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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 2026
Welcome to MarkerPencil.com and the Vanilla Arts family of websites. Your privacy matters to me, and I believe privacy policies should be understandable by actual humans.
This website may collect limited personal information when you:
subscribe to the newsletter
purchase products or memberships
submit forms or comments
participate in forums or community areas
browse pages on the site
Information Collected— Depending on how you interact with the site, information collected may include:
your name
email address
billing information processed through third-party payment providers
browser type and device information
pages visited and general website activity
IP address and approximate geographic region
I do not sell your personal information.
Cookies— This website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and understand how visitors use the site. Cookies may be used for:
website analytics
remembering preferences
shopping cart functionality
embedded video or media content
affiliate link tracking
newsletter signup forms
community or login features
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if preferred, though some features of the site may not function correctly.
Analytics— This website may use analytics services such as Google Analytics to better understand website traffic and improve content. Analytics tools may collect anonymized usage data including pages viewed, referral sources, device type, and general visitor behavior. Learn more about how Google uses data here:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
You can opt out of Google Analytics here:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Embedded Content— Articles and pages may include embedded content such as YouTube videos, Pinterest pins, social media posts, or other third-party media. Embedded content behaves the same way as if you visited the third-party website directly and may collect data according to that service’s own privacy policy.
Email Newsletter— If you subscribe to the newsletter, your email address is stored through a third-party email service provider for the purpose of delivering newsletters, updates, and educational content. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email.
Affiliate Links— Some pages may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through those links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate participation may include programs such as Amazon Associates, Awin, LinkDeli, and others.
Community Areas— If you participate in forums, comments, or community discussions, any information you voluntarily post may be publicly visible to other users. Please avoid sharing sensitive personal information in public spaces.
Third-Party Services— This website may use third-party tools and services including:
Squarespace
Google Analytics
YouTube
Pinterest
Mighty Networks
Email marketing providers
Payment processors
Each third-party service maintains its own privacy practices.
Your Rights— Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data. To request assistance, please contact me through the contact information provided on this website.
Changes to This Policy— This policy may be updated occasionally to reflect changes in website functionality, legal requirements, or business practices.
Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Terms of Use
Effective Date: June 2026
By using MarkerPencil.com and related websites operated by Vanilla Arts, you agree to the following terms.
Educational Content— All content on this website is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Art instruction involves personal interpretation, experimentation, and practice. Results will vary between individuals.
Intellectual Property— Unless otherwise stated, all artwork, photographs, videos, graphics, written content, downloads, lessons, and educational materials are the property of Vanilla Arts and Amy Shulke.
Content may not be copied, redistributed, republished, resold, or used for commercial teaching purposes without written permission.
Limited sharing through social media links or Pinterest pins is permitted when proper credit and links are included.
Memberships and Digital Products— Purchases of memberships, courses, workshops, or downloadable products grant personal-use access only.
Sharing login credentials, redistributing course materials, or reposting downloads is prohibited.
Membership terms, pricing, and available content may change over time.
Community Conduct— Community spaces are intended to remain respectful, constructive, and supportive. Harassment, spam, abusive conduct, or unauthorized promotion may result in removal from community areas or termination of access.
External Links— This website may link to third-party websites or services. I am not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of external sites.
No Guarantees— While I strive to provide accurate and helpful information, I make no guarantees regarding completeness, accuracy, specific artistic results, business outcomes, or uninterrupted website access.
Limitation of Liability— Use of this website and its educational materials is at your own discretion and risk. Vanilla Arts and its owner shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of this website, products, or educational content.
Changes to Terms— These terms may be updated periodically. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Affiliate & Educational Disclaimer
Some pages on this website contain affiliate links.
This means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you.
I only recommend products, supplies, and tools that I personally use, trust, or believe may genuinely help students and artists.
Participation in affiliate programs may include Amazon Associates, Awin, LinkDeli, Blick, and other educational or art-related affiliate networks.
All opinions expressed on this website are my own.
The educational content provided through Vanilla Arts, MarkerPencil.com, ColorWonk.com, and related websites is intended for informational and artistic education purposes only.
Art instruction is subjective and results will vary depending on practice, experience, materials, and individual skill development.
Nothing on this website should be interpreted as professional financial, legal, medical, or therapeutic advice.
Community Guidelines
Community spaces connected to VanillaArts.com, MarkerPencil.com, ColorWonk.com, MarkerNovice.com, and related websites are intended to remain respectful, constructive, and educational.
By participating in comments, forums, livestream chats, memberships, or community discussions, you agree to engage respectfully with other members.
The following behaviors are not permitted:
harassment or abusive behavior
hate speech or discrimination
spam or self-promotion without permission
sharing copyrighted materials you do not own
reposting paid course content or member-only materials
disruptive or intentionally inflammatory behavior
sharing private or personal information about yourself or others
Constructive disagreement and thoughtful discussion are welcome. Personal attacks are not.
Community participation is a privilege, not a right. Posts, comments, or member access may be removed at the discretion of the site owner if behavior is determined to be harmful to the learning environment or community experience.
Please remember that artistic growth involves experimentation, differing opinions, and individual learning styles. Courtesy and patience are expected from all participants.
If you encounter inappropriate behavior or have concerns about community activity, please use the contact information provided on this website.