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Absent from AnthroCon

In what is becoming a familiar refrain in these spaces, I must regretfully announce that Heliopause will not be present at AnthroCon 2022. This decision was not taken lightly, and my sympathies are with the staff and attendees as they navigate a challenging event in even more challenging times. For the long story behind this decision (and it is not entirely COVID related!) please see this post.

For now, my hope is to have some originals and LE prints in the art show, thanks to the generosity of a kind friend who has agreed to agent for me.

Thanks go out to everyone who has purchased from the online shop, bought my books (from wherever), and subscribed to me on Patreon. You make it possible for me to continue to create new and inspiring works of art and fiction even in the most difficult of times.

Watch this space for an exciting Professor Odd update coming soon!

All the best,

-Goldeen

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Further Confusion 2022

Now with Jan 7th update!

I had hoped to be attending Further Confusion in San Jose this month, both in the dealer’s room and in the art show, but due to the ongoing surge of the omicron variant I am having to modify my plans—which may yet be modified further. For now, here is what I do know:

  1. As of Jan 3, Further Confusion is planning to go ahead with an in-person event on the original dates, January 13-17.
  2. Given the infectiousness of the omicron COVID-19 variant, and despite the con’s comprehensive prevention protocol, I cannot in good conscience attend a multiday indoors event with thousands of other people. My health, and the health of my friends and family (and all y’all) are more important.
  3. As of Jan 6, Further Confusion has been cancelled/posponed. They are currently scrambling the details and my heart goes out to the staff and volunteers.

Here is what I am currently (as of Jan 6) planning:

  • I can put art in the art show, so if the con is worth the risk to you (and no judgement there, these cons are worth a lot!) you’ll be able to see my work and support me there.
  • I will also be in town (in order to hang my art!) and I may be able to arrange an outdoor visit Sunday afternoon with those mutually inclined. However I won’t be doing any public dining or socializing indoors, so be ready with those umbrellas if the weather looks wet!
  • If there is something from me you’ve been yearning for, please drop me a line and we can work something out. Otherwise, my online shop is always open!
  • If you would like to support me, but aren’t in a position to buy anything, sharing is caring! Whether it’s an RT, an email, or word of mouth, every little bit helps. Book reviews are also nice, on whatever platform is convenient for you. I also have some print seconds of books that I can’t sell, but would make wonderful lenders or additions to local Little Free Libraries. If you’re interested in being a Heliopause Ambassador get in touch and I can get you set up!

Best of luck to all who attend, and much love to everyone!

-Goldeen