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The 3 Cs of Selling Creative Products: Confidence, Communication and Connection

In the world of creative selling, standing out and making an impact is more important than ever.Whether you’re an artist, designer, writer, or any other type of creative professional, mastering the artof selling your work is essential to your success. While the quality of your work is crucial, it’s often yourability to sell that work […]

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The Art of Conversion: Turning Talent into Profit as a Creative

transformation of ideas into cash as a creative

In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, the true measure of success for any creative professional lies in their ability to convert raw talent into marketable, profitable outcomes. Success as a creative isn’t just about having talent—it’s about harnessing that talent effectively to create something valuable, something that others are willing to pay for. 1. Understanding

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Stand Out and Thrive: The Power of Personal Branding for Creatives

the essence of personal branding

Success isn’t just about talent, it’s about the ability to attract the right people and invariably the right opportunities. You may have something on the inside, but what people see on the outside goes a long way in determining if they are willing to give you the opportunity to show what’s inside. This is where

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A New Era for Nigeria’s Young Artists: National Art Competition Launched

A promising development is on the horizon for Nigeria’s visual arts sector, particularly for artists under 35. The Africa Art Fund and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) have joined forces to launch an innovative initiative, beginning with a national art competition to commemorate NESG’s 30th anniversary. This competition is specifically targeting young artists across

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Top 5 Tools for Digital Artists

key tools for digital artists

Digital art has become a vibrant and diverse field, offering artists endless possibilities for creativity and expression. Whether you’re a professional illustrator, a concept artist or a hobbyist, having the right tools can make all the difference. Here are the top five tools every digital artist should consider using: 1. Adobe Photoshop Why It’s Great:

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MTN Foundation and MUSON Announce 18th Annual Scholarship for Aspiring Nigerian Musicians

The MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON), has announced the opening of applications for the MTN MUSON School of Music Scholarship, marking its 18th year. This scholarship is designed to nurture and support the next generation of Nigerian musicians by offering a fully funded two-year diploma course in music. The

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The Creative Journey: Navigating the Dark, Narrow, and Lonely Path to Success

The journey of a creative individual is often portrayed as a vibrant and colorful adventure, filled with moments of inspiration and brilliance. However, the reality is that the path to creative success can sometimes be dark, narrow and lonely. Despite these challenges, finding the right path and persevering can lead to incredible achievements and fulfillment.

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From a Thought to a Thing: Bringing Ideas to Life

bring those ideas to life

It is easier to come up with an idea than it is to bring it to reality. The world is filled with too many unfulfilled dreams and uncompleted projects. Turning a creative idea into a tangible reality involves a structured process that requires vision, planning, execution, and continuous improvement. Here’s a step-by-step guide to bringing

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Innovative Storytelling: Enhancing Your Creative Narrative in Digital Media

Innovative Storytelling: Enhancing Your Creative Narrative in Digital Media

Introduction Let’s explore innovative storytelling. In the digital age, storytelling transcends traditional boundaries, opening new avenues for creativity and engagement. This blog explores how you can enhance your narrative techniques to captivate and connect with your audience. Understanding the Basics of Digital Storytelling Before diving into complex strategies, let’s establish what makes digital storytelling unique:

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Turning Passion into Profit: A Guide for Aspiring Creative Entrepreneurs in Africa

Turning Passion into Profit: A Guide for Aspiring Creative Entrepreneurs in Africa

Introduction Let’s explore turning passion into profit. In Africa, creativity isn’t just an art; it’s a burgeoning industry ripe with opportunity. This guide is for the dreamers, the makers, the doers – for every African creative aspiring to carve a niche in the entrepreneurial world. Understanding the Creative Economy The creative economy in Africa is

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