Realistic Head Polymer Clay Sculpting eBook Sale

Create Realistic Polymer Clay Figures:

“Polymer People: An Artist’s Method of Sculpting the Adult Head in Polymer Clay”

eBook Sale $8.99 – Until February 14th Only

Craft of Planning Your Art Business eBook Sale

"The Craft of Planning Your Art Business: Clear Worksheets and Directions on Creating The Working Artist Business Plan"

~ Have Control of Your Own Art Business ~

eBook Sale Price $7.99 Until Aug 12th

http://artist-how-to.com/ArtBusinessPlaneBook.htm

June 10th AHT - Update - Creative Clutter Sale!

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30% off of Controlling Creative Clutter until June 17th! If you or someone you know, continually have trouble keeping art materials and supplies in order this is THE perfect item! $6.99 E-Book

Sixty-eight pages of tips, worksheets and information on organizing, to help you get your studio or work area together and keep it that way.

http://artist-how-to.com/creativeclutter.htm

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New Item

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Thank you for the WONDERFUL response to this item!

"The Polymer Palette: Color Mixing Guidelines for Polymer Clay" $3.50 E-Book

10 page compact, direct and easy to follow guideline to show you how to gain control over color in polymer clay. Take out the guesswork.

http://artist-how-to.com/colorpc_001.htm

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Question: What has 4469 and 37 subscribers?

Answer: This blog and Kansas Region of ScriptFrenzy http://www.scriptfrenzy.org/

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The problem with the site seems to not be the host, but somewhere between them and myself that the connection went wacky. But all seems well now. I tend to blame the weather; it was so windy we had power outages in the region.

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Interesting Links

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Mr.Deity

http://mrdeity.com/

Max McCoys Page of Links - Author I attended the workshop of - Interesting links found here.

http://www.maxmccoy.com/links.htm

ETSY shop

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5025455

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Personal
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Garden is growing - look at pics taken this morning.

http://willartforfood.blogspot.com/

I am working on a script for ScriptFrenzy. As soon as it is over it will free up more time to add free lessons to the site. Until then you can drop me an email to let me know what areas you might light to see expanded. bartonstudio@cox.net

Free Lessons and Tutorials http://artist-how-to.com/free.htm

See article in KC Star where I am mentioned :0) (shameless plug)

http://www.kansascity.com/entertainment/preview/story/138947.html

I don't think I have ever shown this - Outline of Nonfiction book project displayed on my office wall.

May look a bit drab, but is first thing I see when I walk into office each day. It helps me to stay on task when combined with my to-do list.

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Stay safe and have a wonderful week!

Again, feel free to share this blog with anyone you think could benefit from its contents.

Diane Dobson Barton

http://www.artist-how-to.com

AHT Artist-How-To Site

The site seems to be stable. If there are any problems please let me know at bartonstudio@cox.net

http://www.artist-how-to.com

Diane

Artist-How-To "Polymer Palette" Pre-Orders

"The Polymer Palette: Color Mixing Guidelines for Polymer Clay"

Pre-Order Today - Receive May 31st

E-Zine $3.50

A minimum 6 page compact, direct and easy to follow guideline to show you how to gain control over color in polymer clay. Take out the guesswork!

Using only a few colors of Polymer Clay as the base, you are shown how to make an infinite number of colors. The only limit is your imagination! This is the perfect addition to polymer clay enthusiast’s library, no matter their skill level.
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Links
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Geraldine Newfry http://www.newfry.com

Eyeteeth: A Journal of Incisive Ideas http://eyeteeth.blogspot.com
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In the Studio
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Continuing to work on a special book project, and articles.
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Personal
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I have been Blog Tagged by Christie Grant! If you want to stick strictly to business, forgive me and please skip to the closing

7 Random Things About Me

1. This morning I had Rabbits in my front yard - it made my day.
2. I have a hidden fascination with trash media, and always read the headlines while waiting in line at Wal-Mart.
3. I shop at Wal-Mart. But, in my defense I live in a VERY rural area with few options.
4. I want to be a best selling author when I grow up.
5. I currently have a Looney Tunes Mug on my desk, and it is always there. The colors go with my office and you can never be depressed when you are looking at Bugs Bunny.
6. I once owned a pink bicycle with streamers on the handlebars.
7. At this very moment, I have a stray kitten falling asleep between myself and the keyboard.



