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12 Simple and Enjoyable Ways to Expand Your Art Career Credibility

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Excellent ideas to use during every stage of your art career! Whether you are an emerging artist, at mid-career level, or restarting your art career after a hiatus, are you looking for more ways to expand your art career credentials? If so, this article gives you 12 simple and enjoyable ways to add more credibility, increase buyers, enhance your reputation, expand your … [Read more...]

Read Excerpts from Artist’s Biographies

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painting by Vincent van Gogh, "The Novel Reader", oil on canvas, 73 x 92 cm. (Photo: Public Domain.)

On this page you will read excerpts from three longer Biographies that I have written. Although I have changed some details to create more condensed samples for you to read, hopefully you will see what you can expect when you hire me to write one for you. Would You Like Me to Write Your Artist's Biography? Visit This Page For More Details My different writing services for … [Read more...]

The Important Differences Between Your Artist’s Biography and Your Artist’s Statement and How to Write Them

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Jean Honoré Fragonard, Young Girl Reading, c. 1769, oil on canvas, 31.9" x 25.5". National Gallery of Art. Photo: Public Domain via wikipedia.org.

On a daily basis I have the pleasure of visiting dozens of artists' websites, either as part of my curatorial process for a new exhibition or in preparation for my writing services when artists are seeking feedback about their art. Suffice to say, I have read a diverse array of Artist's Biographies and Artist's Statements, ranging from excellent to those that are written … [Read more...]

Write Your Artist’s Biography With The Inverted Pyramid Style

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Writing Your Artist's Biography using the Inverted Pyramid Style

When you write your artist's biography with the Inverted Pyramid style you'll enhance your art writing skills and self-promotion. Writing using the Inverted Pyramid Style is a valuable lesson I learned when I launched Manhattan Arts International magazine under the mentorship of a leading United Press International correspondent. Since then, I follow this style, whenever I … [Read more...]

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Writing Your Artist’s Biography

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Writing Your Artist's Biography: Mistakes to Avoid

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 about themselves, their careers, and their greatest attributes and achievements. Unfortunately, I notice many artists don't know how to write a correct Artist's Biography in … [Read more...]

More Than 140 Simple and Powerful Ideas to Achieve Your Art Career Success

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couch and painting

In this article "More Than 140 Simple and Powerful Ideas to Achieve Your Art Career Success" you'll find a wide range of popular articles I've written to choose from that offer you easy to follow, step-by-step guidelines. There are many topics  for you, from increasing your art sales, planning and achieving your art career goals, writing your artist's biography and artist's … [Read more...]

Simple Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Art Website

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Photo Credit: KOBU Agency on Unsplash

Are you wondering why your sales and opportunities aren't as high as you would like? The problem may not be your art. It may be as simple as having a website that appears unattractive and functions poorly. No matter how many visitors you have if your website is unprofessional large numbers of potential art buyers and art agents/galleries may lose respect and interest. There … [Read more...]

Find Several Highly Popular Articles for Artists

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Vincent van Gogh, Bedroom in Arles, 1888, oil on canvas, 28.3" × 35.4".

Have you ever wondered which are the most popular articles for artists that appear on this website? For the answer to this question I use a few tools. One, is a valuable plugin MonsterInsights for WordPress, which I highly recommend. This plugin provides a monthly report letting me know which articles have received the most traffic and from where they come. I also pay … [Read more...]

Add Some Magic to Your Artist’s Biography

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Evening, Sunset Over Manhattan Skyline. Photo credit: Renee Phillips.

When it comes to your Artist’s Biography you’ve been told by the art marketing experts (including me) that it’s important to share your story. But, have you struggled with knowing how to begin and how much to share? It’s important to write a compelling and memorable Artist’s Biography that reaches out and connects with your reader. It should inspire them to learn more about … [Read more...]

Important Advice For Creating Your “About The Artist” Page

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Photo Credit: KOBU Agency on Unsplash

Every day I have the pleasure of making several hundred visits to artists' websites; however, I'm sorry to say that on many of those visits, I am disappointed by what I encounter. Many artists fail to present themselves professionally to visitors of their websites and ignore how they share information with potential art buyers, galleries and curators. They don't give proper … [Read more...]

Helping Artists Learn How to Write it Right

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Edward Hopper art quote

One of my missions as an artist mentor, promoter, and career coach is in helping artists learn how to write their Artist's Statement, Artist's Biography, Art Blog and Elevator Speech. When tackling any of these important documents your goal should be to achieve the most professional results possible. This article is all about helping artists learn to write it right. In this … [Read more...]

Let’s Dispel This Myth About Artists

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Edward Hopper art quote

During a recent consultation with an artist helping with her writing projects for her new website she referred to the Edward Hopper quote, “If I could say it in words there would be no reason to paint.” We laughed and discussed that Hopper was not necessarily saying he couldn't write.  The truth is, Hopper, who was proficient as an oil painter, watercolorist and printmaker in … [Read more...]

How to Write Your Artist’s Biography: The Important Basics

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writing on computer. Photo Credit: KOBU Agency on Unsplash

In "How to Write Your Artist's Biography" I explain what it is, why you need it, suggestions on what to include in it. A compelling and memorable Artist’s Biography reaches out and connects with your reader. It inspires them to bring your art into their lives. Your Artist’s Biography is essential for viewers of your art who want to know more about you. It helps them to … [Read more...]

Experience the Benefits of Learning As An Artist with “How To” Articles

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This article offers several ways to increase your  creative, career and financial growth and accomplish your goals. If you have a thirst for more knowledge but seeking step-by-step guidance you've come to the right place. I invite you to experience the benefits of learning as an artist with some of my "How To" articles. Each article has links to more articles so you can dig … [Read more...]

5 Artist’s Biography Mistakes and How to Correct Them

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efficiency improves art career success. Photo credit Unseen Studio from Unsplash

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...]

An Inspirational Anagram Message to Artists

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An inspirational anagram for artists

I hope you're having a rewarding and creative week. Today I encourage you to spend time celebrating your unique strengths and unlimited creativity. Anagrams are fun tools to make ideas memorable so to help you achieve your fullest potential I've put together an inspirational anagram message to artists using the word C-R-E-A-T-I-V-E. I hope it infuses the rest of your week with … [Read more...]

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Writing Services for Artists

My specialty is writing "Praise Quotes" -- Art Statements for artists to use for promotion and longer Art Reviews which I publish and provide promotional services. I alsowrite Artist's Biographies. Many artists struggle when they have to write about their career and their art. Artists use my writing on their websites, social media profiles, … More...

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