Many major art world decision-makers want to develop art partnerships with talented artists who also have strong relationship skills. As your art coach and mentor I encourage you to grow your art … [Read more...]
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How I Helped Lisa Become A Full-Time Artist
When Lisa approached me for art marketing advice and a series of coaching sessions, her primary goal was to become a full-time artist. When an artist asks me to help them with this type of goal there … [Read more...]
Interview With Artist Nancy Staub Laughlin With Advice to Artists Part I
It is an honor to present this interview with innovative artist Nancy Staub Laughlin nancystaublaughlin.com who has created a new concept of the “still life”. I've had the pleasure of knowing Nancy … [Read more...]
Interview with Artist Elynne Rosenfeld With Advice to Artists
Elynne Rosenfeld, elynnerosenfeld, creates pure abstract paintings using mixed media. Her new series is entitled “Divine Alignment” which incorporates symbols familiar to those who practice Reiki. She … [Read more...]
Video for “The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope” Exhibition
I had the pleasure of curating "The Healing Power of Art: Love, Peace, Unity & Hope 2023 Juried Exhibition" on The Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS website, an initiative I launched to promote … [Read more...]
Interview with Peter N. Van Giesen With Advice to Artists
Peter N. Van Giesen, peternvangiesen.com, is inspired by “The Eternal Aura of Nature”. For him, the act of creating art is “a mystical process, a spiritual work, a gift to be shared.” I am … [Read more...]
How to Prepare For Your Next Successful Art Exhibition
Your next art exhibition may be organized by a sponsor who will do all the preparation and promotional work or you may have decided to share the responsibilities. Maybe you have decided to organize … [Read more...]
Important Advice For Creating Your “About The Artist” Page
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 … [Read more...]
Why Do Your Art Buyers and Fans Love Your Art?
This question "Why do your art buyers and fans love your art?" may strike you as simplistic, surprising and embarrassing. My next question is, when was the last time you asked yourself that … [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 … [Read more...]
Love and Passion in Art
It's February and in art our thoughts go to images of heart shapes, lovers embracing and the color red. For this love-inspired article, I collected a few excerpts from articles and exhibitions from … [Read more...]
Dealing With Dealers and Art Galleries
Whether you're just flirting with the idea of being in a gallery or have been offered a contract, you want to be prepared with the questions to ask before you join, improve your relationships with … [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. … [Read more...]
Interview With Artist Barbara Rachko With Valuable Advice to Artists
Barbara Rachko, barbararachko.art/en, is an internationally exhibited artist, author and blogger. She creates unique pastel-on-sandpaper paintings that are inspired by Mexican and Guatemalan cultural … [Read more...]
Is This Another Art Scam?
(This article was originally written in May, 2019 and was recently updated in 2023.) I recently received an email from an artist informing me that she had sent her artwork to a gallery in Manhattan … [Read more...]
Interview with Barbara Markoff, Art Consultant and Photographer
When it comes to experts in the field of art in the healthcare art market Barbara Markoff stands out among all the rest. Her career as a leading corporate and healthcare art consultant spans decades … [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...]
How to Create An Art Patron Plan
Have you ever asked yourself, how can I sell many works of art before I create them? If so, you'll love this article about how to create an Art Patron Plan. If you’re an artist who enjoys creating a … [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...]
Writing About Your Abstract Art
Most artists I know find writing artist's statements very difficult. One might agree that for artists who work in the style of realism, it is an easier task to communicate their inspiration. However, … [Read more...]
Taking The First Steps To Launching An Artist Group or Organization
If you are an artist you know what artists need better than anyone, at some point in your career you may feel compelled to launch an art organization. If you have a strong desire to help fellow … [Read more...]
Helpful Art Business Facts For Every Professional Artist
Some of the most valuable assets you can use in your art career are the simple and straightforward facts that stand the test of time. However they often are the ones we forget so easily. Here are some … [Read more...]
The Champion Artist Is An Inspired Realist
This light-hearted article gently pokes fun at some unrealistic artists we all know. It also discusses the qualities and practices that most successful artists possess and affirms my belief that the … [Read more...]
Being Objective About Your Art Isn’t An Easy Task
How to See Your Art From A Juror's Perspective When I was a professional artist it puzzled me how often there was a difference between what the galleries or my collectors chose and what I thought … [Read more...]
Not All “Calls for Artists” Are Equal
You're probably familiar with the “Calls for Artists” that offer juried exhibitions. There are many excellent, trustworthy people and programs available that offer the best opportunities to exhibit … [Read more...]
How to Create A Great Painting
Nancy Reyner, nancyreyner.com, is a world renowned artist, instructor and author. She received her BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design, and an MFA from Columbia University. Her art is in … [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...]
Consider Your Art for The Growing Healthcare Market
Have you ever considered placing your art in healthcare facilities? This could offer you a new outlet for sales and commissioned works of art. If your art fits the criteria, there are many different … [Read more...]
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 … [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...]
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 … [Read more...]
How to Create Successful Art Exhibitions Using Themes
Enhance The Mood, Increase Attendance, Attract Publicity and Get Financial Sponsorship for Your Art Event You probably already know by now that at one point in my art career I organized many art … [Read more...]
16 Steps to Achieve Your Art Career Goals in 30 Days Spending 30 Minutes A Day
If you're like most artists I know you probably have a limited amount of time to spend working on your art career goals. If so, that shouldn’t deter you from embarking on the journey toward achieving … [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...]
More Than 100 Tips and Resources for Artists to Achieve Art Career Success
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 article, I've selected a few of … [Read more...]
Thinking of Selling Your Art Online? Ask Yourself These Questions First
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...]
10 Best Selling Tips For Artists
If you visit the hundreds of articles I've written for you on this website you'll probably find thousands of sales tips for artists. In the interest of saving you time I like to occasionally offer … [Read more...]
Art Review of Paintings by Ken Marsden, An Extraordinary Watercolorist
It is an honor and pleasure to present this Art Review about watercolors by Ken Marsden, kenmarsden.com. Ken is a masterful contemporary artist whose watercolor paintings emanate an aura of poetic … [Read more...]
Find Several Highly Popular Articles for Artists
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 … [Read more...]
Why I Love Curating Online Art Exhibitions
This article was originally written in 2016 and updated in 2023. I’m like a child on Christmas morning with a pile of presents under the tree waiting to be unwrapped. But, instead of boxes, there … [Read more...]