http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.mysmartartbook.co.nz en-us Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:25:17 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161872/why-turning-kids-art-into-a-book-helps-them-feel-proud/ Children feel proud when their creativity is valued. Turning their artwork into something beautifully made, whether that’s a book, a single print, or a collage print, shows them that what they create matters.It gives their art a place of honourA printed piece feels special. Whether it’s bound into a book, framed as a print, or arranged into a collage, it shows your child that their drawings and paintings are worth keeping and celebrating.It helps them see their progressChildren love looking ... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:43:21 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161872 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161870/how-to-send-kids-artwork-safely-flat-3d-and-fragile-pieces/ Sending your child’s artwork is an exciting step. With a few simple preparations, everything can travel safely, whether it’s a flat drawing, a textured masterpiece, or a collection of mixed pieces. These guidelines help protect the artwork on its journey so it arrives ready to be transformed into something special.Add protection around the artworkA little structure goes a long way in keeping artwork safe.Flat drawings and paintingsPlace them between two pieces of clean cardboard. Tape the ed... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:36:24 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161870 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161869/how-to-prepare-artwork-for-your-my-smart-artbook/ A small amount of preparation helps us digitise your child’s artwork clearly and create a high‑quality Artbook or Print.Choose the pieces you love mostSelect the artworks that feel meaningful. Colourful paintings, early scribbles, school projects, doodles, collages, certificates, or even photos of 3D creations.There is no right or wrong choice. If you’re unsure, you’re welcome to send everything and I’ll help you choose the strongest pieces.What digitises best?Most artwork photographs ... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:28:39 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161869 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161868/how-to-photograph-kids-artwork-at-home-simple-guide/ Photographing your child’s artwork at home can be easier than you think. You don’t need special equipment or a perfect setup. A mobile phone is completely fine, and a few small adjustments can make a big difference in capturing colours and details clearly.If you do have a digital SLR or mirrorless camera, you may get even sharper results with richer colour and less noise, especially in lower light. But it’s absolutely not required as most modern phones take excellent photos when the lighti... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:17:24 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161868 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161867/how-to-store-kids-artwork-until-you-are-ready-for-a-book/ You do not need to decide right away which artworks to keep. A simple storage system can help you hold everything safely until you are ready for a book.Use one box per childChoose a medium sized box or folder for each child. Label it with their name and the year.Add artwork as it comes homePlace new pieces in the box without sorting. This keeps everything in one place and removes the pressure to decide immediately.Review once or twice a yearAt the end of each term or year, look through the box a... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:05:42 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161867 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/post/161865/what-to-do-with-all-the-kids-artwork/ Children create a lot of artwork and it can be hard to know what to keep. Here are five gentle ideas to help you enjoy the memories without feeling overwhelmed.Create a yearly favourites folderChoose a small number of pieces each term or each season. Place them in a folder or box so they are easy to find later.Display a rotating galleryUse a noticeboard, a clip rail or a simple frame that opens from the front. Rotate new pieces in and store the rest.Photograph the everyday piecesSome artworks ar... Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:23:16 +1300 http://www.mysmartartbook.co.nz/blog/#post161865