Free Portrait Art Event This Week

Hey Artist! Do you love to create portraits and can use more tips and inspiration? Check out Let's Face It Creative Jump Start 2026 this week October 6- 10, 2025. It is a free, live event happening on Kara Bullock's site through Zoom and Facebook.

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Each day this week, one portrait artist will be featured for tips and a Q&A. See the schedule for the times. Replays will be available, too. This will be my first time attending and the format looks good. Sign up today if you are interested. Have a great day!

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