fear
push through? or pause? you decide
Officially, Thanksgiving is over. The dishes have been done. The house cleaned up. And if you are someone who runs your own business making and selling a service or products, you have been gearing up for one of the busiest times of your year. Just when the light is less bright, and the evenings are [...]
About the Author
Liz Kalloch is an artist, designer, traveller, and writer who has worn many different creative and entrepreneurial hats – and some of these hats she has even designed and knitted herself. Her artwork – and life – is focused on searching the soul to stay connected to her life path, clarifying and re-clarifying a life purpose and always trying to listen more carefully to that inner voice that speaks the truth. These days you can find her in the San Francisco Bay area where she runs her own freelance design and art creating business and blogs about it here.
On not being a “real” artist
This is a guest post by Megan Eckman of Studio M.M.E. The hardest part of being an artist is not feeling like one. Deep down, I wonder every day if I’m a ‘real’ artist. I don’t live and breathe my work. Heck, sometimes I go a week without drawing (though I’m miserable during that week). [...]
About the Author
Carrie is Scoutie Girl’s advertising manager & assistant editor. She owns a graphic design & ebook editing biz and also runs a nifty crochet pattern shop for discriminating ladies, likeclochework.
overcoming fear: a video manifesto from harley roxanne
Harley is the creative mind behind Harley Roxanne. I recently spoke with her about her latest video manifesto and overcoming her own fears. Who are you and what do you do? My name is Harley and I am a creative strategist, videographer, and photographer helping entrepreneurs engage people and build their brand through photo and [...]
About the Author
Carrie is Scoutie Girl’s advertising manager & assistant editor. She owns a graphic design & ebook editing biz and also runs a nifty crochet pattern shop for discriminating ladies, likeclochework.
fear, courage, and joy
I just got back from the Hello Etsy conference in Berlin. It was nothing short of amazing. So many incredible speakers, so many wonderful people. I know there are a few months left in 2011, but I think I can safely say that Hello Etsy has been the highlight of the year for me. Another [...]
About the Author
Eleanor Mayrhofer is a recent escapee of Cubicle Nation. She currently blends her love of design, the expertise she gained in her professional career and her enthusiasm for small enterprise through e.m.papers, her download-and-print stationery business.
brain tigers in the jungle of uncertainty
There is a nip in the air, a hint of color turning the trees, pumpkins at the market, and a tiger in my brain. I know it’s not Halloween yet, but today’s topic inspired me to go a bit nightmare on myself. Having a brain tiger can feel like a nightmare if you don’t know [...]
About the Author
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.
