Airen Hall
@withoutaladder.bsky.social
Writer. Illustrator. Wild Feminist. Book lover. 1 wife, 3 kids, 3 cats. (She/her)
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It was another fantastic #FolktaleWeek. I really loved participating this year and I'm so glad I made the time to do it.
#FolktaleWeek2025
#FolktaleWeek2025
November 24, 2025 at 11:11 PM
It was another fantastic #FolktaleWeek. I really loved participating this year and I'm so glad I made the time to do it.
#FolktaleWeek2025
#FolktaleWeek2025
Final day of #FolktaleWeek2025: DAWN. I was happy to see this prompt because I had already been thinking of doing a piece with the Roman goddess Aurora and her winged chariot. Synchronicity!
#folktaleweek #mythology
#folktaleweek #mythology
November 23, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Final day of #FolktaleWeek2025: DAWN. I was happy to see this prompt because I had already been thinking of doing a piece with the Roman goddess Aurora and her winged chariot. Synchronicity!
#folktaleweek #mythology
#folktaleweek #mythology
And here's a close-up on the Cailleach herself.
November 22, 2025 at 12:34 PM
And here's a close-up on the Cailleach herself.
Can't believe we're already on Day 6 of #FolktaleWeek2025: STORM. I did a depiction of the Cailleach, or Storm Hag. She is a figure from Gaelic/Celtic mythology.
#folktaleweek
#folktaleweek
November 22, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Can't believe we're already on Day 6 of #FolktaleWeek2025: STORM. I did a depiction of the Cailleach, or Storm Hag. She is a figure from Gaelic/Celtic mythology.
#folktaleweek
#folktaleweek
#FolktaleWeek2025, Day 5: Charm!
I chose to depict the Norse legend of Andvari, a dwarf who lived under a waterfall and had a magic ring called Andvaranaut. The ring is the charm, and you can see it better in the close-up below. 😊 #folktaleweek #Norsemythology
I chose to depict the Norse legend of Andvari, a dwarf who lived under a waterfall and had a magic ring called Andvaranaut. The ring is the charm, and you can see it better in the close-up below. 😊 #folktaleweek #Norsemythology
November 21, 2025 at 10:39 PM
#FolktaleWeek2025, Day 5: Charm!
I chose to depict the Norse legend of Andvari, a dwarf who lived under a waterfall and had a magic ring called Andvaranaut. The ring is the charm, and you can see it better in the close-up below. 😊 #folktaleweek #Norsemythology
I chose to depict the Norse legend of Andvari, a dwarf who lived under a waterfall and had a magic ring called Andvaranaut. The ring is the charm, and you can see it better in the close-up below. 😊 #folktaleweek #Norsemythology
Day 4 of #FolktaleWeek2025: BOOK. I do a lot of bookshelves to sell at markets of various sizes and kinds. I have done a couple other "witch's bookshelf" pieces, but I made this one specifically for #folktaleweek. Yay books!
November 20, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Day 4 of #FolktaleWeek2025: BOOK. I do a lot of bookshelves to sell at markets of various sizes and kinds. I have done a couple other "witch's bookshelf" pieces, but I made this one specifically for #folktaleweek. Yay books!
#FolktaleWeek2025, Day 3. The prompt is Rain. I went with a depiction of the peperuna, a Slavic rain dance ritual (so fascinating to learn about!) I'm not sure the full effect of the piece comes through in a picture online. It is probably my favorite of my seven #folktaleweek pieces this year.
November 19, 2025 at 11:10 PM
#FolktaleWeek2025, Day 3. The prompt is Rain. I went with a depiction of the peperuna, a Slavic rain dance ritual (so fascinating to learn about!) I'm not sure the full effect of the piece comes through in a picture online. It is probably my favorite of my seven #folktaleweek pieces this year.
Day 2 of #FolktaleWeek2025!
The prompt today is ECHO. I chose to do a version of the fairytale "Diamonds and Toads" that I am calling "Serpents & Snakes." The gift one sister gets is echoed by the curse on the other sister.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweekecho #cutpapercollage
The prompt today is ECHO. I chose to do a version of the fairytale "Diamonds and Toads" that I am calling "Serpents & Snakes." The gift one sister gets is echoed by the curse on the other sister.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweekecho #cutpapercollage
November 18, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Day 2 of #FolktaleWeek2025!
