MURAL TIP #19 | How to find people and places to paint murals for
Getting your art recognized takes some time, but there are calculated approaches you can take in order to help the process along. Here are some ways that I like to find people or places to paint murals for:
MURAL TIP #18 | 10 Things I wish I knew Before I started Painting Murals
If you’re just starting out as a muralist, it’s definitely in your best interest to learn from those of us who have done a lot of trial and error throughout our painting careers. Below are ten things that will guarantee you have a better time if you’re just starting out with mural painting:
MURAL TIP #17 | Mastering the Art of Negotiation during Mural & Art Projects
If there is one thing that you should learn to do as an entrepreneur, it is the art of negotiation. As a freelancer working in the creative industry, I’ve had to negotiate almost every deal I’ve entered. If I hadn’t learned to ask for my worth, I would probably still be doing work for next to nothing.
MURAL TIP #16 | Debunking myths about Mural Painting
These days, murals are painted here, there, and everywhere by artists of every kind. So, if you’re unsure if painting murals is for you, here are some common myths about mural painting that are not necessarily true:
MURAL TIP #15 | Basic preparation before painting a wall
Being prepared for your upcoming mural will make your time painting a million times easier. So, if you’re planning on painting a wall, there are several preparation steps that you should follow to ensure a smooth and successful project:
MURAL TIP #14 | Keeping your Paintbrushes like New
One of the issues you may encounter in mural painting is when your brush or rollers dry out during and after painting. And of course, when your paint brushes dry out, your glide will not be as smooth as before. Trust me, you don’t want to keep purchasing new paintbrushes every time you have an upcoming project.
8 Ways to Sell Your Art
There are so many ways to make money from your art, though like with everything, you have to focus and put time into the ones that make sense for you. Here are eight ways to monetize your art. 1. Sell the art you have setting around…
Make More Money as an Artist - Here's How:
The path to making a living as an artist can be challenging and requires more than just creating beautiful pieces of work. In this blog, we'll explore various strategies for monetizing your art and maximizing your earning potential.
MURAL TIP #13 | List of Materials You Need to Paint a Mural
It can be overwhelming to know where to start when figuring out everything you need to paint a mural. After painting so many of them, I love to keep all of my materials organized in one big tub, and would highly recommend you organize everything in a way that works for you! Here's a list of the basic materials needed to paint a mural.
MURAL TIP #12 | Paintbrushes to use for Acrylic Murals
As you start painting murals, you’ll begin accumulating a variety of brushes. If you’re just beginning, don’t worry about specific brushes so much, it’s not too big of deal. You’ll learn what you like as you go and it’ll become easier to choose your brushes.
Best Things to do in Jackson Hole, Grand Tetons, and Yellowstone
Living in Jackson Hole, I get request after request from people I know that are traveling here to see the Tetons and Yellowstone National Park. Here are my favorite things to do in the summer
MURAL TIP #11 | How to Price a Mural
I know that pricing anything can be the most daunting part of art (or any type of freelance work) but it doesn’t have to be super complicated. Step 1: Location. Understanding your location is important. Depending on where you live…
MURAL TIP #10 | Ideas for Easy & Fun Wall Murals
Creating exciting murals doesn’t have to be a super detailed process, often more simplified murals are more eye-catching. This is great news for beginner muralists (actually all muralists) because they are a simple way to get a lot of practice without putting a ton of effort into designing. Try out one of these…
2023 Winter Gift Guide for Skiers & Snowboarders
There are a few things that are must-haves for skiers and snowboarders and those are: a cute outfit, a pair of rad skis or a sick board, and fun accessories. We won’t get super technical because let’s be honest, gear can go on and on and onnnn. So these are the most awesome items that will make your ski days the best they can be.
How to Paint Your Ski Helmet
Ski season is upon us and for me, that means it’s time to start thinking about ski gear, and outfits in particular:) The coolest way to look unique this season = a custom painting helmet!
10 Must-Have Gifts from Outdoorsy Artists for the Holidays
I came up with a list of some products artists have made that are * MUST HAVES * for 2021. Below are the most fun products to gift for Christmas 2021 that you can use in the snow this winter - inside or outside:)
Best Jackson Hole Hikes in the Summer
As a Visitor - or even a local - in Jackson Hole, it can be tough to decide where to hike. But also, the abundance of trails, lakes, mountains, and rivers means you can’t really go wrong! It also means it’s easy to get lost - but maybe that’s just me, haha.
MURAL TIP #9 | How to get Your First Mural Project
Sometimes the art world can be so sneaky, like hearing, “hard work and hustle will get you anything!” Okay sure, but I don’t just want to give you a bunch of generic tips and tricks that you should try. I’m going to tell you the exact methods I used to get my first big mural job.
MURAL TIP #8 | Should You Paint a Mural for FREE?
One question I hear a lot from artists that are just starting to get into muraling is if they should paint for free to get some experience. Great question in a time when artists are wanting to prove their worth.
MURAL TIP #7 | How to Create a Removable Mural
Lately, my clients have been requesting removable murals. Surprisingly, there are a number of options! Since people move a lot more these days than they used to, painting “removable murals” are a great option.