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Katie Vernon copy Make Art That Sells See a variety of gorgeous work by my students and six tips for you.

See a variety of gorgeous work by my students and six tips for you.

I love nothing more than seeing an artist take one of my courses and watching their work bust out all over in fabulousness. You may think I’m just saying that to be braggy, but the proof is in the pudding. I expect the very best of my students and push them because I want them to make a living with their art. Today I’m going to show you student work from our Creating Collections in Home Décor course that I co-teach with the lovely and savvy Margo Tantau, top creative director who delivers a ton of inside information to help students make outstanding pitches. Check out the range of styles on these pitches for home décor collections done in class. I love that everyone can be themselves. TIP 1: Show a product range in various substrates such as wood, glass, fabric, metal and ceramic, as Portia has done here: Portia

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Alumni success ‘spotlight’ interview with Dariana Moreira

We are so proud of our Make Art That Sells Alumni, that we are pleased to continue a series of spotlight interviews showcasing their successes and artwork. We also ask them to share how the MATS courses have helped them learn and grow. You can see more Alumni Success stories here   Today, we have an interview with Dariana Moreira of Dari Design Studio. Dariana has taken the MATS Creating Collections for Home Decor. Tell us a little about how you got started in art and design I have no doubt that my start in art and design was strongly influenced by my mom and dad, both architects, and my older sister, Dariela. My mom, in particular, believed that art, design and aesthetics can be used to create a different reality. For as long as I can remember, I have always been attracted to and interested in arts and crafts

gallery now live Make Art That Sells Bootcamp Flash Sale and March Gallery is Live!

Bootcamp Flash Sale and March Gallery is Live!

Once people start seeing all the great work coming out of the Assignment Bootcamp course, they say, “Hey! I want in!” Although our Bootcamp e-course started on March 6th, by popular demand we are re-opening the registration doors. We close Bootcamp 2017 registration for good on Monday, April 3rd at 11.59pm PST. So make sure you grab your spot. (our next Bootcamp class will not be until 2018!) You’ll join the class ready for Monday’s new assignment. and because each month starts fresh, you won’t be behind. Plus, you’ll have access to the March assignment (so you haven’t lost a thing). Get all the fabulous bonuses we are offering new this year, too, like trend boards and monthly Facebook Live sessions with me. See all the cool stuff you get here. I really want you to see the magnificent work that the students (of all levels) have created. Here’s what

Aigul Igembayeva Make Art That Sells Alumni success ‘spotlight’ interview with Aigul Igembayeva

Alumni success ‘spotlight’ interview with Aigul Igembayeva

We are so proud of our Make Art That Sells Alumni, that we are pleased to continue a series of spotlight interviews showcasing their successes and artwork. We also ask them to share how the MATS courses have helped them learn and grow. You can see more Alumni Success stories here   Today, we have an interview with Aigul Igembayeva.  Aigul has taken MATS A&B. Tell us a little about how you got started in art and design It was long path: I took lessons in drawing in Moscow, I studied Adobe programs, calligraphy, and took the course of typography at British Higher Design School in Moscow. Now I am learning at e-courses of Lilla Rogers, Rachel Taylor. I believe that all my experience and courses gives me diverse experience.   Lilla always says “People buy your joy.” What brings you joy?’ Drawing beautiful things, morning walking, ginger tea, cappuccino and

how to be trend detective Make Art That Sells How to be your own trend detective—Free download

How to be your own trend detective—Free download

Me I’ve been an art agent for over twenty-two years, and I’ve overseen the commissioning of thousands of assignments that my artists have gotten over the years. I’ve seen trends come and go, but what I know for sure is that artists thrive by staying fresh. Those who stay stuck in their style drastically reduce their career longevity. Staying up on trends is really just about being aware of the visual cultural conversation. As we make art and design, we see, we create, we show. It’s an evolution of style we share with one another. Like molecules, we bounce off each other, ever affected by our environment. The true creative leaders vibe off of the aesthetic conversation, but then they bring it to the next level to lead the way. There are tools you can learn to develop this awareness. I thought you might enjoy reading the FREE 10-page piece

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Alumni success ‘spotlight’ interview with Courtney Beth Keller

