Hello! My name is Solus Thompson, and I'm an amateur digital artist. I enjoy D&D, horror media, reptiles, and of course, art of all forms. I'm also the proud parent of a rather mischievous black cat named Eclipse (and hopefully many more critters in the future when I have money).

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        My "art journey" began during the COVID-19 pandemic, when I joined several small online communities dedicated to various indie webcomics. In these spaces, I was able to meet many different artists, some professional, some hobbyist, and some trying to move from hobbyist to professional. This inside look at the online art world inspired me to start creating art of my own, using online events like Art Fight to practice in what felt like a more low stakes environment.

        Because of this, I am largely self-taught, having received little professional instruction, learning mostly through trial and error. Because of this, my art may not be quite as "polished" as others', but I'm personally okay with that. Part of what makes art appealing to me is that it is so challenging, and that it allows me to express myself while also building a skill.

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        I draw inspiration from many different aspects of my life. I'm queer and neurodivergent, so themes of identity and self-discovery often creep into my work. I also often draw on dark fantasy, sci-fi, and horror themes and aesthetics, as I enjoy the ways these genres can be used to express dissatisfaction and frustration with the world we live in. I also often draw upon dreamy, otherworldly visuals.

        More than anything, I'm simply trying to create the kind of art I'd like to experience for myself. I enjoy putting my own lived experiences out into the world, and then seeing how an audience resonates, or does not resonate, with them.