Setting up an art licensing website is a really important step in establishing an online presence and showcasing your work to a broader audience. Your website is going to be...

As an artist, you pour your heart and soul into every creation, investing countless hours into “perfecting” your piece of work. However, we all know the journey doesn't end here ...

In this day of social media, it’s so easy to follow other artists and see what work they’re churning out. And, we usually choose to follow them because they inspire...

We all want to give ourselves the best chance at having our work licensed on multiple-sized products. So it’s not surprising that one of the questions I get asked the...

The idea of giving up complete ownership of your work isn’t so enticing for most art licensors (artists). Especially when you’ve experienced how great a good art licensing relationship is...

Today, social media and business are inseparable – whether we like it or not. And, Instagram (IG) has emerged as a favorite platform for those who thrive on visuals – like...

Choosing a name for your art business is an important step when you’re establishing your brand. It’s going to be your calling card and hopefully set you apart from the...

If you've been thinking about selling some of your own products online, Etsy is the top online marketplace for selling handmade items, as well as print-on-demand gifts. And while you might question...

When an artist designs a group of artwork in art licensing, it’s referred to as a collection. These collections always have a cohesive theme or style and are the key to...

If you’re an artist (or any creative person) you know only too well how easy it is to get caught up in the demands of your art. Artistic pursuits quite...

One of the best ways you can improve your skills and unleash creativity as an artist is to form a painting habit. Just like any ol’ habit, once it’s ingrained...

Several industry terms exist that people use interchangeably to refer to the same design methods or products. Which can get pretty darn confusing! Some companies even have their own way...

If you ever feel paralyzed by fear or self-doubt, I’m here to let you in on a little secret –– you are 100% normal!  We artists continually seem to doubt...

Do vision boards seem overrated to you? Do you believe they work? Perhaps you simply find them a wonderful creative outlet to put something pretty together - a scrapbooker’s dream!...

As many of you know, I have a long art licensing background. If you’re not entirely clear on what that is, it’s a way you can make money by “renting”...

I often get asked how I physically create my products. So today, I thought I’d take you through the basics of the product side of my business – as it...

I get asked a lot about my favorite tools, and when I love something, trust me, I love nothing more than talking about it. So let’s talk about my favorite...

The holidays are right around the corner (how is this possible?), and you may be scrambling to come up with some original gift ideas this year. Or, perhaps, you want...

Hello, friends! We have a lot of fresh faces around here, so I thought it’d only be fitting to introduce myself and share some fun facts about moi! Besides the...

Guess what? Not all artists are starving– and nor should they be. It’s a trope that’s been passed along for centuries. Artists of all kinds felt they had to suffer...

Gone are the days when it was uncool to paint from a photo. Some of you may have no idea, but painting from a photo was frowned upon once –...

If you’re like me, you might not consciously think about color theory – let’s be honest, it all feels a bit scientific for a right-brained artist, am I right? Never...

“Sketching is a waste of time – and I’m no good at it!”  Sound familiar?  If you feel defeated every time you pick up a pencil to sketch, I get...

Art tools can get expensive. So, it’s always best to take good care of them. Help them lead a long, happy life in your studio. But that’s easier said than...

Ever find yourself hovering over your artwork in that final stretch, muttering “Am I really done? I’m not sure I like my painting – I think it needs something…more!” Then...

Printing out photos and displaying them on your walls can be a fantastic way to capture your adventures. We take photos on our phones ‘til we’re blue in the face....

Okay, so I have a thought-provoking question for you. Do you think a paint-by-number kit can help you become a better artist? (You know the drill – you get a...

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably seen some of my artwork displayed on my website, Etsy, Instagram, TikTok, or maybe even hanging up in your own house.  When you see...

The *one* tool I’m just obsessed with right now?  Markers! Yep, that’s right. Good old-fashioned markers. The kind you played with as a child. Maybe there’s just something nostalgic about...

I know, I know. Finding your art style can be the hardest thing e-v-a-h! I get it!  I’ve been creating art for many moons now (yup, I’ve hit the half-century...

So…what’s all the buzz about washi tape!? Or, maybe you haven’t even heard of that before and you’re scratching your head right now… Well, that’s okay! You’re not alone.  But...

So, you’re an artist looking to start your own business and turn this passion of yours into a career! Congrats! The hardest part (deciding) is over. :) Now it’s time...

Illustrating and writing a book takes some careful planning. And there’s more to it than you might realize!  Here are the steps I took to create my new book “How...

When I create a new piece of art, I like to think of it as having multiple lives.  For example, a painting of a deer will probably get used on more...

Sometimes, as an artist, we can get in front of the canvas and then totally blank.  Where did all that creativity and excitement to paint come from before? Because it’s...

I always knew I wanted to be an artist. After graduating the University of Illinois in 1992 with a degree in graphic design, I took a handful of 9-5 jobs,...

Who doesn’t know how to pet a cat, right? That’s what I thought until an unexpected family conversation and a little inspirational lightbulb got me thinking. Hmmmm...

Hey there!  I'm Angela, your resident cat-loving, plant-obsessed Artist. First and foremost, welcome to my blog! This has been a long time coming, and I must say, I am pretty...

Here are my 2022 goals all spelled out. Trust me, this list didn't happen in one hour.  It was more like two weeks of solid planning. Even though this list...