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7 Must See Holiday Movies For Artists

July 19, 2023

Artzray presents our list of offbeat holiday movies that artists will love. Film has the power to transport you worlds away from the aggravations and absurdities of Black Friday, Cyber Monday or grandma getting run over by a reindeer. Film…

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How Doing a TEDx Talk Changed My Life

July 19, 2023

Spoken word poet, writer and college student Connie Martinez reflects on her experience giving a TEDx Talk. At the age of 17: Malala Yousafzai became the youngest recipient to become a Nobel Peace prize winner. Lydia Ko ranked third among pro women golfers (AND…

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Stand-Up Comedians to Watch in 2016

July 19, 2023

Here are some hot stand-up comedians to be on the look out for in 2016. If your New Year’s resolution is to have more fun and not take life so seriously, then we have a suggestion for you – watch…

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The Wannabe Author’s Checklist To Finding A Literary Agent

July 19, 2023

And not just any novel, the Next Great American Novel! A 2:00 a.m. baby, born from the unholy alliance of too much caffeine, canceling your plans with your friends, eating an entire tub of Redvines (but eaten in small handfuls,…

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Want a Creative Career in Themed Entertainment?

July 19, 2023

Have you ever wondered how to translate your creative talents into a career in themed entertainment? Chances are you’ve visited a theme park (maybe even this summer), but have you ever thought of all that it takes to create these…

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6 Tips for Writing Poetry

July 19, 2023

Ever wanted to try your hand at writing poetry but didn’t know where to start? Some people like to think that when it comes to writing, you either have it or you don’t. But I believe otherwise! Everyone is capable…

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Faith in the Creative Endeavor – Mark Salzman

July 19, 2023

No one word or label can characterize the many creative pursuits of Mark Salzman. Yes, he’s a musician, and a writer too, but he is also a teacher and a Kung Fu master along with many other descriptors. Artzray interviewed…

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5 Things to Know if You Want to Make Comic Books

July 19, 2023

So you want to make comic books? Writer Shea Fontana and artist and colorist Monica Kubina, two of the creative team behind the DC Superhero Girls Finals Crisis Graphic Novel, recently converged at Earth-2 Comics in Sherman Oaks for a meeting…

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Awesome Artist Holiday Gifts From Design Studio Press

July 19, 2023

Special Artzray Discount Offer – Save 20% on Design Studio Press purchases. “Our mission is to feature and partner directly with artists.” If you want to improve your skills and learn about drawing, illustration, concept art, mech, character and transportation design,…

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YoungArts: More Than A Competition

July 18, 2023

Before my week spent observing the workshops and performances for winners of YoungArts Los Angeles, I knew of this program by reputation alone. I knew, for example, that it attracts some of the nation’s most promising young talent in the visual, literary,…

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