Art that sells. Art that connects. Art that makes an impact. It all comes down to storytelling. In this final episode of the "Art That Sells" Series, we’re diving into how to infuse meaning into your work—so that when people see your art, they don’t just admire it… they feel it.
In this video, you get a glimpse into what we discuss during The FAITHful Artist Workshop. Storytelling is POWERFUL, and our art can truly bring God glory when we use our stories to point to Him and His faithfulness.
Need the TL;DR? Here's what I chat about in this video:
📖 Why storytelling is the secret to creating meaningful art
🎨 How my personal story shaped one of my most impactful paintings
💡 Why people connect with art before they even know the story behind it
✍️ How to identify the themes God is weaving into your work
Whether you’re painting, designing, or creating digital art, mastering storytelling will transform how people interact with your work!
‼️ Sensitive subjects in video: loss of friend, loss of child
⏱ TIMESTAMPS:
Feel like you're missing out?
▶️ Set the story with COMPOSITION: https://youtu.be/03JiVAQ4KPU?si=ZbBDQfvOn40VsDYV
▶️ Focus on the subject with LIGHTING: https://youtu.be/rCsstCoTYNw
▶️ Use COLOR to convey emotion: https://youtu.be/RQ2Co1UsZ6w
🗡️ DISCOVER your God-given story, DEFINE your Artist's Statement, and CREATE with confidence. Join me and other Christian creatives for the next gathering of The FAITHful Artist Workshop here: http://mercycreates.com/tfaw-landing-page?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=landing
🎨 The NO FLUFF guide to everything you need to start painting with watercolors! Download the FREE Watercolor Kit here: http://mercycreates.com/dl-watercolor-kit?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=download
🧑🎨 Supplies ready? Learn techniques & avoid mistakes with Watercolor Foundations: https://mercycreates.com/watercolor-foundations?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sale
Did you do it? 👀 Did you analyze your own art for any gaps in composition? Which one are you going to integrate into your next masterpiece-rule of thirds, symmetry, asymmetry, or white space?
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👩🏽🎨 My go-to art supplies & more:
→ Arches cold press watercolor paper: https://amzn.to/3EoQtQ6
→ Daniel Smith watercolor paints: https://amzn.to/419G6aD
→ Princeton watercolor brushes: https://amzn.to/4hqYp1O
📚 Art books for research and learning:
→ "Starving" to Successful: The Fine Artist's Guide to Getting Into Galleries and Selling More Art: https://amzn.to/3CThQB8
→ Art and Visual Perception, Second Edition: A Psychology of the Creative Eye: https://amzn.to/3CGQqyo
→ Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller: https://amzn.to/4hLoIQ3
☕ Coffee of choice: Just Black. Save 20% off your first purchase of $35 or more: http://rwrd.io/vmadn5g?e
💅 Nail polish color: OPI Aurora Berry-alis https://amzn.to/3FnYmWo
💄 Lip color: Mac Stay Curious https://amzn.to/3XJUHs8
Recording gear:
📱 Recorded with a Google Pixel 7: https://amzn.to/4gPsBTS
🤳 Canvas phone stand: canvasfam.co/MercyCreates [Use the code MercyCreates10 and save 10%]
🎤 Microphone: https://amzn.to/40w9qsz
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👋 Hi, I'm Rachel, the artist behind Mercy Creates! I design watercolor art and products that create opportunities for Christ-centered conversations in your home. Through painting, teaching, and digital courses, I hope to encourage your creativity and business to further God's Kingdom.
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