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Inspiration/Interviews

Best Advice From Sky Portrait Of The Year Contestant Kelly Frank

We had the pleasure of sitting down with freelance portrait artist Kelly Frank as she discusses the three major points in her career, including the beginning of her transition into the world of art, her time on the Sky Portrait Artist of the Year and what it was like to be an artist who chose to pur

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By Miya Marrs-Tagon
May 2, 2022
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Is an Art Degree really worth it?

Choosing to do any degree is stressful, but if art is something you're passionate about then here is some facts to help make your decision.

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By Miya Marrs-Tagon
January 26, 2022
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7 Mistakes You’re Making With Your Artist Website (And How To Fix Them)

Quick tips on how to improve your artist website. This article covers simple design mistakes you're probably making and how to fix them.

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By Dark Yellow Dot
January 10, 2022
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5 Inspiring Must See Art Documentaries

5 must-see art documentaries that delve into the world of artists and teleport you into their inner workings and vision.

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By Miya Marrs-Tagon
December 29, 2021
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13 Ways To Make The Most Of Your Time In Quarantine

No doubt it's been a hard, crazy, bizarre, weird time for all of us. The whole globe has pretty much shut down and people of the world have been ordered to stay home, in isolation for quarantine. Here is a round up of our favourite tips to keep your mind out of a funk.

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By Lauren Little
January 18, 2021
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Inspiration/Interviews

This Caribbean Artist Is Hiding Free Art Around The City

Interviewing the anonymous artist behind The Phantom Art Project on why hiding art around Trinidad & Tobago helps to spread joy.

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By Lauren
October 26, 2020
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Making Money

How To Price Your Artwork (Beginners Do’s and Dont’s)

It can be a challenge to find the right price for your artwork. Here are top artist tips on how to find the right price to sell your art.

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By Lauren Little
October 19, 2020
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Interviewing Artist Chloe Amy Avery: Stitching Together Meals & Memories

A first interview with incredible British embroidery artist Chloe Amy Avery on her first exhibition with Dark Yellow Dot at the Genesis Gallery.

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By Lauren Little
October 12, 2020
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Interviewing Artist Nasima Bibi: When The Real Meets Surreal

Meet Artist Nasima Bibi. We interview an incredible painter and one of the winners of our first LIFTED 2017 competition for young artists.

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By Lauren Little
September 28, 2020
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Interviews

Interviewing Artist Ming Ying: Stillness Is Relative

Meet Artist Ming Ying. We interview a remarkable artist and one of the winners of our first LIFTED 2018 competition for young artists.

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By Lauren Little
September 14, 2020
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Interviewing Honduran Artist Andrea Fonseca

How is it possible that a mural can make you feel more in tune with your sensuality? We interview artist Andrea Fonseca about her work.

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By Lauren Little
August 31, 2020
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5 Books to add to your reading list (for artists)

Choosing a selection of artist books or books for artists to read are one of those incredibly difficult things to narrow down. It's like choosing your favorite album. But I've narrowed down 5 for now, that I think artists should definitely try.

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By Adrian Coleman
August 20, 2020
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Interview with Artist Iris Legendre: An Emotional Response

Meet Artist Iris Legendre. We interview a remarkable artist and one of the winners of our first LIFTED 2017 competition for young artists.

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By Lauren Little
August 17, 2020
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Inspiration

5 Podcasts Every Artist Should Know About

If you find the sound of silence more infuriating than inspiring, a podcast might just be the best way to get your creativity flowing.

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By Lauren Little
August 12, 2020
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Career/Making Money

Art Commissions For Beginners: How To Be Confident When Starting

Creating artwork for someone else can be daunting. Here are 15 things you'll need before accepting your first personal art commission.

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By Mia Harwood
July 13, 2020
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Inspiration

How To Stay Motivated When You Feel Lost As An Artist

Here are some tips on how I try to maintain my momentum and stay motivated as an artist. Although they concern my painting habits, hopefully they are broad enough to apply to other disciplines as well.

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By Adrian Coleman
July 6, 2020
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Interviews

Interviewing Artist Andy Van Dinh: A Fruitless Pursuit

Here's a guy who accepts his creative gifts and uses them to expand his sense of self. Andy Van Dinh is emerging into the arts-sphere with themes of nostalgia, illusion and introspection.

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By Lauren Little
June 22, 2020
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Dark Yellow Dot, Founded by Lauren Little, is an artist-run platform for sharing, connecting, learning and growing as an artist. By curating and organising exhibitions, workshops and other events, we’re supporting and making space for new artists and creative beginners. We’re proud to have featured many artists in their first ever exhibitions and online publications. Read more about DYD here.

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