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My Battle with Vestibular Migraine

May 29, 2023May 30, 2023Leave a comment

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. The extent to which this condition affects their day-to-day life really just depends on what type of Migraine they have, how often, and how severe they are. Women are 5 … Continue reading My Battle with Vestibular Migraine

5 Rookie Mistakes When Taking Commissions

May 14, 2023May 14, 2023Leave a comment

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 lucrative aspect of their business. The problem with taking commissions, however, is that many artists don't know where to start from an administrative perspective and end up making some key … Continue reading 5 Rookie Mistakes When Taking Commissions

Milan Art Mastery Program Review Part 1

April 11, 2023April 30, 20234 Comments

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. I’ve always enjoyed learning new things about art and it’s easier now than it ever has been to access the minds and talents of people globally with the invention of … Continue reading Milan Art Mastery Program Review Part 1

5 Hard Truths About Running an Art Business

March 26, 2023April 1, 20232 Comments

Recently I've been noticing more artists on social media talking about the hard truths of running their art business. While it's been a bit disheartening to hear some of these stories, I think it's also very important that more artists who are in the spotlight are candid and open about the realities of what it's … Continue reading 5 Hard Truths About Running an Art Business

Ferris Wheel Press Feature

January 27, 2023January 27, 2023Leave a comment

It’s not often that I buy a product based on its packaging. I made the exception when I came across Ferris Wheel Press ink on the Desseres’ website in late 2021. Every detail was so thoughtfully crafted from the unique designs on each package to the shape of the bottles that look more like they … Continue reading Ferris Wheel Press Feature

Is AI-Generated Art Hurting Artists?

December 7, 2022December 7, 2022Leave a comment

Technology has advanced our civilization in ways we once could only dream of. Most recently, the topic of AI-generated art has become a hot topic in the art community with creatives landing on both sides of the fence on the issue. Many are arguing that this technology is stealing from artists and attempting to replace … Continue reading Is AI-Generated Art Hurting Artists?

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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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