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Valentine Barker ➡️ Athens
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From oil painter to comic artist and a little of everything in between. Artist on The Airless Year. Demi. He/Him/His.

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My partner in crime -- @mrsbarker.bsky.social -- and I took a walk that lead us up a "hill". Turns out there are some pretty great views along the way.
A photograph of the Parthenon atop the Acropolis (in Athens, Greece) at sunset.
November 29, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Hard day at the office -- the clouds are moving too fast so my light changes constantly.
A photo of a plein air easel set up on the sand with the sea in the background.
November 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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All set up and ready to go at @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social ! D-13 in Bubbleboy Hall! Literally right under the sign!
A well-dressed Black man sitting behind a table of art, prints, and comics.
November 15, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Little bit of a head study from this morning. Fountain pen and watercolor.
A watercolor painting of a Black woman's head. Drawn in brown ink and colored with watercolor.
November 13, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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This feels relevant today for all my friends in the States.
A cartoon image of a Black woman holding a shield and a sword with its tip facing downward. The copy urges one to vote in order to safeguard democracy.
November 4, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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Doing some color sketching and had a blast! Being in a sketchbook is great for my soul. Also: tried cribbing teal shadows from @morganbeem.bsky.social and I think I'm in love?
A page in a sketchbook featuring four femme heads (three in color) and six feet drawings (four in heels.)
November 4, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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Did some sketching at the pub tonight.
A pen sketch of the bar area at an English pub.
November 3, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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I just added 13 new pieces to the online store! Mostly oils, but some other stuff, too! Don't forget: use code "greece" at checkout to save 50% on any and all original pieces!

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An oil painting of a kneeling figure cropped from the waist down. The palette is yellow and black. An oil painting of two eggs and a spoon in a glass of water. The palette is beige. A watercolor painting of Hornet from the videogame Hollow Knight: Silksong. A watercolor painting of Lt. Ellen Ripley from the Alien movie franchise firing a flamethrower.
October 25, 2025 at 9:09 PM
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It's time for Toffee the timeline cleanser.
A photograph of a sleepyhead dachshund-mix dog with her chin on the arm of a couch.
October 17, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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It's an original watercolor, so there's only one.
A watercolor painting of Ellen Ripley from the Alien franchise firing a flame thrower.
October 11, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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What up, New York?! Did a little Hornet doodle over the weekend. She's available for $150 at table D-45 in Artist Alley. Come say hi!

#nycc #nycc25 #nycc2025
A watercolor painting of Hornet from Silksong. She's holding her customary weapon - a needle - and her iconic red robes.
October 11, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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All set up and ready for NYCC 2025!

Come say "hi" and maybe bring caffeine? Table D-45 in Artist Alley!
A photograph of a table set in a comic convention's artist alley! It features an array of color full prints and a standing banner that reads "Valentine Barker".
October 9, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Did you know that I'm an oil painter? And that I paint covers? Especially when it's a cool project I believe in? Well I do!

So maybe pop over to www.kickstarter.com/projects/sha... to pre-order @thesharkqueen.com 's collection of amazing stories! And art!

There are special prizes coming soon!
The cover of a short story collection that features a gigantic woman emerging from a portal. The predominant colors are pink and blue.
October 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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My exclusive for NYCC is off to the printer, but if you can't make it out to New York, lemme know you want one, and we'll get it sorted out!

Limited edition of 50 will be made!
A cartoon drawing of three characters from KPop Demon Hunters; colorfully-dressed women with magical weapons.
October 1, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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I painted the cover for a fantastic collection of amazing stories -- WHICH IS NOW LIVE ON KICKSTARTER! Do me a favor and check it out?

www.kickstarter.com/projects/sha...
The cover design for a collection of stories. It features an oil painting of a giant, menacing woman emerging from a portal in blues and purples.
October 1, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Artists, QRP with your favorite portrait you've drawn!

Self portrait c. 2008
4x6
Oil on panel
A monochromatic oil painting of a young black man in heavy shadow.
September 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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NYCC is about three weeks away, so I'm opening up pre-show commission slots!

7x10 Watercolor:
2 color - $100
Full color - $175

Feel free to message me if you're interested!
A cartoon drawing of a femme character in stockings and a mini skirt. She holds a cane over her shoulder that sports a raven's head for a handle. A cartoon drawing of a femme character sitting in a chair with a fishing pole in her hands. A cartoon drawing of a femme character in pink lingerie with black heart-shaped pasties. A cartoon drawing of a femme character in fishnet stockings and a leather jacket.she has purple hair.
September 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM
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Two new prints debuting at Rose City Comic Con this weekend! Come by table J-48 to get yours!
A cartoon drawing of a woman in front of a green background. She's drinking a bottle of water. The copy reads, "hydrate take breaks." A cartoon drawing of a femme character in front of an ochre background. They're masked and holding a baseball bat with their right hand raised in a fist. The copy reads, "fight facism."
September 3, 2025 at 9:27 PM
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A painting of a man in a pool of liquid with giant spider legs sticking out of it.
August 30, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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Oh. In case anyone was curious where I stand:
A cartoon drawing of a femme character from behind. She stands in front of a pink background and holds a cricket bat over her shoulder.
August 29, 2025 at 3:03 AM
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Went for a walk to get some ice cream and cool down and I can't believe the universe is out here attacking me like this...
A photograph of a blue dumpster with a black lid. The words "fine art" are stenciled in white block letters.
August 27, 2025 at 4:13 AM
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Another day another pair of color charts.
A chart of oil paints showing the results of them being mixed with one another. A chart of oil paints showing the results of them being mixed with one another.
August 15, 2025 at 5:28 AM
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No. 09: 12x16. $75
No. 77: 24x12. $100
No. 17: 12x24. $100

DMs are open for interested parties!
An oil painting of a figure in a red shirt tied off in front. Their cleavage is visible. An oil painting of a reclined figure. They are wearing a white collared shirt and red stockings. Their hand is covering their vaginal area. An oil painting of a standing figure. They are wearing knee-high stockings and a black skirt, which they're lifting to reveal a red phallus.
August 11, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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No. 27: 12x16. $75
No. 48: 12x16. $75
No. 85: 16x12. $75
No. 40: 12x16. $75

DMs are open for interested parties!
An oil painting of a figure in a red corset with their arms crossed over their waist. An oil painting of a nude figure wearing a red neck tie. Their underpants are pulled down their thighs. An oil painting of a nude figure with a red plastic dog bone between their teeth. They are wearing a dog collar. An oil painting of a nude figure; there's a red ribbon cascading over their shoulders and covering their breasts.
August 11, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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No. 07: 12x12. $60
No. 74: 12x12. $60
No. 49: 12x12. $60
No. 84: 12x12. $60

DMs are open for interested parties!
An oil painting of a figure in a black button-up shirt and red undergarments. They're leaning forward. An oil painting of a reclined nude figure wearing stockings and garters with ballet heels on a red ground. An oil painting of a nude figure sitting in a red chair with their legs crossed. An oil painting of a seated figure in a red robe - open at the front to expose one breast.
August 11, 2025 at 10:16 PM