Posts in Artist Resources
Easy Watercolor Flower Tutorial

In this easy watercolor flower tutorial, I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process for painting a watercolor flower. Florals are an evergreen trend, meaning they never go out of style! Whether you want to sell your art online or simply want to share your art with family and friends, learning how to paint watercolor flowers is key. Read on to learn how to paint a watercolor flower with layered petals!

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How to Make a Seamless Pattern in Photoshop with Pattern Preview

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a seamless or repeat pattern in Photoshop using the pattern preview tool. The pattern preview tool has been an absolute game changer in how I make patterns in Photoshop, so I’m so excited to share it with you!

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How to Open Downloaded Assets in Procreate

If you’ve ever downloaded Procreate brushes or color palettes, getting them from your downloads into the Procreate app can be a little confusing. If you’re wondering how to open assets like brushes or swatches in Procreate, I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step. It’s pretty simple once you get the hang of it! 

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The Benefits of Working with a Limited Color Palette

Color theory can be an intimidating part of the art-making process for both new and seasoned artists, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve found that working with a limited color palette has been a fantastic way to simplify color and make my artwork look more sophisticated and modern. In this post, I’ll share what a limited color palette is, the benefits of working with a limited palette, and how you can create your own limited color palette for your next illustration.

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How to Adjust Canvas Size in Procreate for Maximum Layer Flexibility

Creating high-resolution pieces can be a little tricky in Procreate since the larger your canvas size is, the fewer layers you get. I’ve come up with a few tricks in my Procreate workflow to help with this. Instead of starting out with a large canvas and limited layers, I start my initial sketch on a smaller canvas so I can have the flexibility of multiple layers. Here’s a peek into my process for working with different canvas sizes in Procreate!

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How to Sketch Animals from a Reference Photo

In this tutorial, I’ll be sharing how I sketch animals from a reference photo. I like to simplify complex animal motifs so that they are still recognizable as the animal, but have a more artistic look that is in line with my modern style. This tutorial is for all levels, whether you’re a beginner who is just learning how to draw or an advanced artist looking to hone your animal illustration skills!

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How to Paint a Watercolor Succulent

In this watercolor tutorial, you’ll learn how to paint a watercolor succulent. Succulents are popular sellers and they are a fabulous motif to start with as a watercolor beginner. This tutorial is for all levels, so whether you’re a hobby artist just starting with watercolor, or a seasoned artist looking to learn a new skill, you’ll get something out of this watercolor tutorial!

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How to Take a Time-Lapse Video of Your Art Process

I absolutely love watching time-lapse art videos. I love seeing a blank page transformed into a beautiful work of art in just a few seconds! And I’m not alone in my love for this type of content. From a business perspective, it’s one of the most popular ways to share your artwork online simply because it’s so captivating. Time-lapse videos on social media tend to get a ton of engagement and can help you reach new audiences with your art.

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How to Create Repeat Pattern Collections

In this tutorial, I’m sharing my best tips for setting up and optimizing your social media as an artist or creative entrepreneur. Social media is always changing, but these core principles will set you up for success despite algorithm changes and new features. I have grown my audience organically over the years, and I attribute it partly to these principles that I’ll share with you in this post.

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How to Optimize Your Social Media Profiles as a Creative

In this tutorial, I’m sharing my best tips for setting up and optimizing your social media as an artist or creative entrepreneur. Social media is always changing, but these core principles will set you up for success despite algorithm changes and new features. I have grown my audience organically over the years, and I attribute it partly to these principles that I’ll share with you in this post.

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How to Decide What to Draw

Have you ever stared at a blank canvas and wondered, “What the heck should I draw?!” I know I have! At some point, all artists have sat in front of a blank page wondering what motif they should fill it with. In this blog post, I’ll share my tried and true tips for deciding what to draw when you’re feeling a creative block. If you’re looking for drawing ideas, read on and I’ll do my best to help you get un-stuck!

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Digitizing Artwork: How to Fuse Two Scans Together in Photoshop

In this tutorial, I’m going to share my process for fusing two scans together when you’re digitizing your artwork. I’ve come up with a system that allows me to easily fuse the two scans into one seamless image in Photoshop. If you’ve ever wondered how to do this, follow along as I go through my process step-by-step.

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Six Procreate Drawing Ideas

One of the concerns that I hear a lot from Procreate beginners is that they don’t know what to draw in Procreate. The Procreate iPad app is such a fabulous tool, but it can feel a little overwhelming to know where to start. If you’re looking for Procreate drawing ideas, you’ve come to the right place! In this post, I’ll share six different drawing ideas that you can come back to again and again any time you’re feeling stuck wondering what to draw in Procreate.

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How to Draw Textured Citrus Fruit in Procreate

Drawing on your iPad with Procreate is such a fun way to create art, but if you’re new to the medium it can feel a little daunting. If you’re a Procreate beginner this blog series will walk you through some different Procreate drawing ideas so you can get comfortable with the app! In this step-by-step Procreate tutorial, you’ll learn how to draw textured citrus fruit in Procreate!

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How to Find Your Art Style

One of the things that can be a challenge as an artist is learning how to find your artistic style. Finding your style or voice as an artist is key if you plan to sell your artwork online or turn your art into your full-time job. It’s also your way of sharing what resonates with you as an artist and gives you the opportunity to stand out from the crowd. The world needs your unique voice, so in this blog post, we’ll explore ways to find your artistic style.

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How to Digitize Your Signature

In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to learn how to digitize your signature in Photoshop. If you plan to sell your artwork online or license it on products, I always recommend making sure that your signature is included somewhere in your artwork. Learn how in this Photoshop tutorial!

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How to Upload Your Designs to Print on Demand Sites - Society6, Redbubble, and Spoonflower

In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through my upload process for print on demand sites. My top print on demand sellers are Society6, Redbubble, and Spoonflower, so in this tutorial, I’ll walk through how you can upload your designs to those sites.

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How to Create Assets for a Seamless Pattern

In this tutorial, I will walk you through the foundation for creating any seamless pattern - drawing the assets or the elements that make up the pattern. This might seem like a simple part of the process, but there are a few best practices you can follow to make sure that your seamless pattern looks professional. Whether you're an established surface designer or a beginner to the whole process these quick tips will help you take your repeat patterns to the next level.

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