Featured Artist Karen Fitzgerald

Abstract painting of the moon during the day by Karen Fitzgerald

Fascinated by the moon and its cycles, Karen Fitzgerald focuses her work on perception and the natural world. View more of her portfolio by visiting her website.     The natural world has always been the touchstone for my … [Read more]

Featured Artist Marcus Callum

Oil portrait of a man looking up by Marcus Callum

Realist painter Marcus Callum creates expressive and insightful portraits that capture the subject's inner thoughts. Visit his website to see more of his work.     Fusing traditional painting techniques with a contemporary … [Read more]

New Report on the Working Artist

There's a Model for the Middle Class Artist

by Carolyn Edlund This groundbreaking new report explodes myths about visual artists. It measures their impact on the economy and society, and reveals the importance of business education to their success.     The Report on the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Gabrielle Fischer

Bronze sculpture of Orion by Gabrielle Fischer

Artist Gabrielle Fischer presents a portfolio of bronze sculpture created in a signature layered and fragmented style. See more of her work by visiting her website.     As I reflect on my artwork and its evolution since my early … [Read more]

Featured Artist Carolyn Hutchings Edlund

Oil painting of moonlight over a snowy field by Carolyn H. Edlund

New York-based oil painter Carolyn Hutchings Edlund invites you to explore the natural world through her richly colored and finely detailed landscapes. View more of her art by visiting her website.     I am an artist. I was given … [Read more]

Featured Artist Sheri Rush

Abstract mixed media landscape painting by Sheri Rush

Sheri Rush's colorful abstract paintings convey a fascinating visual expression of the landscape. Visit her website to see more of her portfolio.     I am a Chicago based painter whose practice includes photography and collage. I … [Read more]

Featured Artist Rose Tanner

Oil portrait of a Bee Eater bird by Rose Tanner

Enjoy Canadian artist Rose Tanner’s delightful bird portraits, painted in oil. See more of her wonderfully expressive work by visiting her website.   With my work, I hope to inspire people to spend time outdoors and find a reason to be … [Read more]

Become an Art Collector

Painting by Kristen Jongen

Guest writer, color expert and artist Amy Wax shares compelling reasons to become an art collector.     There are many reasons for bringing art into your life. Some of them very personal, and others are reasons that are purely … [Read more]

Featured Artist Christina Peters

Photographic kaleidoscopic image of cauliflower by Christina Peters

Christina Peters creates beautifully patterned kaleidoscope images using food photography. See more of her fascinating art by visiting her website.     I started taking pictures when I was eight years old with my father’s Minolta … [Read more]

Featured Artist Tammy Liu-Haller

Graphite drawing of the head of a ram by Tammy Liu-Haller

The clean lines and precise detail of artist Tammy Liu-Haller’s drawings give them a larger than life quality. Enjoy more of her portfolio by visiting her website.     I was always artistic and spent my first two years in college … [Read more]

Featured Artist Darcy Meeker

Stone sculpture of a woman's upper torso by Darcy Meeker

Artist Darcy Meeker captures the essence of each stone she carves into flowing organic sculpture. Visit her website to see more of her work.     I carved my first stone at a two-day workshop and traded it with the teacher for a … [Read more]

Featured Artist Barbara Hangan

Framed oil painting of the head only of a steer by Barbara Hangan

Romanian artist Barbara Hangan paints portraits that echo the old masters with layers of paint and varnishes, velvety rich colors and texture. Visit her website to see more of her work.     I was born and educated in Cluj, … [Read more]

5 Ways to Grow Your Art Business

Artist with a palette of paint

by guest blogger Gabe Nelson Working as an artist and growing a successful business at the same time can feel overwhelming. Use these tips to stay focused, consistent and motivated.     Being an independent artist comes with a … [Read more]

Featured Artist Sara Jane Parsons

Watercolor portrait of an elderly woman in a hat by Sara Jane Parsons

Artist Sara Jane Parsons paints watercolors filled with translucent layers of color and light. Learn more about this fascinating artist by visiting her website.     Our everyday world is becoming more technological every day. The … [Read more]