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Crane City Limits

by Sam Soper
June 14, 2015October 11, 2018

Crane City Limits

Entry for the 2015 Austin Art Boards contest.

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Recent tattoo design commission of the late @theo_

Recent tattoo design commission of the late @theo_the_pirate_pom for his mama. I was so honored to have the opportunity to capture his light for such permanent application on her skin. And I was beyond amazed at the work the tattoo artist did, but more on that later.
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When you commission a bespoke illustration or mural from me, I have a multi-step process to ensure that the final design is something you’ll love for years to come. My exploratory process (shown in the second photo) gives clients multiple opportunities to provide feedback on sketches and drafts. Learn more about my process by clicking the Rates & Commissions button linked in the bio.
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📖📸 by @is.ra___
🐕 @theo_the_pirate_pom
#petportrait #theothepiratepom #bespokeillustration #portraitdrawing #rainbowbridge #pomeranian #copicmarkers #dogportrait #tattoodesign #penandink #gellyrollpens #denik #realismtattoo #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #austinartist #atxartist #atxart #austinart #portraitartist #characterart #inmemoriam #lotr #lordoftherings #sketchbook #processart #bespoke #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram

Pisces Season is here! ♓️ This one goes out to

Pisces Season is here! ♓️ This one goes out to all the mysterious lil fishies out there. Tag your favorite Pisces in the comments! 🐟
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My partner is my most favorite Pisces, so I depicted some chinook salmon on their spring run. He’s from BC so I thought it was fitting. 🥰
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#zodiac #pisces #piscesseason #piscesmemes #astrology #zodiacsigns #fish #chinooksalmon #procreate #applepencil #2021goals #salmon #salmonrun #river #ocean #lifecycle #conceptart #characterdesign #digitalpainting #aliencuties #procreateart #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #illustrationartists #austinart #austinartist #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #popsurrealist

I’ve had a lot of fun the past couple of weeks d

I’ve had a lot of fun the past couple of weeks doing all these CutieToonz portraits as Valentine’s Day! Thanks to all of you for keeping me busy while my laptop was in the shop.
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Due to my battery outgassing the first week of Feb, power outages end of last week and water outages/rolling blackouts this week, my regular (non-art income) February paycheck is basically going to be nothing. If you’d still like a portrait, I’m still taking commissions! Venmo @Samantha-Soper, send me a pic you want me to go off of, and I can get you taken care of within two days, so long as our power holds up.
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I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t in need right now. I freelance full time and have about $1000 worth of difference I need to make up in missed web work this month. My current anxiety level caused me to have assault flashback nightmares all night last night, so that was litty. 🥺
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#commissionsopen #couplesportrait #cartoonpeople #toonme #portraitdrawing #familyportraits #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #supportwomenartists #pleasehelp #femaleillustrators #womenwhodraw #allshemakes #characterdesign #caricature #caricatureartist #aliencuties #cutietoonz #procreateart #workingartists #winterstorm2021 #polarvortex2021 #customportrait #customcartoon #commission #commissionedart #supportsmallbusiness #atxartist #austinart #artist

Let me just start by IMMEDIATELY singing the prais

Let me just start by IMMEDIATELY singing the praises of @is.ra___. I usually like a couple of photos of myself, but she made it so hard to pick favorites because she caught so many that I love. She was super prepared with a vision board up front, met every deadline she set for herself, and was SO FUN to shoot with. Highly recommend her to anyone if you are looking for professional photos or just want to do a set for fun to make yourself feel beautiful!
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Last time I got headshots was 4 years ago. I was working at Golfsmith. They’d just announced bankruptcy so the photo studio decided eff it and let the creative team come get free headshots before the studio shut down and equipment was auctioned off. They were very bsns-bsns profesh white background headshots aligned with the idea that I’d go do more UX work with another big corporation after my year-long transitional services agreement ended. That wasn’t how things worked out. I kept failing interviews 4-5 steps in because I wasn’t specialized enough. F*ck me for having diversified interests, right?
.
But then something magical happened. Freelance clients started falling out of everywhere at me. I tried freelancing when I was younger and screwed it up, but EVERYTHING seemed to be guiding me that direction. I took the chance on myself that I’d grown, learned, and could do better... and I did! I’m now a few years down my career path leaning into chaos, pivoting with chaos, and thriving on chaos and I am SO HAPPY. But not just that, I am actually getting to follow my dreams. These photos capture this place I am at in my life so well. 💖
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📸 @is.ra___ 💍 Metatron cube earrings & gator foot necklace: @justpake ; Magic eye earrings: @qidadalife ; Pins/Buttons: @3rd_eye_monsters @tylerthrasherart @arfranklinstein @wishcraftgoods @alumandink 💄 Eyeshadow: @juviasplace
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#meettheartist #headshots #muralist #muralista #spratx #eltacorrido #muralsofinstagram #austinmurals #spacewhale #livingthedream #followhappiness #freelancer #supportwomenartists #femaleentrepreneur #femalemuralist #womenwhopaint #bossbabesatx #artwitch #independentartist #creativelifehappylife #imadethis #austinart #atxartist #livingmybestlife

