By Carolyn Edlund Why do buyers crave individually handmade, one-of-a-kind work? There’s a big world out there full of people who shop at discount stores to buy "wall décor” and who purchase mass-produced disposable goods. … [Read more]
Featured Artist Edyta Salak
Enjoy the bold graphic colors and expressive lines and patterns of Edyta Salak's acrylic paintings. To see more of her work, please visit her website. I come from a long line of talented artistic women. My mother was a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Annette Randall
Annette Randall's amazingly meticulous and accurately rendered pencil drawings and oils of horses breathe life into their subjects. To see more of her art, please visit her website. I’ve had a love affair with horses since I … [Read more]
Featured Artist Anne Moore
Anne Moore creates beautiful abstract imagery through her multi-layered monotype prints, each one a unique piece of art. To see more of her portfolio, please visit her website. I was an adult, with five kids and a part time … [Read more]
Partner with Your Galleries to Sell More Art
by Carolyn Edlund Lisa Ober of OA Gallery in Kirkwood, Missouri offers creative ideas on how artists can work with galleries to promote and sell. OA Gallery has become known as one of their city’s best destinations for … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jane Trotter
Enjoy the beautiful and vibrant photography of Jane Trotter, whose work focuses on transforming everyday objects into fantastical abstract images. To see more of this talented photographer's work, please visit her website. I … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jaynie Crimmins
Enjoy the meticulously created paper sculptures of Jaynie Crimmins, made from shredded household mail and hand sewn together. To see more of her amazing portfolio, visit her website. Different entities drive my practice as an … [Read more]
Featured Artist Richard Mordecki
Imagine yourself behind the wheel of one of the powerful American muscle cars or sleek European autos featured in Richard Mordecki's colorful and sometimes otherworldly acrylic paintings. To see more of his artwork, please visit his … [Read more]
How to Get Accepted by the Press
by Carolyn Edlund There are ways to approach the press that don’t work and lead to frustration. But how can you make those connections that get results? Understand what is newsworthy The press needs good stories to publish, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jeff Owen
Sculptor Jeff Owen creates three-dimensional artwork out of a deep affinity for the materials he works with; building his sculptures by focusing on patterns, textures and form. Visit Jeff's website to see more of his unique … [Read more]
How to Get Rejected by the Press
by Carolyn Edlund Are you making a huge mistake when reaching out to the press? Here’s how to take the right approach for better results. As an art blogger who publishes frequent business articles and features, I’ve been a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Katy Bailey
British artist Katy Bailey's passionate pastel drawings of nudes display a range of emotion and the beauty of the human figure. To see more of her work, please visit her website. I was born into an Anglo/Dutch family in … [Read more]
Featured Artist Emily Ennulat-Lustine
Emily Ennulat-Lustine's beautiful hand-pulled collograph intaglio prints highlight the wonderful moments of connection. To see more of her art, please visit her website. Mindful examination of the fine and subtle details that … [Read more]
How to Create an Amazing Customer Experience for your Collectors
by Carolyn Edlund Enhance the buying experience by providing your collectors with unexpected service. This is the second in an occasional series of articles on conversations I’ve had with my friend Ashwin … [Read more]