by Douglas Paul Smith | Mar 4, 2025 | General Advice for Artists
So you want to know how to sell art locally? Great! You’re in for a wild ride filled with coffee-induced late nights, awkward small talk at art fairs, and the thrill of convincing a stranger that your painting is worth more than their monthly car...
by Douglas Paul Smith | Mar 3, 2025 | General Advice for Artists
Life has a way of throwing challenges at us all. For artists, it might be a stubborn creative block; for others, it could be an emotional weight that’s hard to shake. In either case, two options often surface: a creativity coach or an art therapist. At first glance,...
by Douglas Paul Smith | Mar 3, 2025 | Advice for Creatives, Creativity Coaching, General Advice for Artists
(Spoiler: It’s Probably the Coach) Every artist has that moment. You’re sitting at your desk, maybe in your fanciest paint-splattered overalls, and it hits you: “Do I actually need a creativity coach… or can I just vent to my monstera again?” Before you start...
by Douglas Paul Smith | Feb 21, 2025 | Advice for Creatives, Creativity Coaching, General Advice for Artists
The Transformation of Art Education in the 21st Century — How More College Art Students Are Seeking Mentors and Coaches The world of art education is undergoing a transformation. While traditional university art programs have long been the go-to for aspiring artists,...
by Douglas Paul Smith | Jan 31, 2025 | Advice for Creatives, Art as Meditation, General Advice for Artists
What is Creative Flow? Flow is life itself—it is the dynamic movement present in all things, an effortless current that exists within us and around us. When we enter a flow state, we merge with our surroundings, becoming fully immersed in the moment. Our...
