Hey THere, I am Roben-Marie -
The Tech-Savvy Artist!
I live in Florida with my hubby of 32 years, but I have lived all over, having grown up in a military family.
I love to read and bake just about anything. I like to sleep in, go barefoot, travel when I get the chance and am a follower of Jesus!
Nice to meet you!
I'm the person tech-challenged artists and makers turn to when they want to reach their dream of creating a website they can be proud of while simultaneously gaining the confidence and skills to maintain it!
As a tech-savvy artist, instructor and woman of faith, my mission is to serve others and help them get the most out of their art as a hobby, or as a business.
I created Maker's Tech U after 16+ years of running my own businesses online and having many artists reach out to me for tech help. It was a natural transition for me to offer my services to artists and makers who just need a life line to help them navigate on their journey.
I have been a working artist for the last sixteen years, and am self-taught, so I believe that anyone can cultivate their creative spark. I've taught mixed media art workshops and retreats across the U.S. and my work has been featured in countless books and industry magazines including: Journal It!, The Artist Unique, Creative Lettering Workshop, Art Saves, Exhibition 36, Journal Revolution, A World of Artist Journal Pages, 1000 Artist Journal Pages, "Somerset Studio," "Art Journaling," "Green Craft," "Artist' Cafe," "Artful Blogging," "Legacy," "Somerset Memories," "Somerset Life," "Somerset Apprentice" and "Somerset Gallery."
I've worked with clients on all things tech, including website design, email marketing, video editing and more!
Check out these podcast episodes where I have been featured:
Laura Horn Art Podcast: Making the Most of Technology as an Artist #111
Creatives Get Real Podcast - Episode 037
The Left Brain Podcast - Episode 037
What is one thing you can’t live without?
I would go short of crazy without lip balm. They are located in all rooms of my house and I sleep with one under my pillow.
What career would be a runner up to what you do now?
Either a set stylist for movies or a Special Teams staff member for an NFL team. I love football!
Is there anything you wanted to accomplish in life, but haven't yet?
Oh, yes! Ever since I was 15 I have wanted to learn American Sign Language. I know the alphabet and a couple dozen words, but it is still on my bucket list.
How do you relax?
I read and I’m especially fond of psychological and military thrillers and I love learning the meaning of new words when reading British authors.
Do you have a nickname?
My friends call me the app queen, because I love testing out new software and apps. I know it is a bit geeky, but it’s how I roll. And, my sweet husband calls me Little Marie!
Other than art supplies, what are your studio essentials?
Good lighting, ceiling fan, a Hallmark Movie, coconut water and a bowl of Pirate’s Booty!
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