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10 Steps to Launching Your Art Business
Starting an art business can be both exciting and daunting. To help you navigate this journey, here’s a step-by-step guide that will take you from idea to launch. Follow these steps to ensure you’re covering all your bases and setting yourself up for success. 1. Create a Business Plan Your...
Mental Health
The Benefits of Group Art Therapy
Art therapy is a fantastic way to express yourself and heal emotionally, and it’s even better when done in a group setting. Group art therapy sessions combine creative expression, social support, and therapeutic guidance, making them a great way to tackle various mental health challenges. Emotional Support and Connection One...
Business
Creating an Online Presence for Your Art Business
In today’s digital age, having an online presence is crucial for any art business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your reach (don’t worry if you’re new and don’t know what that means), utilizing social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, along with a juicy website, can...
Creativity
The Benefits of Keeping an Art Journal
Maintaining an art journal is a powerful practice that significantly enhances my creativity and artistic skills. It’s more than just a sketchbook; it’s a personal space where I can freely express my thoughts, ideas, and emotions through art without the concern that someone might look at it and immediately know...
Mental Health
Art as Meditation: Finding Flow in Creativity
I think most people know by now that meditation is widely recognized for promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and enhancing mental clarity. Traditionally, it involves techniques like focused breathing and mindfulness. But, sometimes for artists, creating art serves as an equally powerful type of meditation. Many of us have heard about...
Creativity
10 Daily Creative Exercises to Boost Your Artistic Skills
Just like so many other things in life, maintaining your creativity and honing your artistic skills requires regular practice and exploration. Your motivation to keep at it will ebb and flow, but incorporating daily creative exercises into your routine can help you stay sharp, inspired, and keep on improving your...
Business
How to Price Your Artwork: A Beginner’s Guide
Pricing artwork is often a challenging task for artists, especially those just starting out. Setting the price involves what feels like a delicate balance between valuing your work appropriately and appealing to potential buyers. I hold fast to the idea that the price has to “feel” right to you as...