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The Overwhelm of Getting Started I’ve observed a lot of artists who have an interest in possibly selling and/or exhibiting their art who get overwhelmed by all the technical things involved in this online age, not to mention all the things they “should” remember to...
Do You Struggle to Finish Your Art?
I have an article called Do You Struggle to Finish Your Art. In it, I talk about different reasons people may struggle to finish and what they can do about it. But I think there is actually something else going on that is much more insidious when we catch ourselves...
The dangers of white space in your art (and what do to about it)
In today’s video I’m looking at work by community member Jennifer. We discuss: Why you should focus on negative space in your art, A way to use image references to help inform your art but also not dictate your idea, The dangers of white space in your art (and what do...
10 Reasons Artists Should Join Clubhouse
Clubhouse is a new social media app that is on the rise. So, what is it? It’s a platform that’s entirely audio. It’s also in real time. This means there are no recordings and if you don’t join a conversation while it’s happening, you miss out. It’s kind of like...
How to fund a body of art
A common objection I hear to making art is that it costs money. What if you could find a way to fund your explorations, experiments, and even the materials to make your art? Hello my name is Carrie Brummer and here on Artist Strong I help artists like you build your...
4 Lessons For Formidable Landscapes
In today’s video I’m looking at work by community member Linda. We discuss: the importance of value in a landscape, atmospheric perspective, a strategy to improve your compositions, and how to use focal points. I also offer some tips on using color to create harmony...
Do art materials have to be expensive? 3 Lessons from Nari Ward
I have piles and piles of notes that I take when I attend exhibitions, when I sit waiting in doctor’s office waiting rooms… you name it and I’ve taken notes thinking about topics we can discuss here on Artist Strong. One exhibit that still stays with me, even though I...
“It’s too late… you just aren’t an artist…”
When I taught high school art, I found one part of parent/teacher conferences surprising: how many parents were told their own art interest wasn’t valuable or important. Hi, my name is Carrie and here on Artist Strong I help artists like you build your skill and...
How to Draw Accurately from Photo Reference
In this short drawing tutorial, I support a student inside my free drawing challenge. I demonstrate a quick and easy way to check for accuracy insider your drawings, paintings, really all the artwork you create. This is a great way to improve your drawing accuracy,...