5 Red Flags for Instagram DM Scams
It happens to almost every artist who has an account on Instagram – you get a direct message asking if you take commissions.
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10 Effective ways for artists to make money
Choosing a career as an artist doesn’t mean that you have to starve. It does mean, however, diversifying your income streams and being creative about it.
7 Helpful Tips for Selling at an Artist Market
Artist markets are a popular way to sell your artwork and connect with your audience in real-time. I recently participated in my first
Strathmore Stretched Canvas Review
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
Milan Art Mastery Program Section One Review
In April of this year, I decided to expand my creative potential by signing up for the Milan Art Institute Mastery Program. If
My Battle with Vestibular Migraine
Every day, an estimated 10% of the world’s population has to deal with the pain and frustration of living with a neurological disease
5 Rookie Mistakes When Taking Commissions
Taking commission artwork requests is not a new concept when it comes to being an artist. In fact, for some, it can be
Milan Art Mastery Program Review Part 1
Being an artist is a lifelong learning experience. If at any point you think you know everything there is to know, honestly you’re
5 Hard Truths About Running an Art Business
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
Ferris Wheel Press Feature
It’s not often that I buy a product based on its packaging. I made the exception when I came across Ferris Wheel Press
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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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