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How to Sell Art in a Market

All about selling art in markets

Selling art in a market can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it comes with its own challenges. This roundup will give you practical advice, actionable tips, and insights from experienced artists who’ve been there and done it. If you’re ready to maximize your sales and make your …

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11 Drawing Tips That Will Improve Your Art

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When I first started drawing, I was constantly looking for ways to improve without feeling overwhelmed. I wanted practical tips, not complicated theories, that I could apply to make my sketches better. That’s why I’ve gathered this list of 11 helpful resources for anyone wanting to sharpen their drawing skills. …

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27 Stylish Bedroom Wall Decor Ideas

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Imagine stepping into a bedroom that feels warm, inviting, and uniquely yours. It’s not just the bedding or furniture that makes it special—it’s the wall decor. Choosing the right wall art can elevate a bedroom from bland to beautiful. In this guide, I’ll show you how to take inspiration from …

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12 Procreate Tips For Beginners: The Basics

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Are you trying to get the most out of Procreate but need clear, practical advice? This roundup post gathers 12 Procreate tips, tricks, and step-by-step guides to help you master essential Procreate features as a beginner. It includes everything from using layers and adjusting opacity to drawing straight lines and …

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7 Simple Ideas For a Home Bedroom Refresh

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Ever walked into your bedroom and felt like something was off? Maybe the space feels stale or cluttered, or it just doesn’t reflect who you are anymore. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. We all crave a space that feels calm, beautiful, and uniquely ours. The good news? You don’t need …

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21 Realistic Big Cat Drawings in Pencil

21 realistic big cat drawings in pencil.

Welcome to my collection of big cat drawings. This portfolio covers 30 years of honing my drawing skills and includes tigers, lions, jaguars, cheetahs, leopards, and snow leopards. Some drawings focus on fine details, aiming for photorealism, while others take a more relaxed approach as I try to capture movement …

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10 Ways Artists Make Money

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Making a living as an artist isn’t easy, but it’s not impossible. Successful artists realize that art does not sell itself, they build their careers through determination, diversifying their income streams, and understanding their core audience. If you paint or draw, you can make money as an artist with the …

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12 Best Monkey Art Pencil Drawings

12 Monkey Pencil Drawings by Kevin Hayler

I’ve been fortunate enough to draw many remarkable primates in my travels, and these pencil drawings reflect not only my drawing skills but also the stories behind these encounters. Just one word before you scroll. I know these are APES and monkeys. After years of selling my art to the …

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120 Drawing Ideas for Adults: Cool Things to Draw

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The purpose of this post is to list drawing ideas for adults in particular. That’s not to exclude anyone else, but I had three aims. That’s why certain subjects are missing. I haven’t included portraits because that’s not beginner material. No one starts with drawing portraits, or if they do, …

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