arihoma's illustration blog

As I sit here on a grey winter morning, tea in hand and our lively puppy Niji curled up beside me (finally tired after his latest burst of energy), I can’t help but reflect on how fast time is flying. It’s been a while since I’ve updated this space—life has been a swirl of activity, creativity, and the occasional chaos that comes with a busy hAs I sit here on a grey winter afternoon, tea in hand and our lively puppy Niji curled up beside me (finally tired after his latest burst of energy), I can’t help but reflect on how fast time is flying. It’s been a while since I’ve updated this space—life has been a swirl of activity, creativity, and the occasional chaos that comes with a busy household of kids, cats, and one very lively dog. So, hello again! Let’s catch up.

The past months have been a mix of new projects and rediscovering old loves. I’ve been focusing on smaller creative endeavours lately, sneaking moments to sketch whenever inspiration strikes. Winter always seems to bring a slower pace, and I’ve been leaning into that—letting ideas simmer and seeing where they might lead.

On the home front, the kids are back at school, and I’ve been busy taking down most of the Christmas decorations. I’ve left some of the twinkling lights up, though—they look so pretty all year round and add a bit of magic to the everyday. The house feels a little emptier without the tree, but those small touches keep it feeling warm and inviting.

As I think about the new year ahead, I feel a renewed sense of excitement for the stories and illustrations yet to come. If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that creativity ebbs and flows, and that’s okay. The important thing is to keep showing up, even if it’s in small ways—a quick sketch, a sentence written, a moment spent dreaming.

If you’d like to see more regular updates, I share bits of my creative process and daily life over on Instagram (@arihoma). It’s a lovely way to connect and stay inspired.

So, here’s to new beginnings, rekindled passions, and the joy of sharing them with all of you. I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to, too—what projects, books, or cosy winter moments are filling your days? Let’s keep the conversation going.

Until next time, Arianeousehold of kids, cats, and one very lively dog. So, hello again! Let’s catch up.

The past months have been a mix of new projects and rediscovering old loves. I’ve been focusing on smaller creative endeavours lately, sneaking moments to sketch whenever inspiration strikes. Winter always seems to bring a slower pace, and I’ve been leaning into that—letting ideas simmer and seeing where they might lead.

On the home front, the kids are back at school, and I’ve been busy taking down most of the Christmas decorations. I’ve left some of the twinkling lights up, though—they look so pretty all year round and add a bit of magic to the everyday. The house feels a little emptier without the tree, but those small touches keep it feeling warm and inviting.

As I think about the new year ahead, I feel a renewed sense of excitement for the stories and illustrations yet to come. If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the years, it’s that creativity ebbs and flows, and that’s okay. The important thing is to keep showing up, even if it’s in small ways—a quick sketch, a sentence written, a moment spent dreaming.

So, here’s to new beginnings, rekindled passions, and the joy of sharing them with all of you. I’d love to hear what you’ve been up to, too—what projects, books, or cozy winter moments are filling your days? Let’s keep the conversation going.

Until next time, Ariane