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Creating Memorable Hotel Experiences using Art

Today, we're diving into the exciting world where creativity meets comfort: the relationship between art and hospitality. As an artist passionate about bringing life to hotel spaces, I want to share why art isn't just a pretty picture on the wall—it's a game-changer that elevates guest experiences and adds a touch of magic to every stay.

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MURAL TIP #22 | How to Fix Common Mural Mishaps

In mural painting, no matter how meticulously you planned for the design, no matter the effort you put into the painting process, sometimes things just don’t go your way. Even as a professional mural artist, a few errors are quite inevitable. Cue in: rain, paint that doesn’t agree with the wall, big spills, etc!

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Simple Guide: Licensing your Artwork

Licensing art feels like the hottest topic of the art world these days (or am I just really deep in it?) If you’re super excited about starting your art licensing journey, I’m going through the steps you need to take in order to begin licensing your work! Let’s get started…

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Where to Sell Your Digital Illustrations + How to Promote Them

Sure it’s fun to make cool art and show it to people…but you know what’s cooler yet? When people buy your art cuz they’re obsessed! Seriously, it’s the best feeling. So, grab that iPad, draw some digital illustrations, and listen up, I’m about to tell you exactly where you should sell your art!

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Floral Watercolor Tutorial

A few years back I used to do Design + Wine workshops around the USA and I think now is a good time to bring them back, but online, with these Haley + Home Tutorials!

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MURAL TIP #18 | 10 Things I wish I knew Before I started Painting Murals

If you’re just starting out as a muralist, it’s definitely in your best interest to learn from those of us who have done a lot of trial and error throughout our painting careers. Below are ten things that will guarantee you have a better time if you’re just starting out with mural painting:

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MURAL TIP #16 | Debunking myths about Mural Painting

These days, murals are painted here, there, and everywhere by artists of every kind. So, if you’re unsure if painting murals is for you, here are some common myths about mural painting that are not necessarily true:

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MURAL TIP #15 | Basic preparation before painting a wall

Being prepared for your upcoming mural will make your time painting a million times easier. So, if you’re planning on painting a wall, there are several preparation steps that you should follow to ensure a smooth and successful project:

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MURAL TIP #14 | Keeping your Paintbrushes like New

One of the issues you may encounter in mural painting is when your brush or rollers dry out during and after painting.  And of course, when your paint brushes dry out, your glide will not be as smooth as before. Trust me, you don’t want to keep purchasing new paintbrushes every time you have an upcoming project.

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8 Ways to Sell Your Art

There are so many ways to make money from your art, though like with everything, you have to focus and put time into the ones that make sense for you. Here are eight ways to monetize your art. 1. Sell the art you have setting around…

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Make More Money as an Artist - Here's How:

The path to making a living as an artist can be challenging and requires more than just creating beautiful pieces of work. In this blog, we'll explore various strategies for monetizing your art and maximizing your earning potential.

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MURAL TIP #13 | List of Materials You Need to Paint a Mural

It can be overwhelming to know where to start when figuring out everything you need to paint a mural. After painting so many of them, I love to keep all of my materials organized in one big tub, and would highly recommend you organize everything in a way that works for you! Here's a list of the basic materials needed to paint a mural.

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