See You in 2026
Dearest Travelers of the Crumbiverse,
When I started building Crumb Canvas, I wanted to create something that made people smile - the way you smile when you catch something unexpected and it reminds you the world still has magic in it. Watching this universe take shape, seeing your responses, knowing these tiny characters found their way into your day has been the real gift.
This year also brought some wonderful validation:
Official Selection: New York Film & Cinematography Awards, Golden Foster
Official Selection: AI Film3, Shelf Life
Official Selection: Tokyo Film & Screenplay Awards, Golden Foster
Finalist: AI Design Awards, P3-180 Incident
Seeing these stories resonate on the festival circuit has validated what I believe: that warmth, heart, and the distinct tactile quality of this art have a place in the future of storytelling. But beyond the awards, my greatest joy has been simply creating this world.
A Note on 2026
As my own inbox fills with newsletters, I’m acutely aware that I may be contributing to someone’s digital overwhelm. So I’m scaling back the frequency of these posts. I’m not stepping away. I simply want what arrives in your inbox to feel worth opening, not overwhelming.
I’ll still be here building Crumb Canvas. New characters are waiting to introduce themselves. Storytelling techniques I’m eager to explore. The work continues!
Wishing you a healthy, joyous, and love-filled new year.
See you next year.
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