Author: Flyover State Creative Guide
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I’m an Artist, Do I Need an Online Portfolio? Advice From a Professional Web Designer
If you’re an artist or creative person, you may have wondered: Should I have an online portfolio? As someone who’s job it is to work on and improve website content, I can tell you the answer is: It depends… Before you go subscribing to the latest A.I integrated, influencer sponsored platform (you know the one),…
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The Ely Film Festival: A ‘historic’ idea for a zine
“Wow, they really fixed this place up. When I was here ten years ago, it looked like the roof was collapsing. It was completely run down.” Said my Fiance as our SUV crept up the hill on Sheriden street in Ely. I looked out at the red and white sign. The warm lights of the…
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Des Moines Art Center and Pappajohn Sculpture Park Review
The Des Moines Art Center is full of pieces from modern art masters. The upper floors hold a collection of pieces that range from surrealism to abstract expressionism. The lower floor is a rotating exhibit that features individual artist exhibits. In this review of the art center, you’ll find that it’s definitely worth the look…
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The future of the Flyover State Creative Guide in 2025
Dear Artist and Creatives, Happy New Year! I wanted to set aside the usual editing and polishing, and let you know what to expect from The Flyover State Creative Guide in 2025. First, a quick wrap on 2024 I was so happy to get this blog off the ground last year. No one ever tells…
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Skip the Mid-life Crisis and add some creativity to classic ‘Granny Hobbies’
As a 30-something, I’ve read countless articles blaming my generation for single-handedly killing everything from fabric softener to golf. The latest on this list of slain capitalist deities is the ‘Mid-life crisis’. It is said that people around my age are skipping it and going right to the ‘Granny Hobby’ stage. Regardless of your age,…
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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Review
This sculpture garden is the cherry on top for any art-lover visiting the Twin Cities. Although its curated gardens contrast with the wildness of other sculpture gardens like Franconia Sculpture Park, it remains a Twin Cities icon. This iconic sculpture garden is chock full of iconic works of art that helps define Walker Art Center…
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Beginner-Friendly Things You Can Do to Become A Better Artist
Sometimes it feels like you’ve hit a wall on your art journey. You practice and practice, but your art still doesn’t turn out how you’d like it to. But don’t fear, because this blog outlines a few practical and simple tips you can use to become a better artist. We’ll cover a couple of techniques…
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Art from the 2024 St. Paul Art Crawl
I try to support the artists who’s art I connect with most when I go to events. Here’s a ‘haul’ of artwork I bought from the 2024 St Paul Art Crawl. Check out these artists amazing work. This artist’s body of work has many cute and humorous animals. Her creative work is worth checking out!…
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Explore the St Paul Artist Lofts with Our St Paul Art Crawl Guide
Twice a year you can explore the artist lofts in St Paul during the St Paul Art Crawl! Artists open up their studios and spaces to the public. It’s a great opportunity to explore not only the artist lofts themselves, but the area and small businesses around them too! Use this handy St. Paul Art…
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Franconia Sculpture Park Review
Franconia Sculpture Park exudes a feel reminiscent of Lewis Caroll’s Alices’ Adventures in Wonderland. Located in Shafer Minnesota, It covers 50 acres, and is home to dozens of sculptures. The park’s location adds to this sense of wonder, by being off the beaten path just enough to give it a ‘hidden gem’ quality. Read this…