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Art to Inspire: The “Follow your Dreams” Guide
You are a passionate woman (or gentleman) who has goals in life. Lots of goals, in fact. Or maybe just a few very BIG ones. You have a list of accomplishments you hope to one day achieve. You have hopes and you absolutely have DREAMS. If you’re nodding your head right now, this is the [...]
About the Author
Brittni Mehlhoff is the editor of the handmade blog, papernstitch, and is also the owner and creator of an exhibition site by the same name. If you are a creative entrepreneur, small business owner, or a blogger, join the growing community of 7,000+ Stitchers and sign up for Brittni’s free weekly biz tips + handmade picks.
“bad artists copy. great artists steal.”
For those not familiar, the title is actually a quote by Pablo Picasso and has to do with drawing inspiration from something while putting your touch on it. I guess he should know. Picasso is often attributed as the Father of Cubism when in reality he and Georges Braque worked together on the theory and [...]
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Gwyn Michael is an artist armed with a camera, Photoshop, some painting supplies, and a discerning eye. She is passionate about creating images that teach us to view the world differently or more deeply. To learn more about Gwyn, her inspirational art, and her passion for creative living, visit her website and blog. Gwyn frequently gives mini tutorials on Photoshop and offers creative challenges on her blog.
living in contradictions (on purpose)
photo by GillFordPhotography – click image for more Contradictions. We are full of them. In our life, in our work, in the choices we make. And hopefully, in our art. Why contradictions? Because they make the work interesting. Perfection is not interesing. It may please for a moment, but it will not captivate. What captivates [...]
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A career coach for creatives armed with the super power of hearing between the lines, Laura Simms helps passionate creatives discover and cultivate the work meant just for them. Once called a “momentum swashbuckler,” Laura puts the giddy-up in career transition and career strategy. Learn more at createasfolk.com.
summer fun with kiki and polly
I hope everyone enjoyed their Fourth of July weekend. I know many are still celebrating (or relaxing) with today being the official observation day. So, I thought I would just pop in and share some summer fun from Kiki and Polly. Have a great week! -Brittni
About the Author
Brittni Mehlhoff is the editor of the handmade blog, papernstitch, and is also the owner and creator of an exhibition site by the same name. If you are a creative entrepreneur, small business owner, or a blogger, join the growing community of 7,000+ Stitchers and sign up for Brittni’s free weekly biz tips + handmade picks.
the art of amanda hughen
I’ll admit, I had a tiny bit of science nerd in me through middle school and high school. And that side of me came geekin’ back when I saw these paintings from Amanda Hughen. Each piece feels very nebular to me, but also exists on its own as a beautiful abstraction. This is what Hughen’s [...]
About the Author
Brittni Mehlhoff is the editor of the handmade blog, papernstitch, and is also the owner and creator of an exhibition site by the same name. If you are a creative entrepreneur, small business owner, or a blogger, join the growing community of 7,000+ Stitchers and sign up for Brittni’s free weekly biz tips + handmade picks.
