Abbie Shores & OAM
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Authoress and artist. Oils and acrylics, digital and photography. My dark stories are semi autobiographical. Retired painter of ships and pets. Manager on Pixels.com. All posts my own and of Our Arts Magazine (OAM).
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When Should We Start Advertising for Christmas? (Yes, Already!)

Christmas adverts seem to appear earlier every year, but is there really a “too soon” for festive marketing? Let’s unwrap the timing debate with a sprinkle of humour, a dash of strategy, and a generous dollop of mince pie spirit.
When Should We Start Advertising for Christmas? (Yes, Already!)
Christmas adverts seem to appear earlier every year, but is there really a “too soon” for festive marketing? Let’s unwrap the timing debate with a sprinkle of humour, a dash of strategy, and a generous dollop of mince pie spirit.
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Good afternoon :) Hope you are all having a good day. Mine will be spent putting up some new artwork I am working on and planning works social media calendar. What are you up to?
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Playlists that help you get in the flow

Discover how the right playlist can draw you into creative flow. From lo-fi to metal, Abbie Shores explores how sound shapes concentration—and shares two of her own unexpected favourites.
Playlists that help you get in the flow
Discover how the right playlist can draw you into creative flow. From lo-fi to metal, Abbie Shores explores how sound shapes concentration—and shares two of her own unexpected favourites.
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Homepage Tweaks That Lift Conversions

Discover practical homepage design tweaks that increase conversions — from clear messaging and visual flow to stronger call-to-action buttons and trust signals.
Homepage Tweaks That Lift Conversions
Discover practical homepage design tweaks that increase conversions — from clear messaging and visual flow to stronger call-to-action buttons and trust signals.
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Image Licences 101: What Creatives Should Know

A clear, beginner-friendly guide to image licences for creatives. Learn the difference between copyright, royalty-free, rights-managed, Creative Commons, and public domain, and discover how to protect your own work while using others’ images legally.
Image Licences 101: What Creatives Should Know
A clear, beginner-friendly guide to image licences for creatives. Learn the difference between copyright, royalty-free, rights-managed, Creative Commons, and public domain, and discover how to protect your own work while using others’ images legally.
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Field Notes from a Country Walk

A quiet countryside walk can become a moving sketchbook. Here, field notes reveal textures, sounds, and fleeting moments that spark creativity for artists and writers alike
Field Notes from a Country Walk
A quiet countryside walk can become a moving sketchbook. Here, field notes reveal textures, sounds, and fleeting moments that spark creativity for artists and writers alike
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Burnout in Creative Work: Early Signs and Remedies

Discover the early signs of creative burnout and practical remedies to restore balance, energy, and inspiration in your artistic practice.
Burnout in Creative Work: Early Signs and Remedies
Discover the early signs of creative burnout and practical remedies to restore balance, energy, and inspiration in your artistic practice.
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Joan Stratton: Ether, Emotion, and the Art of Layered Life

Explore the vibrant digital art of Joan Stratton — a mixed media artist from Queensland, blending nature, colour, and emotion in every piece.
Joan Stratton: Ether, Emotion, and the Art of Layered Life
Explore the vibrant digital art of Joan Stratton — a mixed media artist from Queensland, blending nature, colour, and emotion in every piece.
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Christina Rollo – Hummingbirds, Harmony, and the Heart of Nature

A feature on Christina Rollo, fine art photographer from New York. Discover her journey, inspirations, and her passion for hummingbirds, nature, and peaceful photography.
Christina Rollo – Hummingbirds, Harmony, and the Heart of Nature
A feature on Christina Rollo, fine art photographer from New York. Discover her journey, inspirations, and her passion for hummingbirds, nature, and peaceful photography.
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Hahaha I'm not sharing mine right now
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Yeah, no codes right now... Go for it!!!
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Ok that sounds like it could have been fun to watch ;)
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Rituals That Protect Your Studio Time

Rituals are more than routines—they are small, intentional acts that protect your studio time, carry you into creative focus, and hold distractions at bay. From opening gestures to closing care, these practices remind you that your art deserves its own rhythm…
Rituals That Protect Your Studio Time
Rituals are more than routines—they are small, intentional acts that protect your studio time, carry you into creative focus, and hold distractions at bay. From opening gestures to closing care, these practices remind you that your art deserves its own rhythm and respect.
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Best Art Books for Autumn Evenings

Discover the best art books to enjoy on autumn evenings. From Vermeer and Gombrich classics to intimate biographies, modern narratives, and hands-on creative guides, these titles will inspire reflection and creativity as the nights draw in.
Best Art Books for Autumn Evenings
Discover the best art books to enjoy on autumn evenings. From Vermeer and Gombrich classics to intimate biographies, modern narratives, and hands-on creative guides, these titles will inspire reflection and creativity as the nights draw in.
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I LOVE picnics. Such a wonderful way to unwind :-)
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The Picnic Revival

Rediscover the art of the picnic. From history and essentials to seasonal inspiration, explore how this timeless tradition becomes a way of life.
The Picnic Revival
Rediscover the art of the picnic. From history and essentials to seasonal inspiration, explore how this timeless tradition becomes a way of life.
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Keep Contracts in Writing: Protecting Creative Work and Relationships

Why every creative needs written contracts for commissions, collaborations, and licensing .... even with family and friends. Learn what to include, how to avoid disputes, and why contracts safeguard both your income and your…
Keep Contracts in Writing: Protecting Creative Work and Relationships
Why every creative needs written contracts for commissions, collaborations, and licensing .... even with family and friends. Learn what to include, how to avoid disputes, and why contracts safeguard both your income and your relationship
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The Changing Face of the Music Festival

Woodstock to Glastonbury to Virtual Streaming Events, we look at the changing face of the music festival
The Changing Face of the Music Festival
Woodstock to Glastonbury to Virtual Streaming Events, we look at the changing face of the music festival
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Know the Difference Between Licensing and Selling: Legal and Practical Implications for Creatives

Discover the key differences between licensing and selling creative work. Learn why rights-managed licensing is stronger than royalty-free, and how platforms like Licensing Pixels help artists protect…
Know the Difference Between Licensing and Selling: Legal and Practical Implications for Creatives
Discover the key differences between licensing and selling creative work. Learn why rights-managed licensing is stronger than royalty-free, and how platforms like Licensing Pixels help artists protect their rights, retain control, and maximise long-term value.
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Mood Board – Embers of Autumn

A warm and nostalgic collection of russet leaves, golden light, and cosy textures. Perfect inspiration for art, styling, and storytelling that captures the season’s fading glow.
Mood Board – Embers of Autumn
A warm and nostalgic collection of russet leaves, golden light, and cosy textures. Perfect inspiration for art, styling, and storytelling that captures the season’s fading glow.
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Wartime Cooking and Rationing & Recipe

Explore how British families coped with food rationing during the Second World War. From Woolton Pie to make-do-and-mend, discover the recipes, resilience, and household wisdom of the wartime kitchen.
Wartime Cooking and Rationing & Recipe
Explore how British families coped with food rationing during the Second World War. From Woolton Pie to make-do-and-mend, discover the recipes, resilience, and household wisdom of the wartime kitchen.
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