On a weekly basis I have the pleasure of visiting hundreds of artists' websites, either as part of my curatorial process for a new exhibition or in preparation for my writing services and when artists … [Read more...]
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Sell Your Art To Interior Designers and Corporate Art Consultants
Professional Organizations and More Resources with Thousands of Leads You can expand your art sales by selling your art to interior designers and corporate art consultants. They are art professionals … [Read more...]
Valuable Art Organizations For Artists
Art organizations are essential, especially when you're looking for a fast track to build your art career. Organizations that offer their members exhibition opportunities and networking are priceless, … [Read more...]
Most Popular Art Career Success Articles For Artists
On this website you'll find several dozen articles and interviews on a variety of topics to help artists achieve their fullest potential. There are some topics that stand out as getting the most … [Read more...]
The Many Powerful Benefits of Online Art Exhibitions for Artists
Online art exhibitions may be the most powerful way for you to accelerate your art career. It’s difficult to imagine a time prior to the arrival of the Internet and the proliferation of online art … [Read more...]
How The LED OttLites Enhanced My Creativity and Professional Life
Those of you who follow me know I work nearly 24 hours a day in front of my computer, either coaching artists, reading and writing articles, visiting artists’ websites, curating exhibitions from … [Read more...]
The 8 C’s in Art Career Success
We know that art education and creative talent alone will not guarantee a successful art career. As an art career coach and artist's mentor I've learned there are certain characteristics successful … [Read more...]
Selling Art in the Healthcare Art Market
As I’m sure you probably already know the art in healthcare field has been growing steadily in the last few decades. Hospitals and wellness centers have incorporated art programs and budgets for art … [Read more...]
What is An Artist’s Resume / CV and How to Prepare It
Here, on The Artrepreneur Coach blog you will find many articles and references to writing your Artist's Biography. However, this article is about writing an Artist's Résumé also referred to as a CV … [Read more...]
How to Prepare For Your Next Successful Art Exhibition
Your next art exhibition may be organized by a sponsor who will do all the preparation and promotional work or you may have decided to share the responsibilities. Maybe you have decided to organize … [Read more...]
Selling Your Art to Corporations
Their Criteria, How They Purchase Art, and More Imagine your art on permanent display in a lobby or conference room of a corporation. Getting your art into corporate art collections is a big career … [Read more...]
Topic Ideas For Your Art Blog Posts
This May Be Easier Than You Think! Whenever an artist asks me how they can drive more traffic to their website (after they have created a well-designed and functioning website) and set up their … [Read more...]
Make Positive Changes in Your Art Career
This article began with the intentions of creating a short inspirational message to motivate you to make positive changes in your art career. Suddenly, as if it was propelled by its own volition, the … [Read more...]
How Artists Choose Titles For Their Art
Have you every wondered how artists choose titles for their art? Or why they choose to show their art without titles? In this article I share insightful comments and suggestions from several artists … [Read more...]
Quick Tips For Writing Your Artist’s Statement
Writing your artist's statement may be one of the most essential pieces of writing and yet the most challenging one to do in your art career. And, as your art evolves, you'll be faced with having to … [Read more...]
Advice from Artists Who Encourage You To “Never Give Up!”
Most artists I know are eager to encourage, support and help their fellow artists. For example, for this article I collected advice from artists who encourage you to "Never Give Up!". You'll find … [Read more...]
Email Tips For Art Professionals
In the professional art world the bulk of your correspondence activities are conducted by email. It is an efficient way to conduct business. I receive hundreds of e-mails daily from artists and other … [Read more...]
How Are You Celebrating National Arts & Humanities Month?
In 2016 President Obama officially proclaimed October as National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM). It is a nation-wide collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. How are you … [Read more...]
10 Best Selling Tips For Artists
If you visit the hundreds of articles I've written for you on this website you'll probably find thousands of sales tips for artists. In the interest of saving you time I like to occasionally offer … [Read more...]
Follow These 5 Principal Guidelines When Writing Your Artist’s Statement
For most artists I know writing their Artist's Statement can be extremely painful. This article offers you the basic important guidelines and makes it quick and easy for you. I encourage you to … [Read more...]
