Hello Hive community!
I'm new here (and even newer to the world of graphic design). In fact, this is one of my very first creations. I’ve never studied design before, never taken a course… but I’ve decided to begin now. Why? Because I’m a writer. A dreamer. A poet. And I want to self-publish my books exactly the way I envision them: beautifully illustrated, deeply meaningful, and 100% handmade from soul to page.
Who am I?
My name is Eduardo, though I'm beginning to share my art under the name Fafnir Sowilo. I’m a doctor by profession, a poet by choice, and a philosopher by inner calling. I've spent the last few years diving deep into my soul, healing old wounds, and documenting it all through words. And now, through visuals as well.
I’ve written two books that are ready, waiting, burning to be shared with the world. Originally written in Spanish, I came to Hive precisely to develop their English versions, publishing them gradually while building a community along the way.
🜃 Alchemy of My Soul's Poetry: A raw and honest poetry collection born from the fire of inner healing. Each poem is a transmutation: pain into gold, shadow into song. It is my spiritual journal in verse form, an offering of truth and transformation.
🜄 Ashes of the Nine Worlds: A poetic-philosophical journey through Norse mythology and inner awakening. Inspired by ancient archetypes: from Ginnungagap to Yggdrasil, Audhumla, Odin, Thor, Loki, Hel, the Runes, and Ragnarök. This book explores the sacred path of the soul using myth as mirror.
Why I started designing
As an independent author, I want full creative control. That includes covers, illustrations, and formatting. I recently left Canva behind and began learning Affinity Designer to develop my own artistic voice. It’s not easy… but it’s fulfilling. Every shape I draw, every color I choose feels like another rune carved into the stone of my vision.
This image is my first experiment, completely done using the Pen tool. Imperfect, yes, but filled with intention.
If this resonates...
I’m just starting out here on Hive, and your Upvote would mean the world to me! Not just for visibility, but as encouragement. This platform feels like a safe place to grow and share freely, without masks.
Follow me on PeakD to read my poetry in English
Visit my Substack for the original poems in Spanish:
Thank you for creating this beautiful, sovereign space for art and soul.
With gratitude,
Fafnir Sowilo