Choosing Titles for Art: How Important is It?
How important is choosing titles for art? Does the title really matter? Carrie and guest artist Kathryn Hansen share their thoughts.
How to Decide on Art Sizes
What is the best way to decide on art sizes? Does one size sell better than another or does size not make that much difference?
Choosing a Theme for Your Art
How important is choosing a theme for your art? Is it better to focus on one subject or is it okay to draw different subjects? Carrie shares her thoughts on this topic.
Offline Marketing Ideas for Artists
Carrie shares a few ideas on offline marketing for artists that she used to get started painting portraits. Update them for today, and they can still be effective.
The Foundation of Good Art
Carrie talks about the foundation of good art—that most basic skill that makes all good art possible.
Personal Art Challenges: Are They Right for You?
How important are personal art challenges? Carrie talks about her experiences, and shares tips on setting up a personal art challenge.
Colored Pencil and Mixed Media
Carrie shares two basic concerns with using colored pencils and mixed media: What papers should you use and are there special techniques?
Color Picker Programs for Colored Pencils
Carrie shares four color picker programs for colored pencils, adult coloring books, and other color-intensive applications.
Using Fixatives During and After Drawing
Are there times when using fixatives during and after drawing is necessary? Carrie answers this reader’s question.
Deciding When Artwork is Finished
What is the best method for deciding when artwork is finished? Carrie answers this reader’s question with a few suggestions you might not have considered.
