Tag: building an artist portfolio

Okay, real talk. You’ve been painting, sketching, or just messing around with colors for fun, and now you’re thinking… could this actually be more than a hobby? The short answer: yes. The long answer: yes, but it’s messy, confusing, and sometimes totally overwhelming. It’s not about luck, or waiting for “the right moment,” it’s about deciding you’re done playing small and actually putting yourself out there. Here’s the thing, turning your art into a career doesn’t automatically feel glamorous. There are no silver trophies handed out just because you finally post…

How many times have you been told, “You need a website to look professional”? Probably more times than you can count. And sure, that advice made sense ten years ago when having a website was the only way to show up online. But let’s pause for a second. Do you really need to spend endless hours (and dollars) trying to make your site look perfect when there are artist-focused platforms already doing the heavy lifting for you? Think about it. A website is like owning a house. Sounds glamorous, right? But…

Let’s Talk About Your Story (It’s Way More Interesting Than You Think) Your portfolio isn’t just a place to stash your best work, it’s a personal archive of your growth, your heartbreaks, and your creative breakthroughs. It’s where you get to say, “Here’s how I became who I am as an artist.” And people want that. They don’t just want to see your paintings or sculptures, they want to feel your evolution through them. Don’t worry about sounding polished. Instead, tap into the moments that made you fall in love with…