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MMM #12 It's all work until somebody buys it, then it's art

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

"It's all work until somebody buys it, then it's art." -the Jeremy irons/Alfred Stieglitz character told the Joan Allen/Georgia O'Keeffe character in the O'Keeffe biopic, Could this be true? Not so … [Read more...]

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Video: Using compliments to adjust color

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Dean Sickler, author of Keys to Color, teaches you how to use compliments to adjust color when painting or glazing a wall. Dundean Studios 13th Annual Open House Saturday September 11, … [Read more...]

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Finding Your Purpose

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Your purpose explains what you are doing with your life. Your vision explains how you are living your purpose. Your goals enable you to realize your vision. -Bob Proctor The painting and the quote … [Read more...]

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Leave a Legacy that Matters

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

"In a survey of 90-year-olds, when asked what they would have done differently, they responded, 'Risk more, reflect more and leave a legacy that matters.'" -Dr. Linda Livingstone, Dean of Pepperdine … [Read more...]

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Leaving behind a truthful footprint!

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Every artist wants to find that deep, deep connection within themselves and with their spirit. I have attempted throughout my lifetime to emulate other artists I admired. Now I am finally comfortable … [Read more...]

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Do You Have What It Takes to SOAR?

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Do YOU have what it takes to soar? Do YOU have what it takes to stand in your own truth? Do YOU have what it takes to create your art, your way regardless of the outcome? Do YOU have the courage to … [Read more...]

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A Post a Day for 3 Months…New Classes

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Okay...I agreed to do this. Why? Peer pressure...shame...insanity Well, today on FaceBook Regina Garay, of Fauxology, said she has done this for the past 3 months and she intended to do it again. So … [Read more...]

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Monday Marketing Minute #11…1000 Buts in the Room

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

But I can't... But it's too hard... But I don't have an art degree... But I don't know how to sell... But people never comment on my blog... But I never sold a thing on Etsy... ADD YOU PERSONAL BUT … [Read more...]

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The best advice for artists I ever heard!!!

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Dream Doer Extraordinaire... Sadie draws Sadie says..."Everyone is all connected...so when we're connected, it means we ALL believe in each other! I believe that you can do whatever you want, whenever … [Read more...]

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John C. Campbell Folk School $100 Discount

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Save $100 on Folk School classes As a way to say "Thank You" to our loyal students who spread the word about how much fun the Folk School is and celebrate their  85th anniversary, JCCFS is offering a … [Read more...]

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Monday Marketing Minute #10 Ethical Behavior

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

The following quote came across my desk today. It really made me pause and think about the state of business today. Do you have a code of ethics for your professional art business? "Ethical behavior … [Read more...]

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Gilded Ceiling with Modello Decorative Masking Patter

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Susan Bickford provides some process and finish shots of a ceiling stencil project.  She writes: This gilded tree on the ceiling idea goes back several years for me and actually predates Modello … [Read more...]

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Dream Doer Friday…Violette

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

Yesterday, I had the fortunate experience of interviewing Violette...who leads what she calls her Bohemian Tribe...through many adventures in art and creativity. He book, "Journal Bliss" is an amazing … [Read more...]

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Monday Marketing Minute #9…Why DO Artists Fail at Making a Living?

written by Rebecca E. Parsons

from Art & Money Why do so many artists fail in their quest to earn a living through their art? Most artists fail NOT because they lack talent but because they have not been properly trained in … [Read more...]

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DIYer. Graphic Designer. Creative. Foodie. Rebecca E. Parsons is a Renaissance gal with designers eye living happily where design meets new media. Rebecca is an award-winning graphic designer, writer, storyteller, digital and Photographic Artist, Dreamer, Lifelong Communicator and Blissful Wordsmith. Unconventional and delightfully curious, she is passionate about helping others find their visual voice through great blog design. She believes that every dream is possible and possible is everywhere!

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