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  • Zines + Health =

    Zines + Health =

    Time to communicate studio stuff like … where my current zine projects stand?

  • VERTIGO [?]

    VERTIGO [?]

    Wrote this poem today after some vertigo symptoms took over.

  • Last Events of 2025, 12/6 +12/13

    Last Events of 2025, 12/6 +12/13

    Announcing two events to wrap up the 2025! Come see me in Indianapolis and Bloomington, Indiana. And take a look at the cutest studio helpers just because.

  • Railroad City Mobile Book Fair

    Railroad City Mobile Book Fair

    Thanks to everyone who supported the read-in event! Read for the recap and details about two self-publishing events you can find me at in the midwest this month.

  • Wrangling Cats [Literally and Figuratively]

    Wrangling Cats [Literally and Figuratively]

    September is wrapping me in crisp air from open windows, ragweed pollen and a full heart. I’m finally getting back into the flow of working in the studio after a wild few months… which has mainly consisted of cat crises and wrangling kittens, literally. Read on for studio updates!

  • Key Learning of Running A Small Studio

    Key Learning of Running A Small Studio

    I wanted to share a thought I have regarding my studio as slide into 2025. I originally wrote five learnings that were marketing and business related, but instead of a list, I leave you with the most important learning to stay grounded.

  • Last Events of 2024, 12/7-12/8

    Last Events of 2024, 12/7-12/8

    Announcing two back-to-back events to wrap up the 2024 year! Come see me in Indianapolis and Bloomington, Indiana.

  • Becoming Lake Erie REDUX

    Becoming Lake Erie REDUX

    A More-Than-Human Society vol 2 zine has launched, so I want to reshare my ode to Downriver area of Detroit, Michigan in its final risograph form!

  • MONUMENTAL CIRCLE

    MONUMENTAL CIRCLE

    Liberation is a dream within reach through the compassionate actions of each of us. This poem was inspired by a conversation with a man who is able to tap into a reality that most cannot fathom. Forms of oppression will appear in cycles if we don’t heed the learnings of history.

  • Introducing A More-than-Human Society Zine!

    Introducing A More-than-Human Society Zine!

    A More-than-Human Society is a collaborative semi-annual zine series by myself and my partner (on the project and in life), Mark, from Punk Academx. In it, we bring together our skills and passions to promote a message of respect for the Earth and all life.

  • June 2024 Events!

    June 2024 Events!

    June is packed with exciting events in Indianapolis, including markets, poetry conferences, and film screenings! Come say hi!

  • To Mama Tripod

    To Mama Tripod

    This post is in part an ode to my lady, Mama Tripod the doe, who roamed the woodland next to my college apartment. The rest are thoughts about how past work informs the present, zines, artist books and some exciting related updates!

  • Becoming Lake Erie

    Becoming Lake Erie

    I wrote this poem for an upcoming zine themed on “place”. Downriver, Michigan is a place that is a part of me. I am always in awe of its beauty and neglect.

  • FREE GAZA Poster

    FREE GAZA Poster

    This poster design is available for download if anyone would like to use it in protest of the U.S. funding the Israeli genocide of Palestinians.

  • 5′ Mountain

    5′ Mountain

    Back into writing poetry after a long hiatus… again. This piece was written in response to a Long Covid flare-up and the lessons learned from places I’ve met.

  • HURRAY! Two years of the Non-Human Neighbors Zine

    HURRAY! Two years of the Non-Human Neighbors Zine

    Channeling sorrow, I began ‘Non-Human Neighbors’ zine as a project to highlight the JOY I feel in living with the individuals around me. My hope is to communicate that the beings we share space with are inherently worthy of consideration and respect. Thank you to all who support the project.

  • PEACE // LIBERATION Poppies

    PEACE // LIBERATION Poppies

    This is a A3 (11×17″) poster for download if anyone would like to use it in protest or as an image of hope. May all beings be at ease. Poppies symbolize remembrance of those lost and to wish for a peaceful future.

  • MOSS CLOUDS

    MOSS CLOUDS

    Back into writing poetry after a long hiatus, or at least back to sharing these words the world. Also announcing my new hand-painted patch project!

  • Blood Moon Risograph Print

    Blood Moon Risograph Print

    On the evening of the last full lunar eclipse until 2025, I finally finished a piece that I started in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic. Here’s the behind the scenes!

  • Celebrating ONE YEAR of the “Non-Human Neighbors” Mini-Zine!

    Celebrating ONE YEAR of the “Non-Human Neighbors” Mini-Zine!

    Here I am, reminiscing on the one year anniversary of the Non-Human Neighbors zine project. What a dream come true!

  • Non-Human Neighbors Mini Zine

    Non-Human Neighbors Mini Zine

    I’m excited to share my newest project with you all–the Non-Human Neighbors Mini Zine! Read on for details and how to subscribe for the quarterly publication.

  • SUMMER SOLSTICE

    SUMMER SOLSTICE

    The summer solstice occurred about a month ago and now we’re in the thick of the season. I want to make sure I post this poem before I forget!

  • ‘Stay Proud’ Heart

    ‘Stay Proud’ Heart

    Here and queer! See the artistic process that transformed this LGBTQ+ ‘Stay Proud’ painting to a final sticker design. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍

  • I AM HERE I AM

    I AM HERE I AM

    Brood x cicadas are arriving! Observing them around metro Detroit inspired me to create this sketch and poem.

  • The Laborers Are Free

    The Laborers Are Free

    ‘The Laborers Are Free’: take a look at a new painting based upon a poem I wrote at the onset of the pandemic.

  • B117

    B117

    Had fun with a compass while illustrating an abstract COVID-19 virus. Check out this piece and my free-verse poem ‘B117’.

  • Should Be A Good Awakening

    Should Be A Good Awakening

    Read my new poem “A Good Awakening” with an original mossy illustration!

  • Robin’s Song

    Robin’s Song

    Check out my newest painting and poem featuring the iconic bringers of spring, American Robins!

  • PANDEMIVERSARY

    PANDEMIVERSARY

    A poem to mark the full year of the pandemic and a sketchbook illustration featuring four garner snakes.

  • Light Strikes

    Light Strikes

    Light Strikes: Poem and sketchbook illustration (featuring a hairy woodpecker and pressed squill flowers). This is the very first poem posted on my blog!

  • Portraits of Gumbo the Cat

    Portraits of Gumbo the Cat

    Gumbo is silky black cat who was adopted from a wood pile as a small kitten. Read more about this mischievous cat and the artistic process behind his two commissioned portraits!

  • Snowy Cardinal Holiday Commission

    Snowy Cardinal Holiday Commission

    This Northern Cardinal painting was commissioned as a custom gift for the holidays. Created at the end of 2020, the image symbolized perseverance and hope for the months ahead. Read on to see the story!

  • Portrait of Eli the Bunny

    Portrait of Eli the Bunny

    Eli is a big rescued bunny who is loved dearly by his family! Read about the process of painting his commissioned portrait.

  • Fancy Enough Swan Illustration

    Fancy Enough Swan Illustration

    The ‘Fancy Enough Swan’ screen print poster is my studio’s first ever retail art for sale! Read about the inspiration for the piece and artistic process behind creating it.

  • Introducing Ren S.K. Studio

    Introducing Ren S.K. Studio

    Welcome to Ren S.K. art studio! Illustration and graphic design inspired by nature. Follow my artwork and reach out for commissions.