by guest blogger Kelly Heck Four Marketing Techniques YOU Can Use to Boost Your Web Presence 1. Your work is pretty… now what? You have an amazing portfolio to share with the world. You set up a website with your artistry, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Carla Raadsveld
Enjoy the delightfully humorous portfolio of artist Carla Raadsveld. Visit her website to see more of her work. My name is Carla Raadsveld, and I was born in Rotterdam, although I am currently living in Ireland. I was … [Read more]
You’re Probably Doing It Wrong
by guest blogger Andy Derrick Four reasons why your digital portfolio isn't helping you the way it should. Engaging effectively in the digital world is now more essential than ever to be a successful artist— and after … [Read more]
Featured Artist Goran Petmil
Serbian-born artist Goran Petmil works with many types of media, from collage to found objects, creating two-dimensional artwork as well as large installations. To see more of his work, please visit his website. My name is … [Read more]
Featured Artist Lawrence Terry
Using fire as a catalyst for his art, Lawrence Terry shares his fascinating portfolio and talks about the process and the result. Visit his website for more. Having grown up in a military family, uprooting was a way of life … [Read more]
Playing Up
by Carolyn Edlund Years ago, my friend and tennis instructor Rick offered some sage advice. He said, “If you want to improve your game, make sure the person on the other side of the net is better than you. Play up.” “Playing … [Read more]
Featured Artist Helen Turner
With their bright, bold and sunlit colors, Hawaii-based artist Helen Turner shares her love of that tropical paradise through her stunning pastel paintings. To see more of her artwork, please visit her website. . I live on the … [Read more]
Art & Meditation: Interview with Joyce Huntington
by Carolyn Edlund Artist Joyce Huntington was chosen as a winner in the Manhattan Arts International Healing Power of Art competition. Her work is included in their online exhibition, which you can see here. She was chosen to receive additional … [Read more]
Featured Artist Susan Porter
Emerging British artist Susan Porter paints larger than life close ups of the many flowers she photographs throughout the year; bright, bold, beautiful and detailed, they jump off the canvas. Visit her website to see more of her … [Read more]
Featured Artist Johanna Hildebrandt
Australian artist Johanna Hildebrandt's acrylic paintings capture the vivid color and lushness of the exotic landscape in which she lives. Visit her website to see more of her artwork. I was born in Grainau, a small Bavarian … [Read more]
Avoid These Mistakes to Build an Effective Art Portfolio
by Carolyn Edlund In a recent conversation with my friend Ashwin Muthiah, we broached the subject of artists, portfolios and presentation. Carolyn: I think every artist can name others they know who have elevated their … [Read more]
Featured Artist Charice Cooper
A self-taught artist, Charice Cooper's innate talent is amazing. Her paintings of animals capture their beauty and spirit. To see more of her wonderful paintings, please visit her website. I’ve always had a passion for … [Read more]
Amazon vs. Etsy – Who Will Win?
by Carolyn Edlund Amazon is launching a new “Handmade” marketplace to compete against Etsy, which went public in mid-April. Although it’s too early to tell which way things will fall, events are happening at a rapid pace that may affect the … [Read more]
Featured Artist Bettina Sego
The beautiful beaches and lush landscapes of Florida inspire Bettina Sego's vibrant mixed media paintings. Visit her website to see more of her portfolio. I live on Anna Maria, a barrier island in Florida which has beautiful … [Read more]