NishiCat
@nishicat.bsky.social
Digital illustrator | 2D Animator | Cryptid
Commissions: https://ko-fi.com/nishicat
Commissions: https://ko-fi.com/nishicat
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NishiCat
@nishicat.bsky.social
· Jun 1
I’m very excited to announce that commissions are now officially open with my new Ko-Fi page! I’ll be offering illustrated prints, merch design, and character design/references for authors and creators alike!
✨Link in bio✨
#art #artwork #commission #characterdesign #oc
✨Link in bio✨
#art #artwork #commission #characterdesign #oc
I made an overly emotional video on my other socials- but I just want to say... “Coyote vs. ACME” is my favorite movie ever. It’s a story about perseverance. Even in failure,the fight is worthwhile. It’s so heartfelt and funny, and came at a time when I really needed its story. ❤️
September 14, 2026 at 3:06 PM
I made an overly emotional video on my other socials- but I just want to say... “Coyote vs. ACME” is my favorite movie ever. It’s a story about perseverance. Even in failure,the fight is worthwhile. It’s so heartfelt and funny, and came at a time when I really needed its story. ❤️
Profile/Persona design commission for Gizmo!
Gizmo’s platform is still a WIP, so be sure to check them out after launch!
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Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Gizmo’s platform is still a WIP, so be sure to check them out after launch!
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Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
September 3, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Profile/Persona design commission for Gizmo!
Gizmo’s platform is still a WIP, so be sure to check them out after launch!
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Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Gizmo’s platform is still a WIP, so be sure to check them out after launch!
✨✨✨
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Another chibi WIP from my upcoming comic!
Quincy Francis… Such a strange one…
I have a bit more before I’m fully finished. Blocking colors out in grayscale first is a hack I had no idea I needed!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Quincy Francis… Such a strange one…
I have a bit more before I’m fully finished. Blocking colors out in grayscale first is a hack I had no idea I needed!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
August 21, 2026 at 6:41 PM
Another chibi WIP from my upcoming comic!
Quincy Francis… Such a strange one…
I have a bit more before I’m fully finished. Blocking colors out in grayscale first is a hack I had no idea I needed!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Quincy Francis… Such a strange one…
I have a bit more before I’m fully finished. Blocking colors out in grayscale first is a hack I had no idea I needed!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
Roberta! Her skirt pattern is inspired by Lenca weaving in Honduras, inspired by my own family heritage! She’s a journalist with a knack for finding trouble… of the supernatural variety.
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror #honduras
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror #honduras
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
August 19, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Roberta! Her skirt pattern is inspired by Lenca weaving in Honduras, inspired by my own family heritage! She’s a journalist with a knack for finding trouble… of the supernatural variety.
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror #honduras
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
#art #originalcharacter #chibi #cosmichorror #honduras
Check out my Ko-Fi for commissions! Link in bio!
So… What now? There are a lot of ideas! Don’t give up hope yet!
August 14, 2026 at 3:15 PM
So… What now? There are a lot of ideas! Don’t give up hope yet!
I have many feelings today, but hope is among them
August 12, 2026 at 2:26 PM
I have many feelings today, but hope is among them
Get out and vote today, Wisconsin!
To check registration, see what you need to register at the polls, see what’s on the ballot, or find your polling location, check out:
myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
vote.org
To check registration, see what you need to register at the polls, see what’s on the ballot, or find your polling location, check out:
myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
vote.org
August 11, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Get out and vote today, Wisconsin!
To check registration, see what you need to register at the polls, see what’s on the ballot, or find your polling location, check out:
myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
vote.org
To check registration, see what you need to register at the polls, see what’s on the ballot, or find your polling location, check out:
myvote.wi.gov/en-us/
vote.org
Playing with a bit of scene design! I was going to write about how strange it is flipping between creative posts and advocacy posts, but honestly…Art is how I process the world.
I have many thoughts and passions that I just need to get out, and art and storytelling do just that.
I have many thoughts and passions that I just need to get out, and art and storytelling do just that.
August 6, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Playing with a bit of scene design! I was going to write about how strange it is flipping between creative posts and advocacy posts, but honestly…Art is how I process the world.
I have many thoughts and passions that I just need to get out, and art and storytelling do just that.
I have many thoughts and passions that I just need to get out, and art and storytelling do just that.
This isn’t a paid or official endorsement or advertising! I used to volunteer a lot as a teen, and realized that I can still use my voice, or pen, for good. Voting is just one small step forward!
Wisconsin! Go out and vote for the 2026 Partisan Primary: Tuesday, August 11, 2026!
