I have talked to so many artists over the years who say that they would love to design a calendar, but they just don’t have the time. My response is that you actually already have calendar art on your iPad, you just need to put it in a calendar template!
Building a creative business from scratch can feel overwhelming—but the truth is, you don’t need magic, luck, or even endless talent to get started. In this video, I share exactly how I went from $0 to $10k as a surface designer and letterer, and how you can do it too—with
Lately I’ve been getting a lot of questions surrounding print-on-demand (POD) and how it’s changed over the years. Are all POD platforms (like Spoonflower, Society6, etc.) saturated now? Is it too late to get started on POD? And is AI just totally ruining POD for artists? It’s no secret that
Designing for adult coloring books isn’t about creating complex illustrations — it’s about making space for creativity and play. In this tutorial, we’ll explore how real colorers use your artwork to express themselves through shading, blending, burnishing, and more. You’ll learn how to design pages that welcome a wide range
I’m so excited to share a behind-the-scenes peek at my collaboration with Bloom and Wild, the UK’s Most Loved Online Florist! I’ve been doing custom art projects for over a decade, so I’ve learned a lot about how to run custom jobs (and what to avoid to prevent burnout and regret!).
Designing a calendar might sound like a huge time commitment, but with a focused plan and the right niche, it can become one of the most profitable and repeatable projects in your creative business. In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how I’ve sold over 1,400 calendars on Etsy, the
If you want to learn how to design adult coloring books, you have to know what materials your buyers will use when they color inside your book. Understanding the materials helps you make better choices about your design and the spaces that you create for your customers to fill! In
If you have ever dreamed of holding your own artist-designed coloring book in your hands, and seeing colorers around the world color inside your designs, this is for you! Coloring books are trending more than ever as people seek non-digital, anti-anxiety activities that let them express their creativity. YOU can
Creating a calendar page isn’t just about making something pretty—it’s about designing with intention. In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through my entire process, from sketch to final color, using the same method I used to design my best-selling calendar. Whether you’re creating one page or prepping a full 12-month
I keep hearing from artists that they think it’s great that I can sell my calendars around the world, but they don’t think it’s possible for them. I hear you! It is easy to look at someone with a big audience and assume that you can’t have the same results.
So many artists and designers have asked me the question: “What time of year should I design a calendar?” The answer is a bit more complex than a simple date. It depends on the kind of calendar you want to make, how quickly you work, and where you’re going to
My new Art Nouveau Coloring Book is live and ready for colorers around the world to explore with their favorite materials and coloring style! In this post you’ll learn more about the book and hopefully get inspired to make your own or add your personal style to these pages with