by Blog post by Tara Reed | Aug 28, 2008 | Marketing
While twittering this morning, I saw that one of the artists I follow (Margot Potter) had a cool, new slide show on her blog. Of course I wanted to know how she did it! I clicked the “Make Your Own” button, uploaded a few pics and VOILA! Here is a little...
by Blog post by Tara Reed | Aug 25, 2008 | Photoshop™ Skills
There are things in life that could use a little repetition. Like when you have children, how many times do you remind them to wash their hands, brush their teeth and get their dirty laundry off the floor and into the hamper? As an artist, mastering the art of repeat...
by Blog post by Tara Reed | Aug 24, 2008 | Marketing
I’ve been entertained and inspired by artists creating videos for their blogs and on YouTube. I’ve been told that video is no longer ‘the wave of the future’ but ‘the here and now’. Video is supposed to be a great way to advertise,...
by Blog post by Tara Reed | Aug 22, 2008 | Inspiration
Today I was emailed a REALLY, BIG, FAT LEMON! It all started back in February… my wonderful boyfriend took me on a cruise to Mexico. We had so much fun! I went to 2 arts & crafts classes to check it out. (The teacher said I was a pretty good painter!) I...
by Blog post by Tara Reed | Aug 18, 2008 | Art Licensing, Marketing
We all have a dream, right? I assume since you are reading this, your dream is to do something with your art, other than hang it on your wall and enjoy it. You want to earn a living doing what you love — painting for profit so to speak. Talking with a friend the...