Wisconsin! Go out and vote for the 2026 Partisan Primary: Tuesday, August 11, 2026!
August 5, 2026 at 7:07 PM
This isn’t a paid or official endorsement or advertising! I used to volunteer a lot as a teen, and realized that I can still use my voice, or pen, for good. Voting is just one small step forward!
Wisconsin! Go out and vote for the 2026 Partisan Primary: Tuesday, August 11, 2026!
Wisconsin! Go out and vote for the 2026 Partisan Primary: Tuesday, August 11, 2026!
Roberta WIP design! I gave her fashion a few touch-ups! The skirt pattern will be inspired by Honduran Lenca weaving, paying homage to an aspect of her (and my own) identity.
#art #chibi #oc #originalcharacter #artwork
#art #chibi #oc #originalcharacter #artwork
August 3, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Roberta WIP design! I gave her fashion a few touch-ups! The skirt pattern will be inspired by Honduran Lenca weaving, paying homage to an aspect of her (and my own) identity.
#art #chibi #oc #originalcharacter #artwork
#art #chibi #oc #originalcharacter #artwork
“Excuse me, sir! Do you mind giving your statement?”
I don’t think Roberta would say she has a favorite animal, but cats seem to really like her. She always has a kind word and a some good pets for them.
#art #chibi #cat #oc #originalcharacter
I don’t think Roberta would say she has a favorite animal, but cats seem to really like her. She always has a kind word and a some good pets for them.
#art #chibi #cat #oc #originalcharacter
July 25, 2026 at 1:26 AM
“Excuse me, sir! Do you mind giving your statement?”
I don’t think Roberta would say she has a favorite animal, but cats seem to really like her. She always has a kind word and a some good pets for them.
#art #chibi #cat #oc #originalcharacter
I don’t think Roberta would say she has a favorite animal, but cats seem to really like her. She always has a kind word and a some good pets for them.
#art #chibi #cat #oc #originalcharacter
I wanted to challenge myself to make full scenes to get more of a feel for my characters and their world. I love how much more personality they add to the characters themselves. Still have some touch ups before moving on to next steps!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
July 23, 2026 at 5:06 PM
I wanted to challenge myself to make full scenes to get more of a feel for my characters and their world. I love how much more personality they add to the characters themselves. Still have some touch ups before moving on to next steps!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
Art process comparison just for fun!
I also really love how glossy the piece looked before adding the noise layer! But I’m a big fan of the wear and texture it gives when I add it!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
I also really love how glossy the piece looked before adding the noise layer! But I’m a big fan of the wear and texture it gives when I add it!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
July 22, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Art process comparison just for fun!
I also really love how glossy the piece looked before adding the noise layer! But I’m a big fan of the wear and texture it gives when I add it!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
I also really love how glossy the piece looked before adding the noise layer! But I’m a big fan of the wear and texture it gives when I add it!
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
Outfit and color tests for Roberta!
For a cosmic horror/adventure protagonist, I really like the challenge of a main character who still embodies hope. I can’t ever write something truly miserable.
I never want Roberta to lose her heart.
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
For a cosmic horror/adventure protagonist, I really like the challenge of a main character who still embodies hope. I can’t ever write something truly miserable.
I never want Roberta to lose her heart.
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
July 21, 2026 at 5:18 PM
Outfit and color tests for Roberta!
For a cosmic horror/adventure protagonist, I really like the challenge of a main character who still embodies hope. I can’t ever write something truly miserable.
I never want Roberta to lose her heart.
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
For a cosmic horror/adventure protagonist, I really like the challenge of a main character who still embodies hope. I can’t ever write something truly miserable.
I never want Roberta to lose her heart.
#art #artwork #characterdesign #digitalartist #oc
Going through my sketchbook and finding THIS gem of a self portrait. It’s significantly funnier out of context, but maybe someday I’ll edit the comic it comes from.
#art #artwork #sketch #meme #sketchbook
#art #artwork #sketch #meme #sketchbook
July 20, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Going through my sketchbook and finding THIS gem of a self portrait. It’s significantly funnier out of context, but maybe someday I’ll edit the comic it comes from.
#art #artwork #sketch #meme #sketchbook
#art #artwork #sketch #meme #sketchbook
I have even more thoughts, this time with cited sources!
It absolutely isn’t perfect, but “The Courage to Create” is a really great resource for artists who sometimes doubt if their work is worthwhile (spoiler: it absolutely is).
#art #artwork #comic #leadership #hopecore
It absolutely isn’t perfect, but “The Courage to Create” is a really great resource for artists who sometimes doubt if their work is worthwhile (spoiler: it absolutely is).
