Tag: art

My Top 4 Biggest Graphic Design Freelancing Mistakes

art, design

1. Under-pricing
I tend to feel like I maybe under pricing my work its just so hard to value your own work sometimes. Pricing my work is definitely something I struggle with but I think as I start to improve I can charge more.

2. No contract
I have learned that with people you don’t know you must have a contract. I found myself being to trusting with some people. So make sure you have a contract.

3. Not following up
Some clients if they like your work will most likely want something else from you so following up is always key. Also if you can get them to recommend you that is even better.

4. Always saying yes
Fear can make us do not the smartest things sometimes. I always was worried to say no to a client that wanted work. Requests to work for free come now I say no to that. Working with a bad client can damage you far more than the loss of work.

I am always learning making mistakes but I am doing something I really enjoy. What lessons have you learned the hard way? Please do share.

Jaspreet-Featured Artist #1

art, crafts, Featured artists

Jaspreet’s Unique Accessories

Jaspreet Kooner is a highly creative multi-talented artist. She has her own business called Jaspreet’s Unique Accessories. She has many hobbies which are being active, photography, drawing, baking and many more. She is inspired by so many YouTuber’s, Bloggers and Motivational Speakers. She hopes to inspire you all to follow your heart and do something Unique

She sell knitted hats, knitted scarves, pop can tab Accessories that include bracelets, dog collars and belts. She makes them by hand, I have new products coming out this year for the summer.

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Black and White Scarf – $10

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Copper Pop Can Tab Belt – $5.00

Blog: www.jassikooner.blogspot.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JKUniqueFashion/

Stock Photo Websites

art, design, Photography

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Stock photos are what I use with most of my designs when needed especially since they are free. Some websites are better than others for certain projects so I have a list of what ones I use.

1. https://www.pexels.com
Free high quality stock photos. Free for commercial use.

2. http://stokpic.com
Free high quality stock photos. Free for commercial use. With big category list.

3. https://unsplash.com
Free high quality stock photos. Free for commercial use. They add 10 new photos every 10 days.

4. http://realisticshots.com
Free high quality stock photos. Free for commercial use. They add 7 new photos
every week.

5. https://pixabay.com
Over 320,000 free photos, vectors and art illustrations.

6. http://www.gratisography.com
Free high-resolution and high-contrast pictures you can use on your personal and commercial projects. New pictures added every week.

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Facebook group for bloggers/ artists

art, design, Photography

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So I recently started a Facebook where bloggers/ creative people can share their work for feedback. Also I hope it becomes a community where bloggers can get help and the artists can get help from the bloggers. I want it to be where you can get feedback from other people. Hope to grow my group into a networking community.

If your interested in joining here is the link:

https://www.facebook.com/DaytonArtsBlog/