Featured Artist Amy Pleasant

“Something Worth Waiting For” Acrylic on Canvas, 24” x 36” by artist Amy Pleasant. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Amy Pleasant’s brightly colorful mixed media paintings, focus on the past merging with our collective future. Visit her website to learn more.     Although painting is my passion and I have been drawing since I was a small … [Read more]

How Artists Can Approach the Press

How Artists can Approach the Press. Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Want to attract press attention for your art? A thoughtful, planned approach gets the best results.     Successfully making connections with press members and others who are able to help promote and share your … [Read more]

Featured Artist Chris Navarro

“Twenty % Chance of Flurries” Bronze Sculpture, 13’ x 15’ by artist Chris Navarro. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Known for monumental bronze sculptures, artist Chris Navarro focuses on the untamed world of the American cowboy and animals of the American West. Visit his website to learn more.     I am a national award-winning artist from … [Read more]

Featured Artist Leanne Fink

"Call of the Canyon" Oil on Linen, 24" x 24" by artist Leanne Fink. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Inspired by the lush countryside around her, Leanne Fink creates visually dynamic paintings filled with vivid color. Visit her website to see more of her art.     Artists are unique in that we are willing to bare our souls to the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Amy Guion Clay

"First Thought, Best Thought #20" Acrylic and Toner on Paper, 10" x 13" by artist Amy Guion Clay. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Amy Guion Clay's abstracts are richly layered and filled with soft earth tones that express a world beyond the visual. To see more of this artist’s work, visit her website.     In life and art, I long for the horizon. There is an … [Read more]

Featured Artist Malem Lemieux

“Cantering Andalusian” Borosilicate Glass Flame Worked, 5.5” Tall by artist Malem Lemieux. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Malem Lemieux’s art is primarily focused on horses; her expressive paintings, drawings and sculptures portray them full of life and movement. Visit the artist's website to learn more.     Indulge in an ethereal dance of light … [Read more]

How Artists Can Work with Stagers

"Splash I" and "Splash II" india ink on canvas, 36" x 48" by Joyce Creiger.

by Carolyn Edlund Interested in growing revenue for your art business? The real estate market can provide opportunities and repeat customers for artists who work with stagers.     Stagers are professionals who work with real … [Read more]

Featured Artist Ivan Lebedev

"Sixteen Elephanties" Photography on Paper, 50" x 50" by artist Ivan Lebedev. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Russian-born artist Ivan Lebedev uses photography to make connections by sharing his visual interpretation and restructuring chaos. See more of his work by visiting his website.     I was born fifty-eight years ago in Yaroslavl, … [Read more]

Featured Artist Al Vesselli

"Really Wet" Watercolor, 25" x 35" by artist Al Vesselli. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Shimmering, jewel-like translucent glass, bathed in sunlight, is beautifully captured and magnified with brilliant color in artist Al Vesselli’s watercolor paintings. See more of his art by visiting his website.     I’ve been … [Read more]

Featured Artist Alessandra Ricci

“INSIGHT OUT” Oil on Double Canvas, 24" x 30" “INSIGHT OUT” Oil on Double Canvas, 24" x 30" by artist Alessandra Ricci. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Through her unique 3D canvases,artist Alessandra Ricci captures significant moments in time, leading the viewer to a deeper understanding of everyday life. Visit her website to see more of her intriguing art.     I was born in … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jennifer Wang

"My Own King" Charcoal and Acrylic on Toned Tan Paper, 20" x 14" by artist Jennifer Wang. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Jennifer Wang’s intimate and timeless portraits of the homeless are inspired by her desire to reach out with a message of humility and humanity. Learn more about her by visiting her website.     It is undeniable that … [Read more]

An Art Pro’s Insights for Creative Entrepreneurs

Mural at Hale Koa Hotel in Waikiki by Thomas Deir. See his interview at www.Artsyshark.com

by Carolyn Edlund A recent conversation with Hawaii-based entrepreneur Thomas Deir reveals his recipe for success while staying true to his vision as an artist.     Thomas Deir is an artist, inventor, and business owner. He … [Read more]

Featured Artist Marilyn Sholin

"Vigneto Pieno" Acrylic and Pigment on Canvas, 30" x 24" by artist Marilyn Sholin. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Marilyn Sholin’s effervescent digital and mixed media paintings featuring beverages have a playful twist. Enjoy her portfolio, and visit her website to see more.     As an internationally recognized artist, author and … [Read more]

Featured Artist Marc Scheff

"Lucidity" ArtResin, Gold Leaf and Mixed Media, 11" x 14" x 3" by artist Marc Scheff. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Marc Scheff creates fantastical dimensional layered portraits with magical, softly focused faces caught in time. See more by visiting his website.     My name is Marc Scheff. I grew up in Boston and went to a combination … [Read more]