By guest blogger Tawny Reynolds of Sundrop Jewelry There are a lot of ways to make a living from your art these days. Online retail, in-person events, consignment and galleries, old-fashioned word-of-mouth, and of course, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Christine O’Brien
California artist Christine O’Brien’s oil paintings capture the feeling of a perfect day on the beach, the rich detail of native flowers, or nostalgia in old collectibles. Visit her website to see more. Drawing my … [Read more]
Featured Artist Paige Hirsch
Artist Paige Hirsch offers a selection of her intuitive abstract paintings that focus on color and texture. More of her work can be found on her website. I am a self-taught abstract artist living in the Hampden neighborhood … [Read more]
Art & Women
Feminine subjects have always been a major focus of art. We invited some artist friends to share work that celebrates women, as well as their inspiration and message. Click on each artist's name to visit their website. Anya … [Read more]
Featured Artist Laura Wilder
Stunning, classic images make printmaker Laura Wilder's portfolio stand out. Enjoy her award-winning art and see more by visiting her website. Twenty years ago, inspired by prints and posters of the early 20th century, I quit … [Read more]
Meet Fiber Art Now
by Carolyn Edlund I recently spoke with Marcia Young, Editor in Chief of Fiber Art Now magazine, which has been using creative strategies to serve artists, offer opportunities and build community. AS: How would you describe … [Read more]
Featured Artist Anne Silber
Hand-printed serigraphs by Anne Silber are meticulously created with layers of stencils made by hand and oil-based ink. See more of this artist’s work by visiting her website. I am a fine art printmaker, working exclusively … [Read more]
Featured Artist Richard Monteleone
Flowing, looping, curving and twisting, artist Richard Monteleone’s three dimensional metal artwork seems to effortlessly hover overhead, creating energy, light and feelings of healing and wonder. Learn more about this visionary artist by … [Read more]
Keep Art Collectors Coming Back
by Carolyn Edlund Don't lose track of your existing customers. They are the key to growing your creative business. Back in the day when I still had my production studio, I frequently sold my work at retail fairs and … [Read more]
Featured Artist Carole Elliott
Australian artist Carole Elliott captures the elusiveness of a wave, the translucency of the water and embrace the sweeping grandeur of the coastline. See more of her work by visiting her website. I have been painting and … [Read more]
3 Art Portfolio Mistakes to Avoid
by Carolyn Edlund These true case studies share some of the pitfalls artists experience when preparing a portfolio presentation. Too Broad An artist was choosing work from his portfolio to share. He wanted to show the breadth … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jennifer Hawkyard
With nature as her inspiration, artist Jennifer Hawkyard creates colorful drawings and digital images. Enjoy her portfolio and see more of her work by visiting her website. After growing up in Northern England, I decided to … [Read more]
Featured Artist Linda Tompkin
Enjoy the stunning portfolio of artist Linda Tompkin, whose clear crisp style gives her paintings endless appeal. Visit her website to see more. I am an artist specializing in realism. I enjoy painting from life rather than … [Read more]
How Artists Can Build Credibility
by Carolyn Edlund People want to buy art from experts, not amateurs. How can you share your expertise and gain credibility as an artist? The good news is that you are already an expert about your own artwork. You know more … [Read more]