Ideas on what to name her? I want to call her something 'artsy' and 'creative', but not so 'artsy' and 'creative' that my family refuses to call her by it.

Diane

http://www.artist-how-to.com

May 17th Artist-How-To - New Free Tutorial

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There is now a new tutorial up on the Free Lesson Page

To some it may look familiar? It was used on the AHT Wiki and lost when we went back to the original form. How To Make Your Own Buffer Wheel
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E-Books
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Learn how to do Pinhole Photography!

http://artist-how-to.com/pinholepdf.htm

Finally start that Home Art Business you have always wanted!

http://artist-how-to.com/careerguide.htm

Take advantage of the warm weather to learn how to use that 35mm camera of yours to take amazing shots!
http://artist-how-to.com/phototextpdfall.htm
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Interesting Links
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The first link I am totally jealous! It is what I had hoped to bring forth with the ArtyWiki. But they have done an amazing job! Instructables

http://www.instructables.com/forum/E3W7VC6A9WEXCFFIBC/

The second is one that I heard about last year on diggnation.com and I have been watching from a distance to see how well it would go. It is no secret to those that know me that I love LOVE LOVE my Alphasmart. But I am wondering about trying this out for an inexpensive portable word processor.

http://www.laptop.org/

If you do not follow the link, know that it is a $100.00 laptop. Originally I heard that you have to purchase two at a time, where one will go to a child in need. They are bare bones, and come in neon colors, but would totally meet the basic needs of a writer. Another interesting feature is that they are designed so they can be charged up through human power, aka a generator. This would make it so that children with no electricity could use one to learn. Worth keeping an eye on the program!
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Personal
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BTW a new book, articles and a possible new zine are in the works.

On a more personal side I will not be as productive over the next couple of weeks, producing free lessons and tutorials as I have been in the past months. June is the first ScriptFrenzy event and I am a Municipal Liaison for the Chanute, KS area. http://www.scriptfrenzy.org

Although I have never written a script before, I see it as a good way to stretch my boundaries a bit and the more writing I do the better!

I will still be adding things to the site, just not quite as often over the next 6 weeks or so...
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Conclusion
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Congrats to RunnerGurl! (Gail) for winning our latest contest! WHOOWHOOOOOOOOO!! (throwing confetti in the air) The rest of you keep an eye out there will be more contests in the future.

Runner Gurl be sure to send me your email address :0)
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Stay safe and see you soon :0)

Diane

Free Artist-How-To E-Book

Free e-book! Read the previous post to find out how to receive the e-book of your choice from our site.

http://www.artist-how-to.com

Sale, Contest and Update Artist-How-To.com

Our sale is still going on until May 14th so be sure to take advantage of it while you still can!
http://www.artist-how-to.com/

Also be on the look out for contest in these Blog Posts. I want to give things away at least once a month.
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New Lessons
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The new 'lesson' is not so much a lesson as a 'helper'. It is an example of a 'Model Release Form'.

The second is an update of a previously posted lesson on Making A Mold with polymer clay. You can find both HERE
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Links of Interest
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The first link is more of a personal one than art related. Since my last post a devastating tornado hit here in Kansas at Greensburg. I am sure you have all heard about it. These pics begin to show the destruction of the storm.

http://www.kansas.com/static/slides/050507tornadoaerials/

The next one is one that I am still wondering about. Some of you may recall me talking about NANOWRIMO (National Novel Writing Month) last fall. Well, this June they branched out and began a Script Writing Program. You can find out more information at ScriptFrenzy.org

http://www.scriptfrenzy.org/

I am still wondering if I will participate. I was a part of NANOWRIMO for the previous two years, and this last year was a Municipal Liaison. Which just means I set up a place for writers to meet in my area, and I was in charge of herding them. The Script writing sounds interesting but I just do not know if I will be able to take the time to do it or not. Although it is only 20,000 words instead of 50,000......hmmmm

If it is ANYWHERE near as well run as NANOWRIMO if you are even thinking about it and have never done such a thing before I would strongly recommend it!
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oh and btw the first person to leave a post here on the blog, gets their choice of a free e-book!
OK, now HURRY!
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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!! To all you moms!!!!

