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There Are Positive Solutions for Your Art Career Challenges

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Lessons Artists Can Learn From Birds and Children

By Renee Phillips

There is a vast supply of knowledge you can attain to excel in your art career. Just consider what is readily available from many different human adults and so called experts. However, for a change of … [Read more...]

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Why I Love Curating Online Art Exhibitions

By Renee Phillips

This article was originally written in 2016 and updated in 2023. I’m like a child on Christmas morning with a pile of presents under the tree waiting to be unwrapped. But, instead of boxes, there … [Read more...]

“Winter Stillness”, Ken Marsdens dreamlike, watercolor, 16” x 20”.

Art Review of Paintings by Ken Marsden, An Extraordinary Watercolorist

By Renee Phillips

It is an honor and pleasure to present this Art Review about watercolors by Ken Marsden, kenmarsden.com. Ken is a masterful contemporary artist whose watercolor paintings emanate an aura of poetic … [Read more...]

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

Artists Share How Their Fathers Influenced Their Artistic Pursuits

By Renee Phillips

Artists Share Memories and Pay Homage to Their Fathers and/or Fatherly Role Models This was published in June, 2021 I frequently post questions for my artist friends on Facebook and I always … [Read more...]

This “in situ” image was created in seconds using a photo of a room on the Oh My Prints website using the Art Heros WallApp Tool. Photograph above couch is of NYC skyline by Renee Phillips.

Sell Your Art To Interior Designers and Corporate Art Consultants

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Helping Artists Learn How to Write it Right

By Renee Phillips

One of my missions as an artist mentor, promoter, and career coach is in helping artists learn how to write their Artist's Statement, Artist's Biography, Art Blog and Elevator Speech. When tackling … [Read more...]

painting by Vincent van Gogh, "The Novel Reader", oil on canvas, 73 x 92 cm. (Photo: Public Domain.)

Here Are Many Key Principles, Tips and Strategies to Achieve Success As An Artist

By Renee Phillips

Here are several very popular and valuable articles designed to guide you on your successful art career. In each one you'll find many key principles, tips and strategies to take you step-by-step … [Read more...]

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Art Pioneers Who Are Changing The World

By Renee Phillips

It's difficult to imagine, but when I started my career as an artist consultant, most artists suffered from being subservient to the power brokers of the art world. Many artists outside the "elite … [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...]

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Health and Wellness Tips and Resources For Artists

By Renee Phillips

When it comes to artists taking care of their health there are many disheartening reports. As a result of creating art, many artists I know are afflicted with arthritis or joint pain. Or they have … [Read more...]

Jackson Pollock, Number 8, (detail), enamel, oil, canvas, created in 1949. Style: Action painting Period: Drip period Location: Neuberger Museum of Art, Purchase, NY, US. Photo: Fair Use.

Do You Think Titles of Art Matter?

By Renee Phillips

This Question Has Attracted Many Different Replies Shakespeare quipped "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet”. That's true. However, when it comes to titles of art we may be considering it … [Read more...]

Portrait photograph of Georgia O’Keeffe by Alfred Stieglitz in 1918. Photo: Public Domain.

Organizations That Advance The Status of Women Artists

By Renee Phillips

Organizations that serve and advance the status of women artists are essential and cherished resources. They are aware of the gender inequalities that exist in the art world and are dedicated to … [Read more...]

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Ways to Increase Equality for Women Artists

By Renee Phillips

Every year, since 2000, I have been curating "HerStory" exhibitions on the Manhattan Arts International website as one of the ways I take strides to increase equality for women artists. These … [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...]

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...]

Vincent van Gogh, Bedroom in Arles, 1888, oil on canvas, 28.3" × 35.4".

Find Several Highly Popular Articles for Artists

By Renee Phillips

Have you ever wondered which are the most popular articles for artists that appear on this website? For the answer to this question I use a few tools. One, is a valuable plugin MonsterInsights for … [Read more...]

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Tools For Maintaining Your Art Website

By Renee Phillips

If you're following my articles you know how important it is to have a modern and updated art website. It is your 24/7 portfolio to the world. But, it also requires maintenance. If you can afford to … [Read more...]

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Artist Barbara Rachko Maintains A Superior Art Blog

By Renee Phillips

Artist Barbara Rachko barbararachko.art/en has one of the best art blogs that I have encountered. And, as one who visits dozens of artists' websites and blogs every day, I consider myself to be an … [Read more...]

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It’s A Good Time for Artful Spring Cleaning

By Renee Phillips

No matter what season it is, now it's a good time for artful spring cleaning. Physical and emotional clutter and debris can cloud the creative mind.  In this article I suggest some of the areas that … [Read more...]

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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...]

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Creative Ways to Supplement Your Art Sales

By Renee Phillips

Are you looking for new creative ways to supplement your your art sales without having to take a boring 9-5 job? There are many sources of income to consider. Throughout my career as an artist, I  … [Read more...]

