Who am I?

Hey, I’m Milena Milak, and I’m an Artist in Progress.

I’ve worked on and off as a freelance illustrator, but in 2021, I got serious about studying art fundamentals, and in the process, I started redefining my style.

I'm a digital artist always looking for ways to bring a traditional feel into my work. I sketch a lot. My sketchbook is where I play, explore, and unwind from the screen. I write about my creative practice, share Procreate tips, sketchbook prompts, and how I navigate the creative path with a neurodivergent brain.

If you’re an artist in progress too, you’re welcome to join me here.

What comes with a paid membership?

✦ Full access to the archive (including all Cinematic Composition Challenge articles!)

✦ 10% off on my Procreate brush set

✦ Once per month:

• a full walk-through of one of my sketchbook pages (based on that month’s sketch ideas, with notes on my process, tools, and lessons I learned)

• live drawing sessions (I’d love to do them monthly, but I do travel a lot so some months might be skipped)

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✦ Once per week:

• a sketch prompt for your Analog Day (more about Analog Day here)

And what comes with a free membership?

Behind-the-scenes journey of a self-taught artist transitioning into children’s book illustration. So, things like:

• Cinematic Composition Challenge breakdown (where I analyze a movie scene and turn it into a picture book spread concept). Read about it here

• What I’m learning about illustration, storytelling, and building a portfolio.

• Honest thoughts on self-doubt, creative habits, and pushing through as a neurodivergent creative

Plus, as a free subscriber, you’ll still receive one Analog Day prompt each month

If you don’t feel like subscribing… You’re welcome to buy me a croissant!

Buy me a croissant 🥐