Store FAQ

• Do you accept orders placed outside of the US?

  We do! This is a very recent change, so please do be understanding; we are based in the US, so international orders will likely take longer than domestic. You are welcome to email [email protected] for more information.

• ABOUT THE MURAL

  Hello! _________________________________________________________________________________________ If you are here for a question other than the mural, the FAQ continues below! _________________________________________________________________________________________ I am Niara Noctyrna, a.k.a. Poison Apple Society. I lived in room 435 of Risley all four years of my Cornell career, 2017-2021. I was a Computer Science Major and Game Design minor in the College of Arts & Sciences. But, I bet you’re more interested in why I painted a giant horned baby on the wall across from my room. Well, if you peruse my other artwork, you’ll soon discover that I draw a lot of "horned" characters. This drawing, titled “Sweet Dreams” was my first, created when I was about 15. Like most teens, I was in a period of major identity changes. I was questioning and pushing back against a lot of what I had been taught, including the unconscious demonization of the unknown, misunderstood or stigmatized. Many of us learn as children that horns are a shorthand for evil, for devilry. Creatures with natural horns, like rams and goats, suffer from that demonization. For me, horns symbolize not evil, but this systematic perception--this demonization. As a Black, Puerto Rican, Goth, queer atheist woman, there are many things about me that society vilifies. Being that Risley is a Castle full of multiethnic people, neurodiverse people, alternative people, LGBTQ+ people, introverts, and of course artists, I know that many of my fellow Risleyites can relate to this feeling of misunderstanding and vitriol. . When I first drew "Sweet Dreams", I posted it online. People commented, asking me why I had taken a sweet cherub and put evil horns on it. Their interactions with and perceptions with this art were a part of the experience. Despite its horns, what they were looking at was, ultimately, a sleeping baby. I invited the commenters to examine their reactions. They had assigned “evil” onto something inherently innocent. . Horns themselves are beautiful creations of nature. They are intricate and protective, like many of our natural features and chosen communities. After this, I began to draw many more horned characters. “Pride” is the latest in this series and was completed over a period of over six months from 2020-21, inspired by my coming out. To me, horns represent our beauty, our resilience, all that makes us unique and that others stigmatize and misunderstand. I invite everyone who has landed on this page to examine your initial reactions to the mural and to consider whether you unintentionally demonize others for attributes that are natural, harmless, and even potentially beautiful. Who would you be if you could sleep soundly, living in your dreams, unbothered by what other people think of your horns? I invite you to think critically, to discover your horns and be proud of them. I invite you to view yourself and others without stigma. If you are visiting this page because you now live in room 435, welcome. We are happy to have you, and your beautiful horns. . You can view the original drawing of Sweet Dreams at this link: https://poisonapplesociety.com/collections/1703898-art/products/21157208-sweet-dreams-print . You can view the original drawing of Pride at this link: https://poisonapplesociety.com/products/31641229-pride-art-print _________________________________________________________________________________________ If you are here for a question other than the mural, the FAQ continues below! _________________________________________________________________________________________

• How long will it take to receive my order?

  Once shipped most domestic orders take anywhere from 2 to 10 business days to arrive depending on the efficiency of your local postal service. International shipping delivery times may vary between 2 and 12 weeks.

• What payment options do you accept?

  Do not fear, I accept PayPal (through this storefront or directly to [email protected]), Venmo (@Niara-Noctyrna), and CashApp ($NiaraNoctyrna) for payment.

• Do you accept commissions?

  I do accept commissions for both artwork and chokers! ***NEW!*** I now accept commissions for both traditional AND digital art! If you are interested in requesting a commission, you can email me at [email protected] for details.

• How much does a choker commission cost?

  I start at a base of $30 for a basic choker, which would include 1 major embellishment (O-ring or pendant) and 1-2 pairs of spikes/studs/rhinestones or similar smaller additions. From there, the price increases proportionately to the intricacy. An extra major embellishment will cost $5 each, or $2 for a small one (for example, a small O-ring inside of a large O-ring would be an additional $7). Adding chains will cost $10 extra. Default clasps (lobster claw clamps) are included. A buckle closure will cost $5. Engraving will cost $2 extra. These prices are for a baseline idea and are subject to increase depending on difficulty or cost of materials. Many more customizations are available. I can add lace, change colors, add rivets, add straps, glitter leather, larger spikes, and more! For more specific information, please contact me directly at [email protected].

• How much does an art commission cost?

  NEW!! Thank you for your interest in purchasing a commission! I've streamlined the commissions process, so now you can sign up for a commission right throught this site! Simply navigate to the Art section (via the menue on the left) and purchase a Commission Slot! All the information you need to know about art commissions will be on the Commission Slot product page! Delectable! For general info, see below! Digital commissions range from $10 to $85, base price. Traditional commissions range from $25 to $100, base price. Purchasing a commission slot for a traditional commission will include the cost of shipping. For digital commissions, select the "pick up" option to avoid paying for shipping. Poison Apple Society will always work with you to ensure that your commissioned artwork is to your specifications. We want you to love it! For digital commissions, once the commission is complete, I will send you a high-resolution PNG of the artwork. Other formats such as PSD or TIFF can also be purchased for $5 extra! Any other relevant commission information is available on the Commission Slot page, in the PAS Terms of Service, or on request from me! (See Contact section for direct contact information!) Thank you!

• What can I expect from an art or collar commission?

  If you commission a piece from me, I will do my best to maintain communication with you throughout the process to ensure that you like the piece. I retain the right to deny or postpone the acceptance of a commission for personal reasons, however, I will meet or renegotiate deadlines once a commission has been accepted. I retain the right to post the image on Instagram or any other site. You must not claim the image as your own by not crediting me or removing my signature. I also request 50% of the total cost of the commission prior to beginning the piece. I retain the right to create and sell prints of the commission unless an agreement is reached which specifies differently. By commissioning a piece of art or a choker from me, you agree to these terms.