A few years ago, I felt stuck, and I had a collection so extensive of unfulfilled resolutions that just the memory of them makes me blush to this day. They would haunt me from the pages of old journals, calendars and alarms set with the best intention to prompt me into action, but destined forever t
Sometimes you really really want to make art...except you're not. Here are 7 art tips for procrastinators to help you get back on track making your art.
In this post, I'll be sharing the 5 worst habits or attitudes that keep artists from progressing their skills. I also give practical advice about how to avoid these.
If you've been worrying that it's too late for you to start making art, you're not alone! This post offers an alternative perspective.
These are the top five art podcasts I currently listen to as I'm working. I find all of these incredibly helpful and inspiring as I start building my art business.
with host artist Miriam Schulman Today, we’re talking all about poverty mindset. . In this podcast, you will discover… In this episode, you’ll discover the difference between poverty mindset and starving artist mindset, and how to break free of these limiting beliefs. Links Mentioned ericacourdae.com ericacourdae.com/contact schulmanart.com/review-podcast About Erica Erica Courdae has dedicated her life ... Read more
Ever made a 'failed' painting? What if you started thinking about the ones that don't work out in a new way?
If you struggle to make the most of your studio time, here are 9 tips to help you make more art, more often.
If you've been worrying that it's too late for you to start making art, you're not alone! This post offers an alternative perspective.
If you struggle to make the most of your studio time, here are 9 tips to help you make more art, more often.
In which I suddenly discover two hidden assumptions about my art making process that were keeping me out of the studio, even though I already 'knew' better.
If you've been worrying that it's too late for you to start making art, you're not alone! This post offers an alternative perspective.
This is the last post in a four part series on How to Develop a Conqueror's Mindset as an Artist. You can overcome Resistance, let me show you how!
Would you like to be more creative but a bit low on ideas? Here are 50 I put together - pick one and have fun reconnecting with your creativity in new ways!
Even when you love what you do, a little bit of motivation goes a long way. Here is a collection of quotes to help foster your creativity and you productivity.
with host artist Miriam Schulman We all need to work on kicking the starving artist mentality in the butt. It gets the best of us from time-to-time and it’s never good for us, our art, nor our business. Because artists are notorious for having money blocks, I decided to invite a money mindset mentor to ... Read more
In this how-to video, I show you a fun and easy method that will help you gather lots of ideas for current and future paintings.
Some tips and ideas for developing your own creative practice, whatever your area of creativity.
You've had an idea for a project and yet you're not taking action. Here are 13 ways to stop procrastinating and start a project.
In this blog post, I share 10 Positive Affirmations for Artists that will help artists stay happier and more productive. It's so important to stay in the right mindset!
Ever made a 'failed' painting? What if you started thinking about the ones that don't work out in a new way?
How do artists stay healthy? Here are 10 lifestyle tips that artists can implement in their daily routine to stay in shape and creative!
In this blog post, I share the five things I make sure to do each week to stay happy, healthy and productive as an artist.
In this post, I share the 8 things I did that allowed me to make time for my art and progress my skills while working very demanding full-time "normal" jobs.
Since reading Mind in the Making, I've been fascinated with Carol Dweck's research into fixed vs growth mindsets. I saw some of the information from here in an anchor chart for the regular classroom
By Carrie Lewis in Art Business Advice > Motivation Life is hard. . . art can be hard. And making a living with art? Well, that can feel impossible. I know; I’ve been there. A short time ago, I wrote an article on how to finish what you start. Maybe you’ve struggled with that, too. It’s so easy to set something aside—with good intentions sometimes—and never go back to it. I face this struggle all the time. Almost every one of the […]
If you struggle to make the most of your studio time, here are 9 tips to help you make more art, more often.
There are many planners for artists, but finding the right one is the hard part. These planners for artists have options for every planning need you may have, from tracking to future planning.
with host artist Miriam Schulman Are you ready to shatter the myth that creating endless content will skyrocket your art career? Brace yourself because, in this episode, I’m about to reveal the uncomfortable truth about what really drives sales for artists – and it’s not what you think. “When planning our studio time, 20 ... Read more
The right mindset will help you grow and develop into the artist you always wanted to be. I hope to provide insight into the creative process by removing illusions of perfect work.
Turn your passion project into a dreamy business that sells art on your website by learning who wants to buy your art and how to talk to them.
Explore this digital library to download free resources that will help you improve your watercolour paintings, drawing skills, and overall art education.
This post explains the importance of criticism in an artist's journey and how to handle criticism in a professional manner. I also explain how to properly critique an artwork based on objective facts.
In this blog post I share five great tips to help artists create looser and more expressive artwork. This post includes a video of myself painting a landscape using oils on canvas. Developing an art style and voice.
If you've been worrying that it's too late for you to start making art, you're not alone! This post offers an alternative perspective.
If you've been worrying that it's too late for you to start making art, you're not alone! This post offers an alternative perspective.
