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Positive Possibilities for You as an Artist

By Renee Phillips

Recently, an artist posted a comment on this website in which she revealed her pain, frustration and negative attitude about her life as an artist. She shared a few complaints -- from her age to where … [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...]

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...]

"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

How to Avoid Getting Rejected in Art Competitions & Mistakes Artists Make

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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8 Golden Keys for Art Career Success

By Renee Phillips

As an artist career coach and mentor I am called upon to provide the best art marketing strategies tailored to each individual client’s creative, career and financial goals. My mission is to help  … [Read more...]

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How to Sell Your Art to New Home Owners

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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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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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...]

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4 Ways to Ensure Ongoing Future Art Sales

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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2025 Curatorial Project: Manhattan Arts International “HerStory” Exhibition

By Renee Phillips

As a curator I have had the honor and pleasure of presenting annual “HerStory” Online Exhibitions since 2000. Prior to that year I curated all-women exhibitions throughout NYC in public venues that … [Read more...]

The Many Powerful Benefits of Online Art Exhibitions for Artists

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Three Mistakes that Can Lead An Artist to Financial Disaster

By Renee Phillips

Let's face it, art school didn't prepare you for the financial challenges you're facing throughout your art career. So, you may not know which pitfalls to avoid that threaten many artists' financial … [Read more...]

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Online Resources for Artists to Expand Your Creative and Business Skills

By Renee Phillips

Take Your Art Career to the Next Level! Isn't it empowering when you learn something new to take your career to the next level? There are many online resources for artists to expand your creative and … [Read more...]

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What is An Artist’s Resume / CV and How to Prepare It

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Is This Another Art Scam?

By Renee Phillips

(This article was originally written in May, 2019 and was recently updated in 2023.) I recently received an email from an artist informing me that she had sent her artwork to a gallery in Manhattan … [Read more...]

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Video for “The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope” Exhibition

By Renee Phillips

I had the pleasure of curating "The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope 2023 Juried Exhibition" on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website, an initiative I launched to promote … [Read more...]

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Advice To Artists From Bren Sibilsky and Hamish Blakely

By Renee Phillips

Prior to becoming the founder of Manhattan Arts International magazine and director and curator for Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online galleries, I was a … [Read more...]

Henri Rousseau The Dream (1910). Oil on canvas, 204.5 x 298.5 cm (80.5 x 117.5 in). Museum of Modern Art, New York City. Photo: Public Domain

Create The Art Career of Your Dreams ~ 15 Guidelines

By Renee Phillips

If you're been following me for any length of time you know that my passion, purpose and mission are to help you create the art career of your dreams. This article is one in a series of articles … [Read more...]

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How to Stay Financially Secure When You Change Your Artistic Style

By Renee Phillips

An artist I know confessed to me that she had created what she referred to as “safe and saleable” art for two decades. She attracted a loyal clientele and had a lucrative career. However, there was a … [Read more...]

Restore Your Creative Motivation and Passion

Have You Ever Lost Your Creative Motivation? This Article Helps You Restore It!

By Renee Phillips

It happens! When you've lost your creative energy, don't criticize yourself! Take a deep breath, relax, and view this as an opportunity. One of my artist coaching clients confided that she lost her … [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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Are You Turning Away Art Buyers?

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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A Single Art Sale Holds Tremendous Potential: What to Do After The Sale

By Renee Phillips

A single sale holds tremendous potential and power to the success of your art career. When you make an art sale, the value of your art is contingent on your ability to continue “the conversation” … [Read more...]

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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...]

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

Ways to Escape Your Creative Inertia

By Renee Phillips

Artists frequently ask me to help them evaluate their art work and provide art career direction and/or write an art review. During our conversation I discover they have been in what's described as … [Read more...]

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Experience the Benefits of Learning As An Artist with “How To” Articles

By Renee Phillips

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...]

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Let’s Dispel This Myth About Artists

By Renee Phillips

During a recent consultation with an artist helping with her writing projects for her new website she referred to the Edward Hopper quote, “If I could say it in words there would be no reason to … [Read more...]

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Pantone’s Color of the Year is Viva Magenta 2023

By Renee Phillips

When  interior designers, corporate art consultants and other industry art professionals are hired to help their clients one of their most valuable resources is the Pantone Color Institute. This vital … [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...]

"Moments" 2018 Acrylic paint on canvas. 80x80 cm by Kuralay Meirbekova

Kuralay Meirbekova Captures Human Expressions With A Visceral Impact

By Renee Phillips

It is a pleasure to share this Art Review that I wrote for Kuralay Meirbekova to use for her art career promotion. She creates engaging images that capture the many nuances of human expression. Her … [Read more...]

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The Basics of Public Relations For Artists

By Renee Phillips

An artist recently asked me "Why is it that some artists' careers rise to stardom while other artists, who are equally talented, remain invisible?" It was an excellent question that led me to write … [Read more...]

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Taking The First Steps To Launching An Artist Group or Organization

By Renee Phillips

If you are an artist you know what artists need better than anyone, at some point in your career you may feel compelled to launch an art organization.  If you have a strong desire to help fellow … [Read more...]

Are Your Art Materials Making You Sick?

Are Your Art Materials Making You Sick?

By Renee Phillips

Facts About Toxic Chemicals You May Be Using & What You Can Do To Protect Yourself As an artist it's wonderful to imagine the treasure trove of art materials to choose from to create your … [Read more...]

If you're moving to a new and unfamiliar location this article will help to minimize your fears and offer positive solutions. Photo of house in the snow from canva.com

The Artist’s Success Plan For Moving

By Renee Phillips

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...]

Photograph by Joy Doherty. Framed size approximately 44″ x 64″. The art is placed in a hospital corridor of Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Center, San Diego. This was one of Barbara Markoff’s projects.

Inspirational News About Art in Healthcare Venues

By Renee Phillips

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...]

"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

What You Can Learn From Comments About Your Art on Social Media

By Renee Phillips

It's a joy to help artists who want to increase their networking and art marketing skills using social media. There is tremendous value to gain from using it to build important professional art … [Read more...]

Piet Mondrian, Tableau I, oil on canvas, 40.5" x 39.3", 1921. Public domain.

Keeping An Open Mind About Artists and Art Movements

By Renee Phillips

We all have our favorite artists that we rush to see whenever a museum or gallery exhibition opens that features their art or when an art blogger publishes a new article about them. Their art speaks … [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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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...]

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Simple Ideas to Sell More Art

By Renee Phillips

Sometimes art marketing activities can be difficult and time-consuming. Simple ideas for increasing sales will help you spend more quality time creating art. In this article you'll find ways that I … [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.

I am also the Director of Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS where I maintain online galleries and curate exhibitions.

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As the Founder, Director and Curator of Manhattan Arts International I maintain online galleries and curate exhibitions.

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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 Galleries

It is A Pay to Play Game In Which Artists Have Much to Lose "Pay to Play" businesses conduct widespread … [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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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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