smART business ebook coming soon!

I am really excited about my new ebook being released November 1st if all goes according to plan. We are working every day to make sure it is filled with content you can apply to your business, in an easy to read format. It is filled with how-to photos and great tools such as check-lists for art and craft shows. I have been selling my art at local area art/craft shows for over 10 years now. I know what works for me, and hopefully my experiences will help you as well!

I will give you presentation and "branding" tips for your product, where to buy your packaging supplies in bulk, do's and don'ts for shows, etc...

I will share a big tip with you now ~ don't forget to bring your helper!! {a big thank you to my husband who helps me with every show}

To be sure that you don't forget, I have made it easy for you. Click on the link below to sign up for the email newsletter for sneak peeks date and the pre-sale.

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smART business ebook : A personal account of how I made my hobby into a full-time business. A "How-To" Sell your Art/Craft.

** Highlights **

Finding your Niche / Explore your Passion

Differentiate yourself from your competition

Setting up Shop / Website

Blogging and Tips

Using Social Media to increase your Online Presence

Presentation and Packaging

Art/Craft Shows checklist

... and a huge list of resources and links for you.

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Artichoke

original watercolor painting, artichoke

perfect for the kitchen

Cheap Joes Fall Art Sale

I use Cheap Joes for all of my art paints, paper, and supplies. Take advantage of their Fall Sale.

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Thought for the Day

"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." ~ Thomas Merton

original painting ~ Mystic River

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smART business ebook coming soon!

smART business ebook coming soon! A personal account of how I made my hobby into a full-time business. A "How-To" Sell your Art/Craft.

** Highlights **

Finding your Niche / Explore your Passion

Differentiate yourself from your competition

Setting up Shop / Website

Blogging and Tips

Using Social Media to increase your Online Presence

Presentation and Packaging

Art/Craft Shows checklist

... and a huge list of resources and links for you.

Sign up for info about smART business, coming soon!

Floral Bouquet in Blue and Magenta

I just painted this little floral bouquet... simple and sweet. Perfect for your favorite cozy spot, work space, or anywhere you want a hint of inspiration. I used American Journey watercolors: sap green, permanent magenta and cobalt blue. The backdrop writing is one of my favorite stamps with a mixture of all the colors. The key is to keep it fresh with one brush stroke for each shape.

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Thought for the Day

An artist is not paid for his labor but for his vision. ~ James Whistler

I painted this little abstract using straight color without mixing. I did not want any of the colors to get that "muddy" look. I did place the watercolors touching each other so there is a slight blending on each side. Afterwards, I had fun with a couple of stamps and the circular image is a glass rim that I put paint on and used it as a stamp!

modern abstract watercolor painting

Happy Monday ~ Have a wonderful week filled with inspiration for new creations!

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House Portraits by Laura Trevey

I have a couple of tips for painting custom house portraits. Below is a step by step list for you to follow. This order of painting always helps me achieve a fresh end result. You never want the painting to look overworked.

1. Sketch out the house to get your dimensions and perspective.

2. Start with the foliage and trees. You will be surprised how much of the house is covered by the landscaping.

3. Add the blue sky.

4. Finally you are left with the house, which is nicely framed by the natural part of the painting.

5. I try to capture the shadows and paint them 1st on the home.

6. Paint the shutters and roof, and finally you are left with the color of the home.

7. If the home is white, you only need to add a couple of light cast shadow colors, and always leave a couple of spots with the white paper to give it a pop!

Please visit me on my new website: www.lauratrevey.com. You can purchase your custom home portrait here.

You may also like: Another step by step house tutorial

My art studio / home office

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House Painting Sneak Peek

I am currently working on another home portrait ~ the home is so beautiful, I hope I can do it justice! Please visit me on my new website: www.lauratrevey.com. You can purchase your custom home portrait here.

Thought for the Day

If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. ~ Vincent Van Gogh

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Wedding Bouquet

NEW! I am excited to paint your wedding bouquet ~ a wonderful keepsake of your special day. Below is the commission I just finished for a client, and it was really fun to paint. I am looking forward to getting more of these orders!

Size 8" by 10"

This is a Sample / Made to Order Original Watercolor Painting ~ Wedding Bouquet