Art, creativity, business, and life (it’s all connected).
Art-making is a process. So is building a creative life. This blog is where I share thoughts, tips, and behind-the-scenes bits about the art life: from navigating burnout (da da dunnn…blank page syndrome, anyone?) and staying motivated to figuring out pricing, planning, and all the messy, beautiful parts of being an artist.
If you’re figuring out how to stay connected to your work through real-life ups and downs, you’re in the right place. If you’re trying to juggle making art, building a creative practice, and living real life at the same time…you’re in the right place.
Art and Activism: Using Your Work as a Tool for Social Change
Art is a tool for change. In this post, we dive into how artists can use their work for activism, from choosing a cause to balancing creativity and advocacy.
How to Build Your Art Business from Scratch (Without Losing Your Mind)
Figuring out how to sell your art and turn it into a real business can feel like a lot—but it doesn’t have to be impossible…
Art and the Everyday
Let's take a look at some creative ways to bring art into your everyday life
Finding Creative Joy Again
When was the last time you made art just because you wanted to? Not for a deadline, not for a client, not for social media—just for fun.
Turning Your Art into Products
Ready to take your art beyond the studio? Take your art into products that connect with a wider audience and grow your creative business.
The Artist’s Life Plan
Success as an artist isn’t about luck—it’s about finding your rhythm between creativity and intention. Explore how you can shape your own path, set goals, and stay flexible when life throws its curveballs.
Creative Constraints
Feeling stuck in your art practice? Let’s look at how setting limits on your tools, materials, or techniques can spark new ideas and help you break through creative blocks.
Reflecting on Your Art of the Year Past
Take a moment to look back on your art journey over this past year.
Archiving and Documenting your Art
Want to see your artistic growth and never lose a great idea again? Learn how simple documentation habits can create an archive that inspires, guides, and connects you to your creative journey.
Sketchbooks vs. Finished Work
Sketchbooks are more than a place for rough ideas—they’re an essential part of your creative process. Here’s why what you do in your sketchbook matters just as much as your finished work.