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Nancy Staub Laughlin

Advice to Artists From Artist Nancy Staub Laughlin Part II

By Renee Phillips

Nancy Staub Laughlin www.nancystaublaughlin.com is a mixed media artist who has created a new concept of the “still life”.  Her successful art career spans more than three decades. Her creative … [Read more...]

Never Give Up!

Advice from Artists Who Encourage You To “Never Give Up!”

By Renee Phillips

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...]

efficiency improves art career success. Photo credit Unseen Studio from Unsplash

5 Artist’s Biography Mistakes and How to Correct Them

By Guest Author

If you follow me you know I consider a properly-written Artist's Biography to be one of the most important art marketing tools.  So, I'm delighted to present this article "5 Artist's Biography … [Read more...]

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Advice For Artists Who Suffer From Creativity Overload

By Renee Phillips

Are you feeling overwhelmed by having too many creative ideas and projects going on at once? Do you have trouble deciding which style or medium is your strongest direction? Many artists I know face … [Read more...]

The Important Differences Between Your Artist’s Biography and Your Artist’s Statement and How to Write Them

By Renee Phillips

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...]

Valerie Patterson book cover

Valerie Patterson’s New Book “Art to Start the Conversation”

By Renee Phillips

It is a pleasure to announce Valerie Patterson's book "Art to Start the Conversation", published by ABCarlson Publishing, distributed by Ingram, will be released on January 16, 2023. This book … [Read more...]

Denisa Prochazka, sculptor, working on one of her masterful portraits

Important Advice For Creating Your “About The Artist” Page

By Renee Phillips

Every day I have the pleasure of making several hundred visits to artists' websites; however, I'm sorry to say that on many of those visits, I am disappointed by what I encounter. Many artists fail to … [Read more...]

Pont Neuf, Paris, oil on canvas by Auguste Renoir. Photo: Public domain.

The A, B, C of Fine Art Terms

By Renee Phillips

Welcome to the joyful world of art and art vocabulary! As a professional artist, whether you are creating, writing or discussing your art or art movements and art history, it can be exciting when you … [Read more...]

Art by Barbara Rachko

Interview With Artist Barbara Rachko With Valuable Advice to Artists

By Renee Phillips

Barbara Rachko, barbararachko.art/en, is an internationally exhibited artist, author and blogger. She creates unique pastel-on-sandpaper paintings that are inspired by Mexican and Guatemalan cultural … [Read more...]

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When to Avoid Following Advice When Pricing Your Art

By Renee Phillips

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...]

Iconic painting by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge (1844-1934)

Use Special Events to Promote and Sell Your Art Every Month

By Renee Phillips

If you want to generate more publicity and attract more art sales you can tap into a range of opportunities available throughout the year. All you need is access to a calendar of special events to get … [Read more...]

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The Rituals and Routines of Famous Artists

By Renee Phillips

Reading about the rituals and routines of famous artists can be fascinating and enlightening and inform us about the creative human psyche. For example, every morning, before he started to compose … [Read more...]

How to Energize-Your-Art-Career Now!

How to Energize Your Art Career Now

By Renee Phillips

No matter what day of the week or time of the year it may be, there is no better time to start thinking about revising and clarifying your art career goals than now. In this article you will find … [Read more...]

Photo of a room by Minh Pham on Unsplash. Photo of Lily Pond in Central Park, NYC, NY.

Ways to Place Installation Images of Your Art on Your Website to Increase Your Sales

By Renee Phillips

One of the most important pages on your website to engage visitors and increase their interest in buying your art is to show images of your art as it looks installed in rooms. Call this page "Room … [Read more...]

Nancy Staub Laughlin

Interview With Artist Nancy Staub Laughlin With Advice to Artists Part I

By Renee Phillips

It is an honor to present this interview with innovative artist Nancy Staub Laughlin nancystaublaughlin.com who has created a new concept of the “still life”.  I've had the pleasure of knowing Nancy … [Read more...]

Sunset Blissful Peace, acrylic on canvas, 24″ x 30″ by Peter N. Van Giesen

Steps Artists Can Take to Protect Our Mother Earth

By Renee Phillips

Every one of us may be responsible for contributing to increased pollution, harm and destruction to the environment. If we care, we have the option to be consciously aware of our actions and change … [Read more...]

