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When the Canvas Becomes a Courtroom: Jason Allen, AI Art, and What It All Means for Artists
AI artist Jason Allen fights for copyright protection of his prize-winning Midjourney artwork, sparking debate about authorship, creativity, and what makes someone an artist. His case could reshape the future of AI-generated art and set precedents that affect every artist working with new tools.
Dec 14 min read


Will Artists Be Replaced by AI?
Will AI replace artists? As a traditional fine artist, I was terrified of AI – until I discovered how it enhances rather than replaces human creativity. This is my honest journey from fear to excitement, and why I believe AI will make handmade art even more valuable. If you're worried about the future of artistry, this perspective might change everything.
Nov 206 min read


How to Price Your Art Across Every Format: From Originals to Prints to Products
Learn how to price your art confidently across every format - originals, prints, digital downloads, and print-on-demand products. This complete guide for painters, watercolorists, and illustrators covers pricing formulas, market research, psychological strategies, and when to raise prices. Includes AI prompts to streamline decisions and real examples for building sustainable income from your artwork.
Nov 1314 min read


Creative Entrepreneur Tips: The Artist's Guide to Building a Thriving Business While Staying True to Your Art
Discover practical creative entrepreneur tips for artists building a successful business. Learn how to price your art, create passive income with print-on-demand, master Pinterest marketing, build systems that work while you sleep, and protect your creative energy. Includes actionable steps for batching content, using AI tools, email marketing, and tracking what works. Perfect for painters, illustrators, and traditional artists ready to monetize their work without sacrificing
Nov 108 min read


How to Build a Sustainable Digital Art Business From Scratch: A Complete Guide for Artists Ready to Sell
Learn how to build a profitable digital art business from scratch. This comprehensive guide covers everything from choosing sales platforms and mastering marketing to pricing your work and building sustainable systems. Discover how to turn your digital art skills into multiple income streams through print-on-demand, licensing, and direct sales while staying true to your creative vision.
Nov 710 min read


Creative Business Ideas That Actually Make Money (Without Burning Out Your Creative Soul)
Discover profitable creative business ideas that actually work in 2025. From print-on-demand and digital products to licensing and online courses, learn how to turn your artistic skills into sustainable income. Includes AI tools, action items, and real strategies for building a creative business that doesn't burn you out. Perfect for artists and designers ready to monetize their creativity.
Oct 239 min read


Digital Art Income Streams: Your Complete Guide to Building Multiple Revenue Channels as an Artist
Discover every viable digital art income stream available to artists in 2025. Learn how to build multiple revenue channels through print-on-demand, digital downloads, licensing, teaching, client work, and more. This comprehensive guide shows you exactly how to start each income stream, how they work together, and how AI tools can help you scale faster. Build a sustainable art business with strategic, passive income.
Oct 209 min read


Building Your Dream Art Business From Home: A Complete Guide for Creative Entrepreneurs
Discover how to build a thriving art business from home with practical tips for home studios, remote work setups, and AI tools. Learn essential strategies for creating your workspace, managing digital nomad life, and turning your creativity into sustainable income. Whether you're working from a spare room or traveling the world, this guide helps artists design profitable businesses on their own terms using print-on-demand and modern technology.
Oct 149 min read


Passive Income for Artists: Build a Sustainable Creative Business Without Burning Out
Discover proven passive income strategies specifically for artists who want financial stability without constant hustle. This comprehensive guide covers print-on-demand, digital products, art licensing, online courses, and membership communities. Learn how to create once and earn repeatedly, build multiple income streams, and achieve the creative freedom you deserve. Perfect for artists ready to transform their passion into sustainable revenue without sacrificing artistic int
Oct 76 min read


AI Isn't Stealing Your Creative Time - It's Giving It Back
Worried AI will replace your art? Here's the truth: AI isn't stealing creative time, it's giving it back. While companies debate authenticity, smart artists use AI to handle draining business tasks - analytics, product descriptions, social strategy - so they can spend more time actually making art. Your unique artistic voice becomes more valuable when AI handles the rest. Learn how to embrace AI as a creative partner, not a threat.
Oct 24 min read


