For the pastel painting “Mockingbird and Cypress Myrtle” I was fortunate enough to find the perfect reference photo in my friend Gary Soodak's personal collection of photography. I was able to create an endearing portrait of a mockingbird by using the Rule of Thirds and the Rule of Space to add depth, control eye flow, and impart a sense of wonder.
Took a punch in the ego? Dealing with feedback can be easier with a good strategy. The first step is having a defined creative process that allows for client input. The second involves strong communication skills and a positive mind set.
New Year's Resolutions only last the first week of January for most artists. In fact, only 8% of resolutions are actually kept. Psychologist Paul Marciano says the key to keeping your resolutions involves creating an attainable goal, executing a thought-out strategy, and measuring progress along the way. I've compiled a list of realistic art resolutions they will help you paint your mark in 2018.
Can comics be considered a plausible marketing medium? Yes, they can. Comics combine literature and visual art to make something more than what either of them are alone and this offers a unique opportunity to convey a message that might otherwise be lost in the crowd. I've had a couple opportunities to work as a cartoonist on marketing collateral and I thought I'd share the process with you. Vicky Goggin, a realtor based in Texas, approached me about designing a unique series of postcards to send to her target zip code. She wanted something radically different than the other realtors...
Sand sculptures are a powerful fine art and marketing medium that can evoke fond memories and leverage these associations to the commissioner's benefit. With the popularity of sand sculptures, I find it surprising that they are not more frequently used in marketing. Whether a company event, award ceremony, or convention, a sand sculpture demonstration is something attendees are sure to remember.
