Here’s a look at some of the interesting articles in EBSQ’s feedreader this past week:

Are you spamming without realizing it?

TET takes a look at artist newsletters from the recipient’s point of view.  His article purely addresses the frequency issue, but I have one other point to add in regarding the “spamming” aspect: did everyone on your email list request to be there? If not, please reconsider how you gather names and make sure folks have an easy way to opt-out!

The Sustainability of Vintage Suits

In the past, EBSQ has presented articles on repurposing old clothes into new clothes. Etsian thistledownandfinch shows you how to reclaim a single suit into multiple projects.

related articles at EBSQ: 

EBSQ Live Studio: Repurposed: From Shirt to Skirt

EBSQ Live Studio: Repurposed: From Jeans to Skirt

The Best Investments for Turbulent Times

Toni Sikes of The Artful Home makes a powerful argument for why art is more important than ever.

Natasha’s Geek-to-Real-World Translation Guide

EBSQ Contributing Author Natasha Wescoat de-technos our frequent “Geek Speak” with this handy dandy guide on her personal blog 

Ulrich Selling Basquiat Painting

I included this link because it was both timely and also because our name and roots are tied to Jean-Michel Basquiat’s art. “Untitled (Boxer)” is considered by many to be Basquiat’s finest work. Others think it’s utter tripe. I’d love to know what you all think of it!

related article at EBSQ:

EBSQ Confidential: Who we are & how we got here