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A photo of an early winter morning in Edinburgh, with a field in the background and dried spikey brush in the foreground. A dewey spiderweb is shimmering in the mirning light.

A Site Revamp

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Close up photo of hand sewing. The left hand is holding a white fabric while the right holds a needle upright, with a dark thread leading to the fabric. The right hand has a thimble on one finger.

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Hello all! This page is a perpetual work in progress, so keep checking back for updates! I want to consolidate

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A photo of an early winter morning in Edinburgh, with a field in the background and dried spikey brush in the foreground. A dewey spiderweb is shimmering in the mirning light.

December 11, 2025

A Site Revamp

A new look! Yes, I’ve decided to rework the website already. Why? Because the focus didn’t quite reflect the direction

Close up photo of hand sewing. The left hand is holding a white fabric while the right holds a needle upright, with a dark thread leading to the fabric. The right hand has a thimble on one finger.

September 10, 2025

Tutorials

Hello all! This page is a perpetual work in progress, so keep checking back for updates! I want to consolidate

A magician in a dark, forested space with twinkling lights in the background, holding bright sparklers producing purple and violet smoke.

June 20, 2025

A starting spark

Welcome! I suppose I ought to start with the purpose behind calling this a grimoire. Grimoire coming from the French

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Heya, I’m Kelsey (Dr. Wood)

I weave my research background into my art, emphasizing the behaviors of animals, reflecting how humans and nature influence each other, and exploring our imagination. I bring spooky forests, serpents, and things that go bump in the night. Sasquatch included.

I’ve learned how to learn, pivot, and adapt to new skills and situations. I am passionate about helping people pursue their goals and develop skills that bring joy, healing, and fulfillment.

I created the Sylvan Serpent as a means to share my journey and encourage embracing passion and creativity. I’m no master artist, but I can bring support, resources, and cheer on my fellow learners.

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