Some weird little tricks you might want to try as an artist 👀🎨 🖋️ Dip pen tip: Lightly burn the nib with a lighter before using—it draws much smoother! (Don’t overdo it, or you’ll damage the pen😭) 🎨 Cheap kids’ watercolor = body paint? Yup. It’s usually non-toxic and works surprisingly well for fake tattoos […]
Got rejected, but have no idea why? Do not worry, here are some reasons why this may have happened. 🔸Incorrect submissionsMissing or wrong information in your Artist Alley application can lead to rejection. Be sure to fill out forms correctly by providing working portfolio links, accurate artist name, and contact information. 🔸Participation in the last
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Whether you are new to printing or a pro, you may still wonder what certain terms mean and which choices to make. Today, we will take a look at the most common printing terms and titles. ✨Kiss Cut – a process where a blade cuts only through the top layer of material, leaving the paper
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Choosing the right art program can be tricky! Here’s a breakdown of popular digital art apps, their pros & cons, pricing, and how well they handle large files. ✨ PHOTOSHOP 💰 Subscription only📱 PC & some mobile functionality🎨 RGB & CMYK ✔ Powerful tools for photo editing & drawing (with add-ons), great filters, effects, and
We’re officially launching our masterclass category, giving you the chance to showcase your passion and skills in creative fields. Inspire others to discover their talents and explore new hobbies! As a creator, you’ll have an opportunity to make a post in a collaboration with our team. Whether it’s an art form people haven’t heard of
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Are you applying for the Artist Alley, but unsure how to present your work properly? The Solanum team is here to help you with your portfolio! 🔸Where should it be? There are so many different websites that can showcase your portfolio perfectly; just find and use what suits you the best! You can also provide
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When taking commissions artists safety is the most important part, when it gets to receiving a payment.That’s why we’ve collected the things you should keep in mind while taking commissions.Here are the most basic measures that help prevent being deceived! ✦Take prepayment. when taking commissions online it’s the safest way to be sure that person
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Almost all artists use paper to create and draw. Even if only drawing digitally, you will still need paper to print your creations. But how to choose the right paper for printing? I n general there are two types of printing paper: coated and uncoated. Coated paper means that after manufacturing the sheets they were
Stickers are probably every Artist alley attendees first merch type. They are easy to print, sell and draw. But even if it’s a starter item it can have different varieties so let’s talk about sticker types. In the past the most popular sticker material was paper. Paper stickers are exceedingly cheap to print, they also
Technology, especially artificial intelligence, advances with each passing day, and helps simplify tasks that might otherwise be hard to do. AI can be a helpful tool for artists, but it can also do harm to them. 🔸Many have concerns regarding AI and what it can do. Fear that AI will one day take over and
