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Creative Brief Tip Use Briefs to Develop your Skill and find your Style

Creative Brief Tip Use Briefs to Develop your Skill and find your Style

Creative Brief Tip

Creative Brief Tip – Use Monthly Briefs to Develop your Skill and find your Style

Finding your unique artistic style is a journey filled with excitement, self-discovery, and sometimes, a touch of frustration. You might be passionate about art, but without direction, it’s easy to feel lost in a sea of creativity.

That’s where monthly themes and prompts in your Monthly Portfolio Building Creative Briefs come to the rescue. By committing to creating new art each month, you’ll be amazed at how rapidly your skills and style develop just by showing up and doing the work.

Monthly Themes Unleash Creativity: Each new theme is like a fresh canvas, inviting you to explore your artistic imagination. These briefs challenge you to think beyond your comfort zone and experiment with different techniques, subjects, and mediums.

Prompts Spark Inspiration: Creative briefs are like creative sparks that ignite your imagination. They give you a starting point, allowing your mind to wander and discover unique pathways. Whether it’s a word, a phrase, or a concept, prompts provide a structured but flexible framework for your art.

Consistency is Key: The key to growth in any field is consistency. By committing to creating art each month, you establish a habit of making time for your passion. This routine not only helps you develop your skills but also pushes you to evolve your style. You’ll see how small, regular efforts can lead to significant progress.

Visual Evolution: Over time, as you engage with various themes and prompts, you’ll start noticing a shift in your art. You’ll develop a unique voice, a style that reflects your personality, emotions, and experiences. This transformation happens gradually, but it’s undeniable. Monthly Creative Briefs push you to explore, create, and evolve.

The commitment to producing art regularly will lead to remarkable progress in your skills and the development of a unique style that’s unmistakably yours.

So, grab your brief, dive into the monthly theme, and watch your artistic style develop!

Talk soon!
Fleur & Ryann
Studio Chat – The Power of Batch Working

Studio Chat – The Power of Batch Working

Studio Chat: The Power of

Batch Working

Hey there, Artists!  In our latest Studio Chat we dive into all the details of batch working.  Batch Working is a  game-changer that has truly transformed the way we approach daily tasks with incredible results!

As creatives and entrepreneurs we often have our heads in so many different places. We’re trying to responds to emails, fix our website, keep our socials up to date, oh, and create!

Can I ask you a quick question, just to make sure you’re in the right place? How many tabs do you have open on your computer right now? Most of us will have at least five! So how can we get through all these tasks and stay on track?

By tackling one thing at a time. We cannot overstate the importance of this work practice and if you give this a try, we promise the results will be amazing!

Our favourite benefit of Batch Working though, is the concept of buying back time. By adopting batch working and scheduling, you will find yourself feeling lighter, as if a weight has been lifted off your shoulders, and you will be more in control of your time.

To those who haven’t embraced batch working yet, we urge you to give it a try. The efficiency and mental clarity it brings are truly remarkable. If you want to hear all the details of how to get started, plus tips on task scheduling and daily planning, then head on over to our Free Studio Chats Video Library and dive on in!

If you would love to dive into this topic more then get FREE ACCESS TO OUR STUDIO CHAT LIBRARY  HERE

There is an entire video library of chats and it’s totally FREE!

In the library we cover topics including:

– Finding Success with Art Challenges

– Raising Your Prices

– Industry Myth Busting and lots more

 

Creative Brief Tip Think like a Buyer

Creative Brief Tip Think like a Buyer

Creative Brief Tip

Creative Brief Tip – Think like a Buyer

As a creative professional, you may often find yourself in a whirlwind of ideas, trying to create eye-catching designs and captivating content. One way to create the designs that capture art directors’ approval is to “think like a buyer.” This approach involves diving deep into creative briefs, deciphering what art directors are looking for, and drawing inspiration from real-life market trends.

 

 

Creative briefs are act as your compass, providing invaluable insights into current market trends and directions. They’re a treasure trove of information. By utilizing your creative brief, you can align your creative work with the expectations of art directors.

 

 

What makes creative briefs even more powerful is their connection to current market trends. Our briefs include examples of real-life products that exemplify the month’s theme. By analyzing these examples and paying attention to what’s working in the market, you gain a competitive advantage – you get a glimpse of what’s resonating with consumers right now.

 

 

To think like a buyer, start by dissecting the creative brief. Dive into the market examples provided. What elements make these products and designs successful? Is it a certain color palette, a storytelling technique, or a unique visual style?

 

 

Now, apply these insights to your creative brief. By infusing your work with the magic of current market trends, you increase the likelihood of capturing the attention of art directors.

 

 

In the ever-evolving landscape of creative content, thinking like a buyer and embracing the guidance provided by our Portfolio Building Monthly Design Briefs can set you on a path to creating content that stands and is exactly what art directors are looking for.

Talk soon!
Fleur & Ryann
Studio Tips How do I use Social Media to Help me Promote my Work?

Studio Tips How do I use Social Media to Help me Promote my Work?

