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My Favorite Supplies for Painting with Gouache
Hello, thanks for checking out my blog! I’m Daphne Vantine, a gouache artist living in Medford, MA with my husband, Mark - we’re...
Mar 268 min read


Overcoming Creative Obstacles: Lessons Learned from a Difficult Commission
I just completed the most difficult, yet most rewarding, commission of my artistic career. This piece was an 8x10 inch wedding bouquet,...
Jan 175 min read


My 2024 Art Business Recap
Are you a new year’s resolution type? I definitely am. I find this time of year to be so refreshing, especially since I started my own...
Jan 175 min read


My Pop-up Gallery Experience
In November 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to sell my artwork at a Pop-Up Gallery in Melrose, MA! This event was organized by a...
Dec 12, 20244 min read


Artistic Growth Through Painting: 5 Favorite Pieces from My First Year in Business
Like I mentioned in a previous blog post, I haven’t taken nearly enough time to stop and acknowledge a year’s work in my art business....
Dec 3, 20243 min read


First Year Lessons: The Realities of Running an Art Business
If you haven’t read my full reflection of my transition out of the corporate world, I highly recommend checking it out! This post here,...
Nov 25, 20244 min read


Transitioning to a Full Time Artist - My First Year After Leaving Corporate
Want to listen to this blog post? Play Daphne's recorded audio here . After spending 5 years post grad in tech sales, I decided it was...
Oct 17, 202415 min read


From Farmers Market to Easel: The Story Behind My Blueberry Painting
I'm thrilled to share my newest creation with you—"Blueberries"! This piece holds a special place in my heart, as it was inspired by the...
Sep 22, 20242 min read


How to Preserve Your Special Day with Custom Wedding Artwork
Hello, art enthusiasts! Daphne here. Today, I’m excited to share a special project that’s close to my heart—my first custom wedding...
Sep 5, 20242 min read


Creating a Fenway Park Painting for a Season-Ticket Holder
In April 2024, I had the pleasure of working on a truly special commission—a Fenway Park painting. The folks who reached out to me were...
Aug 29, 20241 min read


Summer Bliss at My Family's Maine Cottage
As summer rolls in, I’m savoring a rare and cherished break. Heading into the season, I deliberately packed my schedule in May and June...
Aug 4, 20243 min read


How It Feels to Sell Original Artwork for the First Time
I can hardly contain my excitement as I write this, but I SOLD AN ORIGINAL PAINTING! It’s one of those moments that I can’t quite put...
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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