Aquarius Season is here! ♒️ This one goes out

Aquarius Season is here! ♒️ This one goes out to all the dreamy little water bearers, pouring out new star stuff. Tag your favorite Aquarian in the comments!
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#zodiac #aquarius #aquariusseason #aquariusmemes #astrology #zodiacsigns #waterbearer #nebula #procreate #applepencil #2021goals #starnursery #starstuff #laurelcrown #zerogravity #starseeds #conceptart #characterdesign #digitalpainting #aliencuties #procreateart #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #illustrationartists #austinart #austinartist #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #popsurrealist

THE DROP IS LIVE! Let’s go! 48HRS ONLY! Click th

THE DROP IS LIVE!
Let’s go! 48HRS ONLY!
Click the link (Dream Squid Descends) in my bio to purchase!
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Limited edition 16”x16”
Gallery wrapped
Giclee print
Produced by @kickpunchbite
Only $100
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Packed and shipped anywhere in the United States for $15. If you are in Austin and want to do local pickup, use code “local” at checkout. Shipping times may vary, please allow up to two weeks for delivery.
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#art #kickpunchbite #artforsale #artdrop #artcollectors #collectable #limitededition #limitedrelease #shopthedrop #visionaryart #psychedelicart #squid #goldenhead #saltflats #boliviasaltflats #umbrella #artprints #canvasprints #colorfulart #iteration #trippyart #surrealism #surrealart #beautifulbizarremagazine #hifructosemag #juxtapoz #hifructose #conceptartist #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator

48HRS ONLY - Dropping 12pm CST tomorrow, Wed Jan 1

48HRS ONLY - Dropping 12pm CST tomorrow, Wed Jan 13 - Dream Squid Descends 🦑 Special limited release print partnering with @kickpunchbite - l1nked in the bi0 or on www.kickpunchbite.com. Don’t miss it!
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16”x16”
Giclée Print
Gallery Wrapped
Poly/Cotton Woven Canvas
Hand-built Composite Frame
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Happy to have this piece featured in the drop alongside 6 other amazing artists:
@brittpaintsalot & @everydayresearch collab
@kimieflores
@daseproject
@this_bird_
@killahcaskone
Riffing off a 13-year-old concept I painted back in 2008 (swipe for old pix) when I started to get into back into art my final semester of college (thanks to encouragement from @vixvimichael ), then sketched it again in 2018. Overjoyed with how this recent version came out.
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#limitededition #limitedrelease #shopthedrop #kickpunchbite #visionaryart #psychedelicart #squid #goldenhead #saltflats #boliviasaltflats #umbrella #artprints #canvasprints #colorfulart #iteration #trippyart #surrealism #surrealart #beautifulbizarremagazine #hifructosemag #juxtapoz #hifructose #conceptartist #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #femalegraphicdesigner #procreateart #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram

