The Case of the Artist Blues Every creative person can agree that when inspiration and ideas runs dry, quite frankly… it sucks. While you may have heard about writer’s block, artist’s experience this as well! Pablo Picasso had a case of artist’s block in 1935 after divorcing his first wife, Olga. He refused to...
Today is National Coloring Book Day! Did you know that there are coloring books available for adults? Today we celebrate coloring books for all ages, and encourage you to give adult coloring books a try! Stressed out? Looking for something creative to do when you can’t think of anything to draw, paint, or...
While taking notes in class or in a business meeting, most people (especially creative ones) find themselves doodling in the margins of their notebooks or even on a stray napkin. However, this isn’t just a mindless, pointless activity. In the Journal of Applied Cognitive Psychology, a study has found that doodling can improve a...
So you want to be an artist. Self-employed has become a regular thing nowadays: 15.0 million people, or 10.1 percent of total U.S. employment, are self-employed. It’s not new to find artists working for themselves and selling their own art. But it takes a lot of hard work and time to become successful and...
That flash of inspiration, mind racing with thoughts as you let your imagination roam free in ways you never thought were possible. These are the moments that make us the most happiest. I know that when I am stressed or down, doing something creative changes my mood drastically. However, I never knew just how...
Let’s Stomp the Street Art Stigmas Art comes in a variety of different forms. But when it comes to street art, many have a hard time drawing the line between “art” or just plain vandalism. Beginning in the early ‘80s, street art emerged in New York City. As names like Banksy and Basquiat hit...
Why Should You Support your Local Businesses? Where we live, local businesses are essential for keeping our community unique and connected. Small businesses not only provide a community character and economical advantages but they also strengthen relationships between neighbors, residents, other small business owners, community leaders and even local schools. However, as big...
Recently, the school curriculum in the United States has changed dramatically, shifting focus towards the common core subjects like reading and math... but what about the arts? Not only does learning about art shape young teens into creative and open-minded people, this is a great first step in finding what they are truly passionate...