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Articles I’ve Written to Nurture, Protect and Encourage Artists

By Renee Phillips

As a child I was fortunate to have a loving mother and other people in my life who provided positive influences. They taught me the virtues of cultivating my maternal instincts and developing empathy … [Read more...]

“Autumn Phoenix” by Andrea Robinson

The Joys of Being An Art Curator

By Renee Phillips

Earlier in my art career I organized exhibitions throughout NYC, NY in galleries, cultural institutions and corporate venues. Now I curate them online. It's been extremely rewarding for me to promote … [Read more...]

Question. Photo credit: Simone Secci from Unsplash.

Questions Art Buyers Might Ask Themselves Before They Decide to Buy Your Art

By Renee Phillips

How much time and attention do you give to what's on the minds of potential buyers of your artwork? If you're interested in improving your art sales it's a good idea to know what kinds of questions … [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...]

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Artists Share Their Goals and Aspirations

By Renee Phillips

This article was published in 2019 and shares artists' aspirations for the year 2020. As an artist's mentor and career coach, one of my goals is to provide the most supportive environment, … [Read more...]

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Interview with the Inimitable Artist Nancy Reyner on the Topic of Success

By Renee Phillips

I've had the pleasure of knowing Nancy Reyner nancyreyner.com, for several years. She is the epitome of a well-balanced consummate professional as a painter, author and instructor. She has been … [Read more...]

"The Art Critic" by Norman Rockwell. Created in 1955. Style: Regionalism Courtesy of Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, MA, US. Photo: Fair Use. in the US

Be an Expert in Knowing Your Strengths as an Artist

By Renee Phillips

As a career coach and writer, I frequently surprise artists when I share my observations about their art. Or, after writing their Art Review they tell me I discovered many special artistic attributes … [Read more...]

Antibes Seen from the Salis Gardens by Claude Monet, created in 1888. Photo: Public Domain.

Follow The Laws of Nature to Grow Art Career Relationships

By Renee Phillips

Many major art world decision-makers want to develop art partnerships with talented artists who also have strong relationship skills. As your art coach and mentor I encourage you to grow your art … [Read more...]

What Artist Friends Learned and Experienced in April 2020 During COVID-19

By Renee Phillips

April 2020 was a very challenging month for many of us, as it was the second month of being in isolation. For many artists it meant adjusting to a new and welcome routine, such as acquiring more time … [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...]

Agony in the Garden by Miriam Shapiro, November 15, 1923 – June 20, 2015. She was a painter, sculptor, printmaker, and a pioneer of feminist art. She was also considered a leader of the Pattern and Decoration art movement Photo: Fair use.

A Positive Future for Maturing Artists

By Renee Phillips

Steps to Take to Restore Optimism and Bring Peace of Mind The artists I have coached over the years come from many different cultural and educational backgrounds and span all different ages -- from … [Read more...]

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Not All “Calls for Artists” Are Equal

By Renee Phillips

You're probably familiar with the  “Calls for Artists” that offer juried exhibitions. There are many excellent, trustworthy people and programs available that offer the best opportunities to exhibit … [Read more...]

How to Increase Your Profits As An Artist

By Renee Phillips

Every art business choice you make is either earning you money or costing you money. If you're like me  you want to be financially self-sufficient in a creative art career you love. To help you make … [Read more...]

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How to Write Your Short Artist’s Statement

By Renee Phillips

Your average length Artist's Statement usually runs around 100-200 words. (Read "How to Write Your Artist's Statement"). After you've written that, it's a good exercise to pare it down for those times … [Read more...]

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Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Your Artist’s Statement

By Renee Phillips

If you’re an artist who doesn’t know how to properly write your Artist’s Statement you’re not alone. When artists contact me for a consultation that’s one of the first projects on their wish list for … [Read more...]

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Funding Resources and Grants For Individual Artists

By Renee Phillips

It's difficult to sustain your career on art sales alone. Throughout your career you may face financial challenges. These road blocks should not thwart your desire to expand your creative impulse. … [Read more...]

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Plan For Your Holiday Art Sales Now With Email Marketing – 7 Steps

By Renee Phillips

There are many people who are thinking about what to give as holiday gifts and other special occasions and your art work should  be on  their minds. This article who help you plan for your holiday art … [Read more...]

School of Visual Arts Mentors Program and Exhibition

By Renee Phillips

Students Receive Mentorship From Leaders in the New York Arts Community This article was published in 2020. School of Visual Arts (SVA) in NYC, NY, has been a leader in the education of artists, … [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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A Positive Future for Maturing Artists

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Do You Think Titles of Art Matter?

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

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Imagine your art on permanent display in a lobby or conference room of a corporation. Getting your art into … [Read More...]

Topic Ideas For Your Art Blog Posts

Whenever an artist client asks me how they can drive more traffic to their website (after they have created a … [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...]

The Basics of Public Relations For Artists

An artist recently asked me "Why is it that some artists' careers rise to stardom while other artists, who are … [Read More...]

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