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An artist in New Zealand uses her iPad to paint a sustainable side income.
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Episode 1314
Welcome to Throwback Thursday / “Where are they now?” where we take an in-depth look at someone who’s story has evolved considerably since we first featured them. Today, in our latest feature, we’ll hear from Karin in Ep. 457: Kiwi Coder Makes Extra $50,000/Year from Digital Paintbrushes. I really liked this story and it’s a classic example of something that could only exist in this New Economy that we’re all experiencing. A lot has happened since we first featured Karin—she’s moved into a new apartment, thanks in part to that very healthy side income, and she’s also noticing how her industry is changing with more competitors, so she’s thinking ahead about her next steps. Listen to today's episode to hear Karin's updates...MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- iPad Lettering: Up your digital calligraphy game—check out Karin's brushes on her website!
- Procreate: The iPad program that Karin used to create her calligraphy creations and brushes
- Adobe Business Catalyst: The platform that Karin used to create her website for iPad Lettering
- Kiwi Coder Makes Extra $50,000/Year from Virtual Paintbrushes: A New Zealand-based software developer puts her digital skills to artistic use by creating virtual lettering brushes for budding digital calligraphers.
- Graphic Designer Profits from Print on Demand; Quits Job to Hike New Zealand: With zero cost, a graphic designer earns $20,000 and works virtually while hiking the Te Araroa trail in New Zealand.
- Designer Earns Extra $5,000/Month Posting Logos on Instagram: After first rejecting Instagram as being “only for selfies,” a Sri Lankan designer starts a popular account that earns steady affiliate commissions.
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