Connecting With Your Audience One Email At A Time
Why do I need an email list? What would I even say in a monthly email? Do people want to hear from me? Don't they just want to see the...
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melissahelene
- Jul 1, 2021
- 8 min
Art Festivals: During and After A Show
After participating in my first two juried art festivals of summer 2021, it feels very appropriate and timely that we are discussing what...
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colorcodedcreative
- Jun 10, 2021
- 5 min
Preparing for a Juried Art Festival
Welcome to part two of my series all about juried art festivals! (If you missed the first one, head over to read all about Applying to...
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melissahelene
- Jun 3, 2021
- 6 min
The Ins and Outs of Applying to Juried Art Festivals
Welcome to my three part series about juried art festivals! This first section will be all about applying for shows - the research...
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melissahelene
- May 26, 2021
- 3 min
A Day in the Life of a Creative Entrepreneur
What It's Really Like to Run a Creative Business Being a full-time artist and entrepreneur often sounds more glamorous than it really is....
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melissahelene
- May 13, 2021
- 4 min
Commissions: When to Say Yes and When to Say No
Commissions are a great way to diversify your offerings as an artist, serve your clients and audience, as well as add a stream of revenue...
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melissahelene
- Apr 30, 2021
- 4 min
Do Artists and Designers Need Their Own Brand?
[Guest blogger: Angela Ryan of The Design Blonde] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Short answer:...
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melissahelene
- Apr 15, 2021
- 2 min
Why You Need Your Own Artist Website and Tips to Build One
A website is your place to shine and a space where you control your audiences' experience. You can take them on a journey through your...
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colorcodedcreative
- Apr 7, 2021
- 4 min
Imposter Syndrome and How to Kick It!
Do you ever feel like people are going to call you out for not being an expert or a "real [insert your chosen title here]"? Do you feel...
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melissahelene
- Apr 1, 2021
- 2 min
Social Media Topic Ideas for Artists
50 Social Media Topic Ideas for Artists Social media marketing is about building a community and strengthening relationships with your...
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colorcodedcreative
- Mar 17, 2021
- 4 min
Ten Ways to Make Money With Your Art Practice
Building a successful career as an artist requires more than just creating beautiful works of art. You must don hats of every shape and...
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colorcodedcreative
- Mar 4, 2021
- 3 min
Five Ways to Get Organized in Your Creative Business
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your physical or mental space? Do you forget to do things because you don't have a central location for...
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melissahelene
- Feb 24, 2021
- 3 min
The Importance of Art Festivals in My Business
Business As An Artist "Why don't you just sell online?" "Are you selling your work on social media?" "...but they're having an online...
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colorcodedcreative
- Feb 18, 2021
- 2 min
Five Things to Consider When Pricing Your Artwork
Pricing your work is a very personal and individual decision. No one else can determine the value of your creation. There is no one...
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colorcodedcreative
- Jan 7, 2021
- 2 min
Do You Know Your Numbers? Three Steps Toward Financial Freedom
Knowing and understanding the finances of your business is probably the most important part of being an entrepreneur! I know it feels...
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colorcodedcreative
- Dec 22, 2020
- 3 min
Define Your WHY: What's Your Purpose
Let me tell you a quick story. I had just spent three days outside in 90+ degree heat. I was tired and sweaty from tear down at an art...
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colorcodedcreative
- Dec 10, 2020
- 2 min
Get SMARTER With Your Goals
I have never been a good goal setter. I was always a little afraid to reach too high and fall short or didn’t want to commit to anything...
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