“You Are Not Special”
“YOU are NOT special.” Imagine hearing that in a classroom?! While some may feel it is a bit harsh, I am thrilled to know a colleague who actually says this to her students. Why? I can give you a litany of reasons, but the biggest one is our culture coddles our youth....
Finding Your Creative Flow
Going on a vacation where I limited the amount of work I did for CarrieBrummer.com and ArtistThink was the best thing I could do for myself. The funny thing is I didn’t even see the need for it. I mean, come on, I’m living “the dream:” making...
How to Kill Curiosity
Children are wonderfully creative creatures… until adults tell them there is a right or wrong way to do things. Then curiosity turns into finding “the right answer.” I was a nerdy kid. I never did the whole summer camp thing, unless you call going to...
Creative Spirit Crista Cloutier
Today on Artist Strong we welcome Creative Spirit Crista Cloutier. Crista draws upon her extensive experience in the art business to teach artists and how to create successful careers as working artists. Crista understands the art world inside and out. She has sold...
Sharpen Your Skills: Understanding Value
Confidently use value to improve your art
If you want to draw or paint anything you want, understanding value is a MUST.
Sharpen your Skills: Understanding Value includes:
✏️ my Learn How to SEE Guide: 10 Ways to Catch Your Own Mistakes;
✏️ A quick and simple way to observe your growth over time;
✏️ How to make your drawings (and paintings!) jump off the page; and
✏️ Much, much, more.
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