Artist Mark Rafter shares a fascinating collection of boldly textured and vibrantly colored abstract sculpture. Visit his website to see more of his work. My wall-mounted and freestanding pieces are constructed with expanded … [Read more]
Featured Artist Kathryn Wills
Painter Kathryn Wills creates abstract landscapes using a complex additive and subtractive method. Enjoy her engaging portfolio and find more of her work on her website. I paint to engage or share with the viewer my … [Read more]
Drive Art Website Traffic by Blogging
by Carolyn Edlund Want to draw more visitors to your art website? Consider blogging, which can help your traffic numbers in several ways. As an artist, you have a story that’s interesting to others. You make art or handmade … [Read more]
Featured Artist Heather Quay
Pastel artist Heather Quay beautifully captures simple light-filled moments in everyday life. See more of her portfolio by visiting her website. When I was in junior high, my French class had a unit on the Impressionists. I … [Read more]
Featured Artist Alexander Winegardner
Artist Alexander Winegardner explores a fascination with outer space using technology as a creative tool. View more of his collection here. I am a physicist who has always had a deep sense of artistic and creative passion in … [Read more]
Featured Artist Brandy Hurt
Enjoy the delightful portfolio of jewelry artist Brandy Hurt, and visit her website to see more of her enticing collection. Creativity has always been a part of me. Arts and crafts as a child inadvertently shaped me to love … [Read more]
Featured Artist S. Manya Stoumen-Tolino
Artist S. Manya Stoumen-Tolino creates visual magic with complex allegorical paintings based on change and cycles of life. See more of her portfolio on her website. Is it too much to try to express this experience of living? … [Read more]
Build Your Art Business Locally
The easiest place to sell your work might be near your home. Use these tips to meet local business people, contacts and collectors. Meet local collectors Your hometown can be a great place to sell. Participating in local art … [Read more]
Featured Artist Doug Stuckle
Oil painter Doug Stuckle captures the changing face of nature and the landscape. Enjoy his portfolio, and visit his website to see more of his compelling work. When I was young, I spent much time roaming the fields and … [Read more]
Featured Artist Laurie McKern
Inspired by vintage textiles and patterns, artist Laurie McKern creates engaging figurative paintings with a retro flair. See more of her portfolio by visiting her website. I always knew I wanted to be an artist. I can’t … [Read more]
Featured Artist Christopher Harvey
Artist Christopher Harvey shares a dynamic portfolio of acrylic paintings created in a bold, painterly style. See more of his work by visiting his website. Ever since I was a child, I have been fascinated by the way a few … [Read more]
Featured Artist Joan Konkel
Artist Joan Konkel presents a fascinating portfolio of ethereal woven mesh sculptural artworks that interact with light. Visit her website to see more. I grew up in California, the land of sun, sparkling seas and snowy … [Read more]
How to Deal with Difficult People
by Carolyn Edlund An interview with communications scientist Demetria McNeal on improving conversations and relationships. Demetria McNeal has a background as a researcher, speaker, and communication coach. She has recently … [Read more]
Featured Artist Wendy Marquis
Enjoy the portfolio of painter Wendy Marquis, whose rural scenes capture the open land, fresh air and vintage vehicles. See more of her work by visiting her website. Born into an artistic family and the cultural environment … [Read more]