Today is Jen's birthday! She's the reason I'm even doing this :D
Hello everyone! So today is a different post from the usual because it's a Jen appreciation post! Jen , my wife ( I said that like Borat) is the sole reason why I'm even doing this and it's a rather cute story.
About nine years ago I was heavily invested in my government career and had basically shunned my artistic background. I got a degree in 3D art but decided to use my Army service to get a quiet govt career going. Then one day Jen introduced to me the concept of 3D printing.
She knew I needed a hobby (as I bugged her every time she was knitting) and pointed out that I could actually 3D print miniatures that I designed to use in our DnD games. I was apprehensive at first. I had a bad experience after college trying to start an art career and the NYC area was a cut throat advertising cesspool. But she dragged me by the ear to the DC public library where I took a crash course on 3D printing. I was hooked after that lol.
After many posts on Reddit I eventually got my own 3D printer. Then I decided to just make the whole Monster Manual. Then Jen introduced Patreon to me and after a few years I was able to make enough here to make this my full time job.
Were it not for my wife I wouldn't be here today enjoying my life and making art for you all. Today we're celebrating her birthday by relaxing, enjoying some booze, and being our chill selves. She's my world and she's only made our lives better.
Anyway I just wanted to share. Time to enjoy some food. Stay amazing everyone!
Comments (38)
Happy Birthday!
happy birhday!
Happy Birthday!
Happy Birthday!!!
I love this story. Happy belated Birthday Jen
Thank you, Jen. And belated birthday wishes.
Love this, love how you are so humble, love how your wife has a sense of what you need. Lucky man
Happy birthday, Jen!
Happy birthday Jen!
Thanks Jen!!!!!! and Happy Birthday from a randon internet fan.
Bringing joy to the world through the creation of monsters. Ironic and lovely.
Thank you Jen for sharing him with us.
Happy birthday Jen!! Take good care of your wife on her special day.
I know what a pain it is to have someone interrupt your knitting, lol. Happy Birthday to Jen!
What a fantastic story! Happy Birthday to Jen! As a former government drone (now a corporate drone - same work, just paid better), I salute your pursuit of your passion. Having a partner that encourages that pursuit makes it that much sweeter. Enjoy the day!
Beautiful picture. Enjoy your celebration. And thank you for all your fabulous work!
Jen is appreciated :)
Thank you, Jen, for getting him into it!!!! Happy Birthday!
And a well deserved break at that, happy birthday, Jen!
Happy birthday Jen and thanks for hooking Miguel into the hobby!!!!
Happy birthday Jen!
Happy Birthday Jen!
Happy Birthday Jen!!! Hope your having a wonderful day!!!
Happy birthday Jen.
Happy birthday Jen! Thank you for inspiring the wonderful work your husband does!
That's an awesome story! The Happiest of Birthdays to you, Jen, and a big thank you from all of us!
Such a great story. I so happy for you both, and happy birthday to Jen!
Happy Birthday Jen!! Thank you for your encouragement and to you both!!
Happy Birthday Jen! That was a very cute story. Hope you continue to inspire and enjoy each other.
Awww, so cute! Have a great day!
To Jen!
She's my hero. I'm glad you switched back to art.
Happy birthday!!! 🥳🥳🥳
My wife laments all the mess that comes from 3D printing but when I showed her the first minis I made all the complaints went away and she became super engaged. Having someone to share your cool stuff with is a really precious thing, don't ever take it for granted. Have a great day together and keep being awesome!
Thank you to the both of you.
Love seeing stuff like this about independent/smaller creators. Happy birthday and keep up the great work!
Happy birthday and enjoy both of you
May her birthday be glorious!