Artists and Their Muses
What is a Muse? According to Merriam Webster... The word means a source of inspiration and in the historical sense it referred to any of the nine sister goddesses in Greek mythology. "The Muses … [Read more...]
How Smart Artists Treat Their Art Buyers
Have you ever wondered why some artists have collectors like celebrities have fans? It is often because they have learned how to treat their art buyers. Do you secretly wish it was the same for … [Read more...]
Are You Turning Away Art Buyers?
An Artist's Behavior Can Either Sell or Repel This article is based on an experience I had when I attended an artist's open studio event. Her artwork is beautiful and she displayed it with care, … [Read more...]
Ceres Gallery Presents #DontShutUp
In honor of Women's HerStory Month, I'll be devoting articles about the topic to raise awareness about how artists and nonprofits are changing the playing field and fostering equality among all … [Read more...]
Experience the Benefits of Learning As An Artist with “How To” Articles
This article offers several ways to increase your creative, career and financial growth and accomplish your goals. If you have a thirst for more knowledge but seeking step-by-step guidance you've … [Read more...]
Inspirational News About Art in Healthcare Venues
In an earlier article titled "Consider Your Art for The Growing Healthcare Market" I explained many good reasons for you to consider selling your art in this ever-expanding art market. In this … [Read more...]
How to Create An Art Patron Plan
Have you ever asked yourself, how can I sell many works of art before I create them? If so, you'll love this article about how to create an Art Patron Plan. If you’re an artist who enjoys creating a … [Read more...]
Master Your Art Career Goals
In this article, I've selected excerpts from 11 of the many articles I've written that will help you master your art career goals, along with quick links to them. Some of the articles have links to … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Getting Rejected in Art Competitions & Mistakes Artists Make
Has your art ever been rejected in a juried art competition? Were you confused because after seeing the exhibition you asked yourself, my work is just as good, if not better, so why was it … [Read more...]
How to Sell Your Art to New Home Owners
Imagine that you're meeting someone who has purchased a new house. They may feel overwhelmed and uncomfortable being in an empty space, no matter what size it is. There are so many decisions to make … [Read more...]
Important Basics to Know Before Submitting Your Art to A Jury
One of the greatest pleasures I have is serving as as a juror/curator for exhibitions for Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS. I personally look at every entry … [Read more...]
When to Avoid Following Advice When Pricing Your Art
There will be many times throughout your art career when you'll be offered advice by people who really want to help you. Much of it will be based on their astute knowledge and will enhance your art … [Read more...]
What Really Is Self-Taught Art and What Does It Mean to Be A Self-Taught Artist?
Definitions, Historical Facts and Artists in This Genre As I'm sure you know by now I write a lot of art reviews. Last week, three artists who asked me to write one for them described themselves as … [Read more...]
Resources for Funding Your Art Programs
Steve Barr is a professional cartoonist, author, and founder and director of Drawn To Help an outstanding organization which supplements existing art programs at hospitals, camps and treatment … [Read more...]
The Art of Self-Education in The Information Age
As an art career coach I encourage artists to follow their creative passion and pursue their quest for knowledge and I’m a firm believer in the art of self-education. Today, the information age offers … [Read more...]
Simple Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Art Website
A Few Easy Steps Can Make A Big Improvement Are you wondering why your sales and opportunities aren't as high as you would like? The problem may not be your art. It may be as simple as having a … [Read more...]
How To Handle Rejection As An Artist
How to Turn it Into A Positive and Empowering Experience Rejection is inevitable. One thing you can be sure of, as you make strides to advance your professional status, rejection will tap on your … [Read more...]
Free Tools to Create Social Media Graphics to Promote Your Art
Have you noticed more artists are creating eye-catching social media graphics that are making an impact? Did you know that social media graphics get shared more often than regular texts and images? Do … [Read more...]
The New-York Historical Society Center for Women’s History
For centuries women have inspired, enlightened and informed us with their enormous talent, vision and commitment. Many have served as creative trailblazers. Unfortunately, their contributions have … [Read more...]
There Are Positive Solutions for Your Art Career Challenges
As an artist living in an imperfect world, there may be times when you’ll feel neglected and under-served. You may suffer from one or more of these circumstances: isolation; financial hardship; young … [Read more...]