We are so proud of our Make Art That Sells Alumni, that we are pleased to continue a series of spotlight interviews showcasing their successes and artwork. We also ask them to share how the MATS courses have helped them learn and grow. You can see more Alumni Success stories here *** Today, we have an interview with Courtney Beth Keller of One Little Printshop. Courtney has taken MATS Bootcamp twice and MATS Home Decor twice, plus MATS A&B. 1. Tell us a little about how you got started in art and design I started making art as a child – I remember in elementary school, cutting stacks of paper into heart shapes and other shapes, stapling it together and drawing images on the pages, essentially creating my own 1980’s stationery line. :) I always took art classes, and in junior high I won a contest drawing our yearbook cover. I started

Lilla Life QA downloadable Make Art That Sells The Life of an Artist Q&A—FREE download! I answer the big questions.

The Life of an Artist Q&A—FREE download! I answer the big questions.

  Here I am in Brighton, England for the filming of an e-course. I’ve made my living as a creative entrepreneur since 1984, and I have a lot to say about making a living as an artist. I’ve taught thousands of students, mentored dozens of artists that I represent, and had my own art career, so I have plenty of opinions. I’ve seen the good, bad, ugly and weird. My students in Make Art That Sells e-courses have asked me hundreds of questions over the years, and I’ve put some of my favorite Q & A’s on a free downloadable for you, called Lilla on Life as an Artist. I find that I am often asked the same questions over and over. Here are some of the top ones I’m asked, and I answer them for you in the downloadable PDF: Q: I am my own harshest critic. How do

profile pic emma allsup Make Art That Sells Alumni success 'spotlight' interview with Emma Allsup

Alumni success ‘spotlight’ interview with Emma Allsup

We are so proud of our Make Art That Sells Alumni, that we are pleased to continue a series of spotlight interviews showcasing their successes and artwork. We also ask them to share how the MATS courses have helped them learn and grow. You can see more Alumni Success stories here *** Today, we have an interview with Emma Allsup from emmajayne-designs. Emma has taken MATS A and Bootcamp. Tell us a little about how you got started in art and design. Since I was a young girl, I’ve always loved painting and drawing. I remember whenever there was any opportunity to add drawings to my school work, I’d be in my element. I used to produce full-page illustrated diagrams in my science books! My love for art and design simply grew from there on. Lilla Always says “People buy your joy”. What brings you joy? Hmmm… this is tricky one,

very last day Make Art That Sells Last day to sign up! The quality of a course can be measured by the quality of the work that comes out of it.

Last day to sign up! The quality of a course can be measured by the quality of the work that comes out of it.

    Join us for five months of exciting and fresh art instruction by top agent Lilla Rogers. You’ll get something every single Monday, sure to teach and inspire you to make your best art. Read about all the goodness you get here. It’s a fantastic course at an unbeatable price—the cost of a latte a week. Join us! Today is the very last day to sign up! The quality of a course can be measured by the quality of the work that comes out of it.   Hope to see you in class! The MATS team How would you like to get something from a top art agent every single Monday, for five months, to grow your artwork and your career—for the price of one latte a week? Now in its fourth year, Make Art That Sells: Assignment Bootcamp 2017  with art agent Lilla Rogers is an exciting, structured

Trippy Sneak Peek Make Art That Sells Bootcamp Trend Board Sneak Peek - "Trippy"

Bootcamp Trend Board Sneak Peek – “Trippy”

Now in its fourth year, Assignment Bootcamp is one very popular class. And this year, we are offering Lilla’s super-inspiring and very specific trend board briefs. You’ll get one a month for 5 months (every 3rd Monday) —  that’s a total of 5 downloadable trend board briefs. (see all five in the class contents description here) Today’s sneak peek is the ‘Trippy’ Trend Board Each brief contains: A fabulous board full of imagery based around a highly marketable concept An explanation of the board Market information Specific imagery ideas (what to draw!) A stunning color palette Text suggestions for lettering on your art This is incredibly valuable stuff offered to you by one of the world’s top art agents. Why trend boards? Sometimes it’s hard to know what to draw. Lilla’s trend boards give you inspiration and focus so that your work has greater marketability.   *** How would you like to