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Balancing Art Studio Time with Life or a ‘Real Job’
As a fellow artist, I personally know it can be a challenge finding the right balance between your studio time and other aspects of life. ย Whether you have a full-time job, a busy social life, or simply need time for yourself, it can be difficult to make room for your artistic pursuits, or simply to
Read MoreArt For The Fun Of It
Sometimes art can just be โfor the fun of itโ.ย Enjoyable, no pressures or deadlines and purely about living in the moment and delighting in the experience.
Read MoreBeing An Artist Shouldnโt Mean Always Being Alone
Often those who are artists are quite happy with their own company and thatโs perfectly fine.ย We have our art, our own company and our creations โฆ but sometimes we need more.ย However, for some, we can feel a little lonely or isolated and there are definitely benefits to hanging out with other artists.
Read MoreWhat Does Art Mean To Me?
Art means different things to different people.ย For me art means a few things: Itโs imperfect.ย In fact, in my view, it should not be perfect.ย Perfection is manufactured and itโs the imperfections that make art original, different and well, art.ย But then art throughout the ages has been imperfect and different.ย Abstract art for
Read More7 Things To Do When You Sell an Art Piece
As I sold another piece of art this week, I was reminded of the extra things that we should be doing when we are selling a piece of art or a painting.ย Thought Iโd share my list with you.
Read MoreHow to Get Artistically Motivated
In writing, we call it โwriter’s blockโ and the same thing can happen for an artist.ย Youโre just not feeling inspired to work or create.ย Sometimes itโs a lack of โwhat nextโ once you finish a project.ย There are many ways to get inspiration.
Read MoreHow to Not Force Creativity
In anything where there is creativity involved, we can sometimes feel stressed or forced to โproduceโ.ย This can be painting, writing, even producing results at work where there is a creative aspect to your job, such as in advertising or marketing.ย ย I may not have all the answers, but Iโve got a few ideas for
Read MoreUsing Art to Relieve the Stress of Covid-19
In these troubling times, we are all experiencing some degree of stress (and we want to relieve stress).ย I know some business owners (accountants) who are super flat out and stressed from overwork.ย Others have little work OR little income and are feeling that stress.
Read MoreRedlands Performing Arts Centre Exhibit Coming Soon
Many artists, particularly members of the Redlands Creative Alliance Inc (RCAI) group, participate in a number of exhibits and shows each year.ย An annual and major event upcoming is at the Redlands Performing Arts Centre (RPAC).ย This exhibit always has a large number of artistic exhibitors, a grand opening evening and all art pieces are
Read MoreUnique and Different Christmas Gift Ideas
As we lead up to Christmas with a few weeks to go, the big question (well, there are a few) is โWhat do I get so-and-so for Christmas?โย Itโs always a hard one to find gifts for people, so thought Iโd put my thinking cap on for you.ย Yes, you can go with the usual
Read MorePainting Outside (Plein Air Painting) vs Inside the Studio
At some point in any of my chats with fellow artists and followers, I get asked whether I prefer to do plein air painting or inside the studio.ย A silent argument between the two has been lingering on some peopleโs minds.ย So let me address that continuing concern here in my blog to give you
Read MoreTips in Building Your Social Media Following in Your Art Business
Having an online presence in social media is absolutely one of the mostย important marketing strategies to promote a brand nowadays. There is no need denying the fact that social media (coupled with online options) is the best place to market your products because it is where the most influential and exciting interactions happen. ย Every year,
Read MoreWhat I Believe is Artโs Place in Society
Art has become part of our civilisation since I donโt know when.ย Well actually, probably since caveman days.ย It is unarguably present in all aspects of our culture and activities.ย All of the significant historical events are brought to commemoration through the arts.ย Perhaps that is where (or why) we have the phrase โa picture
Read MoreRedland’s Creative Alliance Horizons Art Exhibition
Opening Saturday 9th March 2019 At Myhorizon Event Centre Runnymede Road, Capalaba 1-15A Runnymede Road, Capalaba QLD 4157, next to Indigiscapes 4.30pm – drinks and nibbles, 5pm – entertainment till 7.30pm. The entertainment supplied by performance members will commence at 5.30pm (gold coin entry to help our starving artists?!) Join in this celebration with a
Read MoreHow Art is Therapeutic
Amongst the many misconceptions surrounding art is the belief that you have to be born with the talent to achieve something from it. ย So many people are afraid to delve into arts because they think that there is no benefit from it because they do not know anything about it โ or they believe they
Read MoreWhat is Your Advice / Tips for Making It In the Art Industry?
There are so many things happening in the art world.ย At times it can be a bit intimidating especially for newcomers. There is a need to cope with the realities of the ever-changing era of this vast art industry.ย Life of an artist is a bittersweet mix of an infinite sea of uncertain arrangements, profitable
Read MoreHow I Cope with Artistโs Block
Weโve heard of writerโs block, but have you heard about artistโs block? Frightening as it may seem, the phrase is essentially the absence of creativity; something no artist wants in his life. Although it is not an unusual experience for an artistโs imagination to dry up โ which can be frustrating, particularly if you are
Read MoreCreating a Series of Paintings and Its Advantages
A series of painting might seem strange to some.ย It brings varied thoughts to both artists and spectators. ย The negative (or positive), if your focus is to sell pieces, is that if a large group does not like the subject, all may be dismissed.ย But likewise, if the subject is popular, then you are offering
Read MoreHow to Select Art to Buy
For some, it can be a hard decision on what to buy.ย ย How do you come to that decision?ย ย What are the factors you should consider when buying art pieces?
