Art Fair Calendar has announced the results of its 7th annual “America’s Best Art Fairs” survey. This is the only national online look at the country’s juried art fairs and craft shows.
Authenticating and Tracking Your Art
A well-documented history of your artwork allows potential collectors to better gauge how the work compares to the other pieces.
Post-Sale Strategies to Grow Your Art Business
After a sale has closed and a customer is particularly pleased with their purchase, you may want to ask them for a testimonial.
5 Tips to Make Your Portfolio Images Web Friendly
Before uploading images to your website, you should always resize them smaller and save them at a lower quality.
Why Artists Must Have a Brand Story
Ultimately, a brand story must speak to the audience, not just about the artist.
Your Art Portfolio Checklist
These days, many people will never view your portfolio in person – they must rely on digital images, which makes this task even more important.
How Focus Changed My Photography Business
Embracing a cause and a purpose took this photographer from unknown to memorable. Dawn Whitmore shares her story and how she gained traction in a niche market.
How to Photograph Your Artwork
When selling art, presentation is key. You need excellent images, ideally taken by a professional photographer. If that’s not feasible, use these tips to photograph your artwork yourself.
What Artists Need to Know about Fine Art Printing
by Carolyn Edlund An interview with Michael Baker of fine art printing company Reed Art & Imaging shares insights and answers about reproductions, how they’re made and the benefits for artists. AS: What are common misperceptions that artists have about fine art reproductions? MB: Here are some top misperceptions that artists have, with explanations […]
How Artists Can Earn Income and Support Using Patreon
What also sets Patreon apart is that it is a place to share your creative endeavors directly and intimately, with no outside influences or advertising.
Breaking into New Art Markets: It’s All About Targeting
by Steve Bennett Differentiate Your Art to Rise Above the Noise The first words that an art business consultant said to me after reviewing my portfolio were, “Your pictures of the Grand Canyon are lovely. But so are the photos of thousands of other photographers. Good luck trying to make a living selling them.” My […]
How One Artist Succeeded with a Pop-Up Gallery
Irving took a proactive stance with her business and decided to present and sell her work directly to the public in a self-sponsored pop-up gallery environment.
Art Career Hot Streaks and How to Keep Them Hot
Unpredictably, and often fueled by viral posts on social media, an artist’s work can become a trending topic and publicity can soar, at least temporarily.
Art and Spirituality
The more I tap into that intuitive/spiritual energy, the more my artwork communicates to others in unexpected and serendipitous ways.
