Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long have you been drawing?
A: I have been drawing since my parents allowed me to hold objects with the potential to leave markings on other objects. Fortunately, I wasn't a fan of drawing on vertical surfaces like walls (although I did get in trouble during grade school for doodling horses and dragons on my desks in pencil). When I was little, I'd fill notebook after notebook with short stories and illustrations, and spend hours drawing animals and people with funny haircuts and outlandish outfits.
Q: Why do you use your last name as a prefix?
A: I actually borrowed the idea from my dad, whose Insightful Parenting essays are called Kahnversations. I'm a sucker for bad puns.
Q: What are your favorite animals?
A: In order, my favorite animals are: horses, wolves, tigers, domestic cats, cephalopods (especially cuttlefish), hermit crabs, and birds of prey.
Q: Favorite books?
A: In no particular order: Blade of Tyshalle by Matthew Woodring Stover; American Gods by Neil Gaiman, Gingerbread by Rachel Cohn; His Dark Materials trilogy by Philip Pullman; the Ender Quartet by Orson Scott Card; The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey. Oh, and I will always love the Animorphs series by K.A. Applegate.
Q: Where is the coolest place you've ever visited?
A: The coolest place that I've visited so far is New Zealand. I managed to climb up and down a mountain without injuring myself, saw absolutely stunning landscape and bizarre animals, and learned how to smuggle meat pies onto a trolley without getting in trouble. Some other amazing trips were to Iceland, South Korea (my homeland) and Nova Scotia (land of Clare, my best friend).
Q: I have an awesome idea for a drawing. Will you draw it?
A: Maybe. It depends on how busy I am, how many other drawings I'm in the process of completing, whether or not this is a commission or just a sketch "for fun," how detailed you want it, whether or not it could violate any copyrights or common decency, and, honestly, whether or not I find it interesting. I'm always open to discuss your ideas, but don't be offended if I politely decline.
Q: I want to get a tattoo of a _______. Can you draw it for me?
A: See above. I do charge a fee for tattoo designs, based on the size, intricacy, and how many drafts it takes before the design is to your satisfaction. I recommend talking to your tattoo artist and asking them to design your tattoo, as they are professionals who will create the finished product. It could save you more money and trouble in the long run, and help you build a stronger rapport with your tattoo artist. They need work, too! If you absolutely need to have an original Kahn design, I'm flattered and would be more than happy to discuss it with you!
Q: How long does it take for you to draw something?
A: Again, it all depends on the subject matter, intricacy of the drawing, and the materials used. Some sketches take me as little as a minute to complete. Larger, more detailed drawings can take hours, days, or weeks to finish.
Q: Can I use one of your drawings as my avatar/profile picture/reference for a drawing/character design for a story I'm writing?
A: Short answer, please no. If you would like to commission me to draw your character or design an avatar for your personal use, please ask! I do not allow my existing art to be used elsewhere without my written permission.
Q: Why are you so picky about your art being used? Shouldn't you be flattered?
A: I am flattered, but I also detest art theft (even if it's unintentional). I've had too many experiences with my art being used without my permission for commercial or personal use, and any artist who earns a living on their work will tell you that it is disrespectful and, in many cases, illegal. Please respect artists by NOT taking their work.
Q: How did you get into horseback riding? Why horses?
A: My parents say that I was always obsessed with horses, although when I was very little, my favorite animals were elephants. I always wanted to ride elephants at fairs and see them at the zoos, but I think my toddler brain realized that horses, while smaller and less dexterous than elephants, were easier to obtain and ride. Horses also leave much smaller manure piles, which was another point in their favor. I began taking riding lessons at age 5, and bought my first horse when I was 13. Horseback riding was and still is my sport of choice, and it brings me exhilaration and also great peace.
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: I'll let you know when I get there.
A: I have been drawing since my parents allowed me to hold objects with the potential to leave markings on other objects. Fortunately, I wasn't a fan of drawing on vertical surfaces like walls (although I did get in trouble during grade school for doodling horses and dragons on my desks in pencil). When I was little, I'd fill notebook after notebook with short stories and illustrations, and spend hours drawing animals and people with funny haircuts and outlandish outfits.
Q: Why do you use your last name as a prefix?
A: I actually borrowed the idea from my dad, whose Insightful Parenting essays are called Kahnversations. I'm a sucker for bad puns.
Q: What are your favorite animals?
A: In order, my favorite animals are: horses, wolves, tigers, domestic cats, cephalopods (especially cuttlefish), hermit crabs, and birds of prey.
Q: Favorite books?
A: In no particular order: Blade of Tyshalle by Matthew Woodring Stover; American Gods by Neil Gaiman, Gingerbread by Rachel Cohn; His Dark Materials trilogy by Philip Pullman; the Ender Quartet by Orson Scott Card; The Expanse series by James S.A. Corey. Oh, and I will always love the Animorphs series by K.A. Applegate.
Q: Where is the coolest place you've ever visited?
A: The coolest place that I've visited so far is New Zealand. I managed to climb up and down a mountain without injuring myself, saw absolutely stunning landscape and bizarre animals, and learned how to smuggle meat pies onto a trolley without getting in trouble. Some other amazing trips were to Iceland, South Korea (my homeland) and Nova Scotia (land of Clare, my best friend).
Q: I have an awesome idea for a drawing. Will you draw it?
A: Maybe. It depends on how busy I am, how many other drawings I'm in the process of completing, whether or not this is a commission or just a sketch "for fun," how detailed you want it, whether or not it could violate any copyrights or common decency, and, honestly, whether or not I find it interesting. I'm always open to discuss your ideas, but don't be offended if I politely decline.
Q: I want to get a tattoo of a _______. Can you draw it for me?
A: See above. I do charge a fee for tattoo designs, based on the size, intricacy, and how many drafts it takes before the design is to your satisfaction. I recommend talking to your tattoo artist and asking them to design your tattoo, as they are professionals who will create the finished product. It could save you more money and trouble in the long run, and help you build a stronger rapport with your tattoo artist. They need work, too! If you absolutely need to have an original Kahn design, I'm flattered and would be more than happy to discuss it with you!
Q: How long does it take for you to draw something?
A: Again, it all depends on the subject matter, intricacy of the drawing, and the materials used. Some sketches take me as little as a minute to complete. Larger, more detailed drawings can take hours, days, or weeks to finish.
Q: Can I use one of your drawings as my avatar/profile picture/reference for a drawing/character design for a story I'm writing?
A: Short answer, please no. If you would like to commission me to draw your character or design an avatar for your personal use, please ask! I do not allow my existing art to be used elsewhere without my written permission.
Q: Why are you so picky about your art being used? Shouldn't you be flattered?
A: I am flattered, but I also detest art theft (even if it's unintentional). I've had too many experiences with my art being used without my permission for commercial or personal use, and any artist who earns a living on their work will tell you that it is disrespectful and, in many cases, illegal. Please respect artists by NOT taking their work.
Q: How did you get into horseback riding? Why horses?
A: My parents say that I was always obsessed with horses, although when I was very little, my favorite animals were elephants. I always wanted to ride elephants at fairs and see them at the zoos, but I think my toddler brain realized that horses, while smaller and less dexterous than elephants, were easier to obtain and ride. Horses also leave much smaller manure piles, which was another point in their favor. I began taking riding lessons at age 5, and bought my first horse when I was 13. Horseback riding was and still is my sport of choice, and it brings me exhilaration and also great peace.
Q: What do you want to be when you grow up?
A: I'll let you know when I get there.
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