The Bear Creek Creative Family
Welcome to our family blog, where we post some of the outpouring of creativity that has been uniquely given to us by the Great Creator Himself. It’s a key part of our family identity! Join us in exploring the simple joys and creative vibes that keeps our family having fun. We hope you get inspired to let loose your own creative gifts!
“Do not neglect the gift you have, which was given you by prophecy when the council of elders laid their hands on you. Practice these things, immerse yourself in them, so that all may see your progress.” 1 Timothy 4:14-15
Zara the Protector
A Field Guide to Gnomes
Hectorium Infinium
Latest Creative Posts
Green Beighn: Part 7
Urickh’s sheriff was a few sandwiches short of a picnic and about as sharp as mashed potatoes. He tried his best, but Urickh was a crime-ridden town, and the sheriff had a hard time keeping up. So, you shouldn’t be surprised when I tell you that a group of six thugs...
3 friends
The 3 friends/main characters in our book, hiking up a hill
Understanding the Cave (Caveman Chronicles)
Kpleeb, a resourceful caveman, discovers he can manipulate the cave walls and demands changes to aid his survival. With inventive experimentation, he commands the cave to provide food and alter its structure, gaining hope for escape. His persistence and understanding of the cave’s responses mark a breakthrough in his quest for freedom.
Capybara Family Timelapse
Daisylight
An inset illustration in our book, of Daisylight the fox
Capybara family
A sneak peak of one of the illustrations for our book.
30: Convergence (Hectorium Infinium)
Hector and his friends set out to take down Flores and his henchmen. The climax of the novel approaches…
Learning (Caveman Chronicles)
Kpleeb, a cave-dweller, experiences strange occurrences in his environment, such as the outcropping changing height and mysterious voices. He attempts to control elements like the sun and cave wall, realizing he may be manipulated by higher powers. Despite his frustrations, he resolves to learn and understand these gods’ influence over his surroundings.
Squirrel
Ac little squirrel chasing a butterfly
Magic (Caveman Chronicles)
Kpleeb awoke in a cave, feeling bored and hungry. He struggled to mark time without tools. The hollow in the cave gave him unusual food, and the stone changed at his touch. He doubted the spirits his tribe believed in. As he lay down, he wished for home, longing to share his strange experiences.
29: Lessons in the Arcane (Hectorium Infinium)
“A theologian, a judge, a business owner, and an tzulik walk into a bar.”
Thus begins a very bad joke, and a very good chapter of HECTORIUM INFINIUM!
desert traveler timelapse
underwater Timelapse
This illustration took me 6 hours
Raccoon
A fat little raccoon
A Voice (Caveman Chronicles)
Kpleeb finds himself trapped in a cave, navigating a monotonous existence. Mysterious events unfold, including a strange voice, inexplicable rain, and unusual food. As he grapples with these surreal occurrences, he questions his reality and searches for meaning in his isolated, bewildering environment.
Light
I drew this mainly to practice capturing bright backlight
Self Portrait
A tried my hand at drawing myself, stylized of course.
Queen
A regal queen in her palace. The background on this illustration was tricky to make, but quite fun!
The New Cave (Caveman Chronicles)
Kpleeb wakes up in a strange cave with a smooth floor and multiple sides. He notices a weird sun and moon cycle and finds mysterious food and water. Despite the routine, he ponders if this is merely hell. Days blend together, leaving him questioning his reality.
Desert Traveler
A traveler going through a desert town with her animal.