickerlove #halloweenstickers #trickortreatyourself #gothgirlthings
September 18, 2025 at 4:42 PM
For those who read by candlelight🕯️📚 and keep strange company between the pages...

Each bookmark is double sided with its own quiet charm. Made for stories with teeth, spells, sorrow and shadow.

Which one will you claim?
🖤✨🕯️📖🌕

#bookmarks #spookyseason #halloween #gothichorror
September 16, 2025 at 3:54 PM
I think this one is my favorite iterations of my book stack bookmarks 📚 Not only am I obsessed with the lighting, but I love the various book titles included that are perfect for an autumn TBR list! 📃 I had so much fun coming up with this two-sided bookmark design for my part of the cozy boo box 🖤
September 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
I'm excited to share a closer look at my art print, which was part of the Cozy Boo Box collaboration with some amazing fellow bookish businesses. 🍂 📚🕯This project felt like the perfect way to show my love for the season, reading and all things fantastical.
The Cozy Boo Box, there will be in my bio
September 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Join me at the Morbid Makers Market! Hosted by White Bear Meadery on August 9th from 12-5pm, this event is perfect for those who appreciate alternative and gothic aesthetics.

I'm excited to showcase my creations and connect with like-minded individuals! Don't forget to put it in your calendars!
July 31, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Thanks for your patience! My shop is reopened and as a thank you for all of you who came to the Bookfair for Grownups, please have a discount code!

Use code: BOOKFAIR20 for 20% off all items! This code is valid until August 1st!

#Bookfairhangover #bookfair
July 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Did you hear about the bookfair in MN that had an insane turnout? Well it's back, bigger and better than before!

Come find me at the Book Fair for Grown-Ups, this Saturday from 12-7 at the Minnesota State Fair Education Building!

I'll be debuting several new stickers, as well as a new product!? 👀
July 9, 2025 at 8:10 PM
My goodness so much happened this year! Summary on insta

No selfie this year. Please accept my own fantasy sona instead 🏹

#artvsartist #artvsartist2024 #artist #digitalart #fantasyartist #fantasyillustration #arttrend #originalart #originalcharacterart #2024art
December 23, 2024 at 4:34 PM
An elf on a festive mission, delivering joy one magical package at a time ✨

⏰ This is also the LAST CALL to place your orders in time for the holidays!! ⏰

#holidaymail #fantasyart #northernlights #auroraborealis #digitalillustration #winterart #christmassweater
December 19, 2024 at 4:30 PM
I think I'm in love with the idea of sword wreaths 😍 until I can make one, these ornaments will have to suffice 😈

I've been looking for more ways to incorporate my love of fantasy into home decor, and these ornaments are just the thing to add a bit of fantasy to the Christmas tree 🎄
December 10, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Don’t Let Time Slip Away! 🎁Order from my shop soon to make sure your holiday gifts reach their destination on time! I'll be updating shipping rates a day in advance in order to meet the USPS holiday shipping deadlines. Plan ahead and keep the holiday cheer rolling! 💌✨
#HolidayDeadlines #OrderNow
December 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM
🎨🍻 This weekend, I'm bringing my art to the Holiday Artist and Maker Pop-Up at Steel Toe Brewing! 🍻🎨

Come and sip on some craft brews and discover unique handmade art and items that’s perfect for the holiday season! 🎁✨

#ArtAndAle #HolidayPopUp #SupportLocalArtists #CraftBeerAndCreativity
December 3, 2024 at 4:00 PM