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Ways to Place Installation Images of Your Art on Your Website to Increase Your 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 … [Read more...]
How Artists Can Develop Satisfied Art Buyers and Increase Art Sales
After you concentrate on creating the best art you possibly can you can then think about how to attract buyers to your art, and sell more of it. This article is about how artists can develop … [Read more...]
The Power of Dreams For Artistic Inspiration
The power of dreams for artistic inspiration is not surprising. Many artists have received their creative ideas from their dreams. In this article I take you on a memory of how I helped an artist … [Read more...]
10 Ways for Artists to Be Optimistic
There are many things you will never be able to change, such as who your parents are, the closing of your art gallery, or the onslaught of the coronavirus pandemic. How much we focus on the current … [Read more...]
Winning Traits of Successful Artists
In my career I have had the honor of meeting artists from around the world who are at different levels of their art careers. It is immediately apparent which ones have developed the traits and … [Read more...]
Keith Morant Offers A Solution to The Artist’s Creative Challenge
Keith Morant (1944-2022) was an internationally acclaimed, multi-award winning artist who created expressive oil and mixed media abstract paintings. He received innumerable distinguished awards … [Read more...]
Activate Your Power of Being Focused As An Artist
Having laser sharp clarity about your art career goals, creative direction, and moment to moment priorities can all make a huge difference in your life and career. When you activate the power of being … [Read more...]
Are You Turning Away Art Buyers?
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...]
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 … [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 … [Read more...]
Advice to Artists From Artist Nancy Staub Laughlin Part II
Nancy Staub Laughlin www.nancystaublaughlin.com is a mixed media artist who has created a new concept of the “still life”. Her successful art career spans more than three decades. Her creative … [Read more...]
How to Sell Your Art to New Home Owners
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...]
The Powerful Art of Collaboration for Mutual Satisfaction
An important component to achieving the most success in your art career is your ability to grow mutually beneficial relationships. You will achieve a bigger and brighter future when you join forces … [Read more...]
The D, E, F of Fine Art Terms
The art world is an exciting treasure trove with thousands of terms that describe artistic styles and movements. They educate and enlighten us and are essential when clarifying often complicated … [Read more...]
8 Golden Keys for Art Career Success
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...]
Expressing Your Unique Creative Vision As An Artist
I Hope This Gives You the Strength You May Need Expressing your unique vision as an artist may be one of your biggest challenges. This article includes inspirational messages and motivational quotes … [Read more...]
The Artist’s Impact on Civilization and the Economy is Immeasurable
My Appreciation to All Artists The artist’s impact on civilization and the economy is immeasurable and not often given sufficient credit. The truth is, if it were not for the artist we would suffer … [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 … [Read more...]
Helping Artists Attract Good “Luck” and Fortune
Have you ever experienced the joys of being in the right place at the right time? Did you feel it was luck that played a role? Wouldn’t it be great if you could make this a regular occurrence? Well, … [Read more...]
A Single Art Sale Holds Tremendous Potential: What to Do After The Sale
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...]
The Rewards of Online Exhibitions that Bring People Together
Curating Exhibitions is an Energizing Experience If you have ever curated a group exhibition you know there are many steps involved. For some, it may seem like a tedious, time-consuming project they … [Read more...]
How and Why Artists Win Juried Competitions
Over my career I've juried and curated more than 200 exhibitions both in physical venues and online. My process includes viewing jpegs and reading artist's statements. There are many talented artists … [Read more...]
Are You an Artist Who Suffers From Occasional or Chronic Low Self-Esteem?
This article provides answers to What is Self-Esteem and What Causes Self-Esteem Issues? It also lists Some Signs of Low Self-Esteem, and Offers Several Cures that May Work For You. Having a … [Read more...]
Are You A Trustworthy Artist?
At a cocktail party in NYC I was engaged in a conversation with two Manhattan real estate brokers who sell cooperative apartments in the high million-dollar range. When discussing the best ways to … [Read more...]
Do Artists Have A Duty to Reflect the Times In Which We Live?
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...]
Create An F.A.Q. Page on Your Art Website
You've probably noticed I've written a lot about how to improve your art website -- from mistakes to avoid when creating your art website, how to improve your visitors' experience, and how to create … [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 … [Read more...]
How Did Your Mother Positively Influence You As An Artist?
Artists Pay Homage to Their Mothers and Share Loving Memories (Originally published in May, 2020 with more recent updates) In preparation for this article to commemorate Mother's Day, I wanted to … [Read more...]
Art and Mental Health
Art and mental health is an important correlation I have been involved with for many years, beginning in my school days as a volunteer in a mental hospital. I recognized the difference in patients' … [Read more...]
The Influence of Architectural Design on The Art Market
When was the last time you thought about how trends in architecture influence art buying decisions? The more you know about this industry the better. Why? Because there is a direct correlation between … [Read more...]
Top Tips For Creating a Successful Artist Email Newsletter by Michelle Endersby
Michelle Endersby is an artist who lives Bonbeach Victoria, Australia. Her stylized portraits of roses on round canvases represent her return to wholeness after awakening from a coma following brain … [Read more...]
Many Time-Saving Tips for Busy Artists
How To Gain More Time to Create Art You'd rather spend more time in your studio than get distracted doing other things, right? In all of my roles as an artist career mentor, writer, author, and … [Read more...]
When Artists Should Play it Safe
When you’re in the studio I encourage you to stretch yourself outside your comfort zone as far as you want to go. Take creative risks that are challenging and expanding. However, when it comes to … [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 … [Read more...]
10 Important Attributes of Successful Artists
Ask Yourself: Do You Possess These Qualities? During my extensive career as an exhibition curator, art writer, artist mentor and artist career coach I have observed there are several crucial facts … [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 is no need to be frustrated, confused or mystified about finding art buyers. This article … [Read more...]
Empowering Questions For Artists to Ask Themselves
Questions are the driving forces behind knowledge, invention, solutions, creativity as well as personal and professional growth. As a mentor for artists I often suggest empowering questions for … [Read more...]
Email Tips For Art Professionals
In the professional art world the bulk of your correspondence activities are conducted by email. It is an efficient way to conduct business. I receive hundreds of e-mails daily from artists and other … [Read more...]
More Than 100 Tips and Resources for Artists to Achieve Art Career Success
Simple, Quick Step-By-Step Ideas Many artists have told me they love the articles I write that contain many strategies and quick tips available in a simple, step-by-step, easy to read format. In this … [Read more...]