Here is where I post letters about art, music, and writing to share helpful information, my inspiration, and little snippets of my life.
Letter No. 41 [silent night countdown]
This is a break-down of what I did for my count-down with “Silent Night,” as well as tips for creating your own count-down and release.
Letter No. 39 [resources for releasing music]
This Saturday, my first single is officially released, and I wanted to share some of the resources that saved me through this process (and which I’m still learning from)!
Letter No. 35 [burn-out]
We’ve all experienced burn-out. Here are some of my go-to ways of coping with it and coming out of it.
Letter No. 34 [recording your first single, part I]
Thinking about releasing your first single? I’m sharing the process for my first recorded single in two parts.
Letter No. 33 [books for authors/illustrators]
Learning the craft of being an author/illustrator can be daunting, so I’ve shared a handful of the books I’ve found most helpful in my journey.
Letter No. 32 [prepping for Inktober2020]
Wanting to join Inktober this year? Here are a few tips and tricks to prepare!
Letter No. 29 [establishing your music studio: teaching under COVID restrictions]
We’ve all had to shift and be creative about the ways we interact now, and in this letter, I share ideas for teaching creatively and safely under COVID restrictions.
Letter No. 28 [creating an illustration prompt]
Illustration prompts and challenges can be a great way to build a community, grow as an artist, and inspire others. Read about a couple illustration prompts I love, as well as a few pointers on creating your own prompt.
Letter No. 27 [establishing your music studio: physical studio space]
After discussing many of the planning aspects of starting a studio, in this letter, I share insights into creating a welcoming and professional physical studio environment for your students.
Letter No. 26 [establishing your music studio: website II]
Discover the pages you’ll need on your music studio website and learn about their key elements.
Letter No. 25 [the entrepreneur mindset]
I had to share some encouraging tidbits about the entrepreneur mindset from a video I recently watched of Robert Kiyosaki.
Letter No. 22 [establishing your music studio: CV]
fourth in my series about establishing your music studio, I talk about creation and content of your CV/resume in this letter.
Letter No. 21 [establishing your music studio: interview]
Third in my series about establishing your music studio, I cover interview basics in this letter.
Letter No. 20 [establishing your music studio: studio policy]
A studio policy is one essential aspect of establishing a studio, and in this letter, I’ll share about what to consider when writing your own policy.
Letter No. 19 [establishing your music studio: core beliefs]
Teaching music is one of the best ways for musicians to make consistent income. The first of this series, I’m sharing tips on summarizing your teaching core beliefs.
Letter No. 17 [selling on Society6]
Everything I can tell you about launching your own shop on Society6.
Letter No. 15 [finding your work rhythm]
Sometimes what works for other artists won’t work for you, so I gathered a few tips on finding your own work rhythm.
Letter No. 12 [podcasts for artists]
Podcasts that are helping me learn about making a living as an artist.