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 organization uses color theory to interpret trends — looking at fashion, design and “socio-economic conditions” for inspiration. Well, Pantone has announced the 2023 color … [Read more...]
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How to Write Your Short Artist’s Statement
Your average length Artist's Statement usually runs around 100-200 words. (Read "How to Write Your Artist's Statement"). After you've written that, it's a good exercise to pare it down for those times when you'll need to be very concise. If you've entered any of the online art exhibitions I've curated on the Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & … [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 events in New York City. The venues ranged from such diverse spaces as galleries and artists' studios to major corporations and cultural centers, night clubs, and hotels. I was … [Read more...]
Nurture Your Inner Artist – An Inspirational Visual Reminder
Throughout your art career it's natural for thoughts of doubt, rejection and fear to creep in and impede your creative growth. This page contains images with quotations to inspire, motivate and remind you to be positive, confident, and stay on course. You'll find links to several different articles below. Enjoy, grow, and prosper! Most of the time when I begin coaching … [Read more...]
Interview with the Inimitable Artist Nancy Reyner on the Topic of Success
I've had the pleasure of knowing Nancy Reyner nancyreyner.com, for several years. She is the epitome of a well-balanced consummate professional as a painter, author and instructor. She has been painting for over 30 years and is highly skilled in a variety of media including oil, acrylic, watercolor and mixed media. Her art can be found in galleries and is in numerous … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Confusing Your Potential Art Buyers
When visiting artists' websites I often discover many unintentional missteps. Many artists may not be aware of the negative impact they have on visitors. They wonder why their art isn't selling as well as it should be. If you want to increase your art sales one important art marketing step to consider is how to avoid confusing your potential art buyers. This article offers … [Read more...]
Interview with Barbara Markoff, Art Consultant and Photographer
When it comes to experts in the field of art in the healthcare art market Barbara Markoff stands out among all the rest. Her career as a leading corporate and healthcare art consultant spans decades and she is responsible for having placed artists' works of art in many public collections. Markoff is also the author of Becoming A Corporate Art Consultant, available on Amazon. In … [Read more...]
How to Write Your Artist’s Statement
28 Guidelines and Sample Statements 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 advice that's one of the first projects on their wish list for me to help them with. In this article I provide 28 guidelines to walk you through the process of writing your Artist's Statement. I also include the … [Read more...]
Positive Possibilities for You as an Artist
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...]
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...]
Make Positive Changes in Your Art Career
This article began with the intentions of creating a short inspirational message to motivate you to make positive changes in your art career. Suddenly, as if it was propelled by its own volition, the article grew as new thoughts came to mind. Here you will find inspiration, information, and resources to help you meet new challenges and empower and grow your art career and … [Read more...]
Three Mistakes that Can Lead An Artist to Financial Disaster
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 security. In this article I share three mistakes that can lead an artist to financial disaster and share some good advice as well as links to more articles I've written to help you … [Read more...]
Artist Barbara Rachko Maintains A Superior Art Blog
Artist Barbara Rachko barbararachko.art/en has one of the best art blogs that I have encountered. And, as one who visits dozens of artists' websites and blogs every day, I consider myself to be an experienced blog reader. I frequently refer to her blog in my social media promotions with advice for artists as an excellent model. So, in this article "Artist Barbara Rachko … [Read more...]
Are You Facing Reality As An Artist?
After 30 years of professional practice as a career coach and mentor to artists, I've learned about all kinds of problems and challenges artists face. I take very seriously my role in offering the best solutions. Based on experience I've observed there are certain issues that many artists deal with throughout their careers. Here are four of the many ways that raise the … [Read more...]
Here Are Many Key Principles, Tips and Strategies to Achieve Success As An Artist
Here are several very popular and valuable articles designed to guide you on your successful art career. In each one you'll find many key principles, tips and strategies to take you step-by-step through the process. Several of the articles have links to even more resourceful articles. You may want to save this page and return often. 10 Ways to Avoid Art Career Sabotage You … [Read more...]
Being Objective About Your Art Isn’t An Easy Task
How to See Your Art From A Juror's Perspective When I was a professional artist it puzzled me how often there was a difference between what the galleries or my collectors chose and what I thought were my best works. Now, as a mentor for artists and curator of exhibitions, I can empathize with artists who have the same experiences. Being objective about your art isn't an easy … [Read more...]