Featured Artist Dorothy Berry-Lound

“Through to the Groves Dusk” Photopainting, Various Sizes by artist Dorothy Berry-Lound. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Digital artist Dorothy Berry-Lound uses a technique called Photopainting. The result is mesmerizing and beautiful. Visit her website to see more of her artwork.     I don’t see things the same as other people; when I take a … [Read more]

What Motivates Your Collectors?

What Motivates Your Collectors? Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund People purchase art for different reasons. Why do they buy from you?     People always find a way to afford things that are very meaningful to them. As an artist, it's up to you to convey the meaning behind … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jeff Ferst

“The Good Life” Oil and Pastel on Canvas, 60” x 40” by artist Jeff Ferst. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Drawing inspiration from the Arizona desert scenery, artist Jeff Ferst paints vibrant and textural landscapes, as well as whimsical and delightful deconstructed works in color. Visit his website to see more.     I am a colorist. … [Read more]

Featured Artist Anne Palmer

“Love Me Forever? Kaya” Scratchboard, 8” x 10” by artist Anne Palmer. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Anne Palmer’s detailed and captivating scratchboard art focuses on the natural world.  See more of her intriguing portfolio by visiting her website.     As far back as I can remember, I wanted to be an artist. I was lucky … [Read more]

Love of Color

Artwork by Priscilla Batzell

Art and color are perfect partners. We asked some artist friends to share their works and their approach to using color. Click each name to visit their website.     John Barney I never let reality get in the way of color. My … [Read more]

Featured Artist Daniel McPheeters

“Celestial Precession” Archival Pigment Ink Print, 18" x 24" by artist Daniel McPheeters. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Daniel McPheeters combines his love of art and science to create stunning digital collages of scenes drawn from nature. Visit his website to see more of his amazing art.     All my life I have been passionate about art as … [Read more]

Top 3 Marketing Mistakes Artists Make

Top 3 Marketing Mistakes that Artists Make. Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

by guest blogger Kimberly Houston In my work as a copywriter and marketing strategist for artists and other creatives, I tend to see the same three marketing mistakes over and over again.     In fact, when I hung out my shingle … [Read more]

Featured Artist Judy Hintz Cox

"3 Doors of Liberation" Mixed Media on Canvas, 32" x 32" by artist Judy Hintz Cox. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Abstract artist Judy Hintz Cox creates paintings that evoke emotions, convey simplicity, and become a starting point for meditation. To see more of her work, please visit her website.     Since I am a visual artist and not a … [Read more]

How Artists Can Work Effectively with Publishers

Artist Michelle Hunter got exposure for her work on the cover of this professional journal.

Guest blogger Mary Jo Courchesne shares the ins and outs of negotiation when getting your art into a publication.     You’ve promoted your work on your website, in social media, and on various vendor outlets like Etsy, … [Read more]

Featured Artist Katie Hoffman

“Masquerade” Oil on Wood, 14" x 14" by artist Katie Hoffman. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

The artwork of Katie Hoffman is mysterious, dreamlike and filled with large shapes of bright color and symbolism. To see more of her paintings, visit her website.     My BFA emphasis was drawing, but in the last year of my … [Read more]

Artists & Their Work

Artist Justine Reichman

We asked some artist friends, "What is your creative work about? What is the concept behind it?"     Justine Reichman Moving away from the traditional, my photography permits a private, almost sacred view into myself and my … [Read more]

Featured Artist Lee Hendrickson

“Pacific Blues” Crystalline acetaminophen (active ingredient in Tylenol) Photography, Various Sizes by artist Lee Hendrickson. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist and scientist Lee Hendrickson’s photographs are crystals magnified thousands of times, captured using a high-resolution digital imaging microscope. Enjoy Lee’s amazing imagery by visiting his website.     It has often been … [Read more]

Featured Artist Lily Van Bienen

"A Flaming Tulip" Oil on Linen, 116cm x 88cm by artist Lily Van Bienen. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Lily Van Bienen finds joy in painting large, colorful and expressive floral portraits. See more of her amazing work by visiting her website.     For as long as I can remember, I have always had a romance with flowers. I … [Read more]

10 Easy Tips for Better Sales at Your Next Art Fair

How to Increase Sales at Your Next Art Fair. Read about it at www.Artsyshark.com

By guest blogger Mckenna Hallett   Ready to increase your sales at every fair? Here's how to adjust your mindset and get results.     First off: Have no fear. I have no power to turn you into a sleazy salesperson. I have … [Read more]