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No one applauds a finished crossword
Somewhere along the way, we started treating hobbies like startups.
Paint? Monetise it.
Bake? Launch a brand.
Run? Track, optimize, compete, post.
But not everything in life is meant to grow, scale, or generate value.
Lara Coutinho
Mar 13 min read
What if we slowed down a little?
Fewer endless lists and unrealistic expectations. Just three essential tasks per day and an invitation to draw for 10 minutes. I begin every day with an almost touching confidence. I wake up convinced that today — finally today — I will complete every single task I wrote on my list. I will belong to the 5 a.m. club, reply to all my emails, get ahead on work, organize paperwork, go to my 5 p.m. gym class, attend my English lesson after dinner and, as if that weren’t enough, go
Lara Coutinho
Feb 214 min read
How to Organize your Digital Photos
How to organize your digital art files and photos
Lara Coutinho
Aug 18, 20244 min read
"Transform Your Art Studio with These 5 Thrift Store Finds"
From storing brushes to keeping necessary supplies on hand, vintage products can transform your art studio into a more inspiring space.
Lara Coutinho
Apr 4, 20244 min read
Simplify Your Instagram Strategy: Conquer the Stress of What to Post!
Have a system for a well-organized feed that significantly improves your IG presence in "quiet quitting mode.
Lara Coutinho
Jul 1, 20235 min read
As You Start to Walk on the Way, the Way Appears
Life is a constant journey without a clear path, full of unexpected turns and detours
It is sometimes difficult to start.
Lara Coutinho
May 28, 20232 min read
Watercolors, What to Do First? Play Around as a Child
What to do every time you buy new watercolors: from creating a drawing to exploring the colors.
Lara Coutinho
May 21, 20233 min read
Let's #leaf boring watercolor painting behind & branch out easy techniques!
This is a #watercolortutorial for beginners interested in experimenting with new and easy #paintingtechniques.
Lara Coutinho
May 14, 20234 min read
The Buddhist Method of Sewing a French Knot
How to Sew a French Knot - a Step by Step Guide with a Buddhist Approach
Short Video Included
Lara Coutinho
Apr 30, 20233 min read
Hold a Stone
Meditation with a stone: whether it is for its aesthetic value or as a way to with #nature, specific techniques can enhance the #experience.
Lara Coutinho
Apr 9, 20232 min read
“Steering Clear of Misery: Picasso`s Lessons for Thriving as an Artist"
Even though I could not say everything literally, and my English accent is not the best: I´m very #happy I`ve done it. Here it is, my...
Lara Coutinho
Feb 17, 20236 min read
How about Unfulfilled Goals?
We freeze in front of a list of complex and/or overwhelming tasks. What to do about it?
Lara Coutinho
Dec 25, 20224 min read
Hate Peas? Make a Soup!
My dear friends, I just discovered my favorite soup.
I have said I didn't like peas? No, no, no. I love Pea Soup! Gordon's pea soup.
Lara Coutinho
Nov 27, 20222 min read
Bring Nature Home
Why you should buy art that's not only Nature inspired, includes the Mother's Earth creations.
Lara Coutinho
Oct 15, 20222 min read
I'm a little lost, I admit.
Artistic process: why doing less, is more.
Lara Coutinho
Sep 11, 20223 min read
Drink Water that looks like Gin&Tonic
Infused water with fruity taste. Easy drink recipes for busy artists.
Lara Coutinho
Aug 28, 20222 min read
The Art Website is Just the Beginning
Website Design - What to do and look for, even before choosing your website template
Lara Coutinho
Jul 24, 20223 min read
The Magic Ingredient is You!
Art is a personal expression of the artist. Your audience wants to understand the why, how, and when you do your work.
Lara Coutinho
Jul 17, 20225 min read
My First Six Months as a Freelance Artist
A personal approach to the basics of starting a business. My evolution has been slow and irregular as I found several challenges ahead of me
Lara Coutinho
Jun 27, 20225 min read
Who am I?
I think it's time to introduce myself properly. Hi everyone, my name is Lara Coutinho, I'm Portuguese and I work at an International...
Lara Coutinho
Jun 12, 20222 min read
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