Those of us in the fine art industry know that artists and art galleries have had a long-standing love/hate relationship. Artists love the fact that galleries market and sell works of art, but they hate the fact that the better galleries keep 40% or 50% of every sale. Then along came the Internet, and...
Pricing artwork is one of the most complex tasks that emerging artists face, especially when they first begin to work with galleries. It's easy to see by reading art business articles and books on art marketing that the opinions of the experts vary. Otter Point, Acadia by Lori Woodward, acrylic on...
Back in April I posted an interview with Clyde Aspevig under the Plein Air section of our old website. I wanted to move the interview over to our new blog area for those who haven't had a chance to read Clyde's responses. Clyde is very generous with his knowledge, has great insight on what makes...
Today, there are many online means of promoting and selling artwork, and many collectors go online before they head to their nearest gallery. by Daniel Grant A decade ago people questioned whether anyone would buy art that they had only seen over the internet—not in person. Now there are many online...
Numerous artists have found success selling to the Christian market, a large segment of the population consisting partly of art collectors but mainly of people who are looking to purchase prints and posters that reflect their beliefs and values. by Daniel Grant The Lord’s Blessing by Kathy Lawrence...
Warm-up exercises are as important for artists as they are for musicians and athletes. by Daniel Grant Warm-ups for artists often involve being spontaneous, loosening up your muscles, and letting go. But jogging might work too! Athletes stretch before a game. Prior to performing, opera singers sing scales...