Art & Healing
by Emmy Hirsch, guest blogger

As Pablo Picasso once said, "Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life." Art can be an extremely effective tool in mental health treatment. Because art is such an expressive medium, it can be used to help people overcome stress, communicate, deal with past and current traumas, and explore different answers to a seemingly impossible problem. The...

My printed coin purses were the best seller this weekend! The little girls LOVE them! from ages 4 to 40. I used clear bins to display which kept my merchandise from being buried and caught the eyes of passerbys.

I just had a wonderful weekend selling my art and wares in Old Greenwich this weekend at their annual sidewalk art show and sale. The weather was fantastic and I loved meeting all the...

The best creative music videos
by Stefanie Hindmarch, guest blogger

This whimsical artwork of Lana Del Ray is by BEANLAND

Check out these creative and captivating music videos that have a lot of art in them!

Feels Like We Only Go Backwards by Tame Impala
This psychadelic music video was created solely using plasticine art collage. The bright colors and visually interesting composition make this video...

Virtual Pinboards to Sell Your Art
by Stefanie Hindmarch, guest blogger

Craftori Sells a guide on etsy for $7

Pinterest has become incredibly popular in the last year or so as a way of spreading and organizing ideas. Though Pinterest can be fun, it can also bring serious attention to your art. Use these tips to take your business a step further!

Boards you should make:

Business benefits of Twitter
by Stefanie Hindmarch, guest blogger

Twitter Pillow from GeekyPillows

Twitter has become extremely popular in recent years for both individuals and organizations. Reap the business benefits of Twitter with these tips!

SchulmanArt's Twitter

Papier Mâché All the Way!
by Emmy Hirsch, guest blogger~ edited by @schulmanArt

Inspiring Paper Mâché Sculpture by LolaValdesDesigns

Papier Mâché is the french word for "mashed paper." Having been around for quite some time, papier mâché, when it dries, is extremely strong but very light making it a great material to use for everything from jewelry boxes, bowls, trays, sculptures, props, and masks.

T...

Highlighting Ways to Update Your Home on a Budget

reprinted with permission from housesittingjobs.com
edited by @schulmanArt

Perhaps the fastest way to update your living room is with a large piece of artwork! If you are looking to sell your home, then you can take this home update with you wherever you go! peacock painting by Miriam Schulman available for sale on etsy.

The Living Room
Whether it’s a...

Lights, Camera, Art!
by Emmy Hirsch, guest blogger, edited by @schulmanArt

Midnight in Paris- doomed couple in Giverny

Art lovers, looking for an artsy film from netflix? Check out these critically acclaimed movies about artists that are sure to move, captivate, and inspire you!


1. Midnight in Paris
He'd like to live in Paris, she'd like to live in an upper-class American suburb. He drowns himself in...

summer isn't over yet!
by Miriam Schulman, @schulmanArt

Here I am in my favorite sandals on my front porch

Although my kids are done with camp and the start of a new school year is just around the corner, I know we still have about 5 weeks left of summer. I plan on making the most out of every last day. For me, that means wearing sandals everyday because I am so happy I don't have to slosh around...

Journal With or Without Words
by Emmy Hirsch, guest blogger

For mixed media art journaling ideas, find Melissa on etsy

Allen Ginsberg once said, "Follow your inner moonlight; don't hide the madness."An art journal is the place to do so. An art journal is a journal in which you combine art and words to express yourself. There are no rules, no critics, no limits: it's all about your personal self...

Teacher by day, artist by night!
Interview with Brigid Ryan by Miriam Schulman @schulmanArt

Vintage Art Bottle for sale on etsy

SchulmanArt: Tell us about yourself!
Brigid Ryan:I was born in Evanston, Illinois and moved to California at the age of five. I come from a big family and was influenced by all the talents of my siblings. Whatever they were into, I wanted to try too. I think that played a big...