Extraterrestrial Forensic Portrait Catalogue

Good Morning!

It’s a cold and rainy day here and they had initially forecast some wintry mix but that didn’t happen. Yesterday was my first day back at work after an extended break (Thanksgiving family visit and car repairs) and it was so nice to get back to tattooing although I only tattooed one of my regulars. I know I shouldn’t play favorites but she is absolutely wonderful and has been coming to me for around 8 years so I’d definitely consider her a friend. It’s nice coming back to someone so caring and who gives me a ton of creative freedom.

My car is still out of commission for awhile until I can finish the coolant system repairs. Fingers crossed we’ll manage to get it done early this coming week. Lucky for me I live with two of my coworkers and we carpool. I’m very thankful for their willingness to help me out during things like this and they are letting me drive their car to take my son to school in the mornings. I’m a fairly hesitant/nervous driver so it’s been interesting driving a car that isn’t mine. I am super proud of myself for not panicking through this whole car situation but I can say the support of my friends and boyfriend is really giving me the reassurance that it will all work out so I’m not reaching that extreme overwhelm I might usually.

With everything going on lately I haven’t been able to find time to focus on my extraterrestrial forensic portrait project too much. It is the main reason that I created this blog although I’ve found infinite personal value in being able to share a bit of my daily life and get some writing in on a regular basis. Once the new year rolls around I will likely try to begin a more in depth search for those that would like to participate although I will surely continue my personal blog posts so that people can have a glimpse of who is running the project but also some insight into another human’s experience in the world.

In July of next year I’ll be vending at a cryptid convention; selling paintings and promoting both my tattoos and the EFP project. Hopefully that will spark some interest in what I’m wanting to do with this and it felt like a great spot to get my name out there as a paranormal researcher/artist.

Although I have a small instagram to share my personal artwork I’m considering sharing some here as well. I do a lot of monster and creepy pieces, but also a lot of atmospheric scenery and abstract repeating patterns that hold some meaning although I may not always know the exact words to express what I’m showing visually. Beginning to write regularly, in addition to therapy, is really helping me bring words to thoughts, emotions, and experiences that I previously couldn’t begin to verbally express but the process of creating visual art will likely always hold more than I have words for.

I think at some point, closer to the end of the year, I’ll put together some personal and EFP project goals for the coming year. I’ve never really subscribed to the idea of new year’s resolutions but I’ve always enjoyed a list of goals and being able to check things off.

Stay curious!