I guess you could say it’s been a WHALE of a yea

I guess you could say it’s been a WHALE of a year. (budumtsst) I know 2020 was a horrific dumpster fire for many, so I am feeling especially fortunate for everything I’ve experienced.
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I’ve achieved things this year I’d dreamt about for over a decade. It would not have happened without the local art community. Big shout outs to @mouf_ltd @everydayresearch @brittpaintsalot for teaching me how to spray paint and to
Britt (again) @oliveoilcrew @almostrealthings @_unknowncollective @spratxignite @blockpartyatx @witchesmarket.atx @chef_jrodi @s2tfoundation @deardiary_coffeehouse @polis_creative @haveyouseenthetardis for opening so many opportunities to me this year (and my parents for finally allowing me put some paint on their walls). I’ve connected with so many beautiful people in the first few months and online throughout the quarantine. Everyone’s trust and support has been monumental in getting me to where I am going. I am so grateful for everyone who continues to believe in me.
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For those going through mental health struggles and tough times: I want to remind you that these photos are the highest high points of my year and do not do justice to the emotional ebb and flow that was the reality; the 24/7 good times you see on social media is a lie. It’s taken a decent amount of therapy, a mix of medications and supplements, and constant practice identifying and breaking negative thought cycles and manic behavioral patterns to lessen the toll mental illness takes on my life. It still never goes away completely, but can become more manageable. Please know you’re not alone and you’re more powerful than the little shit talker in your head tells you. I believe in you.
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#topnine #topnine2020 #bestnine #bestnine2020 #2020inreview #emergingartist #retrospective #nye #2020 #newyearseve #mural #muralart #muralista #spratxignite #spraypaint #spacewhale #whale #aliencuties #supportwomenartists #femaleartist #femaleillustrator #bodypositive #mentalhealthawareness #neurodivergent #bipolardisoder #adhd #anxiety #psychedelicart #trippyart #popsurrealism

Capricorn szn!!! ♑️ Sending out love to all my

Capricorn szn!!! ♑️ Sending out love to all my hard-working lil Capricorn babes. 💖 Tag your favorite Capricorn below!
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Decided 2021 is the year to do an Alien Cutie-style zodiac series and what better time to start than the end of 2020? I wanted to give myself a monthly challenge to experiment with all the brushes on @procreate. ➡️ Swipe to see my first airbrushed Capricorn piece from a zodiac series I did with my partner for RAW:BOLD back in 2015 under @bamfaktory.
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#zodiac #capricorn #capricornseason #capricornmemes #astrology #zodiacsigns #seagoat #auroraborealis #procreate #applepencil #2021goals #greatconjunction #greatconjunction2020 #lightbringer #baphomet #asabovesobelow #conceptart #characterdesign #digitalpainting #aliencuties #procreateart #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #illustrationartists #austinart #austinartist #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #popsurrealist

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Recent tattoo design commission of the late @theo_

Recent tattoo design commission of the late @theo_the_pirate_pom for his mama. I was so honored to have the opportunity to capture his light for such permanent application on her skin. And I was beyond amazed at the work the tattoo artist did, but more on that later.
.
When you commission a bespoke illustration or mural from me, I have a multi-step process to ensure that the final design is something you’ll love for years to come. My exploratory process (shown in the second photo) gives clients multiple opportunities to provide feedback on sketches and drafts. Learn more about my process by clicking the Rates & Commissions button linked in the bio.
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📖📸 by @is.ra___
🐕 @theo_the_pirate_pom
#petportrait #theothepiratepom #bespokeillustration #portraitdrawing #rainbowbridge #pomeranian #copicmarkers #dogportrait #tattoodesign #penandink #gellyrollpens #denik #realismtattoo #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #austinartist #atxartist #atxart #austinart #portraitartist #characterart #inmemoriam #lotr #lordoftherings #sketchbook #processart #bespoke #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram

Pisces Season is here! ♓️ This one goes out to

Pisces Season is here! ♓️ This one goes out to all the mysterious lil fishies out there. Tag your favorite Pisces in the comments! 🐟
.
My partner is my most favorite Pisces, so I depicted some chinook salmon on their spring run. He’s from BC so I thought it was fitting. 🥰
.
#zodiac #pisces #piscesseason #piscesmemes #astrology #zodiacsigns #fish #chinooksalmon #procreate #applepencil #2021goals #salmon #salmonrun #river #ocean #lifecycle #conceptart #characterdesign #digitalpainting #aliencuties #procreateart #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #illustrationartists #austinart #austinartist #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #popsurrealist

