Those Dreaded Deadlines
Do those dreaded deadlines get you down? Carrie shares her thoughts on how deadlines can keep you focused and motivated.
Getting Over Artist’s Block
I recently received an email from a student and friend. She described her current situation with a lack of creativity and asked for advice on getting over artist’s block. I have been there many times, and for a variety of reasons. I know how frustrating and discouraging it can be, …
Art Products that Minimize Hand Stress
CP artist Carrie Lewis shares a few art products that minimize hand stress, as well as her experiences with each one. If you deal with hand pain, these may help you.
The Things Artists Tell Themselves
Today, I want to talk about the things artists tells themselves. Things that are untrue at best, and that hold us back at worst.
Dealing with Hand Pain While Drawing
Carrie Lewis shares a few of her tips for dealing with hand pain while drawing. These tips are designed to relieve minor discomfort.
Overcoming New Artist Fears
What’s the secret to overcoming new artist fear, or new project fear? Carrie shares ideas that have helped her overcome her own doubts.
When You Don’t Feel Like Drawing
What do you do when you don’t feel like drawing? I confess. There have been a lot of days of late when making art is a struggle. Too many things on my to-do list is usually the cause, but there are other times when I just don’t feel creative. There …
End of Project Blues–How to Handle Them
Have you ever experienced something I call the end of project blues? That happens when you’ve worked on a piece for a long time, and put a lot of effort into it. Sweated over it to make sure everything’s just right. It feels great to finish it, doesn’t it? Time …
More Reasons to Love Colored Pencils
Some time ago, I wrote a fun post called 12 Reasons to Love Colored Pencils. Today, I thought I’d list a few more reasons to love colored pencils. More Reasons to Love Colored Pencils All Those New Pencils Colored pencils have come a long way since I started using them …
A Message of Encouragement to My Readers
Today, I want to take a little time to share a message of encouragement with my readers; with you. I don’t usually talk about current events here, because that’s not what this space is for. I didn’t intend to talk about the present situation either. There’s already more than enough …