Q: How can I use social media to help me promote my work?

How effectively are you using social media to promote your art? Are you leveraging the power of hashtags, engaging with your audience, and showcasing your work in a way that truly reflects your creative identity? Mastering social media is not just about posting regularly—it’s about making meaningful connections and using strategic approaches to ensure your artwork gets the visibility it deserves.
1. Create and share content: Create content that is interesting, relevant, and engaging to your target audience.
2. Use hashtags: Hashtags can help your content reach a wider audience. Use relevant hashtags to make your content easier to find.
3. Engage with your audience: Respond to comments, engage in conversations, and ask relevant questions to build relationships with your audience. Don’t neglect the community who is already engaging with you and your content!
4. Join communities: Find and participate in relevant online communities to build relationships. We naturally like to share, and promote our friends. Find your friends by being a friend.
4. Utilize your community: Liking, commenting, sharing others work that you love, or sharing your friends work can be a great way for them to not only notice you but want to reciprocate the love.
6. Share your work: Use social media as an extension of your portfolio. Clients, buyers, and art directors are all on social media. What do you want them to see when they stumble upon your social media. Let it be a reflection of who you are and the work you create.
7. Advertise: Utilize online advertising platforms to reach a wider audience. Also just talk about what you have new out in the world! Be your biggest cheerleader. Don’t be scared to promote your services or your work & then do it again and again.
8. Analyze results: Monitor and track your results to understand what’s working and what’s not. Make adjustments as needed.

Navigating social media to promote your artwork can be as creative a process as the art-making itself. But, if you’re looking to dive deeper and develop a strategic approach that not only showcases your work but also builds a solid, engaging portfolio, our Monthly Portfolio Building Creative Design Briefs are here to guide you. Each brief is crafted to help you refine your social media presence, enhance your portfolio, and connect with your ideal audience on a deeper level.

Ready to amplify your art on social media? Click here to learn more about our Monthly Portfolio Building Creative Design Briefs and start making your mark online today!

Talk soon!
Fleur & Ryann

Studio Chat – Raising Your Prices

Studio Chat – Raising Your Prices

Studio Chat: Raising your prices

In the creative industry, discussions about pricing often spark a mix of emotions and fears. In this Studio Chat, we delve into the significance of raising prices and it’s transformative impact on the entire creative landscape.

If you’re reading this, then the reality is that it’s probably time you raised your prices. We firmly believe that artists and creatives should grant themselves an annual raise, and not fear the myth that increasing prices leads to client loss.

However we understand that there is an emotional aspect of asking for more money. You really need to have strategic communication with clients regarding pricing adjustments – and in the chat we share some anecdotes and real life examples of how we have done this.

Increasing your prices is not just about inflation, it is also a recognition of your worth as an artist and designer. Consider your level of education, experience, efficiency and industry standards when determining your pricing structure.

We need to work together to shift the industry’s perception from struggling and undervalued to thriving and indispensable.

So, if you’re keen to learn more about how to strategically raise your prices, how to recognise your value, and how to enhance the growth and contribute to the creative industry as a whole then head on over and listen to the whole chat!

If you would love to dive into this topic more then get FREE ACCESS TO OUR STUDIO CHAT LIBRARY  HERE

There is an entire video library of chats and it’s totally FREE!

In the library we cover topics including:

– Finding Success with Art Challenges

– Keeping Your Instagram Account Safe

– Industry Myth Busting and lots more

Creative Brief Tip Keep Your Portfolio Diverse

Creative Brief Tip Keep Your Portfolio Diverse

Creative Brief Tip

Creative Brief Tip – Keep Your Portfolio Diverse

In the world of Surface Pattern Design maintaining a diverse portfolio is a necessity. Completing the monthly portfolio briefs will ensure that your portfolio covers a wide range of subject matter and styles.

Here are some reasons to consistently explore different styles and subjects.

Versatility

One of the most significant benefits of keeping your portfolio diverse is the ability to showcase your versatility. By experimenting with various  subjects, you demonstrate that you’re not limited to a single niche. This versatility can open doors to a wider range of clients and projects.

Inspiration

The motif and prompts list in your monthly briefs can reignite your passion for creating. Perhaps there’s a subject or style you’ve always been intrigued by but haven’t had the chance to explore fully. By incorporating these elements into your portfolio, you not only keep it diverse but also stay inspired and motivated.

Fill Portfolio Gaps

Regularly reviewing your portfolio can help you identify gaps. Is there a particular style or subject matter missing from your body of work? Filling these gaps will not only make your portfolio more well-rounded but also attract a broader audience.

Attract a Wider Audience

Diversity in your portfolio also translates to diversity in your audience. Different people are drawn to different subjects. By exploring a range of subjects, you can connect with a broader demographic, expanding your reach and appeal.

Keeping your portfolio diverse is an investment in your creative career, it shocases your versatility and adaptability. The Creative Studio Collective Monthly Design Briefs are created to ensure that your portfolio is diverse and ready to exibit.

Talk soon!
Fleur & Ryann