Sky McKinnon is an author and artist grown from the Pacific coast of Alaska. They hold an MFA in poetry from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and a master’s in library and information science from the University of Washington, though their journey with stories began with their mother in the forests of the North.
Sky currently resides in Seattle with friends, both upright and furry varieties, and their beloved partner Jayde, who continues to be a source of endless inspiration and joy.
“The Edge of Where My Light Is Cast” is an exploration, though not an answer, to the question of how love and memory manifest in new technology. At what point do these afterimages take on their own life, and how far do they reach? It is also, for those with a taste for more direct description, a tale of a cat and caretaker who love each other very much.
This story is dedicated to the memory of Derick Burleson: friend, mentor, and a kind and brilliant poet who loved fiercely and without apology.
Carina (Jiayun) Zhang is a US-based Chinese artist studying at the Rhode Island School of Design. Their expertise lies in interdisciplinary creative health works, encompassing projects for educational institutions, hospitals, galleries, and publications. Carina strives to improve cultural humility in illustrations, explore the therapeutic aspect of the art-making process in clinical use, and bring joy to the world through storytelling.
Best known for celebrating the whimsical minds and lovely imperfections of life, their artistic journey revolves around the core principles of play and therapy, employing a kaleidoscope of colors and diverse mediums to give voice to their emotions. As Carina grows alongside their art, they aspire for their art to resonate with the intricacies of the human heart and honor the beauty within its multifaceted nature. Through their creations, they invite you to embrace the joyful dance of life and revel in the magnificence of our shared complexity.
For more information, go to https://www.carina-zhang-art.com/