Petra is the co-founder of The Creators’ Diary. She’s a content marketing expert who types fast and listens well. She has a soft spot for artists, dogs and ceiling-high bookshelves with a rolling ladder. She has a daughter and an upcoming first novel
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Let's talk about the beginnings every creator has to battle through. Plus, see what successful, working creators think about the topic, and what you can do if you want to sell your first pieces of art.
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As a beginner artist, you need a platform to sell your work, offline or online. Here are our recommendations that include classic choices and tips that may surprise you. Either way, take this starter guide, pick a route and start selling your art!
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Let's go through thought-provoking insights directly from a creator and talk about the importance of passive income.
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Selling art and doing commissions as a creator under 18 is possible with adult assistance, but you have to know the legal and financial basics first and get familiar with the platforms that allow you to earn money as a minor.
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Society6 is shutting down artist profiles and quite frankly, there's nothing you can do if you're affected. Except, to try another POD alternative. See our recommendations and what we think about what's the lesson here.
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In recent years, more and more platforms decided to tighten their rules around NSFW content, making things quite complicated for NSFW artists. There are some sites left where you can sell your NSFW art, but you have to learn their rules first. Here are some dos and don’ts, and information on selling
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The UK’s proposed AI copyright reform can bring trouble to creators living there, giving AI companies automatic permission to use their works if they didn’t opt-put beforehand. If you’re a UK creator (and even if you’re from somewhere else), here’s what you can do to voice your opinion.
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The news of the TikTok ban gives creators a learning opportunity to avoid platform risk. Learn about the background of this ban and get 5 actionable, future-proof tips to protect your following and customers in the long run.
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Here’s a list of 10 creator communities you can join virtually or in-person to find inspiration, belonging, and support in the form that feels right for you.
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GPSR came into force on December 13th, 2024. Knowing if your products are subject to it is crucial because you may be facing penalties if not complying with the Regulation. Here’s our interpretation of the GPSR with comments from a London-based legal firm.
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Temu, Aliexpress, Shein, Amazon and Etsy are some of the ecommerce platforms that are known to house designs and images of creators’ artwork that are used and sold without permission. It’s time to learn how a creative work can be protected.
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As a creator or an artist, you’ve probably heard about Bluesky. But what exactly is Bluesky, how does it work and should you try it? Let’s find out.