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The Deviousness Award is given to one deviant each month in recognition of their exemplary contributions to DeviantArt and its community, and has been a long-standing tradition since DeviantArt’s early years. @ZimtHandmade is the recipient of May 2025’s Deviousness Award, so please join us in congratulating them! A cherished presence within the DeviantArt community, @ZimtHandmade enchants audiences with their expressive illustrations and meticulously crafted needle-felted creations. Their gallery is a testament to a unique blend of storytelling and artistry, where each piece resonates with emotion and imagination. From dynamic character designs to intricate sculptures, their work reflects a deep passion and dedication to the craft.​ Beyond their artistic talents, @ZimtHandmade is a beacon of positivity and support. They actively engage with fellow artists, offering encouragement, insightful feedback, and fostering a nurturing environment for creativity to flourish. Their commitment

Open up a box of inspiration and snag some free digital art tools! These resources are perfect for whatever artistic endeavor you may find yourself taking on. TUTORIALS Don't be afraid to try something new! Simple, step-by-step tutorials from incredible deviants. This month's tutorial: WEEKLY COMMUNITY ART TIP Every week we highlight a piece of educational content from the community! CREATIVE CRATES Free download packs from some of your favorite artists, paired with insights and a spectacular piece of art. See them all here. See all resources. Looking for information on updates or support?

Multi-image deviations can be utilized in so many different ways and accommodate a wide variety of artist stories. You're bound to be inspired by one of the methods below that you might not have considered! Browse through the wide range of unique styles, and upload a multi-image deviation using your own creations! Share sketch dumps, WIPs, concept art, and even the journey from idea to the final work of art all in a single deviation. The whole is more than the sum of its parts! WORK IN PROGRESS CONCEPT ART Comic strips seem like a natural application for multi-image deviations, but they're also perfect for narrative-driven sequences, step-by-step visual guides, and more! Gone is the need to constantly post and update your and links! COMICS STEP-BY-STEP SEQUENCES ANIMATED Ever have trouble deciding between backgrounds, poses, or details because they're each amazing in their own unique way? Fret no more, because, with multi-image deviations

Get to know talented artists from the community and their work by reading featured interview journals! Fan Art Unleased: October 2023 Art Feature: A Guided Tour of Dark Academia Adoptable Creator Showcase: October 2023 Fan Art Unleashed: September 2023 Feature: Shading, Color Theory, and More Adoptable Creator Showcase: September 2023 Art Feature: Vaporwave - A Visual Journey Fan Art Unleashed: August 2023 Fan Art Unleased: July 2023 Art Feature: Inspire and Empower Resilience with AlexanderPaupoff Bringing new worlds and characters to life with Grimlai Feature: Drawing Humans and Undiscovered Art with BeckyKidus Creating the covers of Battle Dragons with Era7 Creating custom art for the voice of Goku Weekly Artist Interview: Nuhanotion Weekly Artist Interview: mercuryferns Weekly Artist Interview: vonnesaur Weekly Artist Interview: RHADS Weekly Artist Interview: Laovaan Weekly Artist Interview: Kyutsiii Weekly Artist Interview: burningmonk Weekly Artist Interview:

Learn easy ways to customize your profile! Do you want to customize your profile on DeviantArt? Whether you’re trying to personalize your space for the first time or have been decorating your profile for years, here are some tips and tricks to make your profile feel like home. Theme Is Everything To start personalizing your Profile, first come up with an idea for the overall vibe you want it to have. This can range from simply selecting a color palette based on colors you like (or artwork in your Gallery) to deciding what backgrounds you want to use to add interesting elements to your Profile. Go with whatever suits your vision! How to Customize Add a Cover Image Adding a Profile cover image is a great starting point for all deviants, and it’s easy to do! When creating a cover image for your Profile, the recommended dimensions are 1600 pixels by 800 pixels and 1920x1080 resolution at minimum, so the image fits well and appears clearly for all viewers. To get

Journal drafts are joining the party in the Studio! Previously, unfinished drafts of journals could only be found in the Posts tab on your Profile, but with this and a few other quality-of-life improvements, Studio is the one-stop place to manage needs of both your visual and written deviation drafts! Manage Journal Drafts In the Drafts section of your Studio, navigate to the "Journals" tab at the top, right next to "Media" and "Literature," and make any edits you need. Journal drafts are still available in their previous home in Profile > Posts > and selecting "Drafts" from the dropdown. Schedule Journals As with other types of content, you can now schedule journal drafts through your Studio. Simply go to Drafts > Journals > Click the “...” on the far right of the draft > Select "Schedule," and set your preferred publish time. You can also bulk schedule by checking the boxes to the left of each item and selecting from the "Edit" menu.  Use Shift to Multi-Select Save time selecting

When you find a deviation or comment that’s buzz-worthy during the month of May, give it a limited-time Bee badge! If you give 20 badges before the end of the month, you’ll also get a Sweet as Honey badge for your profile! How to give the Bee badge: It’s easy to award Bee badges to deviations and comments! Just click the icon beneath the deviation or comment, select the Bee badge from the modal, and click “Award Badge.” Each badge costs 1 gem, so everyone can spread the love! Need more gems? Upgrade to Core Membership to get additional gems granted each week! Join the Conversation What single artwork can always make you want to talk about it? Share a deviation you’ve found recently that you consider buzz-worthy in your comment! As always, please keep the Etiquette Policy in mind when leaving a comment.

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