Ask Ruby 'n Sapphire

We have a new Stretch Goal !

Fri, 14 Jun 2019 21:36:56 -0400

Garnet reminds my wife and I of the best parts of our relationship and our roles in the LGBT+ community. Her line, “We are everywhere!” is so empowering and relevant. It is worth remembering and declaring, so we designed this big, bold, bright 2.25” pin. Backers get an additional holographic print as extra thanks for helping make this pin a reality.
The Beauty of Earth: Chain Linked Enamel Pins
Please signal boost! Thank you!

The Kickstarter is live & the first 4 pin sets are already funded!

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:35:43 -0400

Each set comes with a 4x6 print to mount the pins on, as shown above.

We are only 1k away from unlocking the “Jam Buds” Shield & Sword Set. I’m working on art for a few more stretch goals as we speak, so stay tuned!

Kickstarter

The Beauty of Earth: Chain Linked Enamel Pins

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Hey everyone! So much has changed and we have been so busy, but we are still making lots of…

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 14:52:34 -0400

Hey everyone! So much has changed and we have been so busy, but we are still making lots of Rupphire, SU, and generally gay content! We post more on our Instagram now.

Pins & Art by Gay Breakfast (@gaybreakfast) • Instagram photos and videos

What do you think Ruby and Sapphire’s new forms will look like?

This is just playing with influences from Baseball, Cowboy, Wedding, & New Garnet outfits. I’m sure it is totally wrong but it was fun to do!

hi. i know this isn’t the place to ask, but i can’t find an email or anything more official. i bought a yuri on ice print from your booth at animenext 2017, and i’m fairly sure it’s traced from this: mikkapi()tumblr()com/post/154934835149 ive been to your steven universe panel two years in a row which is why i remember that it was you two at the booth, and i really hope i’m wrong somehow about the art. i can send you a picture of the print i bought to compare it to, if you like. thanks.

Fri, 29 Dec 2017 12:37:36 -0500

Haha no we just both referenced the same photo. Here you can see one of my earlier development sketch files with the ref on the side.

Few artists know how to draw ice skating poses without reference-- especially couples skating. This includes the YOI crew, who hired a a pro skating choreographer to give them references!

I’m glad you liked my print! It occurs to me that I never actually posted it here on tumblr because I kept meaning to cross-advertise our podcast with it. Well we’ll do that after new year, hopefully!

nillia: Sorry it is so late! Happy valentines to my dear love...

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:44:46 -0500

nillia:

Sorry it is so late! Happy valentines to my dear love @stuffinfluffcooking. I got you the nerdiest thing imaginable; a painting of Gay Space Rock BEARS.

I love you forever.

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Inspired by the art of @sofiasketch and @gracekraft as posted here and here on Twitter.

Also I’m using Twitter a lot lately for WIPs and sketches and politics…but still follow me here on Tumblr for polished art.

((For those of you who asked, somewhere buried in our 400 asks, “Would you ever dress up in a costume, and what characters would you be?” well here you go. Our Sapphire drew a terribly nerdy crossover with the subversive gay anime Yuri Kuma Arashi. Enjoy this art-warm-up! Neither of us have drawn much in the last few months for reasons. We started a weekly Podcast on LGBT issues in fandom, history, and current events! Hopefully we can be back in the swing of the askblog soon too.))

cartoonnetwork: Here’s something to brighten your day: Just one...

Fri, 11 Nov 2016 07:55:58 -0500

cartoonnetwork:

Here’s something to brighten your day: Just one week away until an all-new Steven Universe episode! 💖🌟

They know how we all feel right now. Thanks CN.

nillia: Yes I’m using my fandom inktober sketches for activism,...

Sat, 08 Oct 2016 20:36:36 -0400

nillia:

Yes I’m using my fandom inktober sketches for activism, because this is actually an important chance to be acknowledged politically.
For the first time ever, networks are promising to consider the 30 most up-voted questions submitted by Americans.
We’ve done a great job spreading the word, peaking at #10!
However, we are not keeping pace and have dropped to #18.
Let’s keep putting this out there so we STAY in the running!!!
Please vote here on a question which challenges both candidates to offer their opinion on LGBT+ and suggest real solutions that can work against the “religious freedom” arguments of the Alt-Right.

SIGNAL BOOST, TWITTER, FACEBOOK, GO!!!!

Only 24 hours left to spread the word and vote! Make sure it stays in the top 30!

