Ok… so like what am i reading this for???
Hiiii, I’m very grateful to have you here…
This is the beginning of my journey with YOU. Sharing what i’m building, what inspires me, and why i do the things i do, to hopefully inspire YOU. While also sharing fun events and amazing art / creations and creators and artists! With tips, prompts and tricks to hopefully inspire you and bring you closer to your dreamz and my dream :) !!! :0
Ok makes some sense. what’s your dream tho?
My dream you say… HMMMM :P
Well, to be honest with you, i think it would be really awesome to get my pilot license…
BUT… (hehe but… like butt)
besides that wittle goal of minnne. I dream of building a wonderful WORLD. A community, and platform based on the intention of pure bestowal and connection, uplifting artists and creators (i wish there was a word to combine these, a word that means people that create with love, maybe… craybonians? hehehe ) in unrecognized towns and countries!
Projects like Craybo Hub, MuseMate, and Oddly Specific Prints are the pieces to this puzzle!
Ok COOL. but what is THIS.??
well thats a good question, THIS is where ill be hosting and sharing posts and whats going on, inspirations and things like this. Its basically a newsletter but also has posts where ill be sharing the process and things that are hopeuflly inspiring to you! heres an example of segments and things i am building!!
Example Of Segments:
the sort of segments we will have in different variations on our newsletter/blog posts!
*SPOTLIGHTZ*
A segment sharing an artist or creative and an amazing piece of work they have created!
*ART JAM PROMPTZ / TIPZ*
Our weekly creative prompt, as well as creative tips and activities, crafts, and ideas for you to try out!
*WHATZ HAPPENING*
Real-life experiences and events are happening! Find one near you :0
*BEHIND THE CURTAIN*
Sharing what’s been going on, insights on what I am building!
*SHARE SPOT*
Sharing something I found throughout my dayz that has inspired me and a little story about it :)
*SPOTLIGHT*
Meet CRAYBO – from mind to matter
Craybo is a one-of-a-kind, and also someone who is a part of us in some way! Craybo is Zane’s (me) childhood imaginary friend! Thanks to my parents for reminding me ;)
A symbol of a reminder to be yourself, for you and others.
Got someone awesome to share!?
*CREATIVE PROMPTS / TIPS*
Creative Prompt: “What does belonging look like?”
Prompt: “What does belonging look like?”
Create a collage using torn paper, screenshots, textures, or found objects that represent where you feel truly seen or held. Is it a scene? A color? A moment in time? Make it raw, messy, true.
Try mixing old print clippings, event wristbands, screenshots, childhood photos, or even fabric scraps—anything that says “this is part of me.”
For more prompts & tips
*SHARE SPOT*
Video Recommendation!
A talk featuring 5 different game designers and their uncommon design techniques. I love GDC talks, especially ones like this. When learning about game design, you can take a lot of these insights into other fields.
I especially liked the last two speakers,
Carla Engelbrecht (founder and CEO of Betweened),
who worked on projects like Bandersnatch, the interactive Black Mirror film on Netflix, as well as the Sesame Street Video game for Wii and DS.
Carla spoke on stories from projects she had contributed to, how working with real-world limitations helped with creativity, and getting things out on time!
Harvey Smith (CEO / Creative Director),
who worked on games such as Redfall, Death of the Outsider, Dishonored, Dishonored 2, Deus Ex.
Harvey spoke about incredible, insightful tips and tricks to bring in freedom of choice in a way that brings value to the player and their own unique way of playing the game.
Get Involved:
Got something to share? Want to collab? Just reply to this email or DM me on Instagram @hellocraybo
Join the Craybo Crew:
Volunteer, vend, create, or run with us. This is yours as much as it is mine.
Coming Soon:
Craybo Welcome Kits, fun print giveaways, and artist features from around the world
THAT'S A WRAP!
Thank you for reading the very first Craybo letter <3
This is just the beginning of something we’re building together — rooted in creativity, community, and divine bestowal. A place for artists, dreamers, and creators-of-love to feel seen, supported, and celebrated
We'll keep sharing ideas, events, artist spotlights, creative prompts, and whatever divine weirdness flows through this journey. Stay tuned. Stay YOU. And let’s build something timeless.
With intention and love,
Zane Graham
Founder, Craybo
(just trying to make the world feel more like home)