Artist Mark Larson paints sweeping canvases that convey his love of nature, earth and wildlife. Visit his website to see more of his oil paintings. Nature, and our relationship to it, has been a lifelong source of fascination … [Read more]
Secrets of a Successful Open Studio
By Rosemary G. Conroy I host my annual open studio in the fall to take advantage of the beautiful scenery. I’m always amazed at how willing people are to venture out to our backwoods road — but indeed they do. Each year I have more than 100 people … [Read more]
Featured Artist Nick Simpson
Enjoy the bizarre, erotic and narrative Victorian salon style photographic art of Nick Simpson. Visit his website to view more of his work. My art seeks to visually express a fascination with stories steeped in the bizarre, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Charles Strain
Artist Charles Strain creates flowing, expressive bronze sculpture. Visit his website to see more of his work. After much experimenting with different art forms, I finally found my passion. I studied at Culver Stockton … [Read more]
How to Deal with those Dreaded Shipping Costs
by Carolyn Edlund Do you hate the thought of paying for shipping? If so, join a group that includes everyone you know. Overcome these charges by thinking a bit differently and taking a new approach. A few years back, when I … [Read more]
Featured Artist Elizabeth Rickert
Artist Elizabeth Rickert conveys a sculptural feel in her nature-inspired oil paintings. Visit her website to view more of her work. My work has ranged from close, detailed images of individual plants, fruits, bird’s nests, … [Read more]
The Adult Coloring Book Phenomenon
by Carolyn Edlund This hot trend is everywhere ~ on Amazon's bestseller list, featured in the New York Times, showing up on television commercials. Adult coloring books are making a splash, and provide opportunities for … [Read more]
Featured Artist Brian Leonard
Brian Leonards's amazing Underwater Light Photography captivates the imagination. Visit his website for more of his brilliant photography. I am an underwater photographer and filmmaker. A merman by nature, my most exciting … [Read more]
Featured Artist Chris Klein
Artist Chris Klein uses light and shadow in his wonderfully detailed paintings. To see more of his work, please visit his website. My climb towards a successful career in art has been slow but steady. I started out with local … [Read more]
5 Ways to Organize Your Art Business (and Avoid Headaches!)
by guest blogger John Feustel Is your art business organized? Save yourself unnecessary stress by getting organized with these 5 useful tips. Is your art business organized? From creating art to marketing and sales, there’s … [Read more]
Featured Artist Peter C. Brandt
Specializing in architectural art, Peter C. Brandt takes his images to another level. Enjoy his portfolio, and be sure to visit his website for more. One day I wondered what if I considered and dared to paint some part of my … [Read more]
It’s All About Your List
by Carolyn Edlund Want to grow a solid creative business? Build your mailing list. Businesses have them Gallery owners and managers who represent artists reach out frequently to their hard-won list of collectors and others … [Read more]
Featured Artist Gaia Orion
Gaia Orion creates vibrantly-colored geometric paintings relating to the elements and cycles of nature. Enjoy more of her visit by visiting her website. I have been painting and presenting my work professionally to the world … [Read more]
Featured Artist László Katona
The richly textured and expressive leather art of László Katona boldly captures the character of the subjects and landscapes he portrays. Please visit his website to see more of his artwork. I have always been creative, but … [Read more]