Thursday, November 6, 2025

Der Bingle's Holiday Buying Guide: Insomniac Illustrations

Insomniac Illustrations is the storefront for Kansas City digital artist Cassandra Byard, creator of superb artwork using characters from across the spectrum of comicbook-dom, fantasy, and science fiction.  In her works, you'll find The Mandalorian, Grogu, The Doctor, Jack Skellington, and many more, imagined in many inspired and unexpected settings.  Cassandra is a regular at Planet Comicon, held each Spring in Kansas City.  Her Insomniac Illustrations booth at each 'Con has grown in size and improved in location year after year.  In 2025 Cassandra had a coveted corner booth, and every time I walked by she was busy with buyers.  

Cassandra at her Insomniac Illustrations booth

I've been acquainted with Cassandra for many years now, purchasing greeting cards, stickers, and other offerings from her.  She had a small selection of whimsical Christmas-themed cards for a couple years (perhaps she'll bring those back!).  Cassandra is an exceptionally talented artist, knowing how to make her work stand out from the hundreds of creators at the 'Con by expertly using color, value, and space,  and creating action in each work, giving them a unique energy.  

"A Quiet Morning" by Cassandra Byard

Cassandra, in addition to being a fine artist, is one of the nicest people around and a terrific member of the human race, and is always a pleasure to see each year at the 'Con.  She is an exceptional creator that is worth supporting with your holiday shopping dollars.  If prints, cards, and stickers from the world of super heroes and Star Wars are on your Christmas shopping list this year, please visit Cassandra's storefront, Insomniac Illustrations.  Orders from Insomniac Illustrations can be shipped to any domestic US location.

"Arcanely Picturesque" by Cassandra Byard


"Extermination Day" by Cassandra Byard


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