African American artists

Famous Black Artists Who Have Confronted Racism and Inequality

By Renee Phillips

They Broke Barriers and Raised Awareness (Originally published on May 17, 2020 and updated in April 2022) As we try to cope with the horror of one pandemic we battle another deadly and appalling … [Read more...]

man with computer Photo credit: Austin Distel from Unsplash

Email Tips For Art Professionals

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Living An Artful Purpose-Driven Life

By Renee Phillips

Many creative individuals I know are born with a compelling need to probe the depths of self-expression and proclaim self-liberation. They are also driven by a powerful urge to use their unique … [Read more...]

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Valuable Art Organizations For Artists

By Renee Phillips

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...]

Red waterscape painting by Peter N. Van Giesen

Love and Passion in Art

By Renee Phillips

It's February and in art our thoughts go to images of heart shapes, lovers embracing and the color red. For this love-inspired article, I collected a few excerpts from articles and exhibitions from … [Read more...]

Photo credit Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash

The Golden “Keys” to Attracting Art Buyers to Your Blog

By Renee Phillips

When I suggest to an artist client they start an art blog or that they post more often, if they want to drive more traffic to their website and increase their art sales, the response is usually, “But, … [Read more...]

Art enthusiasts viewing art in NYC, NY. Photo credit: Renee Phillips.

Dealing With Dealers and Art Galleries

By Renee Phillips

Whether you're just flirting with the idea of being in a gallery or have been offered a contract, you want to be prepared with the questions to ask before you join, improve your relationships with … [Read more...]

Dr. Michael Durst, Spiritual Awakening, acrylic on canvas, 23.4″ x 33.1″

Follow These 5 Principal Guidelines When Writing Your Artist’s Statement

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Video on My YouTube Channel

By Renee Phillips

You are invited to watch "The Healing Power of Color" Video on my YouTube Channel! The video features art created by 20 artists from "The Healing Power of Color” 2026 online exhibition which is on … [Read more...]

Facts Of Life by Norman Rockwell, 1956. Fair use. wikiart.org

Teaching Art Brings Hope to Future Generations

By Renee Phillips

As a teenager I gave art lessons to neighborhood children and I continued my love for teaching art when I became a professional artist. Several years later, I encountered one of my students when she … [Read more...]

Interview with Denisa Prochazka, Award-Winning Sculptor

By Renee Phillips

Denisa Prochazka, denisa-sculpture.com, is a classically trained figurative sculptor living in Ottawa, Canada, whose passion is creating portrait sculpture and clay reliefs. She has participated in … [Read more...]

Interview with Barbara Markoff

Consider Your Art for The Growing Healthcare Market

By Renee Phillips

Have you ever considered placing your art in healthcare facilities? This could offer you a new outlet for sales and commissioned works of art. If your art fits the criteria, there are many different … [Read more...]

valerie patterson painting

Do Artists Have A Duty to Reflect the Times In Which We Live?

By Renee Phillips

Read How Several Artists Answered that Question A press release I received from Elijah Wheat Showroom, elijahwheatshowroom.com, a gallery located in Brooklyn, NY, caught my interest. In it they … [Read more...]

Opportunities for artists

How to Prepare For Your Next Successful Art Exhibition

By Renee Phillips

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...]

At the Moulin Rouge, The Dance by Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, oil on canvas, 115.5 x 150 cm. Location: Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA, U.S. Photo: Public Domain.

10 Simple Ideas To Help You Create Successful Art Events

By Renee Phillips

Most of the art events I organized in NYC were so popular they were featured in Crain’s New York Business, Show Business, New York magazine and The New York Times. They were announced on radio and … [Read more...]

Simple, Powerful & Fun Writing Tips For Artists

By Renee Phillips

Throughout your art career you will be faced with many writing projects -- from a simple post on social media to an in-depth artist's biography, artist's statement or grant proposal. To help you, this … [Read more...]

Faith Ringgold, American People Series #20: Die, (1967). Photo: Fair Use en.wikipedia.org

Celebrating The Accomplishments of Black American Artists

By Renee Phillips

February is Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, making it a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of African American artists. Since 1976, this month … [Read more...]