Please keep the emails coming to let me know what you would like to have offered :0)

Diane

Artist-How-To Update Free Lesson and Listings

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'Faux Diachronic Glass' lesson on the Artist-How-To Free Tutorial Page
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Listings
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Ebay Items - Zines and CyberPad

ETSY - E-Books, Charms
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Interesting Links
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Cool Timer 2.1

Is a download of a timer you can have on your desktop. I use it as an alarm to help me stay on task.
http://www.soft32.com/download_186926.html

Pod casting - how to do a podcast.

http://www.jakeludington.com/podcasting/20050222_recording_a_podcast.html

"Just Charming"

Have got to see this if you are interested in Altered Arts!

http://justsimplycharming.blogspot.com/

Bob Dylan - Eye Candy

Interesting site just to sit back, watch and take a break.

http://www.ni9e.com/typo/typo_dylan.html
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Personal
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Working on articles for various publications.

Garden is going strong again! Gardening Blog

Learned of a Writer's workshop here in Kansas that looks promising. Always good to learn more :0)

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Keep Creating!

Diane

http://www.artist-how-to.com

Heads Up! New E-Book Listings on Ebay

New listings on on Ebay

E-Books and CyberPad

Artist-How-To Ebay and Update

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EBay Items Ending in 24 Hours
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Artist-How-To Zines (Printed) Listed on EBay
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Interesting Link
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Flickr Images by ETSY Artist "muttsywonder" of her Silk Screening set up.

http://flickr.com/photos/muttsywonder/sets/72157594332185914/
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Congrats!
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Congratulations to all the winners of the free e-books! I am throwing around the idea of doing something similar on a regular basis, so be on the lookout!

And BTW you do not have to have a free zine to post :0) Tell me what you are working on, or anything else you want to discuss.

If you were a winner and have not yet contacted me, please do do so as soon as you can.
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Closing
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Diane Dobson Barton
http://www.artist-how-to.com

“I’d LikeTo Check You For Ticks” AKA Artist-How-To Free Lesson - Artist's Statement

New Free Article posted at Artist-How-To.com on "Writing an Artist's Statement"

http://www.artist-how-to.com/ArtistsStatement.htm

In case you have missed it this is where you can find all free articles - Updated Regularly.

http://www.artist-how-to.com/free.htm

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Response
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Check out the previous post to see the amazing response to the latest "Special". To see that just made my entire day!

Diane

SPECIAL Artist-How-To Update April 15th

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Special Offer To First 5 Posters!
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OK this post will be short and to the point. The first 5 people that reply to this post on the blog will receive a free e-book of their choice, from the site http://www.artist-how-to.com/. We have close to 3000 subscribers so this is the perfect chance to come on out! :0)
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Online Shops
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Listings on EBay featuring Zines at a special price! Once they are gone they will no longer be offered in the format shown.

http://cgi6.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=artist-how-to

Shop in or ETSY shop, while the items are still available!

http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5025455
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This week I had the wonderful opportunity to attend an area Writer's Conference. I am still reeling from the vast amount of information I was privilege to. I am sure you will hear more about that in the coming weeks :0)

The garden was under snow this weekend. That is right snow in Kansas, in April. Too see pics go here to the Gardening Blog, "Will Art For Food"
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Conclusion
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Well, that wraps it up for this week. And whatever you do not forget to post as soon as you read this!

New Image For Altered Artists/ Artist How To

New image uploaded for Altered Artists to use! Two first class plane tickets/boarding pass. Of course the passenger name has been take off along with the bar code changed. There is bound to be some fool that thinks they can use it. But, let it be known I am not responsible for that fool, and have taken off ALL the personal information. So now the rest of us can use it creatively :0)



http://www.artist-how-to.com/ticket.htm

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Artist-How-To

http://www-artist-how-to.com

Artist-How-To.com, Taxes, Garden Blog, E-books

If you are like many, you had a cold spell this past week, you were forced back inside. To help take advantage of that extra time indoors bone up on your alternative methods of photography 'Section Four - Alternative Methods' of our latest release "Black and White with a 35mm SLR Camera".

Or get a hold of that clutter, with "Controlling Creative Clutter: Organizing the Artist's Studio" 2nd Edition

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Ten things you can deduct as an Artist working from home.
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(Note- I am not a tax attorney, so be sure to contact a legal professional if necessary)

April 15th is only 7 days away! So if you haven't filed already, you are most likely feeling the 'crunch time'.

