Whether you’re applying to an art school, submitting work for a gallery show, or simply wanting to present your art in a professional and cohesive way, building your first portfolio can be an exciting (and slightly intimidating) step. But here’s the truth: your portfolio isn’t just a collection of your best work—it’s a story. It’sContinue reading “A Guide to Building Your First Art Portfolio: Show the World Who You Are”
Tag Archives: Mixed Media
The Healing Power of Art: 12 Transformative Ways Creativity Supports Your Mind, Body, and Spirit
In every brushstroke, scribble, sculpture, or melody, there exists a language beyond words—a quiet, intimate language that speaks directly to the soul. For centuries, art has served as a vessel for healing, restoration, and transformation. It transcends barriers of age, ability, and background. It is not reserved for the trained or the talented—it belongs toContinue reading “The Healing Power of Art: 12 Transformative Ways Creativity Supports Your Mind, Body, and Spirit”
Calling all Artists
Calling All Artists: A New Gallery Space in Canton, Ohio is Taking Shape—And We Want You In It Are you an artist dreaming of more visibility, more sales, and a supportive community—but don’t have your own studio or gallery space? If so, I’m writing this for you. We’re in the early planning stages of establishingContinue reading “Calling all Artists”
Mixed Media Techniques
Mixed media art involves the combination of different artistic materials and mediums into one artwork. Instead of sticking to just acrylic paint or just charcoal, artists blend several mediums—often across categories like painting, drawing, collage, and sculpture—to create dynamic, textured, and multi-dimensional works. This approach allows for a unique depth of expression, making each pieceContinue reading “Mixed Media Techniques”