Featured Artist Lioba Brückner

“Evoke” Oil on Canvas, 35cm x 40cm by artist Lioba Brückner. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Lioba Brückner’s pop surrealist oil paintings of young women are colorful, dreamy and romantic. Visit her website to see more of her art.     I see beauty in every woman. I always secretly glance at them when they look … [Read more]

Are You Overwhelming Your Customers with Too Many Choices?

Are you overwhelming your customers with choices?

by Carolyn Edlund Less can be more when it comes to the options you offer.     I recently had conversations with a couple of photographers who sell their work online. The very nature of what they do tends to produce many images, … [Read more]

Featured Artist Laura Burch

Adoring Pig by artist Laura Lee Burch. See her portfolio at www.ArtsyShark.com

Fiber artist Laura Burch presents her charming portfolio of needle felted sculptural animals. Enjoy, and visit her website to see more of her work.     My family and I moved to Tel Aviv, Israel (for my husband’s work) from … [Read more]

Featured Artist Shelle Lindholm

“Feeling Lucky” Fluid Acrylics, 12” x 12”by artist Shelle Lindholm. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Whimsical, vibrant, and energetic, the acrylic and wax paintings of Montana artist Shelle Lindholm feature the wildlife she loves. See more by visiting her website.     Why do I paint animals? Animals are chock full of … [Read more]

Making a Living with Live Painting

Sabrina Terence paints during a dance party.

by Carolyn Edlund It’s art, and it’s entertainment. These two artists combine painting with performance.     I recently spoke with two artists who have found a niche in the live painting arena. Their venues differ, but their … [Read more]

Featured Artist Nicole Daniah Sidonie

“Man with Cigar” Acrylic on Canvas, 20” x 20” by artist Nicole Daniah Sidonie. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Toronto artist Nicole Daniah Sidonie focuses on the human form in her paintings, feeling empathy and familiarity with her subjects. View more of her expressive art by visiting her website.     The virtue of a painting lies in its … [Read more]

Featured Artist Michelle Hold

"Quietly Blossoming" Acrylic on Canvas, 120cm x 120cm by artist Michelle Hold. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Abstract artist Michelle Hold uses color and light to energize her style of painting. See more stunning artwork by visiting her website.     Art is my life and I love the infinite colorful world I live … [Read more]

Featured Artist Karin Alisa Houben

Kanagawa Koi Necklace by Karin Houben. See her artist feature at www.ArtsyShark.com

Karin Alisa Houben creates bead-woven, sculptural jewelry that draws attention to the diverse splendor and infinite detail of the natural world. See more of her work by visiting her website.     Frida Kahlo once said, “I paint … [Read more]

3 Things Art Collectors Need to Know

Customer shopping in an art gallery. Read about collectors at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Potential customers need as much information about your art as possible in order to make a buying decision.     You’ve identified prospective collectors who have a genuine interest in your art. You will … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jeanette Fournier

“Between A Rock And Hard Place” Watercolor, 12” x 15"h by artist Jeanette Fournier. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Jeanette Fournier creates captivating watercolors and drawings of wildlife, bringing them to life with meticulous attention to detail. Enjoy more of her art by visiting her website.     I’ve been drawing and creating art … [Read more]

The Art of 3D Typography: An Interview with Noah Camp

"That's My Jam" 3D typography by Noah Camp. See more at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Lettering expert and Instagram sensation Noah Camp is a 3D artist, illustrator, and typographer, interviewed about this fascinating and cutting-edge technique.     AS:  What is 3D typography? NC:  3D typography … [Read more]

Featured Artist Mark Flowers

"The Staining" 36" x 34" mixed media by Mark Flowers. See his feature at www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Mark Flowers uses fascinating imagery to create "visual poetry" that reflects his relationship with the world. Enjoy his compelling portfolio and visit his website to see more.     My name is Mark Flowers and I live just … [Read more]

Featured Artist Lynden Cowan

“Rattling Brook Falls” Oil on Canvas, 30" x 36"by artist Lynden Cowan. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Canadian artist Lynden Cowan’s oil paintings of rural landscapes and buildings invite you to step right into the image. Visit her website to see more of her artwork.     Each year, once school was released for the summer, I was … [Read more]

An Artist in Transition

"Eclipse" by artist Antar Dayal. Read his story at www.ArtsyShark.com

By Carolyn Edlund Times change, and selling art presents new challenges and new opportunities. Artist Antar Dayal shares an intriguing story of success, disaster and rising from the ashes.     Antar Dayal has always worked for … [Read more]