Featured Artist Kim Ellery

Dark into Light

Enjoy painter Kim Ellery's joyful collection of artwork, and visit her website to see more of her portfolio.     I was born in Rhode Island in 1963. I was twelve years old when I knew what I wanted from life. I wanted to be an … [Read more]

The Nature of Art

Vitally Important II

by Carolyn Edlund The natural world provides an endless source of creativity. Artsy Shark celebrates the love of nature by sharing works by our artist friends, and their inspiration. Enjoy!   Lisa Aerin Collett Lisa Aerin Collett … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jessica Dodge

Diptych, Woman Leaning on Counter/Man Leaning on Counter

Artist Jessica Dodge uses a fascinating technique to create her paintings, each of which tells a story. Enjoy her portfolio and visit her website for more information.     The first time I really noticed that I’d lost track of … [Read more]

Featured Artist Shirley Scarpetta Skidmore

Strolling Around

Working in several mediums, Shirley Scarpetta Skidmore creates a stunning portfolio of sculpture. Find out more about this talented artist by visiting her website.     I consider myself to be an endless student of the arts. … [Read more]

Why People Buy Art

How do YOU stand out?

by Carolyn Edlund As an artist, you’d like to find potential customers and sell your work. But do you know what inspires them to buy?     Artwork doesn’t sell itself. That is a common misperception, usually resulting in low … [Read more]

Featured Artist Tara Gill

Tara Gill presents a delightful collection of botanical images from her portfolio. Enjoy, and visit her website to see more of her work.     I am a photographer and designer transplanted from Canada to the San Francisco Bay Area … [Read more]

Are You Panicked About a Drop in Art Sales?

by Carolyn Edlund Are your art sales tanking? Use these strategies to overcome the dip.     A few months back, I talked to a very well-known artist who had made a fortune licensing her popular paintings several years ago. She … [Read more]

Featured Artist Margaret Withers

sudden prosperities of sunlight

Brooklyn artist Margaret Withers presents her fascinating collection of "Curious American Landscapes." Enjoy, and visit her website for more about her mixed media artwork.     My father worked for different Texas oil companies in … [Read more]

Featured Artist Paula Wiegmink

Tear of the Rhino

Australian artist Paula Wiegmink presents her amazing wildlife portfolio. Enjoy, and be sure to visit her website for more information.     Painting is not a way of life for me. It is my life. My artistic journey has always been … [Read more]

Are You at a Loss for Words?

At a Loss for Words?

by guest blogger Mckenna Hallett     Some people have a knack for putting out tidbits of interesting stuff. They can fire up a tweet and get great conversations started on Facebook. They just seem natural at reaching out and … [Read more]

Featured Artist Elena Olimpiev

War Horse

Bulgarian artist Elena Olimpiev presents her stunning portfolio of prints and paintings. Visit her website to see more of her work.     In 2002 I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the National Academy of Arts in … [Read more]

How to Write an Amazing Artist Statement

Guest bloggers Sara Jones and Andrea Wenglowskyj, the team behind Kind Aesthetic, are long-time collaborators, artists and advisors who have put together a toolkit for visual and performing artists to achieve their professional goals. Do you … [Read more]

Featured Artist Cat Morris

"One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish - Dr. Seuss," digital image

Artist Cat Morris uses iPhoneography to create dynamic and flowing designs. Visit her website to see more of her work.     As a little girl growing up in New York City’s Greenwich Village in the 60s, I was really affected by the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Steve Kaminski

Steve Kaminski captures moments in time, creating an introspective portfolio of digital art. Visit his website to see more of his work.     I have worked as a Designer for close to thirty five years and my career has paralleled … [Read more]