Help me pick an artistic name!

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   Smart is Goodposted 12 years ago

   Hey everyone! I would like you to post some ideas for my artistic name. I will describe myself and what I want and you tell me what you have come up with. First of all I am a graphic designer, I am 18 and very creative and kooky. I want this name to be short, creative, kooky as well, and design or art related. You can use other languages but only spanish, english and french, that are the ones I speak.
   The only semi-idea I have though of is something with the word pixel, but I would like to hear other ideas. So please help me!

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      paradigmsearchposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      You could end up having this trademark name for your entire career, so think carefully...

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         mybestcribs1posted 5 years agoin reply to this

         I would proceed to a thesaurus and plug in the above words to start giving you ideas.

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      paradigmsearchposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      I would proceed to a thesaurus and plug in the above words to start giving you ideas.

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      Pearldiverposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Paint My Brush Inc - (Ink)

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      couturepopcafeposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Honestly, this is the second time you've looked for someone to help you with a name. I've never known an artist who doesn't know themselves well enough to pick their own names.

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         Smart is Goodposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         I posted the same question twice, once as a proper question and the same as a forum just because sometimes my questions get deleted here in hubpages. I do know myself more than enough and that's why I described myself so you could come up with ideas. Of course I'm not going to take the names anyone gives me; it's just for inspiration which is what artist do. I chose my artistic name on my own with ideas I already had; I just wanted to know what everyone thought. So If you finished judging, thank you for your post and don't bother to reply.

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            couturepopcafeposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            Oh, boo hoo. I guess I was judging. Sorry about that. I'm just tired of children who want someone else to do their homework for them. There's so much of that in these forums. "Help me with my first hub!" "Please check out my hubs!" "Help me pick a name" (When I'm not going to use your names anyway I just want to waste everyone's time).  Now that may or may not be you but...

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               Smart is Goodposted 12 years agoin reply to this

               I know hubpages is packed with people who don't even know how to write, or ask silly questions. I'm young but I'm no child, I love writing and I love art; but it's good for an artist to search for inspiration, to ask others opinions, to share; etc. I by no means intended to sound like "I'm just wasting your time" but what I meant by saying that I wasn't going to use anyone else's ideas was because I wouldn't feel good about it. I wanted to name myself and everyone here in the forum could help me boost my inspiration and ideas I had hidden in my head to come up with a name on my own. You seem smart enough to understand where I'm coming from and I hope in the future you might want to check some of my work.

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                  WD Curry 111posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                  Take it from an artist. Never ask a writer.

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                  couturepopcafeposted 12 years agoin reply to this

                  That's funny WD. No, really.
                  
                  Dear Smart - I'm so glad you responded with that. I actually got back in here to give you a public apology. I thought about deleting my former comment and decided I needed to be up for public accountability. Anyway, I apologize sincerely with the weak excuse of having a rare frustrating day that day. You're a beautiful and no doubt talented person and deserve all your heart's desires. I wish you prosperity in your prolific talent.
                  
                  P.S. I'm an artist, writer, designer, former dancer, singer, with a bit of film acting under my belt. Just a sidebar about the don't ask a writer bit. But I do get it.

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                     WD Curry 111posted 12 years agoin reply to this

                     Never ask an artist either. That is what my favorite teacher at Ringling said, "Never ask another artist to critique your work." I never asked him, but he critiqued mine plenty!
                     
                     I was touched that you left your comment up. I have gone back and trashed some of mine. I am sorry anyone at all saw them. I have enough dumb stuff around here as it is.

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      Marisa Wrightposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      What's the end purpose of the name?
      
      If you're seeking to gain credibility online, nicknames of any kind aren't the best choice.  People like to deal with real people. 
      
      I know many people who started out their internet journey using a nickname and then wished they'd used a proper name.   It doesn't have to be your name, it just has to sound like it could be a real person, with a first name and a surname.

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         Pamela N Redposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         I agree with Marisa. You need something that sounds professional and represents your work. Once you start with a name you should stick with it.

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            Smart is Goodposted 12 years agoin reply to this

            I think you're right, the main reason why I was trying to come up with an artistic name is because both my name and surname are as common as they can be, and don't match at all with my style and personality. The name I came up with is Pixie Kadavra and I'm happy with it.

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      Greek Oneposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Artisana
      Kooky
      Hermione
      Sally
      Mulva

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      JohnPLyonsposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      "KookyPix"

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      Warren Huntposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      how about,  smart is good, the creative artist or, Florence the imaginary artist

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      helenstuartposted 7 years agoin reply to this

      how about Pix L. and please ignore the rude comments of insecure people who suddenly get the opportunity to PUT YOU down because you were open and honest and asked a question. I am just blown away when I see what I presume are grown people being such Bullies. It's not you. Being anonymous brings out the anti-social in their media. Prosperity and congratulations.

