Spring has sprung, and it's the perfect time to freshen up your creative habits with a little spring cleaning.
Just like you might declutter your home or workspace to make room for new things, you need to declutter your mind and habits to make room for new ideas and creative growth.
Read MoreAs an illustrator, I've learned a thing or two over the years. Some of which, would have been helpful to know early on.
Being a freelance illustrator isn’t just about the art, in fact there are a lot of other factors that go into this creative profession.
Read MoreI challenged myself to more drawing time on the go using Procreate and discovered some new ways to streamline my creative process and flex my illustration muscles.
Whether you’re a Procreate newbie feeling overwhelmed by all the bells and whistles or you've spent time in Procreate but appreciate handy tips... then check out my latest post on The Simply Creative Blog that discusses my top 7 Procreate Tips and doles up some creative advice to try out as well.
Read MoreAs a creative small business owner, I need to find my way out of low-energy or unproductive days so that I can get things done and hit my deadlines. The best way (for me) to do this is by understanding the purpose behind the task. If it’s a client deadline… well that’s easy, I want to get paid and make the client happy. But what if it’s a personal goal? Then you need to know YOUR WHY because Passion and Purpose fuel PRODUCTIVITY.
Read MoreIt’s incredibly important to realize that rest time is just as important as work time. They are meant to work together, to keep our minds (and lives ) happy and healthy. This is why learning to hit the pause button (and the Stop one too) is an important skill to have.
My best tip for ensuring that you have more restful moments in your day is to schedule time for it. Adding some tranquility to your day will allow your brain the R&R restoration that it craves.
Read MoreHow surrounding yourself with plants in the studio (or home) can be good for the creative soul.
Read MoreRejection 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 MoreWorking from home has its challenges, especially when the WIFI is down, but I have some recommendations for how to make it easier.
11 simple tips to make working from home better.
Read MoreBeing able to sink into a highly-focused creative zone is one of the best things you can give yourself. Sometimes, it's as simple as a change of perspective and knowing how to organize a more optimal environment for you to create from.
Read More2020 has been incredibly isolating. Interacting less in person, means we are missing human connections. So understandably, more people are turning to social media as a way to reclaim some of what they have lost.
But I have to wonder are people really being social on these platforms?
Read MoreAs a freelance artist, creative entrepreneur, or small business, part of the grind… and let’s be honest it is a grind, is working within a budget. Yes, it would be lovely to have unlimited funds💰 at our disposal but typically, that’s not how it works. In this article, I share 10 simple cost-cutting ideas that you can try with your freelance business… plus a BONUS tip that might make you rethink how you spend your workday.
Read MoreBeing 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 MoreAs a creative freelancer or entrepreneur, it’s easy to get caught up in the busy work of planning vs doing. Planning is important, but it's only one step in the process. If you don't move beyond that step, planning slides into procrastination. And really, don’t we have enough distractions in our daily lives (um…hello social media and a pandemic) to not become sidelined with continual planning. So don’t get bogged down with planning, move beyond that step, and learn to enjoy the whole creative journey.
Read MoreThe illustrator in me wishes I could wave a magic wand and make things better… but we don’t live in a Disney movie, lovely as they are. Instead, I’ll share 10 things that I often do to feel more light-hearted, productive, and hopeful.
Read MoreAs a freelancer, feeling unmotivated can be frustrating. Especially when you have assignments on the board and bills to be paid. So, what's a creative to do? Learn to move beyond those feelings because your business survives on you working. In this blog article, I have several ideas to help you become more productive.
Read MoreAs a freelancer you will need to navigate both busy and quiet business periods. Knowing how to deal with these extremes in your freelance business, will help you become a more confident freelancer. Because bottom line, you don’t have to stop when business is slow. By staying productive you will be better prepared for new opportunities when they arise.
Read MoreThe dilemma of how to keep kids entertained while working from home is not a new one. When dealing with closed schools and remote learning, parents could certainly use additional ideas on how to keep activities fun, educational and creative. In this article I have over 25 suggestions that can help keep children occupied at home while you need to get work done.
Read MoreHow I pursued a freelance career by planning daily actionable steps. The small wins along the way kept me motivated and excited to achieve my larger goal of being a successful freelance artist. In this blog I talk about how those small wins stack up and help you chip away at large, sometimes overwhelming goals.
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