As we ease out of a pandemic, for many, 2021 represents a return to normalcy. Some are easing back into previous everyday experiences slowly while others are less guarded. After experiencing a tremendous amount of unexpected change in a relatively short amount of time, we can all feel a little disjointed and out of sorts. All of this can, indeed,…
Whether you’re an aspiring artist or a professional, having your own art space is crucial. Every artist needs a place where they can pursue and develop their ideas, create their artwork and keep all the supplies. And what is a better place for this than your own home? Even if you’re on a budget or short on space, there are…
How do you become an artist, preferably famous and in-demand? Let’s find out what experienced artists would say to an aspiring artist. Of course, you won’t become a successful artist if you have no ability at all, no love of art, and no desire to create. But even just one of those talents is not enough to make your paintings…
MOST ARTISTS LIVE EXTRAORDINARY LIVES. “Extraordinary” in the sense that they’re outside the norm, the “ordinary” of what other people do. In fact, many artists feel called to live their Truth no matter the cost. Some artists tell me they feel they were born to create. It’s not unusual for artists to feel that art is their Purpose. It’s what…
As one of the most ancient forms of art, painting has no limits. Throughout the history of art, the world has seen many artists who went beyond any limits and relied on rather odd and sometimes even frightening tools to create their paintings. To name a few, we’ve already seen Scott Blake create an entire portrait using solely ecstasy; Allison…
Whatever the reason for collecting art may be, aesthetic or financial, one thing is a given, it must be insured. Art holds significant value, so it would be best if it is insured for the highest possible worth too. And it is imperative when your art is in somebody else’s hands — when moving, for example. Many things can go…
Leading a business is a challenge under any circumstances. It’s a judging act of managing strategies, projects, and teams. It’s tracking the moving parts and changing priorities, and it’s supporting and up-leveling people. In a year that has dished up one rollercoaster after another it’s natural for us to feel that we have to do more, be more, take more…
This article explains what copyrights and trademarks are, how to register or apply for a copyright or trademark, and what protections and rights copyright and trademark holders have. Find out how to protect and monetize your original work. What is a Copyright? In simple terms, copyright means “the right to copy.” A copyright holder has the exclusive right to reproduce…
Whether you are an artist or an art appreciation, chances are, one day, you’ll be looking for a safe place to keep your valuable pieces. While most people consider the process of storing artwork not worth a second thought, it is far from true. For the art to remain as good as new, you must take certain steps. Initially, the…
Being an artist means using your art to express your feelings. No matter what type of artist you are, social media is a good way to showcase your artistic abilities. If you are an artist who just started posting on social media platforms like Instagram and is intending to grow an art page on it, then there are a few…
