Video Marketing & Artists: A Match Made in Heaven

Artist Russell Christian appears in a video about his studio.

by guest blogger Catherine Stratton Video marketing is, hands down, the most effective way for artists like you to get the attention you deserve. Just like your work, video engages the senses. Since it’s a visual medium, it gives you the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Judy Boyd

“American Flamingo” Watercolor, 16” x 20” by artist Judy Boyd. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Judy Boyd uses color, composition and meticulous attention to detail in her unique and fascinating watercolor bird portraits. Visit her website to see more.     In a fast-paced urban existence, birds are a touchstone to … [Read more]

Creating an Art Business with Limited Energy

Colored pencil artist Corrina Thurston at work. This inspirational entrepreneur started a business despite severe health and energy limitations. She offers tips for others, at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Vermont colored pencil artist Corrina Thurston started her business despite health limitations. She shares what she's learned and how others with limited energy can also thrive.     AS:  How did you get started … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jason Margolis

"Endangered" Charcoal and Oils on Fabriano Board, 100cm x 76cm by artist Jason Margolis. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

South African artist Jason Margolis is a prolific painter who creates portraits, landscapes and murals. Visit his website to see more of his work.     I had a great desire to paint from an early age; I spent hours of my youth … [Read more]

Featured Artist Nancy Christy-Moore

"Cloud Spirits II” Acrylic and Rice Paper Collage and Mixed Media on Gallery Wrapped Canvas, 30” x 40” by artist Nancy Christy-Moore. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Brilliant colors and joyful movement explode from Southwest artist Nancy Christy-Moore's mixed media paintings. Find more of her artwork by visiting her website.     "Inner Painting" (intuitive painting) forms the basis of my … [Read more]

Instagram Interactive Gallery Sells Your Art

Short Stack template with shoppable links. Want to sell your art on Instagram? Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Here's a bright new idea from the folks at ShortStack to create a landing page on your art website that receives traffic from Instagram - turning visitors into customers!     Want to sell more art on … [Read more]

Featured Artist Ralph Páquin

“Morpheus“ Conte on Cast Polymer Media with Lacquer, 61”h x 24”w x 34”d by artist Ralph Páquin. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Ralph Páquin creates flowing, evocative organomorphic forms. Enjoy, and visit his website to see more of his art.     I was born early to teenage parents in Newport, Rhode Island. My father was a hard-working “old school” … [Read more]

Featured Artist Ryan Sobel

"Living Reef" 36" x 48" by artist Ryan Sobel. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Ryan Sobel's paintings feature the beauty of the marine world, it's amazing creatures, and the plight of our oceans. Visit his website to see more of his art.     Born and raised in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio, the sea was not … [Read more]

What Do You Want as an Artist?

What are you willing to struggle for? Reaching your goals as an artist. Read about it at www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Accomplishing what you want as an artist means you may have to embrace some pain on your journey.     Recently I read an amazing blog post by Mark Manson about getting what you want that really reverberated … [Read more]

Featured Artist Gwen Meharg

“Revelation 1.1 The Beginning” Acrylic on Paper, 22” x 30” by artist Gwen Meharg. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Abstract artist Gwen Meharg paints from the heart, expressing thoughts, emotions and hope through her artwork. More of her paintings can be seen by visiting her website.     Greetings from Fort Worth, Texas. Yes, I am a horse … [Read more]

Goals Matter: Pointers for a Productive Year

A conceptual look at life or business goals, with similar concepts. Read more at www.ArtsyShark.com

Guest blogger Mickey Bond conducted interviews with two artists on the importance of organization, discipline and balance in their professional lives. Here's their best advice on how to flourish.     "It's official: we can … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jon Winslow

"Left Alone" Acrylic on OSB Board, 12" x 16" by artist Jon Winslow. See his portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist Jon Winslow's paintings transport the viewer into an upbeat, dreamlike and slightly off-kilter world. See more of his work by visiting his website.     What I am working on now is probably a good place to start in my … [Read more]

Featured Artist Raven Skye McDonough

"21st Century Athena" Paper Mosaic Collage, 36" x 36 by artist Raven Skye McDonough. See her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Brilliant colors, flowing form, pattern and texture are the hallmarks of mixed media collage artist Raven Skye McDonough. Visit her website to see more of her work.     Born under the sign of Aries, I can become easily bored, … [Read more]

Selling One-of-a-Kind Art at Wholesale

"Oz Group" of soft sculptures by artist Kent Epler. Read how he sells his one-of-a-kind work at wholesale by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

by Carolyn Edlund Looking for new and lucrative markets for your art? Here's how one artist developed repeat wholesale business selling one-of-a-kind sculpture.     Kent Epler, the talent behind The Laughing Boy creates humorous … [Read more]