Adobe Illustrator vs. Photoshop for Pattern Designers
Probably one of the top questions I get asked is: Can I license my art using only Photoshop?! Or should I use Illustrator? Or can I use both? So let’s clear this up! You can use either Photoshop or...
View ArticleBehind the Scenes of my Website Redesign
Designing, or redesigning, your website is no small undertaking. If you run a creative business, chances are your website is one of your most important marketing tools. That’s why I knew I needed a...
View ArticleThe Pros and Cons of Being Self-Employed
Are you thinking about becoming self-employed? In recent years, and maybe even since the pandemic, it seems like being self-employed is becoming more and more enticing. According to the US Bureau of...
View ArticleExploring a New Art Medium (Without Confusing Your Audience)
If you’re an artist growing your brand or art business today, you’ve probably heard about the importance of finding your own “signature style”. Or you may have heard that you need to carve out your...
View Article10 Amazing (and Cruelty-Free) Paint Brushes
If you’ve been looking for cruelty-free art supplies – meaning not made from any part of an animal and/or not tested on animals, etc. – today I’m rounding up a list of brushes for you. And regardless...
View ArticleWhat to Do When You’re Asked for Free Art
If you’re an artist, you’ve probably been asked for free or discounted art at some point. Whether it was from a friend or family member, a business, or even another artist – it’s likely you’ve heard...
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My Top 3 Tips to Getting Your Art Licensed
A little over six years ago, I was sitting at my desk job as an in-house designer for a local newspaper. I had dreams of painting patterns, seeing my art on products, and running my own creative...
View ArticleRead This Before Entering Your Art in a Contest
A few months ago, I entered my art in an online contest. I did not win as a top finalist, but I kind of did win (more on that at the end of this post!). Today I’m sharing what I learned from this...
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3 Tips to Motivate Yourself to Create Art
Last month I asked on Instagram, what you needed help with most right now. I thought it was interesting that most people brought up needing help with creative motivation. And actually, I’m not...
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How to Add Copyright Data to Your Photoshop Files
If you need to send art files to clients or collaborators, it’s a good idea to include your copyright data within your art file. In this post, I’ll show you how to quickly add this info to your Adobe...
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