'I'm new to this'
By SHERIDAN LE'TOILLE
I’m new to this' – A Beginner’s Guide to Breaking Into the Art World
By Sheridan Le’Toille, Page One Gallery
Are you an emerging artist with big dreams and no clue where to start?
'I’m New to This' is the ultimate guidebook for creatives ready to stop calling their art a hobby and start taking it seriously.
Written in a refreshingly real, no-jargon tone, this magazine walks you through the messy, exciting, and sometimes scary first steps of becoming a working artist.
Hard Copy magazine (30% OFF)
$14.00 (ON SALE $9.80)
Enjoy a 30 page hard copy magazine to accomodate that afternoon downtime. Dive deep into the harsh truths and easy techniques to seamlessly emerge yourself into the art world.
E-BOOK (30% OFF)
$10.00 (ON SALE $7.00)
Make it more convenient and purchase the e-book version. Scroll through every page and learn effective ways to find your art style and bring it into the world.
eXPLORE 9 CHAPTERS FILLED WITH TIPS, TRICKS AND REALITY CHECKS ABOUT BEING AN EMERGING ARTIST.
Blending inspiration with action, this beautifully designed guide walks you through the early stages of creative life—like discovering your artistic voice, experimenting with affordable materials, and building the courage to share your work (even when you're terrified). It gently pushes back against the myth of the 'starving artist,' offering tips for making art on a tight budget and smart ways to start monetising your work—without selling out.
You’ll learn how to show up on social media without burning out, talk about your art in ways that feel natural, and build a meaningful audience without chasing likes. Throughout, the tone is honest, uplifting, and refreshingly relatable—like a creative friend who’s been through it all and wants to see you win.
Whether you’re making art from your bedroom, doodling on the train, or dreaming of your first exhibition, 'I’m new to this' is your down-to-earth companion for the messy, magical, brave beginning of your artist journey.