Finding details on what equipment, software and hardware artists use to successfully run an online art business seems to be a highly protected trade secret. I'm hoping to change that in this article, giving you insight into what I use day-to-day in my art business. My...
Selling artwork to earn passive income in the form of digital products or resources is a growing attraction for many designers and artists. It’s not a new concept though. Royalty free image libraries for example, have been going for decades. But things have changed...
Even though a career in surface pattern design is more common these days, there's still a lack of info and advice on how to actually be successful as a surface designer. Which is why I'm delighted we got the chance to pick the brain of Elizabeth Silver. With many...
In this second Coffee and Cake Session, I chat about how to make the most out of the early stages of selling artwork online. All those long hours can often feel futile, all the effort you're pouring into promoting and creating seems fruitless with little to no sales....
As hosts of the Honest Designers Show, we're often asked how we successfully make a living from selling digital products. The challenges and questions we hear from listeners vary slightly but ultimately it all boils down to one burning question, "How to sell digital...
I love sharing my story on becoming a full-time illustrator in the hopes it will inspire someone else to take the leap! I had the privilege of being invited onto Diane Gibbs podcast called Design Recharge. It's a weekly web show and podcast devoted to inspiring,...
We're extremely excited to have recently hosted a very special guest on the Honest Designers Show, Mr. Aaron Draplin! Aaron is arguably one of the most respected designers in the industry, and a bit of a personal hero for all four of us who host the show. I haven't...
Creating art for a living is a true privilege and extremely fulfilling. But the act of creating requires some level of vulnerability which could be cause for huge anxiety. Putting yourself out there for the world to see, and judge, can be daunting and scary. Sometimes...
So often as designers, we get totally wrapped up in our design that we forget all about the end user and how they'll be interacting with our work. Some designers even make the mistake of designing with their peers in mind instead of their clients! They seem to care...
If you're a freelance designer, you'll know all to well that income can be erratic! Some months are great, others not so great. But these days it's pretty easy to add an extra stream of revenue as a buffer against those uncertain months. And if you're full time...
