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AI and Art: A Collaboration or Total Takeover?
Although I don’t use AI to create my artwork, I am fascinated by the idea that one day AI could evolve to have a form of consciousness,...


The Purpose of Art
For me art has always meant a total freedom of expression. It has allowed me to question the world around me through a variety of...


Interested in a Career as an Art Therapist?
If you are interested in a career as an art therapist it is first important to understand exactly what art therapy is and whether it...


Art Therapy – an Overview of the Who, What and Why
Art therapy isn’t a Sunday school, nor an arts and crafts lesson for a budding hobbyist. An art therapist is a healthcare professional...


Fundamental Painting Techniques for Artists
I have compiled an overview of some classic painting techniques that you can experiment with to develop your painting skills. Learning...


The Best Online Art Master Classes and Short Courses
There are advantages to going to art school which I have laid out in a previous post Is an Art Education Worth the Investment? However,...

An Eco-friendly Approach to Making Art
As artists we are exploring the world around us and most of us wish to question and evolve society and culture in a positive way....


An Essential Guide to Artist Materials for Painters: Part 2
In Part 1 of my essential guide to putting together an artist’s tool kit, I covered canvases, stretchers and primers, brushes, palette...


An Essential Guide to Artist Materials for Painters: Part 1
Walking into an art supply store for the first time can be overwhelming. In the larger stores the abundance of choice can leave people...


Professionally Presenting Your Work Digitally
In this era, it is essential that artists can present their work digitally. Whether you need high quality images for digital purposes...


Unique Challenges that Artists Face
Artists face a unique list of issues in their careers. When you go to art school you get a taste of how to navigate the many elements...

The Art of Reflecting Upon Your Creative Practice
In art schools you are taught how to develop your creative practice through many different methods. Once you leave the comforts of this...


How to Professionally Present Yourself as an Artist
There are many moving components to juggle when aspiring to becoming a successful, professional artist. In my blog post What Makes an...


Marketing Your Art Using Social Media
There is a huge variety of social media platforms to choose from and this can be overwhelming for artists that want to embark upon...


An Overview of Traditional Forms of Art Marketing
There are many traditional forms of marketing art and creative careers. In this post I have focused on a short list of what I consider...


A Guide to Applying for Artist Residencies
Once you have done your research and worked out what you want to get from a residency by following my guide for choosing the right...

Is an Art Education Worth the Investment?
There are many good reasons for gaining an art education but is it vital for business success? Going to art school certainly isn’t cheap...


Ways for Artists to Make Passive Income
Some of the most common moans and groans that come from artists are related to a lack of funds or a lack of available time to schedule in...

How to Choose the Right Artist Residency for You
At some point in an artist's career the opportunity of doing an artist residency will likely emerge. You can find residencies advertised...


Fresh Starts to Feed Creativity
To mark the beginning of a new year, I always like to tie up loose ends, finish projects, set up new goals and start new creative...
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