Howdy, fellow artist! Today, I want to share a little bit of a secret with you. And it's called... well, how to add "value" to your paintings. And, just so we're clear—I'm talking about value as an element of art, not as in how to make your paintings more "valuable". Now, of course, if you're …
Author: Kari Lynn M
Hey there! I'm Kari, a self-published author/independent artist/amateur cake decorator/freelance writer and creator with a dream. The dream of sharing stories with as many people I can possibly reach... and having an abundant supply of white chocolate truffles.
And that's pretty much me!
For Artists: How to Make a Business Plan (with FREE Printable)
Ready to jump-start your business as an artist? Because, here, we've got an awesome, 10+ page business plan template made for creative people just like you! Download the Business Plan Now Each page is interactive, and you can either write on the pages digitally (more help on that below), or you can print them and …
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Let’s Go Vintage Book Shopping with Barnes & Noble! [Video]
Hello, fellow readers and literary enthusiasts! Ready to take a tour of retro Barnes & Noble? Because, yep, we're totally going there. And this is so exciting! So, for those of you who may not know, you can actually "tour" just about any old website with a thing called the Wayback Machine, which is managed …
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Advice for Authors & Tips for Readers | Q&A with an Indie Author [Video!]
Hello there, fellow authors and readers from all across the globe... and, perhaps, beyond! If you're new here, allow me to introduce myself. I'm Kari Lynn M., an independent author (and artist), and I recently sat down for a 10 question interview... with myself. Because, actually, no big-time journalist requested to interview me or anything—I …
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Artist Explains How Taylor Swift Is Painted [Video!]
Now, yes, we all know who the great T Swift is... but, do you know how her portrait is painted? Because, get ready, you're about to learn exactly how her face is "made" in paints. And, whether you're an artist yourself or not, there's a lot we can learn from the beautiful Miss Swift in …
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What Are “Still Life” Paintings: A Guide for Beginners
Hey there, fellow painter! Ready to learn what "still life" paintings are and how to actually go about making one of your own? Because that's what this article is all about today–plus, we'll be sharing a lot of tips when it comes to making fruits in still life paintings. Because, yep, fruits are the heart, …
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How to Paint Realistic Fruits & Still-Life Pictures
Welcome, fellow painter... Ready to learn how to make beautiful, realistic-looking fruits with just a couple paintbrush strokes? Because, really, painting fruits is a key skill for all artists to learn. And it's actually a lot easier that it looks—all it takes is some attention to detail, plus a bit of practice. And, no, "talent" …
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5 Ways to Fit More Reading into Your Busy Schedule
Hey, fellow reader, do you struggle to fit reading into your daily schedule? Or do you love reading but just can't seem to reach your monthly or yearly reading goals? Don't worry—I got you. Whether you prefer reading hard copy books, eBooks, audiobooks, or a mixture of all three types, there are plenty of ways …
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How to Master Flowers with Acrylic Paint
Ready to take your acrylic flowers to the next level? Because, whether you're a beginner painter still having trouble with making any flowers on your canvases or you're an experienced artist wanting to make your flowers more photo-realistic... well, I've got tips for you! After all, painting flowers is a key skill that we should …
Line, Shape & Form: 3 Key Elements to Your Paintings
Hey there once again, fellow artists, and welcome to a quick-fire lesson in just a few of the elements of art—which, if you didn't know, are just some of the key components that we should try to add to our paintings to make them speak to us visually. Now, there are actually 7 total elements …
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