We had a great night at B&N’s The Answer Q&A with...

Sat, 08 Oct 2016 19:35:11 -0400

We had a great night at B&N’s The Answer Q&A with Rebecca Sugar!

We were able to thank her for the wonderful work with her a watercolor we collaborated on. @stuffinfluffcooking did the Ruby rough sketch and line cleanup on both, and @nillia did the Sapphire rough sketch and watercolors.

She was so gracious when she accepted it (and a copy of @azamicomic
, which Sugar had inspired @nillia to finally work on 2 years ago through her writing panel @ Magfest).

We met some great people, enjoyed a lively TuxedoPearl for a host, got to hear Sugar’s rendition of “It’s Over, Isn’t It?”, and had a question answered! A wonderful night!

Thanks to everybody involved, especially our friend @ametto who told us this event was happening!

Like Rupphire art? Follow for more!

nillia: For the first time ever, networks are promising to...

Fri, 30 Sep 2016 20:04:23 -0400

nillia:

For the first time ever, networks are promising to consider the 30 most up-voted questions submitted by Americans.

Currently, it seems like FWD:FWD:Re: style conservatives are submitting and voting the most,as the top questions are more like accusations aimed at specifically Hillary, or prompts for Trump to regurgitate his favorite buzzwords.

We have the Internet too. We have a voice: let’s use it in venues outside tumblr so Trump doesn’t get more advantages.

Vote on and submit meaningful questions that challenge both candidates to talk policy.

Please vote on my first question, linked here and above, which challenges both candidates to offer their opinion on LGBT and suggest real solutions that can work against the “religious freedom” arguments of the Alt-Right.

My second question focuses on how at-risk (poor, often minority) students and students with disabilities fare under high-stakes testing. Please vote for it here.

Please Reblog. Tweet. Facebook. We can do this.

Don’t let the ALT-RIGHT TALKING BOBBLEHEAD have an easy time at the next debate!

HIT HIM WITH TOUGH QUESTIONS.

WITH THE HELP OF YOUR VOICES,

Art from A YEAR AGO comes full circle because this is important.

Most of the top 30 questions are proudly deplorable gifts to Trump. We’ve made it into the top 30, but we need to work hard to stay there. It would be a double victory if we made this go viral enough to not only prompt a dialogue on LGBT issues, but to also knock off some of those terrible questions!

Other questions worth bolstering (You can vote for multiple questions):

SIGNAL BOOST, TWEET, FACEBOOK, GO!

ricemiddle: ha ha ha love bird. So real. ❤️💙 @nillia...

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 23:07:11 -0400

ricemiddle:

ha ha ha love bird.

So real. ❤️💙 @nillia @stuffinfluffcooking

So day 3 of @rupphirebomb is High School AU and I was totally...

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 22:32:05 -0400

So day 3 of @rupphirebomb is High School AU and I was totally down with skipping that, UNLESS we 100% referenced @hilaryflorido‘s own high school AU because that one is THE BEST. Secret rooftop lunch dates are so cliche <3

This whole picture is a joint effort between me @stuffinfluffcooking and my beloved wife, @nillia.

Our Patreon is cool! Check it out! Also feel free to follow us for more art and for answers to some asks!

Day 2 is “Date Night!” Garnet is their relationship, their...

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 22:44:13 -0400

Day 2 is “Date Night!” Garnet is their relationship, their togetherness, their being ‘out’, their PDA, their LOVE. We are pretty sure their best dates are experiencing the world together in that manner.

Garnet Sketch by @stuffinfluffcooking and shadows + all colors by @nillia!

Our Patreon is cool! Check it out! Also feel free to follow us for more art and for answers to some asks!

askrubynsapphire: Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going...

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 19:12:58 -0400

askrubynsapphire:

Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going on somewhere like over at @rupphirebomb or something so we hopped on in!
Day 1 is “Seasons” and we bet you’re all excited for autumn. Discovering autumn for the first time on earth was probably pretty romantic and awesome.
Sketch & coloring was a joint effort by me ( @stuffinfluffcooking ) and my wonderful wife ( @nillia ). She also did all the fancy shading and I did the silly scribble on bottom.
Our Patreon is cool! Check it out! Also feel free to follow us for more art and for answers to some asks!

Rare prime time reblog!

Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going on somewhere like...

Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:06:16 -0400

Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going on somewhere like over at @rupphirebomb or something so we hopped on in!

