so what have I been up to...

For those unaware of my current project, I have undertaken the writing of a story, in the form of a novel. Additionally, it will have chapter opening illustrations, to be executed by myself. The story is fiction - and it is no stretch to call it fantasy, though I am inclined to shy away from associating it with that genre. It has very few 'fantastical' elements, but I suppose enough to put it on the threshold, waiting to be nudged over the edge. As of now it is half-way written, and I have numerous sketches for the illustrations. At last count it is approximately 100 pages of text, as it is formatted in its final codex-structure.


The idea for this project manifested itself almost two years ago, but I only started writing it this past autumn. After putting it on the shelf for the holidays, it is with great excitement that I start at it again.


Except for my close and dear collaborators, there shall be no sneak-peeks until I have finished. Yet, it does give me some thrill to titillate - in an attempt to whip up anticipation. As such I will try to keep updating my progress herein. Chapter by wonderful Chapter. Illustration by beautiful Illustration. Until Finish. Current tally: 11 chapters and 7 illustrations (I suppose its natural for the images to lag behind, as I work on those while I think about the upcoming plot and events.)

As I reflect back on this creative surge, I can only be thankful for whatever inspiration kicked me into action. Indeed, I haven't the slightest inkling how I did summon the spirit - but rest assured that I will continue to conjure it until I have finished.

'Til next…