I’ve had a lot of fun the past couple of weeks d

I’ve had a lot of fun the past couple of weeks doing all these CutieToonz portraits as Valentine’s Day! Thanks to all of you for keeping me busy while my laptop was in the shop.
.
Due to my battery outgassing the first week of Feb, power outages end of last week and water outages/rolling blackouts this week, my regular (non-art income) February paycheck is basically going to be nothing. If you’d still like a portrait, I’m still taking commissions! Venmo @Samantha-Soper, send me a pic you want me to go off of, and I can get you taken care of within two days, so long as our power holds up.
.
I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t in need right now. I freelance full time and have about $1000 worth of difference I need to make up in missed web work this month. My current anxiety level caused me to have assault flashback nightmares all night last night, so that was litty. 🥺
.
.
#commissionsopen #couplesportrait #cartoonpeople #toonme #portraitdrawing #familyportraits #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #supportwomenartists #pleasehelp #femaleillustrators #womenwhodraw #allshemakes #characterdesign #caricature #caricatureartist #aliencuties #cutietoonz #procreateart #workingartists #winterstorm2021 #polarvortex2021 #customportrait #customcartoon #commission #commissionedart #supportsmallbusiness #atxartist #austinart #artist

Let me just start by IMMEDIATELY singing the prais

Let me just start by IMMEDIATELY singing the praises of @is.ra___. I usually like a couple of photos of myself, but she made it so hard to pick favorites because she caught so many that I love. She was super prepared with a vision board up front, met every deadline she set for herself, and was SO FUN to shoot with. Highly recommend her to anyone if you are looking for professional photos or just want to do a set for fun to make yourself feel beautiful!
.
Last time I got headshots was 4 years ago. I was working at Golfsmith. They’d just announced bankruptcy so the photo studio decided eff it and let the creative team come get free headshots before the studio shut down and equipment was auctioned off. They were very bsns-bsns profesh white background headshots aligned with the idea that I’d go do more UX work with another big corporation after my year-long transitional services agreement ended. That wasn’t how things worked out. I kept failing interviews 4-5 steps in because I wasn’t specialized enough. F*ck me for having diversified interests, right?
.
But then something magical happened. Freelance clients started falling out of everywhere at me. I tried freelancing when I was younger and screwed it up, but EVERYTHING seemed to be guiding me that direction. I took the chance on myself that I’d grown, learned, and could do better... and I did! I’m now a few years down my career path leaning into chaos, pivoting with chaos, and thriving on chaos and I am SO HAPPY. But not just that, I am actually getting to follow my dreams. These photos capture this place I am at in my life so well. 💖
.
.
📸 @is.ra___ 💍 Metatron cube earrings & gator foot necklace: @justpake ; Magic eye earrings: @qidadalife ; Pins/Buttons: @3rd_eye_monsters @tylerthrasherart @arfranklinstein @wishcraftgoods @alumandink 💄 Eyeshadow: @juviasplace
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#meettheartist #headshots #muralist #muralista #spratx #eltacorrido #muralsofinstagram #austinmurals #spacewhale #livingthedream #followhappiness #freelancer #supportwomenartists #femaleentrepreneur #femalemuralist #womenwhopaint #bossbabesatx #artwitch #independentartist #creativelifehappylife #imadethis #austinart #atxartist #livingmybestlife

Aquarius Season is here! ♒️ This one goes out

Aquarius Season is here! ♒️ This one goes out to all the dreamy little water bearers, pouring out new star stuff. Tag your favorite Aquarian in the comments!
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.
#zodiac #aquarius #aquariusseason #aquariusmemes #astrology #zodiacsigns #waterbearer #nebula #procreate #applepencil #2021goals #starnursery #starstuff #laurelcrown #zerogravity #starseeds #conceptart #characterdesign #digitalpainting #aliencuties #procreateart #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #illustrationartists #austinart #austinartist #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram #popsurrealist

