How Artists Can Attract Press Coverage

A young man in an art studio writing an email

by Carolyn Edlund Want some publicity for your art business? Use these tips to reach out to press members and get noticed.     Reporters and editors are always looking for interesting stories to write articles for their … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jane Mishkind

Untitled landscape on canvas

Artist Jane Mishkind creates dreamlike landscape oil paintings that convey serenity and peace. Visit her website to learn more.     An oil landscape painter and the owner of Smiling Horse Studios (because, yes, I have a horse … [Read more]

Featured Artist Neil Paulino

playing card collage art

Artist and storyteller Neil Paulino presents a delightfully creative collection of playing card collage. View more by visiting his website.     Someone recently asked me “what kind of art do you do?” Honestly, my answer is … [Read more]

Featured Artist David Beale

watercolor painting of boats in Ireland

Watercolorist David Beale presents a collection of landscapes from his portfolio and a story of passion for the craft. Enjoy, and learn more by visiting his website.     I feel that for me art is a state of mind, of approaching … [Read more]

Featured Artist Valerie Morone

landscape oil painting of desert rock formations

Oil painter Valerie Morone shares a masterful portfolio inspired by the stunning landscape of the desert Southwest. Visit her website to see more of her work.     Art has always been a source of joy for me, a place to escape and … [Read more]

How to Make Art Shipping Costs Painless

artist handing a box to a delivery person

by Carolyn Edlund Do you cringe when you think of the response customers have to your shipping costs? Consider these solutions.     A customer likes your art or handmade work, and decides to make a purchase. Midway through the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Percy Armando Rivera

colorful portrait of a woman

Enjoy the exquisite color and expressive lines in artist Percy Armando Rivera's dynamic portfolio. Find more from this talented artist by visiting his website.     I’m originally from Peru and moved to the U.S. about 45 years … [Read more]

Featured Artist Sheryl Ruth Kolitsopoulos

artwork depicting a man picking oregano in Greece

Artist Sheryl Ruth Kolitsopoulos captures moments in time with intricate and beautiful detail. See more of her amazing portfolio by visiting her website.     Attending Art & Design High School in Manhattan was a life changer. … [Read more]

Featured Artist Cindy Packard Richmond

painting of the bow of a boat at sea

Painter Cindy Packard Richmond shares a collection from her portfolio depicting life on the open water. Visit her website to learn more.     What you choose to paint would seem to be what you love. But for me, it is more … [Read more]

Featured Artist Alexis Nicole

digital art image of mountains under a crescent moon

Digital artist Alexis Nicole presents a collection of colorful nature and travel images created in her distinctive contemporary style. Find more by visiting her website.     Nature and travel may seem like opposites, but they … [Read more]

Is Selling Wholesale Right for You?

Wholesale trade show order

by  Carolyn Edlund Have you considered selling your art or handmade work in the wholesale marketplace? Answer these questions to see if wholesaling is the right model.     Wholesaling is a business model that offers huge … [Read more]

Featured Artist Cheryl Kesling

painting of a softly ethereal flower

Painter Cheryl Kesling presents a portfolio of flower paintings that look real enough to touch. Visit her website to see more from this talented artist.     After years away from painting, I picked up the brush again a few years … [Read more]

Featured Artist Peter Polyak

surreal painting of a human eye

Artist Peter Polyak presents a fascinating collection of contemporary paintings that explore the human mind and dreams. Visit his website to view more.     Since childhood, I’ve been captivated by the simple act of drawing. I … [Read more]

Featured Artist Dianna Woolley

dancing flowers painting

Painter Dianna Woolley presents a colorful collection of abstract florals in her distinctive signature style and shares a story of appreciation and philanthrophy. Visit her website to see more.     I've been painting for nearly … [Read more]