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Michelle Carlos

Nov 1913 min read

How to Make a Picture Book: The Super Awesome Big Beautiful Welcome Surprise

This post will detail the process and challenges of creating the artwork for The Super Awesome Big Beautiful Welcome Surprise

Michelle Carlos

Sep 1114 min read

Why You Should Join an Art Workshop

Enhance your skills and gain valuable insights by participating in an art workshop, where you can learn from both professionals and peers.

Michelle Carlos

Jun 1717 min read

How to Protect Your Art from AI

Proactive methods to safeguard your artwork against data scraping and machine learning by generative AI

Michelle Carlos

Mar 107 min read

How to Get Unstuck: Overcoming Art Block and Finding Creative Inspiration

Discover how to break free from art block and ignite your creativity. Overcome the rut and fuel your inspiration through new experiences.

Michelle Carlos

Dec 20, 20234 min read

How Not To Become An Artist

Discover the unconventional path to becoming an artist. Learn how to navigate obstacles, embrace adulthood, and reignite your creative spark

Michelle Carlos

Nov 5, 202315 min read

Taking My Brain Back

In this post, you will learn how estrogen deficiency affects mental health and how to find ways to cope and heal.

Michelle Carlos

Sep 9, 202314 min read

Making the Picture Book: Lullaby for the King

You will learn about my process, the extensive research and how I tapped into my juvenile art style to create this epic picture book.

Michelle Carlos

Aug 24, 20236 min read

Why I Stopped Posting My Art on Social Media

This post talks about taking a break from social media to focus on making art and self-care.

Michelle Carlos

Feb 12, 202311 min read

Daily Routine of an Illustrator

This post gives you an insight into my daily routine as a work-at-home illustrator of children’s books and what drives me to keep on going.

Michelle Carlos

Oct 10, 202213 min read

An Introverted Artist’s Guide to Networking

Are you an introvert trying to navigate the creative industry as a newcomer or professional? Read through my tips in networking.