March Noodle Mail!
Added 2023-03-16 00:13:01 +0000 UTChello everyone! I haven't posted much progress recently as I have been feeling burnt out. I have a fear of letting you all down, like what I'm painting isn't good enough because I really want to make all my supporters happy and excited.
To combat these unhelpful emotions, I've spent time with friends and family. Stepping back has helped me regain some confidence to keep going. I am starting to feel more like my usual painter self! It's tough to start or finish any work if I'm not feeling confident in my abilities.
I hope whoever is struggling with anything, I know personally a positive mindset was key in helping me get back on the track mixed with a break and support.
If anyone is feeling down, please reach out in the discord chat. This is a safe space for everyone and I know all of us can help each other. https://discord.gg/jnZApMmf5f
I really appreciate the love and support from everyone and I hope you guys enjoy the journey as I am very excited to share more ongoing paintings!
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This month's Noodle Mail includes a 5x7" mini print and holographic sticker of the third painting in my mini series The Fascinators. Both items with be exclusive to Patreon!
The painting stars Noodle wearing a leaf hat, similar to the one Totoro wears in the Studio Ghibli movie My Neighbor Totoro. I was inspired by the style and I love their use of nature. Only one more painting to go in this little series! Can you guess what hat Atlas will wear? :3
Comments
😭I can't take the cuteness... My two fave things Ghibli and Noodle. hahaha Totoro is my OG Fave Ghibli. 🥰
Miranda McFarland
2023-04-07 14:37:38 +0000 UTCThis was one of my favorite noodle mails! The print is so cute and the sticker is perfection! I had just the place for it in my dice box.
Emilys TeaCup
2023-04-06 00:45:28 +0000 UTCI’m so proud of you!!! Your patreon is my absolute FAVORITE by far, and I love seeing that colored envelope in my mailbox! Sending head bonks your way 😸😸😸😺😺😺
Jennifer Billany
2023-03-23 02:10:18 +0000 UTCI’m so proud of you! You could never disappoint me. We all go through those feelings, I love that you invite others to share if they are struggling. You are amazing. 😘
Jennifer Sime
2023-03-22 00:55:53 +0000 UTCYou are awesome and deserve all the breaks! Thank you for being real about your stuff. 😻😻😻😻
FluffMama
2023-03-21 21:44:43 +0000 UTCI always look forward to Noodle Mail! I can feel your love for your cats and your art in each piece. I hang my prints on a wall in my office and my office mate always looks forward to it too. Thank you for sharing your gift!
Amanda Chahalis
2023-03-17 22:05:50 +0000 UTCLove you, dude! You take all the time you need 🖤 I think a lot of us are here not only bc we like your art, but bc we like YOU as a human too! And we want to support all of that! 🖤🖤🖤
Kat
2023-03-16 16:38:29 +0000 UTCI can’t wait to see which hat you’ll put on Atlas ❤️❤️
Karen McClead
2023-03-16 14:42:30 +0000 UTCBreaks are good and healthy. We love you and your work! 🫂🖤
SiriusBusiness
2023-03-16 12:26:15 +0000 UTCGlad you're taking time to look after yourself :)
rolypoly
2023-03-16 10:20:05 +0000 UTCGood plan to take a break! Time away usually makes things better, and lets your inspiration 'refill' itself. And as they say in French, the more you make them wait, the more they want you ;-)
Jentjes JW
2023-03-16 06:47:23 +0000 UTCI have never been disappointed yet. Realistic, cartoon, sketch or otherwise. But if you're feeling that burnout and pressure don't be afraid to take a break either. I'm glad you've taken some time with family and friends and are feeling better but if you ever need to take more I will wait as long as you need to be healthy. Honestly I'd even take doubles of things we've already had - can never have too many stickers etc. Whatever is sustainable. Xoxo
Ruth
2023-03-16 05:53:30 +0000 UTCWe will be here supporting you always and please don’t worry. I personally have had the worst past few months and have had a hard time existing some days. If you need breaks, take them and take care of your awesome self. Sending love and understanding from Massachusetts 💜💜💜💜
Jenne Foronjy
2023-03-16 03:08:44 +0000 UTCIt’s ok! It’s great you can take a step back. Sometimes it’s what we need to feel better. No worries at all
Krista Churchwell
2023-03-16 02:32:57 +0000 UTCYou are AWESOME! Everyone needs a little time now and then to get outside of themselves. Hang in there - it will get better.
