About the Artist
Meet Cat Gibson — the creative force and sole mischief-maker behind The Whimsy Warren. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and now nestled in the mossy magic of Western Pennsylvania, Cat is a lifelong artist with a heart full of cryptids and curiosity.
With a background in Digital Media and Graphic Design from Gateway Community & Tech, Cat brings both technical skill and creative soul to every piece conjured in the Warren. From 3D modeling to a brief stint as a tattoo apprentice (and even dabbling in taxidermy — shoutout to our jackalope mascot!), Cat's always been drawn to the strange, the handcrafted, and the wildly unique.
The Whimsy Warren is where that love for the occult, the odd, and the outdoorsy collides with the unexpected joy of 3D printing — a hobby that spiraled into a full-blown artistic adventure. Every creation is made with intention, mischief, and a sprinkle of stardust (or moss… or glitter).
Though this is a one-witch operation, Cat’s little family jumps in from time to time, helping the Warren slowly grow into the family-run cryptid cave it’s destined to become.
Cat believes in keeping an open mind, embracing the beautifully weird, and leading with kindness — because “normal” is overrated, and weirdness is where the magic lives. 🌙🕷️🌿
What are my skills?
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Sketching, Drawing and illustration
Painting with Acrylics
Miniature work
Sculpting
Sewing and stitching
Multi Media
Jewelry Making
Basic Taxidermy and Preservation
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Experienced in digital illustration, character design and concept, and storytelling
Skilled with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, and Autodesk Sketchbook
Proficient in 3D modeling and sculpting for print and digital (Blender, Tinkercad)
Strong eye for color, composition, and visual branding
Knowledgeable in layout and print design for zines, flyers, and packaging
Comfortable creating mobile-friendly and user-friendly visuals
Skilled in photo editing, retouching, and compositing using Photoshop and Lightroom
Experienced with typography and text layout for web and print
Familiar with creating social media graphics and web assets
My Qualifications
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I Graduated from Gateway Community and Technical College in Northern Kentucky in 2010 with a certificate awarded for Digital Media and Graphic Design along with recognition on the Dean’s list.
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Inducted into the National Technical Honor Society in 2007