Traditional vs Digital Art: Which Makes You More Money in 2025?

Are you wondering if traditional art still matters in the age of AI? Or if digital art is the better way to go when it comes to selling your work?
I've heard this question so many times, and today I'm diving into it with real talk on what actually works for artists trying to build a sustainable creative business.

In this video, I’ll share how I combine traditional + digital art in my process (and why it matters more than ever), how you can create your own custom brushes, and how to turn your handmade textures into digital products you can use or sell.

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Chapters:
00:00 Welcome to the iPad Art Break Podcast Series
00:37 Meet Liz: Artist, Educator, and Creative Business Mentor
00:45 What This Video Is About: Traditional vs. Digital Art
01:07 Why This Topic Matters in the Age of AI Art
01:51 My Background in Traditional Fine Arts and Ceramics
03:01 How I Blend Traditional and Digital Art in My Process
03:37 Which Is Better for Selling Art: Traditional or Digital?
04:04 Free Resource: Everything Bagel Brush Set (Download Below)
04:12 Realistic Procreate Brushes That Mimic Traditional Media
04:38 Join The Studio with a Free Trial (Link in Description)
04:52 In-Depth Class on Realistic Brushmaking in Procreate
05:25 Creating Your Own Texture Brushes from Traditional Media
06:50 Why Custom Brushes Matter for Licensing and Sales
08:27 Taking Off-Grid Days to Reconnect with Your Creativity
09:26 How to Convert Traditional Artwork into Digital Files
10:00 Using Slow Days to Explore Traditional Art Again
10:52 Move Your Body, Move Your Creativity
12:00 Making Repeat Patterns with Traditional Art Techniques
12:22 Learn Traditional Pattern Design in My Studio Class
12:36 Question Time: Best POD Platform for Real Sales Data
13:42 Tell Me in the Comments: Do You Use Traditional Art?
13:58 Watch Next: Make and Sell Procreate Brushes & Vectorize Art

In This Video You’ll Learn:
✅ Why traditional art is becoming more valuable in the age of AI
✅ How to blend traditional + digital art into your workflow
✅ How to make your digital art look handmade
✅ Why making your own brushes sets your work apart
✅ Tips to fight creative block by using different materials
✅ The mindset that helps artists stay inspired (even when trends shift)

In this video, Liz Kohler Brown, a surface designer and hand-lettering artist, explores the growing tension between digital and traditional art. Drawing from her MFA background and years of professional experience, Liz shares practical ways to blend both mediums for profitability and personal fulfillment. Whether you’re a watercolor lover, a die-hard iPad artist, or just feeling the pressure of AI-generated art, this video will help you embrace your creative identity — and build a business around it.

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