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How long did it take you to paint that?
This is my studio where I live. “How long did it take you to paint that? Every artist is asked this question. Viewers have no idea what it takes, and artists don’t know where to begin answering this...
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Why are artists sad? How to manage emotions as artist, woman and entrepreneur
Have you ever struggled managing your emotions? Have you felt rejected, lonely, depressed, fearful or angry? I bet you have! Our feelings make decisions over 90% of the time despite our vast capacity...
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Both art collectors and artists need to know what a certificate of authenticity for artwork means. It’s simply a written statement that proves that the painting/ sculpture/ drawing, etc. is genuine. A...
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Why are artists depressed? Natural ways to find freedom from childhood...
Why are artists so depressed? The paradox of creativity and sadness We experience depression at different stages in our lives. Sometimes it seems so permanent to our existence that we just learn to...
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9 words of advice in painting and drawing that could change your life
In this article I’d like to talk about the importance of positive mindset for artists and what I learned in my artistic career. I would give these words of advice to myself two decades ago when I...
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The difference between art college and atelier art education and what you...
How to become a successful artist: pros and cons studying art in college and atelier In this article I’d like to talk about the difference between college and atelier education for visual artists. I...
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Is there freedom in art?
Freedom to paint I don’t paint what I’m told to paint. There’re a couple of reasons that you may or may not understand depending on your art career timeline or a difference in profession. Art is about...
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11 reasons why art matters for your mental health
Written by Dr. Abhishek Allam, Psychiatrist | Alma Mater: Sri Siddhartha Medical College | Abhisheka@sunshinebh.com How Does Creating Art Help Your Mental Health? If you are facing mental health...
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Passion
“A picture is first of all a product of the imagination of the artist. It must never be a copy.”Edgar Degas Focus, 38inches, oil painting on canvas by Veronica Winters Dedicate your time to your...
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The quality of your art makes no difference in sales: what you must know as...
First, the quality of my advice would make a difference for you depending on your career level as well as your personal experience. I’m going to talk about my experiences being a fine artist for many...
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How to promote your art and advance your career to sell more art
How to Promote your Art and Advance your Art Career The following article is the advice I’d give myself over 25 years ago when I began drawing. I was shy, clueless and too naïve to believe that...
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How to use Instagram for artists
I’ve been using Instagram for several years to see it change and evolve. I spent hundreds of dollars on Instagram courses claiming to help me build the audience. While I don’t have crazy following...
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7 Income streams for artists to make more money today
We must make money to make more art! It’s difficult for artists to think like a business because our motivation is not to make money rather to create something beautiful. But life is expensive these...
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Copyright law for artists: rules to protect and avoid copyright infringement...
In this article you’ll find some basic information on copyright law for artists. While I’m not an attorney, I have researched this topic quite a bit to give you some clear guidelines for copyright...
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Top scams to avoid on Instagram & other social platforms
As I’m fed up with daily scams reaching my inbox, I’ve decided to list some of the most annoying ones here. When you’re new to these messages, it’s easy to get scammed but when you get several similar...
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17 tips for artists to sell their art
I’ve decided to write this article because many artists want to find answers to this dilemma and think of sales as some sort of miracle that needs to happen. The advice you’ll find here is based on my...
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5 great art supplies to use in your art studio
In this article you’ll find reviews of art materials I use a lot in my painting and drawing practice. These art supplies make a big difference in the final result of my art presentation. 5 art tools...
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How to take great pictures for colored pencil drawing and painting
If artists paint in figurative realism style, most rely on photography these days. Model fees, time constraints, lighting and studio conditions – all add up in a puzzle we have to organize and manage,...
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On imposter syndrome, sensitivity and work
Below you’ll find a collection of essays I wrote to myself over the years. These essays cover topics and feelings artists experience yet rarely share. Can you just do? On artistic sensitivity,...
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Mental health, connection & illusion of reality
On unique perception of reality, emotions and judgment Have you experienced talking to someone trying to explain your point of view only to hear these words back – ‘you’re being crazy’, ‘you’re wrong’...
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