E8: Creativity Unleashed: Bridging Art's Past and Future

Send us your feedbackWhat if you could witness the fascinating evolution of digital art through the eyes of someone who has navigated both the traditional and digital art worlds? Join me Delores Naskrent as I recount my personal journey spanning over three decades, from the early days of grappling with a Mac Plus and Adobe Illustrator's rudimentary tools to embracing the modern wonders of Procreate and Photoshop. With heartfelt stories from years of teaching high school and inspiring students, I explore how digital tools have democratized the art world, making it accessible to aspiring artists everywhere. I delve into the seamless integration of traditional and digital techniques, revealing the boundless opportunities for creativity today.You'll also discover the satisfying journey of digital product creation and the shift from craft sales to digital platforms like Etsy, Society6, and Creative Market. Through personal anecdotes, I highlight the crucial role of persistence, experimentation, and market understanding in achieving success in the digital realm. Learn practical tips on platform selection, content consistency, and the joys of online teaching, which connects us to a global audience eager for inspiration. As I balance creativity with life's responsibilities, I find joy in the ever-evolving artistic process and emphasize the importance of community and shared creative journeys. Tune in for insights that will fuel your own artistic endeavors and inspire you to embrace the digital age.Resources and Other Creatives mentioned:Procreate: A powerful app for digital painting.Adobe Illustrator: The industry standard for vector graphics.Affinity Designer: A cost-effective alternative for vector and raster graphic design.If you want to learn any of these design softwares you can checkout Delores’ digital art learning school here where she teaches you step by step and with really fun projects.Skillshare: An online learning platform with a variety of courses in digital art. Here is the link to Delores' Skillshare classes for you to check out if you are looking for individual classes to get started with.Jennifer Nelson from Jennifer Nelson Artists (Art Licensing Agency)Support the show Don't miss an episode—subscribe to The Creative JuggleJoy Podcast! Follow us on social media and join our email lists for more tips, stories, and updates on new episodes. Kaylie Edwards - Instagram  - Website - Facebook - ThreadsSpellweaver Creative Hub MembershipFree Email List Builder Checklist For CreativesDelores Naskrent - Website & Digital Art School - Instagram - Facebook - Pinterest - YoutubeProcreate Foundations CourseAffinity Foundations Course