Featured Artist Teshia

Daybreaker

Teshia's acrylic paintings of the wildlife in Western North America are dynamic, brilliantly colored and inspired by the beauty of the great outdoors and wild animals she encounters in her day to day life. To see more of her artwork, please visit her … [Read more]

Featured Artist Nick Payne

In the Conservatory - First Center

Nick Payne's brilliant and detailed pastels are imbued with the artist's thoughts and energy; every leaf, stone, branch, etc. are defined with his artistic force. For more information about Nick Payne and his paintings, please visit his … [Read more]

Is Your Artist Statement Working for You?

Artist Statement Writing Services

by Carolyn Edlund How a well-written artist statement can make a great difference in your presentation.     Recently I spoke with a woman who told me how frustrated she was trying to write about herself as an artist. She said: “I’m … [Read more]

Featured Artist Norma Greenwood

Nightshade

Norma Greenwood's inspiration for her sensuous oil paintings of rumpled bed linens and pillows comes from her exploration of the nuances of light and how it changes the way we see everyday objects. For more of Norma's art, please visit her … [Read more]

Think Like a Judge When Entering Art Competitions

Think Like a Judge

by guest blogger John R. Math Considering whether to enter art competitions? These important points will help you choose wisely and put together your best submission.     It is very difficult for most artists when entering an … [Read more]

Featured Artist Kari Feuer

Fire at Sea

Enjoy the beautiful, ethereal landscape oil paintings of Kari Feuer; whether representational or abstract, they are full of texture and color. To view more of Kari's art, please visit her website.     The landscape is the subject … [Read more]

Featured Artist Becky Joy

Eucalyptus

Becky Joy's gorgeous plein air paintings of landscapes and everyday scenes exude contrasting values, bright, dynamic colors, and dramatic lighting. Visit her website to see more art.     The first reaction that I hear from people … [Read more]

Protect Yourself from Art Scams

Alice in July

Guest blogger Jessica Marie Boehman shares her experience and resources to protect yourself and your art from theft.     The only way protect your artworks completely is to keep them locked away in your studio. If no one sees it, … [Read more]

Featured Artist Claire Cundiff

Kore Persephone

Claire Cundiff uses wax, pastel and oil pencil encaustics on slate, bringing them to life by using the unique properties of the surface stone on which she draws. To see more of her amazing work, please visit her … [Read more]

4 Ways Booth Signage can Draw a Crowd

Englewood Art Festival crowd

by Carolyn Edlund A recent trip to a Florida arts festival revealed artists using signage in different ways.     Have you ever had trouble standing out in a crowded show? Using signs in your booth is a great way to grab … [Read more]

Featured Artist Carrie Webster

Own Little World

The digital photography of Carrie Webster captures the imagination of the viewer, drawing them into her whimsical, surreal and sometimes dark scenes. Enjoy her wonderfully creative portfolio by visiting her website.     I have … [Read more]

Featured Artist Marcie Rohr

An Otherworldly Calm

Marcie Rohr's wonderful and uplifting abstract images, interspersed with illusive natural and human elements and mystery, allow the viewer to come up with their own stories, memories and emotions. Visit her website to see more of her … [Read more]

Featured Artist Sheri Trepina

A Walk at Tally Lake, MT

Award winning artist Sheri Trepina uses collage to create beautifully colored, textural and abstract art that is inspired by nature. Please visit her website to see more of her work.     I was born in the state of Washington … [Read more]

Your Biggest Art Marketing Mistake

by Carolyn Edlund Has this happened to you?     You’ve met people who absolutely love your artwork. It might be at an exhibit or a fair, or perhaps at a social event when you share an image of your art on your smartphone. They … [Read more]