Featured Artist M. Jane Johnson

"Carnival Feathers" mixed media, 30" x 40" by artist M. Jane Johnson. See more of her portfolio by visiting www.ArtsyShark.com

Artist M. Jane Johnson uses bold color and forms in her abstract work. Enjoy her art, and visit her website to see more of her portfolio.     I have loved art since I was a small child when I would recycle my father’s work papers … [Read more]

Artists in San Francisco Join Forces to Reverse the Whiteout of Arts and Culture

Lost Studios

by guest blogger Flora Davis In late November of 2014, the countdown toward eviction at Soma Artists Studios began. After twenty-six years, 43 artists were being priced out of their San Francisco studio building.     The … [Read more]

Featured Artist Nicholas Tredway

AC Slater

Vibrantly colorful, large scale paintings by artist Nicholas Tredway immerse the viewer in a world of shifting shapes, contrasting colors and optical illusions. See more of his amazing work by visiting his website.     I am … [Read more]

Anatomy of a Successful Email Marketing Campaign

Anatomy of a Successful Email Marketing Campaign

by guest blogger Mckenna Hallett of My Golden Words 10 ways to get started on a kick-ass marketing campaign to sell your art.     If you are like most artists in the world, you need more sales of your art. You need to find homes … [Read more]

Featured Artist Shannon Fannin

1956 Red Thunderbird

Artist Shannon Fannin creates paintings that exist on a level between abstract and realism, using illusion, reflection, color and shape to draw her audience in. Visit her website to see more of her artwork.     Do we choose our … [Read more]

Featured Artist Mike Frank

Redmoon

Mike Frank uses lavish color and detail to draw the viewer in to otherworldly scenes that are magical and beautiful. Visit his website to enjoy more of his paintings.     I consider myself a realistic painter with a whimsical … [Read more]

What is America’s Best Art Fair?

Old Town Festival

by guest blogger Connie Mettler ArtFairCalendar.com announces the results of its 3rd annual "America's Best Art Fairs" survey. This survey is the only national online look at the country's juried art fairs and craft shows, designed to reward the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Karen Whitman

Backyards in Winter

The meticulously detailed linoleum block prints of artist Karen Whitman draw the viewer into her compositions. More of this artist's work can be seen on her website.     My work expresses my love for the cityscape, inspired … [Read more]

Featured Artist Christina Sorace MacKinnon

Patience

Captivating colors and powerful brushstrokes energize the abstract paintings of artist Christina Sorace MacKinnon. Visit her website to enjoy more of her inspiring work.     I recall precisely when an abstract painting truly … [Read more]

Featured Artist Averil Stuart-Head

Fantasy Forest

Artist Averil Stuart-Head uses vintage textiles, doilies and linens to create beautiful and intricate collage. Please visit her website to see more of her work.     An invitation to exhibit at the Florence Biennale in 2007 became … [Read more]

Artist Stories

Artist Mia Baila Steller Story

by Carolyn Edlund One of the wonderful things that artists have to offer is a compelling story to share. These three artist stories have been put into virtual book form using the Steller smartphone app.     Lou Carvello I'm a big … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jac Tilton

Waiting for the CTA

Artist Jac Tilton's watercolors capture the essence and character of the landscapes and people that he paints. View more of his portfolio by visiting his website.     I work in two distinct styles: representational watercolors … [Read more]

Artists Share Their Favorite Works

"Ralph" oil on canvas, 18" x 24" by Vincent Keele

Artsy Shark invited some artist friends to share a favorite piece of art with our readers.     Edvarda Braanaas In 2007, I visited the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh and saw his film Kitchen from 1965. The density of the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Holly Savas

Fancy Tower

Artist Holly Savas draws inspiration from vintage and everyday household items to create colorful collages. Please visit her website to see more artwork.     One of my goals is to continually evolve as an artist. The past fifteen … [Read more]