THE DROP IS LIVE! Let’s go! 48HRS ONLY! Click th

THE DROP IS LIVE!
Let’s go! 48HRS ONLY!
Click the link (Dream Squid Descends) in my bio to purchase!
•
•
Limited edition 16”x16”
Gallery wrapped
Giclee print
Produced by @kickpunchbite
Only $100
•
•
Packed and shipped anywhere in the United States for $15. If you are in Austin and want to do local pickup, use code “local” at checkout. Shipping times may vary, please allow up to two weeks for delivery.
•
•
#art #kickpunchbite #artforsale #artdrop #artcollectors #collectable #limitededition #limitedrelease #shopthedrop #visionaryart #psychedelicart #squid #goldenhead #saltflats #boliviasaltflats #umbrella #artprints #canvasprints #colorfulart #iteration #trippyart #surrealism #surrealart #beautifulbizarremagazine #hifructosemag #juxtapoz #hifructose #conceptartist #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator

48HRS ONLY - Dropping 12pm CST tomorrow, Wed Jan 1

48HRS ONLY - Dropping 12pm CST tomorrow, Wed Jan 13 - Dream Squid Descends 🦑 Special limited release print partnering with @kickpunchbite - l1nked in the bi0 or on www.kickpunchbite.com. Don’t miss it!
.
16”x16”
Giclée Print
Gallery Wrapped
Poly/Cotton Woven Canvas
Hand-built Composite Frame
.
Happy to have this piece featured in the drop alongside 6 other amazing artists:
@brittpaintsalot & @everydayresearch collab
@kimieflores
@daseproject
@this_bird_
@killahcaskone
Riffing off a 13-year-old concept I painted back in 2008 (swipe for old pix) when I started to get into back into art my final semester of college (thanks to encouragement from @vixvimichael ), then sketched it again in 2018. Overjoyed with how this recent version came out.
.
.
#limitededition #limitedrelease #shopthedrop #kickpunchbite #visionaryart #psychedelicart #squid #goldenhead #saltflats #boliviasaltflats #umbrella #artprints #canvasprints #colorfulart #iteration #trippyart #surrealism #surrealart #beautifulbizarremagazine #hifructosemag #juxtapoz #hifructose #conceptartist #supportwomenartists #femaleillustrator #womenwhodraw #femalegraphicdesigner #procreateart #artistsoninstagram #illustratorsoninstagram

I guess you could say it’s been a WHALE of a yea

I guess you could say it’s been a WHALE of a year. (budumtsst) I know 2020 was a horrific dumpster fire for many, so I am feeling especially fortunate for everything I’ve experienced.
.
I’ve achieved things this year I’d dreamt about for over a decade. It would not have happened without the local art community. Big shout outs to @mouf_ltd @everydayresearch @brittpaintsalot for teaching me how to spray paint and to
Britt (again) @oliveoilcrew @almostrealthings @_unknowncollective @spratxignite @blockpartyatx @witchesmarket.atx @chef_jrodi @s2tfoundation @deardiary_coffeehouse @polis_creative @haveyouseenthetardis for opening so many opportunities to me this year (and my parents for finally allowing me put some paint on their walls). I’ve connected with so many beautiful people in the first few months and online throughout the quarantine. Everyone’s trust and support has been monumental in getting me to where I am going. I am so grateful for everyone who continues to believe in me.
.
For those going through mental health struggles and tough times: I want to remind you that these photos are the highest high points of my year and do not do justice to the emotional ebb and flow that was the reality; the 24/7 good times you see on social media is a lie. It’s taken a decent amount of therapy, a mix of medications and supplements, and constant practice identifying and breaking negative thought cycles and manic behavioral patterns to lessen the toll mental illness takes on my life. It still never goes away completely, but can become more manageable. Please know you’re not alone and you’re more powerful than the little shit talker in your head tells you. I believe in you.
.
.
#topnine #topnine2020 #bestnine #bestnine2020 #2020inreview #emergingartist #retrospective #nye #2020 #newyearseve #mural #muralart #muralista #spratxignite #spraypaint #spacewhale #whale #aliencuties #supportwomenartists #femaleartist #femaleillustrator #bodypositive #mentalhealthawareness #neurodivergent #bipolardisoder #adhd #anxiety #psychedelicart #trippyart #popsurrealism

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