Hidden Gems #14. Update Jan 13, 2026

(Cover image was remixed from loonalone image as a tribute to their amazing work)

Hey Civitai community!

First update of 2026 is here! 🎉 Happy New Year everyone — hope you all had a chance to relax, recharge, and maybe create some cool stuff over the holidays!

I almost forgot about this article completely… the list was ready several days ago, but the actual writing? Yeah, I remembered it today at 1 a.m., haha. So no funny stats, no poll, no deep thoughts this time — just pure fresh Hidden Gems for you to enjoy!

Quick buzz update: Last round I received 3510 Yellow Buzz in tips (you guys are amazing!), so this time each featured creator will get 326 Yellow Buzz from me ((3000 + 3510) / 20, rounded nicely).

Now go check out the new list — they’re awesome as always!

Discover the latest update here:
https://civitai.com/articles/12962 

Browse my curated collection here:
https://civitai.com/collections/8771914
(Updated with one image per creator, as always!)

How You Can Help:

• Share your favorite hidden gems in the comments of the main article.

• Add the main article to your favorites.

• Write your own article to spread the word about awesome creators!

Why I Do This:
Since joining Civitai, I’ve been amazed by the talent here. My mission is to spotlight creators with under 1,000 subscribers whose work I love, giving them the recognition they deserve. Thanks for supporting this journey!