by Mindy Lighthipe | Jan 12, 2022 | Digital Photography, Inspiration, Photography Tips
Nancy Ori and Mindy Lighthipe to Host the Free Art Conference III I am super excited to join forces my dear friend Nancy Ori founder of NJ Photography Forum for her third free Zoom conference on February 6, 2022, from 3-5pm for artists. As two creatives we have...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Apr 14, 2020 | Business Practices for Artists, Inspiration, Orchids
I recently received an email from a stranger asking to use my artwork. I get messages like this from time to time and some even ask to buy my art. I once received a check for $5000 and asked to ship the art + $2500 cashier check because the amount could only be sent...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Oct 26, 2019 | Animal Rescue, Art Destinations, Conservation, Costa Rica, Environmental Concerns, Field Sketching, Inspiration, Scientific Illustration, T-Shirt Designs, Workshops
Do you LOVE nature? Do you worry about climate change and species going extinct? Do you feel it is impossible for one person to make a difference? These questions come up all the time, especially in terms of making a difference. The world is so vast and at times you...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Oct 13, 2019 | Animal Rescue, Art Destinations, ASBA-American Society of Botanical Artists, Conservation, Costa Rica, Field Sketching, Inspiration, Scientific Illustration, Workshops
I had the great honor of being interviewed by Tania Marien of Talaterra Podcast last week. I met Tania at an ASBA meeting in Pasadena, California in 2005. At the time she had an online presence called Plantae which catered to all things plants, including botanical...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Jul 16, 2019 | Art Destinations, Costa Rica, Field Sketching, Inspiration, Online Art Classes, Sketchbooks, Time Management
Are you picking at every little thing in your art? Are you constantly doubting yourself and finding criticism at every stroke? Do you ask yourself these questions… How much time should I practice until I get good enough? When will I get good enough to use good art...
by Mindy Lighthipe | May 22, 2019 | Costa Rica, Drawing Tips, How-To, Inspiration, Online Art Classes, Sketchbooks
I was recently asked what the best methods are for improving drawing skills. In order for you to really draw well you need to roll up your sleeves and draw from LIFE and DRAW OFTEN!!!!! Here are……. 10 Art Tips for Improving YOUR Drawing Set up a scheduled...
