Many artists I have counselled tell me they lack confidence because they don’t earn a living solely from selling their art. This is a destructive and unrealistic way to think. First of all, your talent should not be measured by your source or amount of income. Secondly, the unfortunate truth is most artists have to find ways to supplement an artist's income. The good news is … [Read more...]
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The Artist’s Success Plan For Moving
According to several different U.S. surveys, Americans move an average of 11.7 times in their lifetime. Perhaps you are dealing with this situation right now or you will be in the near future. When you have to pick yourself up and move to a new location it’s not an easy task to give up the security of your familiar surroundings, lifestyle and friendships. It may feel like your … [Read more...]
Advance Your Art Career With An Art Press Release
Since you're here, you're probably interested in advancing your art career, gaining more recognition and reaching a wider audience of potential art buyers. A well-planned publicity campaign with a press release can help you attain those goals. Whether it’s to announce your upcoming exhibition, a newly completed series, or an award or grant you received writing and distributing … [Read more...]
How Artists Choose Titles For Their Art
Have you every wondered how artists choose titles for their art? Or why they choose to show their art without titles? In this article I share insightful comments and suggestions from several artists about this topic. You may never look at an artist's work and title in the same way ever again. As an artist you may also consider taking this subject more seriously. While … [Read more...]
Comments From Readers
Thank You For Writing Comments It's so rewarding to know that the articles I write on The Artrepreneur Coach blog strike a cord with many artists and other art professionals worldwide. Here are some comments from readers. I truly appreciate them and they mean a lot to me. What a great way to start my day with another one of your inspiring articles. Thank you so much … [Read more...]
What You Must Do After Your Art Exhibition
Shan Fannin is an artist from Austin, TX, and recognized internationally for her vibrant and bold paintings of vehicles. She possesses superb artistic skills and attention to detail. Her solo exhibitions include the Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance and she was the featured artist for the 2018 annual Lubbock Arts Festival featuring artists from around the U.S. Her art is in … [Read more...]
Resources and Opportunities for Artists
This page has been created for art professionals to gain more knowledge to advance their careers. On this page you'll find dozens of opportunities and resources for artists. Most of them are either free or low cost and available to artists around the world. I invite you to bookmark this page and visit often. The function of this page is to offer resources not readily … [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 matters about your physical and emotional health, career security and financial protection, I urge you to be diligent and exercise precaution. In this article I share some of the many … [Read more...]
5 Artist’s Biography Mistakes and How to Correct Them
If you follow this blog you know I consider a properly-written Artist's Biography to be one of the most important art marketing tools. So, I'm delighted to present this article "5 Artist's Biography Mistakes and How to Correct Them" by John R. Math, a photographer and the former Gallery Director of the Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery. In this informative article … [Read more...]
My Wake Up Call to Reality as an Artist
Early in my art career, I was very naive, and assumed all I had to do was create art and I would be discovered. I would say, “I don’t want to handle anything that has to do with business; after all, I'm an artist!" With this mindset I was unable to support myself from the sale of my paintings and I refused to accept business advice. I had no plan in mind for success. … [Read more...]
12 Ways to Nurture Your Inner Artist
If you're a sensitive, creative person who is good at fulfilling other people’s needs and forget to pay attention to your own, in time you may become less creative and lose confidence and motivation. You must find the time to take care of your personal needs and heal yourself. Here are 12 ways to nurture your inner artist. Choose a comfortable chair, light a candle, … [Read more...]
10 Steps for Artists to Warm Up “Cold Calls”
The term "Cold Calls" came into being when we used only telephone calls to connect with people. Now, we have more ways to connect. If you're like most of my clients you get cold feet when having to make "Cold Calls" to connect with influential people such as prospective customers, gallery owners, curators, art consultants, and arts writers. I wrote this article provides the … [Read more...]
Plan For Your Holiday Art Sales Now With Email Marketing – 7 Steps
There are many people who are thinking about what to give as holiday gifts and other special occasions and your art work should be on their minds. This article who help you plan for your holiday art sales now with email marketing. Marketing experts agree more than 70% of the population prefer that businesses reach out to them by email. To help you generate robust art sales … [Read more...]
Artist Susan McLaughlin’s Awesome E-newsletter
If you follow me here you know I'm always encouraging artists to build an email list and send e-newsletters to enhance follower loyalty, build your brand, and increase your art sales. What prevents most artists from doing it is they dread the thought of writing. So, when I received Susan McLaughlin's awesome e-newsletter today I was over the moon! With her permission I am … [Read more...]
Topic Ideas For Your Art Blog Posts
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...]
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...]