#art #artwork #comic #leadership #hopecore
July 17, 2026 at 8:16 PM
I have even more thoughts, this time with cited sources!
It absolutely isn’t perfect, but “The Courage to Create” is a really great resource for artists who sometimes doubt if their work is worthwhile (spoiler: it absolutely is).
#art #artwork #comic #leadership #hopecore
It absolutely isn’t perfect, but “The Courage to Create” is a really great resource for artists who sometimes doubt if their work is worthwhile (spoiler: it absolutely is).
#art #artwork #comic #leadership #hopecore
AGREE. I’ve been doing academic research on how hope and joy can serve as radical acts of resistance… How INTENTIONAL our social and cultural structures are to keep people miserable and beyond community building is astounding!
There is nothing scarier to power than people in community.
There is nothing scarier to power than people in community.
Everything that has happened over the past decade is specifically designed to worsen everyone’s mental health and increase fears/instances of paranoia and I feel like the powers in society are explicitly not discussing this and instead blaming this problems on “phones” or whatever.
July 15, 2026 at 10:32 PM
AGREE. I’ve been doing academic research on how hope and joy can serve as radical acts of resistance… How INTENTIONAL our social and cultural structures are to keep people miserable and beyond community building is astounding!
There is nothing scarier to power than people in community.
There is nothing scarier to power than people in community.
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Everything that has happened over the past decade is specifically designed to worsen everyone’s mental health and increase fears/instances of paranoia and I feel like the powers in society are explicitly not discussing this and instead blaming this problems on “phones” or whatever.
July 15, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Everything that has happened over the past decade is specifically designed to worsen everyone’s mental health and increase fears/instances of paranoia and I feel like the powers in society are explicitly not discussing this and instead blaming this problems on “phones” or whatever.
Reposted by NishiCat
*scrungles you with the intensity of a hydraulic press*
July 15, 2026 at 9:21 PM
*scrungles you with the intensity of a hydraulic press*
WIP! Inking stage.
I’ve been trying to figure out how to make good posts introducing my characters and story! There are way too many good ideas out there, and not much time to do them!
#art #artwork #wip #oc #originalcharacter
I’ve been trying to figure out how to make good posts introducing my characters and story! There are way too many good ideas out there, and not much time to do them!
#art #artwork #wip #oc #originalcharacter
July 15, 2026 at 10:28 PM
WIP! Inking stage.
I’ve been trying to figure out how to make good posts introducing my characters and story! There are way too many good ideas out there, and not much time to do them!
#art #artwork #wip #oc #originalcharacter
I’ve been trying to figure out how to make good posts introducing my characters and story! There are way too many good ideas out there, and not much time to do them!
#art #artwork #wip #oc #originalcharacter
(Permission to post the rough draft process!)
WIP profile photo commission for Gizmo (I’ll share more when their brand is more established). I seriously LOVE trying out a new style!
✨✨Interested in designing your own personal brand? Check out my commissions! Ko-fi link in bio!✨✨
WIP profile photo commission for Gizmo (I’ll share more when their brand is more established). I seriously LOVE trying out a new style!
✨✨Interested in designing your own personal brand? Check out my commissions! Ko-fi link in bio!✨✨
July 13, 2026 at 5:48 PM
(Permission to post the rough draft process!)
WIP profile photo commission for Gizmo (I’ll share more when their brand is more established). I seriously LOVE trying out a new style!
✨✨Interested in designing your own personal brand? Check out my commissions! Ko-fi link in bio!✨✨
WIP profile photo commission for Gizmo (I’ll share more when their brand is more established). I seriously LOVE trying out a new style!
✨✨Interested in designing your own personal brand? Check out my commissions! Ko-fi link in bio!✨✨
I was going through some of my old art, and came across an old portrait of myself! It’s really strange to see how differently I imagined myself!
I’ve been spending a lot of time exploring and figuring out who I am, so this was cool to see!
#art #selfportrait #artwork #chibi #sketch
I’ve been spending a lot of time exploring and figuring out who I am, so this was cool to see!
#art #selfportrait #artwork #chibi #sketch
July 13, 2026 at 1:09 AM
I was going through some of my old art, and came across an old portrait of myself! It’s really strange to see how differently I imagined myself!
I’ve been spending a lot of time exploring and figuring out who I am, so this was cool to see!
#art #selfportrait #artwork #chibi #sketch
I’ve been spending a lot of time exploring and figuring out who I am, so this was cool to see!
#art #selfportrait #artwork #chibi #sketch