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Gift-giving with a creative influence can be a great way to change it up this year. Toys, knick-knacks and gadgets are all good, of course, but what if you’re buying something for someone who has a creative edge? Getting them a gift they wholeheartedly would appreciate and utilize shows a lot of care and thought…. Read more »

Alfa Art Gallery will present several of Alaiyo’s artworks at the NBAS 2019 Water Color and Mixed Media Exhibition “Ephemeral Visions,” October 29 – December 21, 2019.There will be an opening reception cocktail party on Friday, November 1@ 6:30 pm.Alfa Art Gallery is located at 108 Church Street, in the heart of downtown New Brunswick,… Read more »

Alaiyo Bradshaw exhibiting her work on fabric and paper at the Fort Green Artisan Market along with members of the Brooklyn Watercolor Society.

Cost-Effective Planning to Make Your First Vendor Show a Success Popup markets seem to be popping up everywhere, and this trend is as popular with the public as it is for artists and makers. However, worries about the costs involved are chief concerns for first-time vendors. That’s why this guide is all about how to… Read more »

Alaiyo will have work exhibited in A Watercolor Ensemble, a group exhibit of thirteen watercolor paintings by members of the Brooklyn Watercolor Society. Join us this Friday, September 20, from 6 pm to 9 pm for the opening reception. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served, and the artists… Read more »

“Everyday Things!” Art Challenge. Keys (watercolor)

FEATURED ARTIST – Doodlewash #WorldWatercolorGroupJoin talented artist Alaiyo Bradshaw, Illustrator and Assistant Professor of Fine Arts at Parsons School Of Design, as she shares her approach to visual storytelling and a glimpse into her watercolor painting technique.http://bit.ly/AlaiyoBradshaw

“Everyday Things!” Art Challenge. Pets (watercolor) This painting was created in my sketchbook and took far less time than the lightbulb painting (submitted for Day 6). I enjoyed creating both. However, I realize the paintings can’t be as laborious as I am used to if I am to keep up with the challenge. This is… Read more »

The club connects artists across the globe, has awesome giveaways, art challenges, art supply reviews, and artist features, Alaiyo is taking part in the art sharing community on doodlewash.com and sharing her drawings and watercolors. https://doodlewash.com/members/alaiyo-bradshaw/

Are you driven by a passion to create, but that pesky need to keep food on the table keeps getting in the way?  Thanks to side gigs, you can ensure money is coming in while still having the time and energy to pursue your artwork.  Here are some ideas for flexible and profitable means, allowing… Read more »