Plan To Be a Big Deal
The biggest takeaway from the last year for me was to not put things off thinking that there will be
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7 Ways to Beat To-Do List Burnout
Some days it seems like I have a never-ending list of things to do. This includes things for my business,
Luck or Hard Work?
Success is rarely gained from solitary efforts. Most people you could deem ‘successful’ have gotten where they are because of
So I Quit My Day Job
Everyone knows the saying “Don’t quit your day job.” Typically it’s said to people who maybe aren’t very good at
Finding Work-Life Balance
Self-care and work-life balance is something that isn’t talked about enough. There’s something about summer that for me always signals
Ways to Improve Your Creativity
Creativity is something that most people assume comes naturally to artists. Many would be surprised to learn however that being
Stealing Vs. Inspiration
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Or is it? When is imitation an innocent form of tribute and when
Try Something New Creatively
When you are first starting out as an artist it can be really exciting exploring all the possibilities with different
7 Helpful Tips for Selling at an Artist Market
September 10, 2023
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Artist markets are a popular way to sell your artwork and connect with your audience in real-time. I recently participated in my first artist market
Strathmore Stretched Canvas Review
August 8, 2023
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Everyone stop what you’re doing….artist brand Strathmore, most popularly known for their wide section of student, artist, and professional grade papers, now makes canvases! When
Milan Art Mastery Program Section One Review
July 30, 2023
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In April of this year, I decided to expand my creative potential by signing up for the Milan Art Institute Mastery Program. If you’re reading
My Battle with Vestibular Migraine
May 29, 2023
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Every day, an estimated 10% of the world’s population has to deal with the pain and frustration of living with a neurological disease called Migraine.
5 Rookie Mistakes When Taking Commissions
May 14, 2023
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Taking commission artwork requests is not a new concept when it comes to being an artist. In fact, for some, it can be an extremely
Milan Art Mastery Program Review Part 1
April 11, 2023
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Being an artist is a lifelong learning experience. If at any point you think you know everything there is to know, honestly you’re probably wrong.
Hey, I'm Barb!
I’m a Canadian artist and designer specializing in coloured pencil and mixed media. When I’m not creating art, I love helping other artists by sharing tips and tricks that have helped me. You can find me on all of my social channels @barbsotiart or check out my past Q&A articles for COLORED PENCIL Magazine or my co-hosting appearances on the Sharpened Artist Colored Pencil Podcast.
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