Letters from the Studio
A fortnightly newsletter by Ana Varela
You can follow my work by subscribing to the fortnightly newsletter where I share project updates and upcoming events.
Sent every two weeks. No spam. Unsubscribe any time.
What You'll Find in Each Letter
Work in progress:
Process photos and thoughts from whatever I’m currently painting, including the ongoing Deck of Dreams tarot project and my mythology illustration series.
Behind the decisions:
Why I chose a certain composition, how a color palette came together, what went wrong and how I fixed it (or didn’t).
Upcoming events:
Exhibition dates, markets, and any news before it goes anywhere else.
The occasional tangent:
A myth I’ve been thinking about, a medieval manuscript I fell down a rabbit hole researching, a book I’d recommend.
Away from the Algorithm
I started this newsletter because I wanted a place to share work that didn’t have to be polished, finished, or optimized for engagement.
These letters are short, personal, and arrive every two weeks without fail. They’re available in English, French, and Portuguese, so you choose in which language you’d like to receive them.
If you’re curious about how watercolor illustrations come to life (especially work rooted in folklore, mythology, and medieval art) this is the best place to follow along.
