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There Are Positive Solutions for Your Art Career Challenges

By Renee Phillips 4 Comments

Positive Solutions for Art Career Challenges. Photo credit: Karen Arnold on publicdomainpictures.net

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...]

Thinking of Selling Your Art Online? Ask Yourself These Questions First

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Selling your art online

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...]

Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Your Artist’s Statement

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writing your Artist's Resume

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 a consultation that’s one of the first projects on their wish list for me to help them with. In another article I wrote How to Write your Artist's Statement that  includes 28 guidelines to walk you through the process. In this article I mention some … [Read more...]

Stop Attracting Bargain Hunters to Your Art

By Renee Phillips 13 Comments

Stop Attracting Bargain Hunters to your art

I see a lot of artists on social media promoting their art using words like "affordable" "on sale" and "discounts" on a regular basis. Or, they offer art beneath the quality of their general portfolio in order to sell something cheap. It is painful to me that they feel a need to undervalue their art, talent, expertise and commitment. If you're promoting your art in this … [Read more...]

Release Perfectionism and Celebrate “Mistakes” In Your Art Career

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Quote by Renee Phillips "Let your unique vision shine. Let it rejoice. Let it reverberate throughout the world."

If you suffer from perfectionism I hope this article, that I've sprinkled with inspirational quotes,  helps you release perfectionism and celebrate "mistakes" in your art career. For many years I was very tough on myself and tried to achieve perfection in every business task or creative endeavor.  With help from spiritual studies and self-exploration I learned to finally … [Read more...]

Interview with Artist Roopa Dudley With Advice to Artists

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Roopa Dudley

From "The Advice To Artists From Artists" Series of Interviews. Roopa Dudley is an innovative artist who refers to herself as "an American (Chess) Painter gravitating towards Steampunk Art and Graphic Design".  Her paintings are created with bold compositions and saturated colors. They usually have a story to tell and reflect the artist's deep interest in dark humor. They … [Read more...]

Advice To Artists From Bren Sibilsky and Hamish Blakely

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Bren Sibilsky, Esoteric

Prior to becoming the founder of Manhattan Arts International magazine and director and curator for Manhattan Arts International and The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS online galleries, I was a full-time self-supporting artist. But I didn't do this alone. I continuously exchanged information with fellow artists. That's why I am delighted to present this "Advice To Artists … [Read more...]

Get Inspired by Famous and Courageous Artists

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Auguste Renoir, Diana, 1867, oil on canvas. Photo: Public domain. wikimedia.org

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 art career. As you know, when your career is going smoothly, it is easy to stay committed to your goals. When sales are steady, you seem to attract more buyers. When your work … [Read more...]

How to Avoid Getting Rejected in Art Competitions & Mistakes Artists Make

By Renee Phillips 31 Comments

"The Art Critic" by Norman Rockwell. Created in 1955. Style: Regionalism Courtesy of Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, MA, US. Photo: Fair Use. in the US

Has your art ever been rejected in a juried art competition? Were you confused because after seeing the exhibition you asked yourself, my work is just as good, if not better, so why was it rejected? Hopefully from this article you will gain insight about the many considerations jurors think about when choosing art and help you avoid getting rejected in art competitions. If … [Read more...]

Where to Find Art Buyers and Meet Collectors

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC, NY. Photo credit: Renee Phillips.

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 provides 16 ways to find them. What Leo Castelli Taught Me I recall having the honor and privilege of interviewing the late Leo Castelli, foremost art dealer of the … [Read more...]

Beware of Vanity Galleries

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Use caution when using art materials

It is A Pay to Play Game In Which Artists Have Much to Lose This article offers advice that is useful when considering "vanity galleries" and all exhibition opportunities. When I read a letter or an email that an artist has received from a gallery I can almost immediately determine if it's a legitimate gallery or a "pay to play" business. Artists don't always recognize the … [Read more...]

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How to Avoid Getting Rejected in Art Competitions & Mistakes Artists Make

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What Really Is Self-Taught Art and What Does It Mean to Be A Self-Taught Artist?

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Art and Artist’s Statements – Quotes by Famous Artists

If you're like most artists I know, the task of writing your Artist's Statement feels like torture. You may … [Read More...]

The Basics of Public Relations For Artists

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What to Do When You Receive Publicity As An Artist – 15 Steps to Take

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Selling Your Art to Corporations

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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 … [Read More...]

My Love-Hate Relationship As A Juror / Curator

This is a true confession to you about my love-hate relationship as a juror / curator. During my art career I … [Read More...]

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