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Erin Darling is a freelance artist. Her watercolor illustrations feature whimsical storybook scenes and original animal characters, capturing scenes that occur within the Pacific Northwest and that are so relatable that they could happen anywhere. She is a single mom who lives in Washington State with her young daughters. Read More…

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I’m Gay

When I was eight years old, I wrote my first poem. I remember the moment the words came to me. I was lying in bed at night, the lines rattling through my brain, startling sleep away.

Introducing: Calico Jill and the Search For Cheese

I have a new project to share with you: Calico Jill and the Search For Cheese! It is a story that I am writing and illustrating, filled with original characters and inspired by the Puget Sound region.

Queer Cats for Pride Month 2019

I’ve loved rainbows my whole life. As a Christian, they were a symbol of hope, that God would not destroy me but carry me through the storm. When I was coming to terms with being queer, one of the hugest hurtles for me was the question of faith.

Women Who Run With The Wolves

Animals have a unique way of capturing different aspects of the human spirit. They have been present in our myths and fairytales from the dawn of civilization. Some cultures uphold certain animals and villainize others, but what’s fascinating is the archetypes for each animal retain the same symbolism across history and culture.

Come stand on the blank page with me

I am not ashamed of getting divorced. Divorce has been a winnowing experience for me. First, I cleared physical clutter from my life, giving up things that I did not need in order to stay close to my girls.

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