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 … [Read more...]
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10 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Your Artist’s Biography
As a writer and curator I visit dozens of artist’s websites every day. In my coaching consultations I help artists achieve their art career goals. We often begin with a discussion about how they write … [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...]
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...]
Use Special Events to Promote and Sell Your Art Every Month
If you want to generate more publicity and attract more art sales you can tap into a range of opportunities available throughout the year. All you need is access to a calendar of special events to get … [Read more...]
What Is An Artist’s “Signature Style” and Why Is It Important?
In this article I answer what is an artist's "signature style" and why is is important? I hope to bring clarity to how you can determine what your "signature style" is and/or how to acquire … [Read more...]
Interview with Denisa Prochazka, Award-Winning Sculptor
Denisa Prochazka, denisa-sculpture.com, is a classically trained figurative sculptor living in Ottawa, Canada, whose passion is creating portrait sculpture and clay reliefs. She has participated in … [Read more...]
Simple, Powerful & Fun Writing Tips For Artists
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 … [Read more...]
Artists Share Positive Ways They Are Using Time in Isolation Part I
It's important for us to stay informed about the ever-changing events related the Coronavirus Pandemic, in order to insure our safety. However, since so much of the news is negative, it is essential … [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 … [Read more...]
Quick Tips For Writing Your Artist’s Statement
Writing your artist's statement may be one of the most essential pieces of writing and yet the most challenging one to do in your art career. And, as your art evolves, you'll be faced with having to … [Read more...]
Celebrating The Accomplishments of Black American Artists
February is Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, making it a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of African American artists. Since 1976, this month … [Read more...]
What Artist Friends Learned and Experienced in April 2020 During COVID-19
April 2020 was a very challenging month for many of us, as it was the second month of being in isolation. For many artists it meant adjusting to a new and welcome routine, such as acquiring more time … [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 … [Read more...]
Scams Aimed at Artists
Artists Beware of Scammers on The Rise! If you are promoting yourself as an artist, have an email address and/or on social media, chances are you have received emails and messages from scammers who … [Read more...]
Get Inspired by Famous and Courageous Artists
This article includes four famous and courageous artists who have overcome insurmountable odds. Hopefully, their stories will lift you up now and anytime during difficult challenges throughout your … [Read more...]
Pantone Color Institute Has Announced Its Choice of “Peach Fuzz” for 2024
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. When you … [Read more...]
A Positive Future for Maturing Artists
Steps to Take to Restore Optimism and Bring Peace of Mind The artists I have coached over the years come from many different cultural and educational backgrounds and span all different ages -- from … [Read more...]
School of Visual Arts Mentors Program and Exhibition
Students Receive Mentorship From Leaders in the New York Arts Community This article was published in 2020. School of Visual Arts (SVA) in NYC, NY, has been a leader in the education of artists, … [Read more...]
Should Artists Place Prices on Their Art Websites?
This article was originally written in November, 2018. Since then we have been experiencing a new set of conditions in the art world, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. The art business world has … [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 to Approach New York Art Galleries and Any Desired Gallery
Most artists from around the world want to be exhibited in New York Art Galleries. However, many of you are confused about how they operate and are misinformed. This article demystifies the New York … [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...]
Valerie Patterson’s New Book “Art to Start the Conversation”
It is a pleasure to announce Valerie Patterson's book "Art to Start the Conversation", published by ABCarlson Publishing, distributed by Ingram, will be released on January 16, 2023. This book … [Read more...]
Dick and Rosanne Are Esteemed Botanical Photographers
Dick and Rosanne are esteemed fine art digital photographers in the botanical realm. Their captivating works of art arouse feelings of being transported into nature’s mesmerizing macrocosm. As viewers … [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 … [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...]
The Golden “Keys” to Attracting Art Buyers to Your Blog
When I suggest to an artist client they start an art blog or that they post more often, if they want to drive more traffic to their website and increase their art sales, the response is usually, “But, … [Read more...]
Guiding You to A More Prosperous and Satisfying Life As An Artist
If becoming a full-time artist is one of your objectives or insuring that you remain self-sufficient as one, we cannot ignore the topic of money. I've written many articles to make the process of … [Read more...]
What Does Your Artist’s Picture Say About You?
You spend money, time and effort designing your art website, place a bold image of your art on your home page and prepare an outstanding display of gallery images, artist's biography and artist’s … [Read more...]
Ceres Gallery Presents #DontShutUp
In honor of Women's HerStory Month, I'll be devoting articles about the topic to raise awareness about how artists and nonprofits are changing the playing field and fostering equality among all … [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...]
Health and Wellness Tips and Resources For Artists
When it comes to artists taking care of their health there are many disheartening reports. As a result of creating art, many artists I know are afflicted with arthritis or joint pain. Or they have … [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...]
How Helping Others Has Led to A Joyful and Fulfilling Art Career
Some of My Powerful Life-Changing Experiences Many years ago I gave up my career as an artist because helping other artists was more fulfilling than creating art. To me, there was no … [Read more...]
How to Stay Financially Secure When You Change Your Artistic Style
An artist I know confessed to me that she had created what she referred to as “safe and saleable” art for two decades. She attracted a loyal clientele and had a lucrative career. However, there was a … [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 … [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 A, B, C of Fine Art Terms
Welcome to the joyful world of art and art vocabulary! As a professional artist, whether you are creating, writing or discussing your art or art movements and art history, it can be exciting when you … [Read more...]
How to Use The “AIDA” Formula When Writing About Your Art and Increase Sales
If you thought this article "How to Use AIDA When Writing About Your Art" is about the Italian opera by Giuseppe Verdi, inspired by an Ethiopian princess, you're in for a surprise. Although you'll … [Read more...]