Quitting Social Media Has Ups and Downs - Life after Social Media Part 2
It has been 2 years since I quit social media as an artist. In fact, quitting social media seemed to be a popular topic in the art...
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Kristen Sampson
- May 12, 2022
- 3 min
5 Tips to Overcome Creative Burnout (or Artist's Block)
It has been quite some time since I last wrote a blog post. I have felt stuck and exhausted lately. I have had larger projects sitting on...
Kristen Sampson
- Dec 9, 2021
- 5 min
1 Year After I Quit Social Media As An Artist
It was nearly one year ago that I decided to quit Instagram as an artist and as of August 2021 I deleted my Instagram account entirely....
Kristen Sampson
- Sep 11, 2021
- 2 min
Nature Sketching for Mental Health and Creativity
After quitting social media, I went through a period of time where I didn’t know what I was doing with my art and I didn’t feel very...
Kristen Sampson
- Aug 8, 2021
- 5 min
Tips For Shipping Your Artwork - Packaging & Supplies
I still remember when I made my first sale on Etsy. It was exciting but terrifying all at the same time. I think that shipping and making...
Kristen Sampson
- Mar 24, 2021
- 7 min
Why I Quit Social Media As An Artist: Leaving Instagram
Why I am Quitting Social Media in 2021, even as an Artist and business owner. I have found that you can be successful without social media.
Kristen Sampson
- Mar 11, 2021
- 2 min
New Paintings: Winter Scenes, Night Skies + Pokemon Painting
For those who have followed my work, you may know that I love to paint night skies and winter northern lights scenes. It is so much fun...
Kristen Sampson
- Feb 2, 2021
- 3 min
My First Year Running an Art Business - 2020 Recap
2020 was a whirlwind, not only with all that has happened in the world, but for me personally as my first year selling my artwork. I...
Kristen Sampson
- Jan 10, 2021
- 3 min
Where I Find Inspiration For My Art & Tips To Stay Inspired
Inspiration is often thought of as something like a lightning bolt that hits you in the middle of the night, but often I find that...
Kristen Sampson
- Dec 25, 2020
- 6 min
Oil Painting Supply List for Beginners
What you need to start oil painting, beginner and budget friendly
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