Faerian: Just as every artist has different themes they like to explore, every artist has a different way of doing things. These are typically influenced by their artistic inspirations and environment. I believe that this variability is what produces the beautiful canvas of art with different shapes and themes that we all love so much.

A lot of people have asked us about your artistic method, and what you do to “get in the zone” and create the beautiful work that you do. What does that look like for you, and what tools do you find are the best to use?

Winterkeep: I really need a quiet/calm place, not too much light around… I really don’t like when people are around me watching what I’m doing. I’m a digital artist, and I don’t use pencil and paper anymore, my computer is really my blank paper and the style is my pencil. It also allows me to use colors immediately on the canvas to set the mood.

Faerian: Wonderful. I think your fans will really enjoy the behind the scenes peek at how you create your work! 

Next – I’d love to understand why you chose to work with Faerian. Your work is so highly regarded across the world, and I’d love to get a sense for what inspired you to work with Faerian. What made you choose us?

Winterkeep: I wanted to give it a try, and because I trusted the owner. Everything seemed very professional, and Cynthia seemed trustworthy. NFTs can be a scam sometimes, people have already tried to steal my art, so I know I now need to be more careful.

Faerian: I’m sorry to hear that people have tried to steal your work. This is something that has always been present in the Art world, but has become more prevalent and easy to do with the dawn of the digital age. Gone are the days when someone would have to propel from the roof of an art gallery to steal a painting, they simply now can screenshot a piece of art. It seems to me that while the digital age has allowed more access to great pieces of art, it also comes with this very real risk.

Talking about digital art, what are your thoughts about AI art? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Why?

Winterkeep: Could be a nice tool to get inspiration… but people shouldn’t claim themselves as “artists” by simply entering a prompt.

Faerian: Unfortunately, that’s becoming a trend at the moment, especially in the NFT marketplaces. Talking about that, there are varying opinions about the NFT world, and some misconceptions about what it’s all about. Some see it as a great way to make money quickly, while others believe in the idea of a decentralized marketplace where creators can create. 

What are your thoughts on the current state of NFTs?

Winterkeep: I’m really a noob about NFT, I barely understand blockchain technology. About the NFT market, well, sometimes I hear about crashes, and sometimes I hear about companies launching their own NFTs, so I guess it depends on the market, and the people who want to invest in it.

Faerian: We’re glad to be here to help you navigate it then. 

Lastly, what are your next exciting projects/adventures?

Winterkeep: I might write a story one day, about a dead and destroyed moon that needs to be restored.

Faerian: That sounds super cool! I’ve always been fascinated about the idea of a dystopian future, and the humans that will fight to restore life. Hearing you say that reminds me a bit of Majora’s Mask, and the moon that threatens to destroy the town. Looking forward to reading that!

Thanks for speaking with us today Winterkeep, and we look forward to chatting with you again!

This was the first of 6 exclusive interviews from Faerian – so stay tuned for more exciting content from the world’s first fantasy art gallery.

You may see Winterkeep’s portfolio through here.