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 she lived. An immediate feeling of empathy for her rushed over me and I hoped that maybe she was just having a bad day. However, I also know she is not the only artist who feels … [Read more...]
How to Prepare For Your Next Successful Art Exhibition
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 your own art exhibition or plan to have an "Open Studio" event. Whatever your situation, this article “How to Prepare Your Next Successful Art Exhibition” is a great place to start … [Read more...]
Most Popular Art Career Success Articles For Artists
On this website you'll find several dozen articles and interviews on a variety of topics to help artists achieve their fullest potential. There are some topics that stand out as getting the most visits, being the most popular, and receive the most positive feedback from my subscribers. Here, you'll find highlights and links to some of the top art success articles on this … [Read more...]
Helpful Art Organizations and Resources
As an art professional your art career success depends on a variety of factors including being well informed about the wealth of opportunities available for you. To help you keep abreast of them you will find a selection of art organizations and resources here at in addition to articles on a range of important topics. To find more resources on this website simply use this … [Read more...]
Artists Share How Their Fathers Influenced Their Artistic Pursuits
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 attract the best answers! I was curious to know how artists felt about their father's influence on them as an artist. How did they encourage their artistic talent? In this post you will … [Read more...]
The Inner Dialogue that Transpires in Creating Art and Writing
As I was painting today, I became acutely aware of the presence of the inner dialogue that transpires in creating art and writing. It is fascinating how similarly these thought processes occur in both artistic expressions. Like writing, creating art is a language, a conversation we have within our minds and those relationships that occur among the forms, colors, and textures we … [Read more...]
Inspirational Resources for Artists
You can learn all the best tips and strategies for becoming a successful artist; however, if you lack the motivation to take action they won't help. Many artists have expressed to me they are so depressed to a point where they stop creating art. It's not always easy to maintain a level of inspiration that sustains you as a creative individual. If you're going through a … [Read more...]
Is Your Art Website Helping or Harming You Your Art Career?
Routinely I visit hundreds of artists' websites each week while judging/curating an exhibition, writing an Art Review for an artist, or preparing my notes for an upcoming consultation. My initial reactions range from "WOW" -- what a joy to view this wonderful website -- to "OW" this hurts me to see that the artist is harming themselves and their art career. As you read this … [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 must have organized, juried and curated more than 200 exhibitions. Before the Internet, I arranged them in NYC galleries, corporate spaces, night clubs, universities, and other alternative venues. Since 2000, I have organized and promoted online exhibitions using the … [Read more...]
Add Some Magic to Your Artist’s Biography
When it comes to your Artist’s Biography you’ve been told by the art marketing experts (including me) that it’s important to share your story. But, have you struggled with knowing how to begin and how much to share? It’s important to write a compelling and memorable Artist’s Biography that reaches out and connects with your reader. It should inspire them to learn more about … [Read more...]
Inspirational News About Art in Healthcare Venues
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 article, you'll find inspirational news about art in healthcare venues that should encourage you to jump in and join this positive, uplifting and profitable opportunity. 15 Artists … [Read more...]
Keeping An Open Mind About Artists and Art Movements
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 to us with resounding clarity. We understand their techniques and embrace their philosophies. And, the opposite is true about our least favorite artists. We simply cannot relate to … [Read more...]
Problems With Free Art and Discount Prices
An artist recently told me she tripled the number of subscribers she had after she offered a free print when they signed up. Now, she has a list of people who like receiving free art. What she doesn't know is if any of them are serious art buyers or simply bargain hunters. Another artist told me she discounted her older works of art and advertised the sale on social media. … [Read more...]
Important Advice For Creating Your “About The Artist” Page
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 present themselves professionally to visitors of their websites and ignore how they share information with potential art buyers, galleries and curators. They don't give proper … [Read more...]
Increase Your Art Sales With These Important Design Concepts
Emphasizing Organic Forms, Natural Materials, and Environmentally Friendly Nature-Inspired Art As an artist who wants to sell more art you want to have as much leverage as possible. You may want to present your art for consideration to galleries, interior designers, architects, healthcare art consultants, and individual environmentally conscious art buyers. Your knowledge of … [Read more...]
How To Choose The Best “Opportunities For Artists”
You cannot avoid them. “Opportunities For Artists” come pouring into your email every day and they are advertised and shared aggressively throughout social media. There are so many to choose from! How can you resist them when they promise to give you more publicity, awards and other benefits? How do you determine which ones are right for you? Do they deliver what they promise? … [Read more...]