What's going on here??

Heya! I’m really glad you’re here. — whether for a laugh, a sigh, or a weird drawing that somehow speaks to your soul — welcome!

I'm Maricel Ribaldo— a self proclaimed illustrator, writer of my own heavy feelings, and occasional snack philosopher. This little space started as my personal therapy session: me, a sketchpad, and a lot of feelings I didn’t know what to do with. I draw simple, messy lines. Not the polished, gallery-type art. Just honest doodles — the kind that wobble with emotion and imperfection.

Because for me life is full of mess, unfiltered, and can never ever be perfect! Drawing and writing help me process what I’ve been through — the quiet heaviness, the loud chaos, the fragile hope. And by sharing it all, I hope to give you what I’ve been chasing myself: peace of mind, silence, laughter, and the reminder that you're not alone.

Sometimes the hardest battles are the ones we fight within ourselves. Because emotional struggles are often invisible. People walk around with broken hearts and invisible scars every day — smiling, functioning, and pretending. And remember — it’s okay not to have it all figured out (because honestly, who does?).

With love (and crumbs) - Icel

Mission:

If sharing my bruises, breakthroughs, and all the in-between makes someone’s day even 1% lighter, then I’ve done my job.