Read MoreItโs All Happening at Redlands Creative Alliance
There is often more to art than paint brushes and creativity.ย ย There is a very practical side behind the scenes.ย There are, of course, exhibitions, marketing, administration, plus also keeping up to date with that is happening. ย ย Iโm a member of Redlands Creative Alliance and itโs all happening with them at present.ย ย The Alliance, run
Read MoreHow to Plan an Art Show
Great job! You have just bared yourself as an artist with a hard worked masterpiece.ย Now, you are finally prepared for a gallery or art show.ย What happens next?ย Obviously, you need to prepare and plan out everything so you will know how things will go when you are really prepared for it.
Read MoreHow to Balance Studio Time with Work, Life or Business
Everyone is on the bandwagon when it comes to balance โ and why not?ย We all want to do well at work or in our business, plus have a social life, recreation and time with family.ย We need to learn studio time as well.ย Finding balance isnโt always such an easy task.
Read MoreTo Frame or Not To Frame
A debate on whether to frame or not to frame paintings has been going on for quite some time now. ย While most enthusiasts perceive that frames make paintings look more professional and finished and increase their value, others doubt and say they are not always the best option.
Read MoreWhat I Love About the Art I Do
For this blog, itโs more personal, about my passion for art andย what I love about my art and what I do.ย ย Sharing a little of the personal me.ย ย : )
Read MoreFavourite Social Networks to Promote Your Art
If there is one platform that has taken the world in a storm, it is social media. ย Rightย now, everything you could ever imagine can be found in social media and online. ย Social networking has become the norm especially in upholding business and selling.ย It has remarkably taken over the marketing and promotion industries.
Read MoreTime Mastery for the Artist
As both an artist and business coach, time mastery is close to my heart.ย Time mastery for the artist is very important.ย As a multiple business owner, I grew businesses, wrote books (number six has just been published), raised a family and painted.ย Anyone who knows me is constantly saying โhow the heck do you
Read More15 Ways to Avoid Artistโs Block or Creative Block
Artistโs block or creative block really is no different from writerโs block.ย As an author of six business books, the same principles that I opted there work also with art and creativity.
Read MoreGetting Ready to Be Artistic
As an artist, I am sometimes asked about howย I get started, create my creative environment or even just โgetting stuff doneโ and be artistic.ย Here are my thoughts and shares on the subject:
Read MoreTop Art Themes and Subjects That Sell to Hotels
Many hotels recognise that their visitors are not just looking for a comfy bed, good service and correctly priced room โ their stay involves the whole experience.ย For this reason, the ambience of the hotel, and the dรฉcor and artwork on the walls (or displayed in other ways) is also relevant.ย ย Some hotels boast artwork
Read More10 Things to Do When You Get a Painting or Wall Art
It is not a secret how art can pull a space together. Even though there is complexity in its manner of display, having even a single form of art in any space can completely transform a room into a liberty of expression and style. Paintings, sculptures, wall art and any other form of art do
Read MoreHow Colours Affect Our Moods and Feelings
Can colours affect our moods and feelings? Research shows that it, in fact, can affect a personโs mood.ย Many reasons have been proposed as to why and how colours affect our moods.ย We react differently to different colours, without even realizing it.ย This reaction is known to be innate โ built-in within each one of
Read MoreArt to Lift Your Emotional Wellbeing
Nowadays stress, anxiety and depression have become more common than ever. People take more stress in almost every aspect of their life from the littlest things, this could be work stress, family stress, financial stress and the list just don’t end. Although it may sound funny, art is, in fact, a great way to reduce
Read MoreWorkspace Colour Design Tips
Being a designer doesnโt mean that you need to stick around the basic colours that we have around us. ย In fact, our human eyes is capable of seeing millions of different hues, but what seems to be a daunting task is choosing one or two colours among millions to make the perfect match!ย Designers should
Read MoreHow to Improve Productivity in the Workplace with Art, Plants and Music
It might sound a little unusual that art, plants and music can boost productivity in your workspace, but this is in fact true! ย Many might assume that these works of art can be rather distracting and divert oneโs mind from the actual work. However, if you are distracted with a work of art, it might
Read MoreSolving the Biggest Problems in Commercial Interior Design
One of the most significant keys for a business to become successful is its interior design. Commercial interior design is a vital element in retail, office and industrial space design because of its numerous roles and functions.
Read MoreBenefits of Having Art in the Workplace
Benefits of having art in the workplace There are many strong benefits to having art in the workplace. Let me share a few thoughts with you. Many businesses will put up a wonderful piece of art in their reception area. This is a great idea; it makes the reception area appealing, inviting and often gives
Read MoreWhat to Consider When Choosing Art for a Room
What to consider when choosing art for a room There are a few things to consider when you are choosing art for a wall, room or space. Here are my top tips to help you.
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