The prompt today is ECHO. I chose to do a version of the fairytale "Diamonds and Toads" that I am calling "Serpents & Snakes." The gift one sister gets is echoed by the curse on the other sister.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweekecho #cutpapercollage
The prompt today is ECHO. I chose to do a version of the fairytale "Diamonds and Toads" that I am calling "Serpents & Snakes." The gift one sister gets is echoed by the curse on the other sister.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweekecho #cutpapercollage
And here's a couple close-ups!
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
And here's a couple close-ups!
Hooray, it's #FolktaleWeek2025! My favorite art prompt event of the year.
The prompt today is NIGHT. I chose the story of the Lady & the Lantern, an old ghost story with several versions.
I painted, cut, and collaged an assortment of papers for this piece.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweeknight
The prompt today is NIGHT. I chose the story of the Lady & the Lantern, an old ghost story with several versions.
I painted, cut, and collaged an assortment of papers for this piece.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweeknight
November 17, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Hooray, it's #FolktaleWeek2025! My favorite art prompt event of the year.
The prompt today is NIGHT. I chose the story of the Lady & the Lantern, an old ghost story with several versions.
I painted, cut, and collaged an assortment of papers for this piece.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweeknight
The prompt today is NIGHT. I chose the story of the Lady & the Lantern, an old ghost story with several versions.
I painted, cut, and collaged an assortment of papers for this piece.
#folktaleweek #folktaleweeknight
Heading into a busy holiday market season with five markets coming up. If you're in the DMV, hope to see you at one of them!
November 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Heading into a busy holiday market season with five markets coming up. If you're in the DMV, hope to see you at one of them!
In DC? Stop by the Van Ness Main Street pop-up market today! I'll be here until 3.
September 13, 2025 at 2:01 PM
In DC? Stop by the Van Ness Main Street pop-up market today! I'll be here until 3.
Happy #kidlitartpostcard for September! I create collaged illustrations using paper I paint and cut by hand. Looking for representation and interested in PBs and covers.
www.withoutaladder.com
www.withoutaladder.com
September 4, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Happy #kidlitartpostcard for September! I create collaged illustrations using paper I paint and cut by hand. Looking for representation and interested in PBs and covers.
www.withoutaladder.com
www.withoutaladder.com
Ugh, I've been so awful at posting anything lately. It's been a weird summer and a tough year. But here's a tree I'm working on today....all those tiny leaves are very soothing for me. And, yes, I cut them all out by hand. 😄
August 4, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Ugh, I've been so awful at posting anything lately. It's been a weird summer and a tough year. But here's a tree I'm working on today....all those tiny leaves are very soothing for me. And, yes, I cut them all out by hand. 😄
Happy Mother's Day!
May 11, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Happy Mother's Day!
qrp with starry art
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May 9, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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It might be rainy this morning, but there's tons of amazing local artists and makers over at the @peoplesbooktakoma.com Spring Market! I'm here until 3 - come check it out!
May 4, 2025 at 2:22 PM
It might be rainy this morning, but there's tons of amazing local artists and makers over at the @peoplesbooktakoma.com Spring Market! I'm here until 3 - come check it out!
Today has been pretty miserable for an assortment of reasons. BUT. I did finish a couple of new little pieces for my weekend markets, including this little tea one I think turned out pretty cute.
May 2, 2025 at 9:58 PM
Today has been pretty miserable for an assortment of reasons. BUT. I did finish a couple of new little pieces for my weekend markets, including this little tea one I think turned out pretty cute.
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard! I create illustrations by collaging paper I paint and cut by hand. Seeking representation and interested in covers and PBs.
www.withoutaladder.com
www.withoutaladder.com
May 1, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard! I create illustrations by collaging paper I paint and cut by hand. Seeking representation and interested in covers and PBs.
www.withoutaladder.com
www.withoutaladder.com
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard! I create illustrations using papers I paint, hand cut, and collage. I am looking for representation. See more at www.withoutaladder.com!
April 3, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Happy #KidLitArtPostcard! I create illustrations using papers I paint, hand cut, and collage. I am looking for representation. See more at www.withoutaladder.com!
Happy Spring Equinox! This is a piece I made earlier this year, anticipating the coming of spring.
March 20, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Happy Spring Equinox! This is a piece I made earlier this year, anticipating the coming of spring.
Feels like a good day to share this piece from couple years ago.
Silence, Constancy, Transformation
Silence, Constancy, Transformation
March 18, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Feels like a good day to share this piece from couple years ago.
Silence, Constancy, Transformation
Silence, Constancy, Transformation