Members Interview
Making ends meet as a new artist isn’t easy, and anyone who’s tried it knows the mix of excitement and uncertainty it brings. Some months feel full of promise, others feel like you’re stretching every penny just to keep creating. That’s why having a side hustle can be such a relief, not just financially but mentally too. Teaching is one of those rare side paths that actually complements your art practice instead of competing with it. You get to share your skills, stay connected to your craft, and bring in some…
Min Park, a Brooklyn-based artist and designer, creates visual narratives that move between dreams, memory, and identity. In this conversation, she shares how her journey began, what guides her process, and the ways she continues to build connections through her art across cultures and communities.
You know that feeling when the Wi-Fi suddenly cuts out in the middle of a video call? One second everything’s smooth, the next you’re frozen mid-sentence, wondering if anyone caught your awkward face. That’s pretty much what freelancing income feels like. One month you’re flowing, the next you’re buffering, and it always seems to happen right when you need stability the most. Freelancers laugh about it all the time: the feast-and-famine cycle, the “great month followed by a ghost town” month, the panic that hits as soon as you dare to…
Have you ever hovered over the “publish” button, heart racing, palms sweating, only to slam your laptop shut instead? That awful moment where your work suddenly looks like messy scribbles instead of something worth sharing? You’re not alone. Studies say nearly 70% of creatives feel like imposters at some point, and when it comes to posting portfolios online, that number might as well be everyone. Unlike sketchbooks tucked in drawers, portfolios sit out in the open where anyone can scroll, judge, and comment. No wonder it feels terrifying. What makes it…
Is it time for your art to be seen? Apply for October 2025 Artist of the Month with the Women in Arts Network. Share your work, tell your story, and let curators, collectors, and art lovers around the world discover your talent.
Almost 85% of images shared online are reposted at least once without proper credit. Wild, right? If you’ve ever posted your painting on Instagram or uploaded an illustration to a portfolio site, chances are it’s already out there floating around without your name attached. It’s one of those moments that feels both flattering and frustrating. The internet has given artists this amazing stage where thousands can see our work with their eyes in seconds. But it’s also made everything feel slippery, like once you hit “post,” you lose a little bit…
Brazilian psychologist, psychoanalyst, and visual artist Bruna Gazzi Costa talks about weaving mental health and creation into daily life. In this interview, she shares how painting and therapy coexist in her practice, why community plays such a vital role in her process, and how she sees the future of care extending into galleries and studios.
Get a sneak peek at the latest Birds submissions, a collection where creativity takes flight. Artists across the globe explore the delicate balance of strength and vulnerability in birds, translating it into brushstrokes, lens captures, and sculpted forms. Together, these works open new windows of perspective, inspiring and captivating with every detail.
Walk into any gallery quietly and just watch for a moment. Notice how the walls don’t feel neutral at all , they hum with a kind of personality. The way pieces are hung, the rhythm of the room, even the pauses between artworks say something about what that space values. Some walls whisper restraint, others pulse with risk, and a few shout with unapologetic boldness. If you pay attention, you realize galleries are speaking long before you ever meet the curator. Now imagine sending your portfolio into that space without first…
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “Maybe I started too late,” or “Am I past my prime?” Funny thing, those thoughts are almost like background noise for artists, sneaking in when we’re deep in the studio or staring at our portfolios. But here’s the kicker: that “prime age” idea? Total myth. Creativity doesn’t come with an expiry date, it comes with curiosity, courage, and stories that only time can give you. Imagine this: every day you’ve been alive has been a tiny sketch in the story of your life. Every job,…