Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Astrology: Taurus sun and rising, Capricorn moon, Aries Venus, Leo Mars.
How long have you been doing art? “Cliche artist answer, but ever since I could hold a pencil. My mama would buy me spiral notebooks when I was about 5 or 6, and I would use them to draw comics.”
When did you start practicing witchcraft? “I was a sad little 14 year old, depression was gnawing constantly at me, and I spent all my lunches in the library. So naturally, I got curious about the book on Wicca that I found one lunch period in 2007. I found some websites on witchcraft later that day, and I dove right in. It really saved my life at that time.”
What is your creative process? “I’m very chaotic when starting. I have to have the perfect podcast or audiobook or music chosen, I have to have a drink with me (usually iced coffee), and I have to make sure everything I need is within reach so I don’t have to break my flow. Once that is done, it can take me a bit to really get into it. I’ll take one too many stretch breaks or pace for a bit. Sometimes this part of my process takes a while, but as I have ADHD I basically just have to let it pass, gently sit myself back down and try again. Eventually, I do get into it and reach flow state, and I can stay painting or drawing for hours.”
Do you take personal commissions? “Yes, but I can be a little picky about what kinds of jobs I can take on. If you’re looking to commission me, send me an email to cabreradaniela@yahoo.com with a description of what you would like, and we can talk!”
Inspirations? “Yes so many! This is a short list because everything inspires me.”
JW Waterhouse, Junji Ito, Audra Auclair, Frannerd, Alba BG, Maria Pascual, Glen Keane, Beverly Kirby, Cecily Mary Barker, Brian Froud, Remedios Varo.
Betty and Veronica comics, Bratz dolls, Star Trek original series, Aurora, Delerium, Bat for Lashes, the moon, the stars, flowers, bugs and animals, archaeology, fashion, the 90s and 70s, Skyrim, Dragon Age.
Can I use your work as a PFP or cover image or repost? “Sure but please credit me and link to my work!”
How can I support you? “Likes and comments on my work are always so appreciated! Sharing my stuff with your friends and loved ones helps a ton as well! I also have an Etsy shop with all kinds of goodies, and a Patreon where I post more personal updates and have fun extras like mail tier goodies!”
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