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       venus Psychicposted 6 years agoin reply to this

       i wonder after 5 years what you made ..thanks

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       Gab Ferrerposted 5 years agoin reply to this

       This is how I come up with mine. So I'm a fashion enthusiast, but I'm still learning all about it. Like the artist and their forte. You just have to reflect it in who you are! lol Check my story! https://rookie.fashion.blog/about/

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       Rose Upshurposted 5 years agoin reply to this

       For several years I have not been able to invent a stage name for myself. I am an aspiring writer and therefore a pseudonym is very important to me! I can only advise you to play around with Latin or German words.

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   Nouveau Skepticposted 12 years ago

   random ideas:
   PixelHated
   Mote
   PixelSticks
   Pixie

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   PixelsToLifeposted 12 years ago

   Graphchic
   Pixie Chic

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   mistyhorizon2003posted 12 years ago

   Pixiedoodle
   Pixeldoodle
   Queenpixel
   Queenpixie
   Pixelprincess
   Princesspixel
   Pixiepixel
   Pixelpixie
   Perfectpixel
   Perfectpixie

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      Tusitala Tomposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Wing shadow.     You can use it as one or two words.  You could have someone design a logo using this.  The name just came to me.  Makesure no one else has it.  If not, and you like it - go for it.

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   2uesdayposted 12 years ago

   It might help if you can select something that conveys what you can do.   
   
   Remember to check what comes up on a search engine before selecting a name to   use and check it for already being used by others too.
   
     Graphite/  Word play on graphic,dynamite and other part words -
   
     Pixel Lady
     Pixel Power
     Power Pixel - but I am thinking a pixel is only a small part of a picture
     Graphic Chic
     Graphchick
     Designermyte
   
   That's all I can brainstorm in one go.

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      Teresa Schultzposted 12 years agoin reply to this

      Good advice that it might help if the title selected conveys what Smart is Good does, 2uesday, especially if Smart is Good gets a website to advertise her services - having a site found in natural search results can save one a lot of money in advertising costs - and people looking for a designer don't look for cute sounding names when they look for a designer on the Internet - one idea could be to name a domain/website with a search engine friendly name, and follow it on the site only (not in the domain's wording) with "by thecutesoundingnameyouchoose" eg a domain graphic-designer-peru.com and then on the site Graphic Designer Peru by PixelPixie (or whatever other nickname)

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         Teresa Schultzposted 12 years agoin reply to this

         oops, that didn't come out sounding right. I meant it to be Graphic Designer Peru, PixelPixie (or Graphic Design in Peru by PixelPixie)

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   Borsiaposted 12 years ago

   Polypix a combination of the polygon tool and pixel
   Dodgettte Burner
   Pixelette
   point lady
   Dpidoll
   Miss highpass
   Gaussianne
   Pointillizanne
   Magic wanda
   Pathilogica

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   mel22posted 12 years ago

   Pixel and Kookies

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   Teresa Schultzposted 12 years ago

   PixelPixie
   DePix
   LaPix
   PixPics
   PixCreatives
   PixGraphics
   PixGrafix
   PicaPixie

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   PhenomWriterposted 12 years ago

   Hey, I have one for you. Don't say it was good?
   
   **Colors of Ikhnaton**
   
   
   Ikhnaton was a Pharaoh of the Eighteenth dynasty of Egypt who ruled for 17 years and died perhaps in 1336 BC or 1334 BC. He was a terrific poet who wrote some of the most subtle, and beautiful poems ever written. How many times had you had a poet on the throne?
   
   
   
   
   "You arise beauteous in the horizon of the heavens
   Oh living Aten who creates life.
   When you shine forth in the Eastern horizon you fill every land with your beauty.
   You are so beautiful: you are great; gleaming and high over every land.
   Your rays embrace the lands and all you have created;
   You are Re and reach out to all your creations, and hold them for your beloved Son.
   You are afar, but your rays touch the earth;
   Men see you, but know not your ways."
   
   
   -Ikhnaton, 'Poem of Praise to the Sun'
   
   
   http://www.palmyria.co.uk/superstition/akhenaten.htm
   

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    princesswithapenposted 12 years ago

    SIG DESIGN
    (standing for Smart Is Good Design)

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    Faithful Daughterposted 12 years ago

    Dama de Colores or Pixel-Lady

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    Longhunterposted 12 years ago

    Are you looking for name ideas for a business? If so, I like Princesswithapen's idea, SIG DESIGN. A lot could be done to create a logo for that.
    
    If not and this is for your artwork, use your own name and let your art and style speak for itself. Let people associate both with you and your name.
    
    JMHO for what it's worth.

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    RTalloniposted 12 years ago

    Consider:
    
    designs by belle graphique
    
    sig's graffito designs
    
    couleur by graffito
    
    unique couleur
    
    couleur cas

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    Cara.Rposted 12 years ago

    Hi, I'm not sure if my French is any good but i tired   GraphistePixel,  (I tired for as short as I could)
    PixelShifting,     CreatifPixel       JoueurPixel             ArtisteMe

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    Smart is Goodposted 12 years ago

    Thanks to everyone, I've chosen my artistic name already and it is... Pixie Kadavra. I'm starting a facebook virtual portfolio; so far I only got some of the pictures I've taken but it would be cool for you to check them out and let me know what you think. Constructive criticism is always wecome.
    
    https://www.facebook.com/pixiekadavra

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       rebekahELLEposted 12 years agoin reply to this

       I like it! And I like your FB page.  I think after looking at your work, it fits you perfectly. 
       How did you finally make your choice?

