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Renée Phillips is a mentor and advocate for artists helping them achieve their fullest potential. She provides career advice, coaching, writing services, promotion and e-Books.

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

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Art Exhibition Video Cover

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 artists who creating healing art. The mission is based on the belief that art as a powerful catalyst to heal individuals, society and the environment and create positive … [Read more...]

Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024

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This page has been moved to Pantone Color Institute Has Announced Its Choice of “Peach Fuzz” for 2024 … [Read more...]

4 Ways to Ensure Ongoing Future Art Sales

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Champagne for celebration. Photo credit: Myriam Zilles from Unsplash

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 you 80 percent of your business. Don't ignore those 20 percent. They not only like your work already and don't have to be convinced, they can also refer more art buyers to you. … [Read more...]

Master Your Art Career Goals

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candle flame from canva.com

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 more articles! Please save this page and visit often. And, when you need more, on this blog you'll find many articles on a range of topics to help you handle all aspects of your art … [Read more...]

Simple, Powerful & Fun Writing Tips For Artists

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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 article "Simple, Powerful & Fun Writing Tips for Artists" is exactly what the title suggests -- you will find ways to make this necessary yet sometimes frustrating activity … [Read more...]

More Than 140 Simple and Powerful Ideas to Achieve Your Art Career Success

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couch and painting

In this article "More Than 140 Simple and Powerful Ideas to Achieve Your Art Career Success" you'll find a wide range of popular articles I've written to choose from that offer you easy to follow, step-by-step guidelines. There are many topics  for you, from increasing your art sales, planning and achieving your art career goals, writing your artist's biography and artist's … [Read more...]

8 Golden Keys for Art Career Success

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Champagne for celebration. Photo credit: Myriam Zilles from Unsplash

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  artists attain art career success that fits their needs. After helping thousands of artists over the years I've learned there are certain "Golden Keys" to building a more rewarding … [Read more...]

It’s A Good Time for Artful Spring Cleaning

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Tulips on Park Avenue photo 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 may need your attention to declutter, reorganize, and downsize. You may want to evaluate how much useless stuff is in your cabinets, computer,  art studio and your life. When your … [Read more...]

Organizations That Advance The Status of Women Artists

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

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 making a positive difference. The founders, board members, artist members, and volunteers work tirelessly to carry out their missions and level the playing field. By raising awareness … [Read more...]

Steps Artists Can Take to Protect Our Mother Earth

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

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 bad habits. We can make a positive difference. Here are steps artists can take to protect Mother Earth. To accompany this article I chose an awe-inspiring painting by Peter N. Van … [Read more...]

Do You Know These Facts About Color? Take This Quiz

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Wassily Kandinsky, , Blue Mountain, oil on canvas, 194.3 x 129.3 cm,1908; Munich / Monaco, Germany, Location: Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York City, NY, US. Photo: Public domain. wikiart.org

Artists and art enthusiasts alike are enthralled by the world of color and the many ways colors impact us visually and emotionally. We know color can alter our moods, stir a memory, and inspire us. As the curator of many art exhibitions devoted to color and a book I wrote devoted to the subject I have observed a myriad of combinations and effects. "The Healing Power of … [Read more...]

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

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Photo credit Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash

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 (Curriculum Vitae). I realize many artists may not know what they are or how valuable they are when promoting themselves. For example, when you approach galleries or apply for a … [Read more...]

Artist Donna Secour Takes Us On A Healing Journey

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Rest, acrylic, 24″ x 24″ by Donna Secour

As the curator of "The Healing Power of ART Inspired by NATURE" 2023 Exhibition I had the pleasure of selecting one of Donna Secour's paintings to include in the show and also present her with a Special Recognition Art Award. It was an additional honor for me when she asked me to write an Art Review for her. With pleasure I share it with you here. When viewing the … [Read more...]

Love and Passion in Art

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Red waterscape painting by Peter N. Van Giesen

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 the Manhattan Arts International website and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website that express the theme of love and passion in art and the red hue. I hope you enjoy … [Read more...]

The Truth About Fine Art Agents

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art agents

Let's Dispel Some Myths and Make Way for New Options Every week at least one artist will ask me how and where they can find fine art agents. It is an important topic for most artists I know and rightly so. After all, having fine art agents who will sell your art work for you is like discovering manna from heaven. The truth is; however, there are many misconceptions … [Read more...]

Three Famous Artists Offer Their Words of Wisdom With Advice to Artists

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free tools for artists

Imagine being transported through time and space and you are visiting a famous artist in their studio. You ask them to share insight about their creative process. In this article three famous artists offer their words of wisdom and advice to artists. They are Henri Matisse, Georgia O'Keeffe and Wassily Kandinsky. You'll also find links to several articles that are equally … [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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I am the Founder, Director and Curator of The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS.

The website features an online gallery, exhibitions, and hundreds of articles and art reviews.

The mission is based on the belief that artists have the power to bring positive change to individuals, society and the environment.

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My Love-Hate Relationship As A Juror / Curator

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The Basics of Public Relations For Artists

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