Michelle Carlos
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
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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
May 616 min read
Making the Book: Oisín and the Land of Youth
Uncover the fascinating journey of creating 'Oisin and the Land of Youth'. From historical research to mastering two-color Pantone process.
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
Oct 8, 20235 min read
Making the Bird Book: The Junior Birder's Handbook
In this post, you will learn how I created the art for The Junior Birder's Handbook written by Danielle Belleny for Running Press Kids.
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
Jan 3, 20237 min read
The Art of Doing Nothing
This post talks about how taking a break from making art or creative work prevents burnout and boosts productivity.
Michelle Carlos
Dec 13, 20229 min read
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
In this post I aim to guide you on how to be confident, rise above rejections and gain or maintain self confidence as artists.
Michelle Carlos
Nov 19, 202217 min read
The Long Way to Success
This is a virtual speech I delivered recently at my former high school during the Career Fair 2022 with the theme, Design Your Success.
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.
Michelle Carlos
Sep 2, 20226 min read
Making the E-Book: Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp
In this post, you will learn about how I illustrated the classic Middle Eastern folk tale of Aladdin for Learning A-Z.
Michelle Carlos
Aug 1, 202210 min read
Making the Board Book: Praise Him!
Read about how I created my first children’s book project, "Praise Him!" written by Lauren Chandler and published by B&H Publishing Group.
Michelle Carlos
Jul 8, 202220 min read
An Artist's Curriculum Vitae
How to succeed in life after art school? Read through the speech I gave to graduating students to give them a glimpse into possible futures.
Michelle Carlos
Jun 1, 202214 min read
Making the Picture Book: Morning on the Farm
You will learn about my process of making a picture book using a hybrid workflow while solving design problems.
Michelle Carlos
May 23, 202212 min read
The Road You Take: Your Artistic Style Is a Choice
In this post you will learn how to recognize your artistic style through answering a series of questions.
Michelle Carlos
Apr 18, 202212 min read
Your Artist Portfolio: What's in the Bag?
How to populate your art portfolio, where to showcase your work and how to keep evolving?
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