Using Patreon
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2019-05-25 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
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Scout Map Mountains
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A quick alternative to my highly detailed mountains, scout map features are perfect for prop making or for those who don't want to spend ages drawing mountains like I do. ...
2019-05-18 16:01:00 +0000 UTC View PostAlternative to Drawing Tree Clusters
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Ideas on creating different looking tree clusters than the ones you normally see of mine. Less detail and a lot more representative of the size of the map you're try...
2019-05-17 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostEarth Sciences & Fantasy Maps
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I use be the to the type of person that cringed whenever looking at a fantasy map I felt was “wrong” because of a river or lake that didn’t fit what I knew of Earth ...
2019-05-15 21:51:47 +0000 UTC View PostD20 Pouches update
For anyone who has ordered the d20s from us, we're working on getting them done and shipped out as quickly as possible. Sorry for any inconvenience but they are a bit of work to create and some days it's just slow going. :(
2019-05-11 19:17:36 +0000 UTC View PostWant a birthday card from me?
If you haven't already, let me know your birthday and I'll send you a card for it! PM me your month & day and I'll add it to my calendar.
Along with your birthday, please let me know any of the following you're comfortable sharing so I can best tailor a card/gi...
2019-05-10 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostUsing Patreon
To help patrons better understand how to use Patreon and make it a better experience, here's some tips to keep in mind:
1. No Access to Lower Tier Posts: If you do not have access to a lower tier post (i.e. you've pledged at the $5 tier but can't see a $2 tier post), it's b...
2019-04-25 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View PostRainbow Dice Pouch
Because each are handmade, they will vary in color and combination but this is generally how they'll look. If you'd like to change your order to this or any other colors, please let me know along with your order number.
2019-04-24 20:30:35 +0000 UTC View PostWant a birthday card from me?
If you haven't already, let me know your birthday and I'll send you a card for it! PM me your month & day and I'll add it to my calendar.
Along with your birthday, please let me know any of the following you're comfortable sharing so I can best tailor a card/gi...
2019-04-17 16:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostCreating Coastlines
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In this video, I give you 3 ways to create a coastline and what land features dictate what type of coastline you'll have.
As stated in the video, here's the link to ...
2019-04-06 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View PostPhotoshop Brushes I Use
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NOTE: In the video I state "soft round pressure size" brush is my main brush but I meant "Hard Round Pressure Size" so the edges aren't fuzzy.
Penci...
2019-04-03 17:49:32 +0000 UTC View PostWorking with Layers Locks and Subfolders
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Because everyone liked the video talking about the way I set up my Photoshop files, I thought I would go a bit deeper into that and talk about how to use layers, lock fold...
2019-03-31 21:14:13 +0000 UTC View PostCreating a Rough Sketch
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Continuing with my videos on how I create my maps, here's the rough sketch! In the future, I'll do much more sped up videos with commentary over that but I thought it woul...
2019-03-29 20:29:24 +0000 UTC View PostBasic Map Setup in Photoshop
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Here's the first of my new video series where I'm going to be sharing the map-making process with you from beginning to end. From opening Photoshop to adding the fin...
2019-03-28 22:12:56 +0000 UTC View PostWant a birthday card from me?
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2019-03-10 16:00:02 +0000 UTC View PostMini shipping delay
If you ordered a mini from me and haven’t received it yet, there’s going to be a delay in shipping. We’re doing our best to get them made and sent out before ECCC but there’s a chance that may not happen and I am truly sorry.
2019-03-04 15:14:27 +0000 UTC View PostWant a birthday card from me?
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2019-02-10 17:00:02 +0000 UTC View PostRock Formations
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Click the image above to see a list of rock formations and examples.
Looking for something other than your standard mountain ranges? Want something dark...
2019-01-28 17:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostMaster Maps Update #3: Mounting Option
Picked to match the embroidered trim if you opt for it or your choice of color themes, these satin ropes will be added to your map to allow for hanging! You'll even get a choice on adding wooden dowels to the top & bottom of your map to allow it to be easily rolled up or hung with this ...
2019-01-23 16:24:00 +0000 UTC View PostOcean Currents
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In a previous livestream, we discussed ocean currents and I was reminded of an experiment in Earth Science class. Well, it popped into my head again today and I thou...
2019-01-21 20:48:06 +0000 UTC View PostMaster Maps Update #2: Embroidered Trim Option
I'm working on building up a large assortment of embroidered trim for those who want a more tapestry or medieval look to their master maps. Trim will be chosen based on the general look and feel of the map and sewn on by Bre when she creates the hem.
Depending on the map, it will repl...
2019-01-21 17:13:59 +0000 UTC View PostMonday's Livestream: Making "aged" paper for backgrounds
Come join me Monday at 4pm Pacific to learn different techniques on making digital parchment and aged paper backgrounds for your maps!
A link will be posted to Surveyor & up tiers Monday afternoon to join me for a private livestream.
2019-01-18 19:30:59 +0000 UTC View PostNew Roles on Discord
I've added a role to Discord that matches the pledge level you're in. I don't know if I'll ever do something with the different roles but I thought it was a good idea to set things like that up now.
What do the different roles mean on Discord?
If you're new to ...
2019-01-18 17:13:59 +0000 UTC View PostWorld Building: Satellites of your planet
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Today's world building question comes from our Discord where Beth asks
"If a world had two moons (because that would be awesome), would the tides change so...
2019-01-17 18:47:13 +0000 UTC View PostWant a birthday card from me?
If you haven't already, let me know your birthday and I'll send you a card for it! PM me your month & day and I'll add it to my calendar.
2019-01-11 17:59:09 +0000 UTC View PostCardpocalypse Is Coming To A Mailbox Near You!
I’ve started sending out cards to every patron whose address is available. They should start arriving soon. Hopefully. I always worry about ones shipped overseas. Hopefully they make it safely to you. They aren’t much but sure are a lot of fun to make. I hope they bring a bit of joy to your hol...
2018-12-09 23:19:16 +0000 UTC View PostThis Winter's Crest give the Gift of Knowledge
While you're picking up gifts for the holidays, please consider giving the gift of D&D! Tabletop Loot has a fantastic program for schools, youth groups & libraries to receive dice sets for children in D&D clubs! It's only $5 to donate and helps encourage new players to the ga...
2018-11-26 17:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostAchievement Unlocked!
Not quite the same as the goal I announced yesterday, this is the step we needed to reach first! I can now afford the private livestreaming service! Woohoo! I will need to do a few test runs as it'll be new to me but I'm STOKED! I'll announce my first official patron-only livestrea...
2018-11-25 23:03:34 +0000 UTC View PostI'll be on Dragon Talk on December 3rd!
Yup! I'll be Skyping in to talk with Greg Tito & Shelly Moo for WotC's Dragon Talk show! I'm SO EXCITED! Show starts at 2pm Pacific! I hope to see you all there to show your support!
(Also... I'm SO nervous! AAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)
2018-11-25 22:42:29 +0000 UTC View PostNew goal!
In my original cartography class, the focus was to help someone understand the basics of earth sciences, geography, topography, and biomes in order to create maps that looked realistic and fit their story.
Now I'd like to create an expansion on that specifically focused on world building with cart...
2018-11-24 21:24:42 +0000 UTC View Post