Day 1 is “Seasons” and we bet you’re all excited for autumn. Discovering autumn for the first time on earth was probably pretty romantic and awesome.

Sketch & coloring was a joint effort by me ( @stuffinfluffcooking ) and my wonderful wife ( @nillia ). She also did all the fancy shading and I did the silly scribble on bottom.

Our Patreon is cool! Check it out! Also feel free to follow us for more art and for answers to some asks!

So our very good friend @gracekraft is to thank for these great...

Mon, 05 Sep 2016 23:58:49 -0400

So our very good friend @gracekraft is to thank for these great anniversary gifts! She told @stuffinfluffcooking (our Ruby) about the gorgeous plush by @sowiddlefur, surprising @nillia (our Sapphire).

THEN, she went to SDCC, snagged us an advance copy of the SU zine, saved us a copy of her own Ame zine, AND got an advance copy of The Answer signed by @rebeccasugar!

So the least we can do for these incredibly sentimental, thoughtful keepsakes, is draw a picture for our Amethyst. We love you Grace! Thank you so much for these and the privilege of being your friend and fan for the last several years!

Ruby and Sapphire: A Healthy Neurodivergent Relationship

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 19:45:02 -0400

nillia:

We all know Ruby is an emotional gem that can get lost in tunnel vision, anger, and self-deprecation. People love to flanderize the pair, talking as if Ruby has no self-moderation and is utterly reliant on a calm Sapphire. Few people seem notice Ruby’s self-care or support for Sapphire. Almost nobody seems to talk about/understand that Sapphire is also neurodivergent.
Sapphire has Anxiety.
Before Ruby, her coping mechanism for futurevision/anxiety was an unhealthy detachment, to the point that she was ambivalent to her own wellbeing.
Ruby changed all that. Sapphire is no longer detached. She is invested in others and in *herself.* But she still has to manage her future vision, her anxiety. It is *always* there. She usually manages well on her own using logic, but not always.
Sapphire and Ruby do face a lot of external problems and when they tackle them with a unified front it isn’t so scary. Together they have the power to direct their own path through the present and future. Sapphire can then usually independently remind herself that she doesn’t have to worry so much.
When Ruby goes into a tunnel-vision rage over one problem, Sapphire feels like Ruby is beyond reach, beyond help, and unable to join her to tackle/change those future visions as a united front. It makes her worriesome projections seem bigger. She begins to unhealthily bottle because she doesn’t want to bother an already hurting Ruby, and she makes the self-destructive choice to be quietly overwhelmed without communicating or seeking help. And so the butterflies, the projections, the fears multiply and swarm her.
Ruby hits a point where she realizes she’s too angry about something small, isolating Sapphire. A pang of self loathing strikes her, but she independently addresses it, forgives herself, takes a deep breath, and takes proactive action to make things right. That is amazing self-management and self-care.
Sapphire, with all of those fears swirling around her, responds immediately and positively to Ruby prompting her to keep things in perspective. She gets a gentle, nonjudgmental nudge and Sapphire herself took action by independently choosing to turn away from her fears and focusing on reflecting Ruby’s positive vibes. Ruby didn’t have to drag her. That is a choice that takes great individual strength.
Their relationship is absolutely healthy, but NOT because they are neurotypical. It is a healthy relationship because they make healthy choices both independently and together. They are responsible for themselves and they communicate.
Both of them have different neurodivergent tendencies to grapple with. Both of them have to remember to understand their feelings but not be dominated by them. Both of them have to independently take a deep breath, practice self-love, and *then* meet to communicate and give equal support. Both of them are stronger if they take a moment to think of just Flexibility Love and Trust.
And that’s what makes them good role models for everybody, neurodivergent or otherwise!

Follow for more analyses, art, and original gay comics!

(This is based on a talk between the two of us. We are not mental health professionals, but these musings are based on our perspectives as a similar neurodivergent couple of 12 years. If this post inspired or helped you, great! Just don’t use this post to replace seeking professional help if you’re struggling! Love you all!)

nillia: I haven’t seen Mindful Education yet (BECAUSE LEAKS...

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 19:40:42 -0400

nillia:

I haven’t seen Mindful Education yet (BECAUSE LEAKS DISRESPECT CREATORS), but I feel like “Here Comes a Thought” may be a duet in which Ruby helps Sapphire get through overwhelming anxiety. Even if that isn’t the case, I had to draw this because it is so relatable to my Ruby @stuffinfluffcooking and I.
Dedicated to my wife, and also @rebeccasugar for making something so poignant.

