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Writing About Your Abstract Art
Most artists I know find writing artist's statements very difficult. One might agree that for artists who work in the style of realism, it is an easier task to communicate their inspiration. However, … [Read more...]

How to Write Your Artist’s Biography: The Important Basics
In "How to Write Your Artist's Biography" I explain what it is, why you need it, suggestions on what to include in it. A compelling and memorable Artist’s Biography reaches out and connects with … [Read more...]

Simple Steps to Writing Best Art Blog Posts
Once upon a time having an artist website that featured your artwork and resume was enough to make yourself recognized on the Internet. Now, if you want to attract a wider audience you need to add … [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...]

The Benefits of Having An Art Blog
If you don’t have an art blog you may be missing out on valuable income and career recognition. In this article I provide 12 reasons why you should consider launching or maintaining an art blog. Do … [Read more...]

If You Want to Achieve More Art Career Success Read This Interview With Artist JoAnne Carson
JoAnne Carson, joannecarson.com, is a successful artist who has mastered skills in drawing, painting and sculpture and has many art career achievements. She has had solo exhibitions in museums … [Read more...]

How to Recognize Different Types of Art Buyers
If you’re an artist or art agent engaged in selling art, have you noticed people have different art buying patterns? It's interesting when you know how to recognize different types of art buyers. … [Read more...]
Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024
This page has been moved to Pantone Color Institute Has Announced Its Choice of “Peach Fuzz” for 2024 … [Read more...]

Free Online Resources for Artists
Do you have an appetite to acquire more knowledge and growth in the areas of creativity, art sales, and art marketing tools to help you advance your art career, although you're on a tight budget? … [Read more...]

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

How to Improve Your Art Website Visitor’s Experience
When was the last time you visited your own website from an objective perspective as though you were discovering it for the first time? What was the experience like? One of the easiest ways to … [Read more...]

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

How to Create Successful Art Exhibitions Using Themes
Enhance The Mood, Increase Attendance, Attract Publicity and Get Financial Sponsorship for Your Art Event You probably already know by now that at one point in my art career I organized many art … [Read more...]

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...]

It’s A Good Time for Artful Spring Cleaning
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...]

The G, H, I of Fine Art Terms
Dive In to A Treasure Trove of Art Genres! This article is part of a series devoted to fine art terms. As a professional artist, whether you are creating, writing or discussing your art or art … [Read more...]

What Is An Artist’s “Signature Style” and Why Is It Important?
In this article I answer what is an artist's "signature style" and why is is important? I hope to bring clarity to how you can determine what your "signature style" is and/or how to acquire … [Read more...]

4 Ways to Ensure Ongoing Future Art Sales
Your art buyers are valuable assets. Whenever you make a sale, recognize it as the beginning of a long, rewarding relationship. According to the Pareto Principle, 20 percent of your clients will bring … [Read more...]

How to Craft Your Elevator Speech As An Artist
Your elevator speech, which is also referred to as an elevator pitch, is a brief description of you and your artwork. It’s the reply you give when someone says, "Tell me about yourself. What kind of … [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 many different cultural and educational backgrounds and span all different ages -- from … [Read more...]

How Did Your Mother Positively Influence You As An Artist?
Artists Pay Homage to Their Mothers and Share Loving Memories (Originally published in May, 2020 with more recent updates) In preparation for this article to commemorate Mother's Day, I wanted to … [Read more...]

How to Stay Sane Until You Can Create Art Full Time
Do you have a full-time job that steals time from you that you wish you had for creating art? I’ve been there and I know how crazy and frustrating it can be. But until your day of freedom finally … [Read more...]

The Artist’s Success Plan For Moving
According to several different U.S. surveys, Americans move an average of 11.7 times in their lifetime. Perhaps you are dealing with this situation right now or you will be in the near future. When … [Read more...]

Advice About Getting Into New York Art Galleries or Any Desired Galleries
Artists from around the world seek my career advice on many different topics, but the most frequent inquiries are about getting into New York art galleries. I wrote several books about New York Art … [Read more...]

Keith Morant Offers A Solution to The Artist’s Creative Challenge
By Guest Author
Keith Morant (1944-2022) was an internationally acclaimed, multi-award winning artist who created expressive oil and mixed media abstract paintings. He received innumerable distinguished awards … [Read more...]

How to Invite Members of The Press to Attend and Publicize Your Art Exhibition
Congratulations! You've just received an invitation to have a one-person exhibition. Now, this is the perfect time to invite members of the press to attend and publicize your art exhibition. Let them … [Read more...]

The Art of Creating Positive Grooves In The Brain
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...]

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 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...]

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...]

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...]

The A, B, C of Fine Art Terms
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...]

Read About 4 Amazing Artists Who Will Inspire and Motivate You
Casey Shannon, Barbara Rachko, Michelle Endersby and Mary Mirabal One of the most valuable and perhaps best kept secrets to success for your art career is the inspiration, camaraderie and mutual … [Read more...]

The Influence of Architectural Design on The Art Market
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...]

Resources for Artists Interested in Selling to The Healthcare Art Market
Based on many research studies healthcare experts agree that positive art has a healing impact on patients and art in healthcare is a big industry that is growing rapidly. As our life span increases … [Read more...]

Take Your Art Career Dreams and Goals Higher With These 8 Steps
Creating art career goals can be adventurous, creative and rewarding. Every day you get another opportunity to delve into your deepest desires and formulate new ways to bring them to fruition. As a … [Read more...]

Artists Who Are Sharing Positive Messages
Normally I write articles with advice for you about growing your art business; however, this morning I was inspired to publish this article about artists who are sharing positive messages. There are … [Read more...]

Christina Peters Shares Her Experiences Working With Art Consultants
By Guest Author
Christina Peters, christinapetersfineart.com, has been taking pictures since she was eight years old. After her second photography degree from Art Center College of Design in 1993, she became an award … [Read more...]

Follow The Laws of Nature to Grow Art Career Relationships
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...]