Albert Einstein. Photo by Taton Moïse on Unsplash

The Art of Creating Positive Grooves In The Brain

By Renee Phillips

How our brain works is fascinating to me. For instance, the way we perceive the world is based on our beliefs -- a collection of what we know on conscious and unconscious levels of awareness. Brain … [Read more...]

Edward Rubin

Artists’ Voices that Live Forever – An Art Essay By Edward Rubin

By Edward Rubin

Edward Rubin, 1941-2025, was a New York based fine arts and theater writer and curator. He was Senior Editor of Manhattan Arts International  (1983-2000). His writings appeared in many magazines such … [Read more...]

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Activate Your Power of Being Focused As An Artist

By Renee Phillips

Having laser sharp clarity about your art career goals, creative direction, and moment to moment priorities can all make a huge difference in your life and career. When you activate the power of being … [Read more...]

Looking skyward in Manhattan. Photo credit: Renee Phillips

The Influence of Architectural Design on The Art Market

By Renee Phillips

When was the last time you thought about how trends in architecture influence art buying decisions? The more you know about this industry the better. Why? Because there is a direct correlation between … [Read more...]

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How to Create Your Art Business Plan

By Renee Phillips

It's Easier Than You May Think! Helping an artist create an art business plan is one of the most rewarding things to do as an art career mentor. I feel as though I am giving them a magic wand to … [Read more...]

Tulips on Park Avenue photo by Renee Phillips

Simple Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Art Website

By Renee Phillips

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...]

after your art exhibition

What You Must Do After Your Art Exhibition

By Guest Author

Shan Fannin is an artist from Austin, TX, and recognized internationally for her vibrant and bold paintings of vehicles. She possesses superb artistic skills and attention to detail. Her solo … [Read more...]

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My purpose is to help artists achieve their fullest potential. On this website I share decades of knowledge and experience as an art writer and artist career coach.

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Scams Aimed at Artists

Artists Beware of Scammers on The Rise! If you are promoting yourself as an artist, have an email address … [Read More...]

Beware of Vanity and Pay-to-Play Businesses and Their Solicitations

Artists are Vulnerable and Have Much to Lose "Pay to Play" businesses conduct widespread solicitations via … [Read More...]

The Truth About Fine Art Agents

Let's Dispel Some Myths and Make Way for New Options Every week at least one artist will ask me how and … [Read More...]

Where to Find Art Buyers and Meet Collectors

Where and how to find art buyers requires a combination of knowledge, strategy and persistence. However, there … [Read More...]

Are Your Art Materials Making You Sick?

Facts About Toxic Chemicals You May Be Using & What You Can Do To Protect Yourself As an artist it's … [Read More...]

Do You Think Titles of Art Matter?

This Question Has Attracted Many Different Replies Shakespeare quipped "A rose by any other name would smell … [Read More...]

A Positive Future for Maturing Artists

Steps to Take to Restore Optimism and Bring Peace of Mind The artists I have coached over the years come from … [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 … [Read More...]

Organizations That Advance The Status of Women Artists

Organizations that serve and advance the status of women artists are essential and cherished resources. They … [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 … [Read More...]

22 Questions for Artists to Ask Galleries

How to Prepare and Protect Yourself Exhibiting in a gallery requires an investment of your time and … [Read More...]

How to Approach New York Art Galleries and Any Desired Gallery

Most artists from around the world want to be exhibited in New York Art Galleries. However, many of you are … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

Art and Artist’s Statements – Quotes by Famous Artists

If you're like most artists I know, the task of writing your Artist's Statement feels like torture. You may … [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 … [Read More...]

What to Do When You Receive Publicity As An Artist – 15 Steps to Take

15 Important Steps to Take Immediately After Learning You Are in an Article, Received an Award, Were Selected … [Read More...]

10 Ways to Avoid Art Career Sabotage

You can have the best art on the planet, but unless you apply positive and proactive beliefs and action steps … [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 … [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 … [Read More...]

My Love-Hate Relationship As A Juror / Curator

This is a true confession to you about my love-hate relationship as a juror / curator. During my art career I … [Read More...]

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