Step into the Enchanting World of The Moonborn
Pinlord Artist Feature · Houston Artist, Maker and Fantasy Author
Meet The Moonborn, a celestial creative brand founded by Gabriela “Gabby” Romero Lacruz that brings together imaginative art, inclusive representation and cosmic wonder.
Since launching the brand in 2018, Gabby has transformed her passion for enamel pins and storytelling into a growing universe of wearable art, homeware, jewelry, apparel and handmade clay creations.
What Creative Medium Does Gabby Use?
Gabby works across illustration, product design and handmade art, transforming her ideas into objects that can be worn, displayed, collected and shared.
Enamel Pin Design
Enamel pins were at the heart of The Moonborn’s beginning and remain an important way for Gabby to turn meaningful ideas into collectible art.
Digital Illustration
Digital artwork allows Gabby to create celestial characters, inclusive narratives and dreamlike designs with polished detail.
Handmade Clay Art
Clay creations add a tactile, handmade dimension to The Moonborn’s imaginative product collection.
Product Design
Gabby adapts her artwork across jewelry, mugs, apparel and accessories to create a connected creative universe.
How Would Gabby Describe The Moonborn’s Style?
The Moonborn’s style is inclusive, dreamy and inspired by the stars. Celestial imagery and imaginative storytelling are combined with designs that celebrate diverse identities, friendships and forms of self-expression.
Each piece is created to remind people that their individual experiences and identities deserve to be recognised, celebrated and represented.
The universe is more beautiful because it contains countless identities, stories and ways of being.
What Does The Moonborn Offer?
The Moonborn offers an expanding collection of celestial, inclusive and fantasy-inspired products for collectors around the world.
Enamel Pins
Collectible designs inspired by identity, friendship, cosmic imagery and Gabby’s imaginative visual universe.
Jewelry and Clay Creations
Wearable and handmade pieces that bring celestial inspiration into everyday outfits and personal collections.
Mugs and Homeware
Illustrated products that add fantasy, colour and meaningful representation to daily routines and living spaces.
Apparel
Clothing featuring The Moonborn’s dreamy artwork, inclusive messages and cosmic design language.
New Products on The Moonborn’s Horizon
Gabby continues to imagine new ways for supporters to experience The Moonborn’s artwork beyond the brand’s existing collections.
- Washi tapes: decorative designs for journaling, planning, crafts and stationery collections.
- Keychains: portable accessories featuring celestial characters, symbols and imaginative artwork.
- Sweaters and hoodies: cosy apparel that can showcase larger artwork and inclusive creative messages.
- Socks and accessories: playful everyday products that extend The Moonborn’s universe into new formats.
How The Moonborn Began
Gabby launched The Moonborn in 2018 as a way to share her love for enamel pins and bring her original artwork into a collectible format.
What began with pins quickly grew into a larger creative brand celebrating diversity, identity, friendship and self-expression.
Based in Houston, Texas, Gabby now shares her work through an online store and at major events including Comicpalooza and Anime Matsuri.
Through every new product and collection, The Moonborn continues to create a space where people can find artwork that reflects who they are and the worlds they dream about.
Proudest Achievements and Milestones
Building an Inclusive Creative Brand
Gabby has developed The Moonborn into a platform where customers can find art that celebrates diverse identities and experiences.
Growing Beyond Enamel Pins
The brand expanded from collectible pins into jewelry, apparel, mugs, clay creations and other imaginative products.
Connecting Through Major Events
Events such as Comicpalooza and Anime Matsuri have allowed Gabby to meet supporters and share her work in person.
Publishing an Epic Fantasy Novel
Gabby is also the author of The Sun and the Void, a South American epic fantasy novel published by Orbit US.
From Visual Art to Fantasy Storytelling
Gabby’s creativity reaches beyond product design. As an author, she builds expansive fantasy worlds through writing as well as illustration.
The Sun and the Void reflects her commitment to creating stories influenced by South American cultures, diverse voices and characters who have historically been underrepresented within fantasy.
Representation matters in every creative medium—from the artwork people wear to the stories they carry with them.
Balancing Art, Products and Writing
Managing a growing product brand while pursuing a writing career requires significant time, focus and creative energy.
Balancing multiple projects is not always easy, but Gabby continues moving forward through passion, perseverance and a strong connection with her community.
The encouragement of supporters reminds her that both her visual art and storytelling can make people feel recognised, inspired and less alone.
A supportive community can give a creator the energy to keep building, even when several dreams are growing at once.
What Is Next for The Moonborn?
- New product collections: Gabby plans to introduce more celestial and inclusive designs across several merchandise categories.
- Creative collaborations: future partnerships could bring The Moonborn’s visual universe together with other artists and brands.
- More fantasy stories: Gabby plans to continue writing and publishing stories shaped by diverse characters, cultures and imagined worlds.
- Expanded representation: both her artwork and writing will continue making space for people who deserve to feel seen.
- Worldwide community growth: The Moonborn will keep connecting with supporters through its online store, events and international shipping.
Gabby’s Advice for Other Artists and Makers
Stay true to your voice. Bring your unique perspective to your work, because representation and authenticity matter. Your art has the power to inspire others.
- Protect your perspective: the experiences that make you different can become the most meaningful part of your work.
- Create authentic representation: thoughtful art can help people feel recognised and welcomed.
- Let your interests connect: illustration, products and writing can support one another as parts of a larger creative practice.
- Build with your community: listen to the people who connect with your work while staying grounded in your original vision.
- Dream beyond one medium: creative ideas can become products, stories, experiences and entire imagined worlds.
Turning Celestial Artwork into Collectible Merchandise
Artists can transform celestial symbols, inclusive characters and fantasy-inspired illustrations into products that help supporters express their identities and interests.
Enamel pins are especially suited to magical symbols, character portraits, meaningful messages and designs built around friendship and representation.
Connect with The Moonborn
Follow Gabby to discover new enamel pins, clay creations, apparel, celestial collections, event appearances and updates from her fantasy writing journey.
The Moonborn is based in Houston, Texas, and ships worldwide.
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