Can You Really DIY Your Own Brand Photo Shoot?

Can a DIY photoshoot really work for your creative brand? Maybe… Read on to learn why and how I’ve been doing it successfully since 2020.

Chris VMay 6, 2023Comment

Why On Earth Would I Build a Watercolor Membership?

Why start a membership for what you teach? A steady income and having a more intimate way of sharing what you know is only the tip of the iceberg.

Chris VApril 27, 2023Comment

The Art of Art Giveaways

If anyone had told me that I'd be running giveaways in my creative business I would not have believed them. However, giveaways have forever changed the way I look at online teaching.

Chris VApril 21, 2023Comment

Watercolor Mood Boards- Tool or Art Form?

Mood boards are a genius way to organize your thoughts, convey ideas, and tell visual stories. When you make one with watercolors, though, the fun factor goes up by a lot!

Chris VApril 7, 2023Comment

Are Art Challenges Worth Participating In?

Are Art Challenges Worth Participating In? Let me share my honest opinion with you.

Chris VMarch 8, 2023Comment

Using Your Art to Design Patterns

Are you dreaming about using your art for patterns on fabrics and products? I did too, and it all started with some art and a dream.

Chris VFebruary 8, 2023Comment

Understanding Color Out in the World

I find that trends are just stories about what’s going on in the world at any given time. You can look through history and see trends. What’s going on now?

Chris VFebruary 2, 2023Comment

Should You be Choosing Word of the Year?

A few years ago, I didn't even really know what a “word of the year” was., and now I can't seem to live without one. What changed?

Chris VJanuary 26, 2023Comment

What’s an Art Planner and why should I use one?

How using a planner and journaling changed the entire trajectory of my creative life.

Chris VJanuary 17, 2023Comment

2023 Pantone Color of the Year in Watercolors

The Pantone Color of the Year has been announced as Viva Magenta, and I’m diving into it with thoughts for our future and a watercolor mixing tutorial.

Chris VJanuary 11, 2023Comment

What I Wished I Did Differently in 2022

I feel so much hope as 2023 begins. Another year and another opportunity to start fresh. I really love to do a recap, and look at what didn’t work, before I set my goals for new year.

Chris VJanuary 4, 2023Comment

Is Creating Artwork in Collections Important?

How important is it to create in the form of collections? Well, that might look different for each artist, but for many it has taken them next level and gotten them noticed.

Chris VOctober 29, 2022