Writing Banished Creatures of the Arcana: A Dark Fantasy in the Making I am currently in the midst of writing a dark fantasy novel. A story that has been living inside me in some form since childhood. Dark fantasy has always fascinated me because it sits at the crossroads of two genres I love most: fantasy and horror. I want to weave the wonder of magic and myth with a sense of unease, suspense, and emotional depth. Rather than writing what already exists, I set out to create the kind of...

Dark Fantasy Tropes I Love (And how i used it in My Novel) What Is a Trope? A trope is a commonly recognized story pattern, device, theme, or character type  that appears across many books, movies, and genres. Tropes aren’t clichés by default. They’re familiar storytelling building blocks. Tropes become clichés only  when used without intention or originality. Most Common Tropes in Fantasy 1. The Chosen One A prophesied hero destined to save the world. 2. The Mentor or Wise Guide A Gandalf,...

How to paint a Halloween Pet Portrait! First, plan! During planning, I keep in mind the animal's personality. This is what I consider: Composition and Pose Try dynamic angles for spooky vibes Background Halloween Elements that I want to include Colour Pallet Halloween Elements to Include in a Pet Portrait Painting Accessories: witch hats, capes, tiny vampire fangs, or fairy wings. Props: carved pumpkins, candy, cauldrons, skulls, or lanterns. Magical effects: glowing eyes, sparkling aura,...