Amy Bridwell
2023-03-16 02:27:58 +0000 UTCYou can take all the time needed imo I just love any content you make. I suffer with depression and can 100% understand getting burnt out and needing some time to yourself. You're doing great!!
Sara Frye
2023-03-16 02:27:09 +0000 UTCJust want you to know that you are an amazing person. You could send me a crumpled up photo of Noodle doing a blep and it would make me happy knowing I’m helping get him funny hats and supporting you. Noodle mail is one of the best parts of the month for me because it always seems to come when I am very low (case in point, mine came today!), and if you threw one of your cats’ shed whiskers in an envelope and called it good it would make me feel the same. Please take care of yourself!!!
Natalie Burton
2023-03-16 02:11:22 +0000 UTCPrioritize you! Literally everyone understands. You aren't a machine. ❤️ Take care of yourself!
Gina Marie Bongiovi
2023-03-16 01:24:59 +0000 UTCEveryone needs a break. I don’t think you need to feel compelled to constantly produce or feel obligated to send something every month! I have 10 artists (in various fields) I support through Patreon, Ko-fi, IG, and PayPal. Sometimes some go a couple of months and then send a shout out or photo, drawing, video, or update and that is good enough for me. You can’t force the creativity or you start to dread it. I’m here to support you — that’s my choice. You don’t “owe” me anything because I choose to support you. I just want to give you liberty and freedom to create.
Kathryn Keyes
2023-03-16 00:50:19 +0000 UTC<ззз
Bonkz
2023-03-16 00:48:28 +0000 UTCSending you all the love and support!
Attackofthecurl
2023-03-16 00:48:26 +0000 UTCLeaf hat Noodle brings so much joy - I love this little mini series so much 💛
Niamh
2023-03-16 00:44:12 +0000 UTCDon't worry about us darling! We are perfectly happy watching you be better mentally and emotionally and making art when it makes you happy because we all benefit from that! A happy artist makes happy work and we all are trying to get a bit of serotonin here!!! Am I right? 😜😂💕
Sarah Bolelli
2023-03-16 00:36:40 +0000 UTCI'm so glad you took a step away and connected with loved ones! It has to be hard to have a presence on the internet because it just never ends. You are doing an amazing job and you won't ever let us down as long as you are taking care of you!
Kate Mazuranic
2023-03-16 00:35:42 +0000 UTCThank you for looking after yourself, and also letting us know you're ok! We all love you, your work and your kitties, and discord always gives us extra serotonin when we need it. Glad you took some time to be with those you love ❤️
Rhyanon Davies
2023-03-16 00:29:43 +0000 UTCSending you lots of support and understanding. You are an amazing artist and yet imposter syndrome can happen to anyone. I’m happy that you feel comfortable enough to share your art and vulnerability with us but especially proud that you’re prioritizing your mental health. You are so wonderful even if you might struggle with realizing it from time to time!! I LOVE the work you’ve made for March. Noodle & company are icons. I don’t think anything in their image could let us down. 😂😂😂🥰🥰🥰 and I also enjoy the work you do of your favorite humans. 😊
Stephanie Rodriguez
2023-03-16 00:29:20 +0000 UTCRebecca you can do no wrong in our eyes 💕 your art is a reflection of your warm and generous personality Take all the time you need and know that we all appreciate you and your gorgeous family so much 🥰
Meow
2023-03-16 00:26:29 +0000 UTCI love this so much and am so excited to receive this ❤︎ I’m glad you were able to step back and regain some confidence, your art is truly a gift. Thank you so much for sharing it with us💗🥹
Rae Ewing
2023-03-16 00:21:15 +0000 UTCAlways take time for yourself first 💓 your work is lovely as always
Soo
2023-03-16 00:18:51 +0000 UTCdon’t worry about all that, take care of yourself above all else 💖 im glad you’re feeling better!!
junebug
2023-03-16 00:16:04 +0000 UTC
