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Along The Way – Barbara A. Thomason

July 20, 2023

Along The Way Barbara A. Thomason       www.bathomason.com Barbara Thomason shares her thoughts and gives advice about pursuing a career in the arts. Written for our  Along The Way series. Barbara Thomason is an artist, educator, painter, printmaker, sculptor and public artist,…

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5 Tips To Ace Your Auditions

July 20, 2023

What causes your heart to pound, your palms to sweat and your whole self to be simultaneously terrified and excited? I’m not talking about a crush; I’m talking about the a-word. Auditions. Auditions are the gateway to advancing your artistic…

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18 Books Every Artist Should Read Before You’re 18

July 20, 2023

Photo by Casey Fleser Everyone has their list of books that nurture and inspire them, but this list gets to the literary heart of every artist, not to mention that nine of them have been made into great films! 1. Life of…

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Along the Way – Glynnis Reed

July 20, 2023

Glynnis Reed is a fine artist, working in photography, digital collage, mixed media collage, and painting. She shares some thoughts about what she has learned along the way in her career. You can read her full bio and find more…

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Oscar Magallanes Interview – Stories from the Stream

July 20, 2023

Oscar Magallanes “You have to find your way.” Artzray Host, Marisa Reisel launchs our series Stories From The Stream with an interview with artist Oscar Magallanes. This series of short, casual videos are shot on locations around Southern California in…

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Art College vs. Liberal Arts: The Pros and Cons

July 20, 2023

If you’re a serious young artist, you’re probably wondering how to take your craft to the next level: what’s the best course of action when it comes to higher ed? Should you buckle down at a well-reputed art college? Or…

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Back to School After Your First Real Job

July 20, 2023

Photo Credit: Chris Metcalf 12 Back To School Tips 1. Keep contacts2. Remember the drive you had3. You’ve acted like an adult before, you can do it again (if needed)4. Unwind and have fun – you’ve earned it5. But don’t…

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Behind the Scenes with an AP Art Judge

July 20, 2023

Photo Credit nickolouse13 Behind the Scenes of AP Art “I liked grading the AP because I got a broad overview of what’s going on in the country… it puts what I do in perspective” says Barbara Thomason, a Los Angeles based…

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4 Things To Do Before You Study Abroad

July 20, 2023

The Lonely Londoner’s Arts & Culture Guide to Study Abroad, Part 1 So you’ve decided to study abroad. Congratulations! Now what? I’m a writer headed for London to study abroad for a year (woo hoo!) and will be posting a…

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Phoebe Bridgers – Tips of The Trade

July 20, 2023

Phoebe Bridgers: Tips of The Trade Singer, songwriter Phoebe Bridgers discusses Tips of The Trade. Learn how Phoebe has grown as an artist with both commercial and critical success, hear the best advice she ever received, and how she has…

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