Thanks @stardustsuicicde for helping us to show that we’ll...

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 17:00:52 -0400

Thanks @stardustsuicicde for helping us to show that we’ll probably find a way around any “next 5 asks” stipulations ;D

(That wasn’t a challenge by the way, actual questions are usually better!)

Sapphire sketch by nillia! Ruby, ink, and color by stuffinfluffcooking!

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Or you can just like, reblog or follow for more!

Thank you @trinalesliedougherty for the kind words! We’re glad...

Tue, 23 Aug 2016 15:41:15 -0400

Thank you @trinalesliedougherty for the kind words! We’re glad to post again! (We seriously only post when we can, sorry for the inconsistency! There are still lots of old asks we want to respond to, and new ones too, but no way we can get to them all!)

Sapphire sketch by nillia! Ruby, ink, and color by stuffinfluffcooking!

SUPPORT FASTER ASKS!

Patreon & Storenvy to vote on asks, DL Hi-Res answers, and get prints.

Or you can just like, reblog or follow for more!

Coming to you A-LIVE from FLAME CON – the awesome LGBT+...

Sat, 20 Aug 2016 18:22:48 -0400

Coming to you A-LIVE from FLAME CON – the awesome LGBT+ Comic Con in NYC Brooklyn!

12-5 Sunday at table 92!

Ask Ruby 'n Sapphire

We have a new Stretch Goal !

Please signal boost! Thank you!

The Kickstarter is live & the first 4 pin sets are already funded!

Each set comes with a 4x6 print to mount the pins on, as shown above.

We are only 1k away from unlocking the “Jam Buds” Shield & Sword Set. I’m working on art for a few more stretch goals as we speak, so stay tuned!

Kickstarter

Twitter: https://twitter.com/open_lane?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaybreakfast/

Hey everyone! So much has changed and we have been so busy, but we are still making lots of…

Hey everyone! So much has changed and we have been so busy, but we are still making lots of Rupphire, SU, and generally gay content! We post more on our Instagram now.

nillia: Sorry it is so late! Happy valentines to my dear love...

cartoonnetwork: Here’s something to brighten your day: Just one...

nillia: Yes I’m using my fandom inktober sketches for activism,...

For the first time ever, networks are promising to consider the 30 most up-voted questions submitted by Americans.

Let’s keep putting this out there so we STAY in the running!!!

Please vote here on a question which challenges both candidates to offer their opinion on LGBT+ and suggest real solutions that can work against the “religious freedom” arguments of the Alt-Right.

SIGNAL BOOST, TWITTER, FACEBOOK, GO!!!!

We had a great night at B&N’s The Answer Q&A with...

nillia: For the first time ever, networks are promising to...

For the first time ever, networks are promising to consider the 30 most up-voted questions submitted by Americans.

We have the Internet too. We have a voice: let’s use it in venues outside tumblr so Trump doesn’t get more advantages.

Vote on and submit meaningful questions that challenge both candidates to talk policy.

Please Reblog. Tweet. Facebook. We can do this.

Don’t let the ALT-RIGHT TALKING BOBBLEHEAD have an easy time at the next debate!

HIT HIM WITH TOUGH QUESTIONS.

WITH THE HELP OF YOUR VOICES,

ricemiddle: ha ha ha love bird. So real. ❤️💙 @nillia...

So day 3 of @rupphirebomb is High School AU and I was totally...

Day 2 is “Date Night!” Garnet is their relationship, their...

askrubynsapphire: Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going...

Hey we heard there was a Rupphire bomb going on somewhere like...

So our very good friend @gracekraft is to thank for these great...

Ruby and Sapphire: A Healthy Neurodivergent Relationship

Sapphire has Anxiety.

Their relationship is absolutely healthy, but NOT because they are neurotypical. It is a healthy relationship because they make healthy choices both independently and together. They are responsible for themselves and they communicate.

nillia: I haven’t seen Mindful Education yet (BECAUSE LEAKS...

Thanks @stardustsuicicde for helping us to show that we’ll...

SUPPORT FASTER ASKS!

Thank you @trinalesliedougherty for the kind words! We’re glad...

SUPPORT FASTER ASKS!

Coming to you A-LIVE from FLAME CON – the awesome LGBT+...

**Vote on and submit meaningful questions that challenge both candidates to talk policy.**