How to Sell Art Online in 2025: The Strategic Approach That Actually Works
Discover the strategic approach to selling art online that's helping artists build thriving businesses in 2025. Learn why print-on-demand should be your starting point, how to choose the right platforms, and the persistence strategies that separate successful artists from those who give up. Includes real success stories and actionable steps to start building sustainable income from your art today.
Sep 294 min read


How Labubu Became a Global Phenomenon: 5 Brand-Building Lessons Every Print-on-Demand Artist Needs to Know
Discover how Labubu transformed from niche art toy to global cultural icon and learn the strategic lessons every print-on-demand artist needs to know. This case study breaks down 5 actionable brand-building strategies including character development, strategic scarcity, community building, collaborations, and consistency that you can implement to grow your POD business and create lasting connections with your audience.
Aug 115 min read


What Human Creativity Brings to Every Artistic Process (Yes, Even AI Art)
Rather than competing with AI on technical skills, artists should embrace what makes them uniquely human – their lived experiences, cultural perspectives, emotional authenticity, and ability to evolve. AI can replicate patterns but can't replicate your personal story, family traditions, heartbreak, or joy. Your imperfections aren't flaws – they're your artistic fingerprint that proves your humanity.
Aug 73 min read


The Tool Isn't the Problem: My Take on AI Art and Ethics
A personal reflection on AI art ethics sparked by a social media comment. Examining why AI technology isn't inherently good or bad, comparing it to decades of photo editing capabilities, and discussing the importance of transparency and responsible use over restricting the tools themselves. The focus should be on digital literacy and ethical practices rather than condemning the technology.
Jul 172 min read


Digital Products for Artists
Learn how to transform your art business with digital products! This guide explores three powerful ways artists can use digital downloads: as email list-building freebies, subscription-based offerings, and premium individual products. Discover 10 freebie ideas to attract new subscribers, practical implementation tips, and inspiration from successful artists. Start creating passive income while sharing your unique artistic vision with a wider audience.
Jun 263 min read


🍋 When Your To-Do List Feels Like a Monster: Gentle Productivity for Creative Brains (ADHD-Friendly Tips Included)
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? Whether you have ADHD or just a busy creative brain, this blog shares gentle, effective ways to get things done—without shame or hustle. From done lists to priority planning to celebrating bursty progress, learn how to work with your brain, not against it. Progress is possible (and even joyful!) when you find your own rhythm.
May 82 min read


The Creative Entrepreneur's F*ck Budget: Lessons from Sarah Knight
Discover how Sarah Knight's concept of a "fck budget" can transform your creative business. Learn to prioritize what truly matters by saying no to draining projects, social media pressure, and industry "shoulds." Stop people-pleasing and embrace your unique artistic vision. By carefully allocating your limited supply of "fcks," you'll find more energy for meaningful work that attracts the right audience. What deserves your creative energy?
May 13 min read


Complete List of AI Apps to Help You With Your Arty Biz
Explore our comprehensive guide to AI tools for artists and creators! From image generation to accessibility tools, this resource covers over 100 apps that can enhance your creative workflow without replacing your unique artistic voice. Regularly updated as new technologies emerge, this living document is designed to help you find the perfect digital assistants for your creative journey in The Yellow Studio community.
Apr 2811 min read


Fresh-Squeezed Knowledge: One-Off Classes Coming to The Yellow Studio! 🍋
Hi sweet friends! 💛 After reviewing your survey responses, I'm thrilled to announce The Yellow Studio's first one-off class this May! While building the full Studio experience, I'm creating practical Zoom workshops covering print-on-demand, marketing, AI tools, and social media. These sessions will provide immediate skills, begin building our community, showcase my teaching style, and answer your pressing questions. Stay tuned for registration details soon!
Apr 242 min read


Skip the Expensive Tools: Why Vizard Won My Heart (and Saved My Budget) 💛
Discovered Vizard.ai while searching for a Munch.ai alternative and found it to be the perfect tool for my video needs. Vizard offers a generous free plan (60 minutes of uploads monthly), automatically creates multiple clips from long videos, and has an intuitive interface with editable captions. From one hour-long video, I got 25 quality clips! It's ideal for creators who aren't producing tons of video content yet but want professional results without the hefty price tag. 💛
Apr 212 min read
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