Rejection stings, but realistically, it’s part of being a working creative. It doesn’t matter if you’re an artist, designer, photographer, illustrator, or writer - a piece of your heart is ingrained in what you create. Rejection feels bad, understandably so. The trick is how to move beyond feeling upset so that you can get back to creating. Your livelihood depends on being adaptable and able to consistently market and pitch your work.
Read MoreQ + A about being a Freelance Illustrator
Answers to some of the more common questions that I have received about illustration, freelancing, and finding clients.
Read MoreFinding Your Creative Path
Through questions and exercises in the workbook, you will be able to turn ideas into goals to inspire more confidence and fulfillment in your creative pursuits. Finding your Creative Path helps you align with your goals over a 12-month period using seasonal planning. Perfect to start the new year with… or anytime you want to make a change and chart a new creative path.
Read MoreSelf-Promotion for Creatives
Being a creative freelancer takes equal parts talent, determination, and moxy. You have to be able to dust yourself off and keep going, be willing to try new things, and discover what works best for you. Well, let me save you some time by sharing a few things that I’ve learned.
I’ve just published, Self-Promotion for Creatives 🎉 over on Skillshare so that you can watch it at your leisure… and in less time than your average Netflix show to boot! Great for creatives just starting out or freelancers learning to try a new promotional trick (or two).
Read MoreHow to Stand Out When You Feel Adrift in a Crowded Market
Before you can stand out, you need to be willing to show up for yourself and create - through the good, bad and everything in between. Read about the 7 suggestions that I have to motivate you to create and set yourself apart.
Read More7 Qualities That Successful Illustrators & Designers Have
What makes a successful creative? Hmmm... talent, insane art skills, boatloads of happy clients, and an expert level of Photoshop. Well, sure, all those things are helpful but I want to focus on 7 qualities that ALL successful creatives have.
Read MoreImportant Steps to take before kicking off your Freelance Business
Being a freelancer has its's perks and I understand why you are excited to get out there and do your creative thing... BUT, are you business ready? Before you take the leap with a freelance business, I recommend these 9 important steps.
Read MoreYes, You Can!
A few words of encouragement, in case you're feeling a tad wrung out or discouraged. Your dreams matter don’t give up on yourself.
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