by Carrie | Why do the Arts Matter?
What Käthe Kollwitz, Jacob Lawrence, and Francisco Goya Teach Us About Making Meaningful Art Today Many artists quietly carry the belief that their work is “small.” That it’s personal, private, maybe even indulgent. That real change happens elsewhere: through... 
by Carrie | Build Your Skill
What Is the Artist Equivalent of Musical Scales? Imagine the not-so-sweet sounds of a beginner flautist testing their instrument. Or a violinist squeaking their way through a practice session. Lovely, right? I started playing flute in second grade, and something... 
by Carrie | Style Study Session
Bold, Black, and Brushy: Style Lessons from Franz Kline How do you study an art style? How do you learn a specific art style? How do you analyze art styles? And maybe the question artists ask most often: How do you find your art style? In each Style Study Session, we... 
by Carrie | Develop Your Unique Artist Voice
Style Study Session: Sergio Bustamante How to Study an Artist’s Style How do you study an art style? How do you learn a specific art style? How do you analyze art styles? How do you find your own unique style? In this Style Study Session, we’ll use the six qualities... 
by Carrie | Build Your Skill, Develop Your Unique Artist Voice
Why Your Art Looks Like Someone Else’s (And How to Fix It) If you’ve ever looked at your work and thought, “This looks too much like the artist I follow on Instagram…” you’re not alone. Every artist who has ever created anything has wrestled with the fear of being...