Whenever an artist client asks me how they can drive more traffic to their website (after they have created a well-designed and functioning website) and set up their social media pages, I frequently recommend they start an art blog and send a monthly email newsletter. They inevitably gasp, "Oh no! What will I write about?” Surprisingly, during our discussion it doesn't take … [Read more...]
Empowering Your Art Career Goals
How are you doing with your art career goals? Have you surpassed your expectations or are you lagging behind? I hope you haven’t given up. If you've hit a bump in the road, I'm here to help you get back on track. This article is about empowering your art career goals and may be just what you need for a dose of inspiration and help you manage your goals for best … [Read more...]
There Are Positive Solutions for Your Art Career Challenges
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 and under recognized; and aging and invisible. Like a chronic disease, if left unresolved and untreated, these conditions can erode your confidence, prevent you from pursuing … [Read more...]
Is Procrastination Preventing You From Achieving Art Career Success?
As the director and curator of two online galleries in addition to maintaining this website and writing assignments, I have dozens of important projects and crucial activities to accomplish at all times. To meet deadlines I rely on many lists and other essential systems and practices that keep me on track. In my busy life procrastination is not an option. To my … [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 the medical field is expanding to a wide variety of venues that need art -- from hospitals to outpatient clinics. This rings a call for you as an artist to consider selling your art … [Read more...]
Resources To Protect Artists’ Health and Safety
As an artist, it is extremely important for you to be aware of your health and safety. You should know about the materials you're using to create your artwork and other physical conditions that may jeopardize your health. In this article I provide important ideas and resources to protect artists' health and safety. Look for Health Labeling on Art Materials ASTM … [Read more...]
Money For Artists During Challenging Times
Artists have always been vulnerable to financial challenges, whether they are facing temporary losses or ongoing conditions that threaten their security. With the change of administration and planned cutbacks, the levels of fear and anxiety seem to be higher than ever. I hope this article "Money For Artists During Challenging Times", which provides several funding resources and … [Read more...]
Dealing With Dealers and Art Galleries
Whether you're just flirting with the idea of being in a gallery or have been offered a contract, you want to be prepared with the questions to ask before you join, improve your relationships with them, understand what vanity galleries are, and more. Dealing with dealers and art galleries is serious business and you want to be sure you safeguard your precious artwork and … [Read more...]
The New-York Historical Society Center for Women’s History
For centuries women have inspired, enlightened and informed us with their enormous talent, vision and commitment. Many have served as creative trailblazers. Unfortunately, their contributions have gone under-recognized. That's why we are pleased to announce the opening of the New-York Historical Society's Center for Women’s History. The inaugural event took place on March 8, … [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 door periodically as a test of your convictions. Sometimes the higher you set the bar, the harder the fall. Rejection may cause you excruciating pain and remorse. It may even … [Read more...]
Thinking of Selling Your Art Online? Ask Yourself These Questions First
This article by art marketing expert Carolyn Edlund will answer many questions you may have if you're thinking of selling your art online. Carolyn Edlund is an art business consultant and writer, and the founder of Artsy Shark artsyshark.com. She is also the Executive Director of The Arts Business Institute, and frequently speaks on art business topics in live workshops … [Read more...]
Teaching Art Brings Hope to Future Generations
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 was in college. She thanked me for those art lessons that she received during a very difficult and painful time in her youth, after her parent's divorce. She also explained that … [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 more art marketing components to your website. An art blog is one of those essential website components. As a powerful promotional tool, it helps artists get the attention of … [Read more...]
What’s Your Favorite Article By The Artrepreneur Coach?
I asked several artists who have been interviewed on this site, as part of my series "Advice From Artists To Artists", "What's your favorite article by The Artrepreneur Coach?" I think you'll find their replies very helpful. You'll see links to the articles they like best. You will also find links to their interviews where you'll find their art work, advice, information … [Read more...]
Ways to Place Installation Images of Your Art on Your Website to Increase Sales
One of the most important pages on your website to engage visitors and increase their interest in buying your art is to show images of your art as it looks installed in rooms. Call this page "Room Views" or "Installations", also referred to as "In Situ" images of your art. Place them on your website to increase art sales. This article offers examples and ways you can create … [Read more...]
What Does “Success” As An Artist Mean to You?
Read How 5 Successful Artists Answered This Question In the fourth grade I chose to do a report about Albert Schweitzer and I discovered his quote: "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." His words of wisdom made an indelible imprint on me. When my clients and I discuss their creative, … [Read more...]