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          Smart is Goodposted 12 years agoin reply to this

          I knew I wanted to have something related to the word "pixel" because it is very linked to graphic design; but to add a more girly touch I though of Pixie and then after weeks of brainstorming I found that the word Kadavra was very mysterious, a bit kooky and I though It suited me better than my other options. Beside I think that both pixie and Kadavra sound good together and I can relate to it. Thank you for checking out my work. I'll be posting more stuff soon. XO

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    WD Curry 111posted 12 years ago

    These days, people use fake names too much. Artists should go by their own name, unless they are wanted by the law. Your studio or gallery name can be fictitious. Then you can represent others work as well as your own.
    
    How about Pixel Perfect? Maybe Pure Pixel Perfection?

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    Xenonlitposted 12 years ago

    If you want to be regarded as girly, then a girly theme will work for a limited audience and for a time in your life.
    
    But down the road, you might want a more serious and mature moniker that will last for a long time while telling your audience that you also mean business.
    
    
    Pixels relate to the resolution, clarity and quality of images. There are words that could tie together the concept of pixels and femininity without appearing to be overly lighthearted or youthful.

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    Hui (蕙)posted 12 years ago

    Red Snowlotus
    A beautiful flower lives on snow mountains, sometimes in a difficult habitat in which no other species can survive. Generally yellow, and the red is rare.
    
    Remember this is the second time I give you a suggetion with similar questions.

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       melindaburgeposted 6 years agoin reply to this

       Love it!
       
       Personally I think sorter is sweeter -
       Pyxyl
       Pixellate

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    mauriasposted 8 years ago

    Pioky
    Kookel

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    petermurrayposted 7 years ago

    I am not sure why this forum is showing at the top of the list when your question was asked 5 years ago.
    
    Did you pick an artist name?
    
    Theo Heartist is the genius/pseudonym who is helping me release my inner artist and creative potential.
    Why did I choose the name Theo Heartist? Do a Google search for Theo Heartist and find out why.

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    GoodnewsBasseyposted 7 years ago

    how about LOGISLEEP.

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    Benson Samsonposted 6 years ago

    I think i can help

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    psycheskinnerposted 6 years ago

    This post is five years old, I doubt any more suggestions are needed.

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       Ramonsaysposted 6 years agoin reply to this

       I reading this post now hilarious, the comments on here.

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    R Swaffordposted 6 years ago

    When you spell Pixel backwards, it becomes Lexi P.

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    John Doveposted 6 years ago

    What a great idea! You are probably getting a lot of good candidates for your "pen" name. My suggestions are "pixelmaster" or "pixelvisionary."
    All the best!

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    John Doveposted 6 years ago

    Hi venus Psychic--
    
    How about PixelPixie

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       Abdullah ishfaqposted 6 years agoin reply to this

       excuse me?

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    Abdullah ishfaqposted 6 years ago

    i am new here guys please help me.

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    ecoprincessposted 6 years ago

    even your actual name and an anagram

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    Elitatazposted 6 years ago

    Nice article

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    dogo365posted 6 years ago

    Find a specialist

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    Les LaMotteposted 6 years ago

    https://www.facebook.com/pixiekadavra
    
    PixieGadiva
    Pixietwiddler
    PixieImagineer
    PixiePeru
    PixietwoPeru
    Pixie2Peru
    Pixelme
    Pixelease
    LMDesign4U
    Design4U
    
    
    The name you choose should be oriented to the client not you... speak their language from their perspective and point of view. The name should reflect the benefits that you bring to the table.
    
    Les@Lesimagineer.com

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    Ronald Hartposted 5 years ago

    I think Design4You is good.

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    JBurt3214posted 5 years ago

    Oh, oho hoh

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    saneaposted 5 years ago

    Sooo what you want buddy

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    misslong123posted 5 years ago

    I would assume since the 7 years this original post was written that you have found the right name, but maybe someone else has jumped on the bandwagon.
    
    I would pick something that hasn't already been taken on social media - across all the different sources you plan to use. Like I wish I had known of this tip, because after much thought, I found the name flirty knitter to be free across blogger, twitter, ravelry, pinterest, etc. but I have since thought - duh! I am married and not flirty, and although my husband chose the name, it just doesn't fit well, and I've had to change the name several times anyway, so I would go thru each and every social media you will do and all the blogs and websites you will know and aim for consistency above all else!
    
    Good luck!
    Michele

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       misslong123posted 5 years agoin reply to this

       Oh, and my suggestion on the name is pixie dust. lol

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    Rose Upshurposted 5 years ago

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    terrence2642posted 5 years ago

    In a nice frame ..  TIME WASTES US .. OUR BODIES & OUR WITTS .. WE WASTE TIME ..SO TIME & US  ARE QUITS ..

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    Wishhowposted 4 years ago

    I really like it! also I like your FB page.

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