1. Magazines - That's right, any magazine that you purchase to read more about your chosen profession, or submit your art to is allowed.

2. Entry Fees - Time to dig out the information you filed away back in March of 2006 to enter your work in that competition.

3. Art supplies - Must have to make art. So remember to keep those receipts from Hobby Lobby and Dick Blick!

4. A portion of your rent/mortgage - You will find the necessary information most likely on your schedule C form.

5. Internet - Percentage of cost you use for business.

6. Hardware - Computer Hardware that is. Did you need to get a new Printer last year?

7. Maintenance - Upkeep of studio/office space, such as necessary floor covering, or wall paint.

8. Office Supplies - Paper used in printer, ink, envelopes etc that are a part of business.

9. Postage - Cost of postage for work sold, or for shows.

10. Travel Cost - Did you need to make a run somewhere to participate in a business activity? Be sure to take the deductions possible. But only those that apply to necessary business travel.

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News On Wiki
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In order to better meet the customer needs the ArtyWiki on hold. We have returned to the original format found at http://artist-how-to.com/free.htm

I will continue to add more information to the page, as I have done in the past. Please continue with your input :0)
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Interesting Link
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Using Google Calendar To 'Rock Your World'http://webworkerdaily.com/2007/03/22/rock-your-google-calendar-in-18-ways/

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I opened this post with a mention of the weather. Unfortunately it took its toll on my garden plants. But, as soon as it is warm enough again I will be back out there. This includes trying my hand at growing some cotton, gourds, and plants for dye material. To keep tabs on the activity join us at 'Will Art For Food' http://willartforfood.blogspot.com/

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Have a wonderful Easter Everyone :0)

Diane Dobson Barton

http://www.artist-how-to.com/

Artist-How-To Sale last the next 24 hours only!!!!!

'Special Spring Sale' on the following items:

Controlling Creative Clutter Ebook - Regularly $9.99 On sale for $5.99"

"Black and White with Your SLR Camera" ***New Release*** From $3.99

Vintage Images - Collection One - Regularly $5.99 - On Sale For $2.99

New Tutorial on Artist-How-To

New tutorial to check out at http://www.artywiki.org

Make a buffer wheel for your Dremel tool. Perfect for polishing your polymer clay items quick and easy!

http://www.artist-how-to.com/artywiki/tiki-read_article.php?articleId=62



Be sure to check out latest sales at Artist-How-To at http://artist-how-to.com/Sale.htm

http://www.artist-how-to.com

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Adobe Releases new Project - Apollo

http://labs.adobe.com/wiki/index.php/Apollo

If you are into designing your own art site - be sure to check this out!

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Gardening blog updated if curious http://willartforfood.blogspot.com/

Later gang!

Diane

ArtistHow-To.com Controlling Creative Clutter Sale

Spring Clean Sale "Controlling Creative Clutter: Organizing the Artist's Studio" 2nd Edition Regularly $9.99 now $5.99!!!!

Until March 31st Only http://artist-how-to.com/creativeclutter.htm

Artist-How-To.com New FreeTutorial

New Lesson and Images in Gallery at ArtyWiki http://artywiki.org/

So the question of the day is....'What do you drink when your creating?"

I tend to stick with diet coke or coffee. I get so wrapped up in what I am doing it gets cold or hot, before I know it. And, anything stronger and I may as well give up trying to get any work accomplished. What can I say? am a wimp :0).

Artist-How-To New Release and Sale!!!

New items on Sale at Artist-How-To.com Sale Page http://artist-how-to.com/Sale.htm

First Installment on the newest release "Black and White with a 35mm SLR Camera: Part One" for $3.99


http://artist-how-to.com/phototextsections.htm
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"Romance In Bloom" Image Collection - Regularly $4.99 -On Sale for $2.99
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Vintage Images - Collection One On Sale for $5.99 Regularly $9.99
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ArtistHowToDOTcom ETSY Shop

And Another Interesting ETSY Shop ....


OrionStars
http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=30167
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Links Of Interest

Amazing Photographic Images
http://www.antilimit.com/

Animation you have to see to believe
http://www.animationmentor.com/quicktime/winterShowcase/

Beautiful Creations Made From Paper
http://www.petercallesen.com/
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Diane Dobson Barton

http://www.artist-how-to.com