New York artist Nata Ibragimov presents her charming portfolio. See more of her artwork by visiting her website. I'm a visual artist/illustrator currently based in Brooklyn NY. My paintings are slightly surreal and dreamlike. … [Read more]
Featured Artist Barbara L. Clark
Enjoy the exquisite portfolio of painter Barbara L. Clark, and see more of her work by visiting her website. What are your goals? Painterly realism is my artistic goal. So far I have worked from own photographs and am … [Read more]
Profile of a Collector – Part 2
By Carolyn Edlund Who is collecting your art? How much do you understand about your customer? My friend Ann lives in Orange County near Los Angeles, and has been collecting art for the past 12 years. Volunteering as a docent … [Read more]
Featured Artist Paul Shafranski
Enjoy the masterful portfolio of featured artist Paul Shafranski, and see more of this talented artist's work by visiting his website. I was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and have always known I would be an artist. As early as the … [Read more]
Profile of a Collector – Part 1
By Carolyn Edlund Artists, do you know your collectors? What do they want, and why do they buy? My friend Marsha recently spoke about downsizing, and moving to a smaller place. She is willing to get rid of some furniture, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Abigail Winston
Artist Abigail Winston paints the sky from her New Mexico home, capturing fascinating cloud formations and glorious sunsets. Enjoy the portfolio of this talented artist, and please visit her website. I was born in Chicago, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Janet Vanderhoof
Enjoy the lovely color-drenched portfolio of artist Janet Vanderhoof, and see more from this talented painter by visiting her website. Janet Vanderhoof, a military brat by her own definition, was born in Frankfurt, Germany, … [Read more]
Should You Change your Name for the Sake of Art?
by guest blogger Todd McPhetridge Have you ever considered changing your name to sell your art? Here's why I took that step. Maybe your name has more consonants than words from the U.S. Spelling Bee. Or let’s say you have a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Christian Gastaldi
Christian Gastaldi presents his fascinating portfolio of distressed posters recreated as new works of art. See more of his work by visiting his website. I am a painter who takes colors from existing paper material, for whom … [Read more]
Telling Your Artist Story
Guest blogger Brennen McElhaney discovered a new way to share the story of his art and his inspiration with his website audience. He shares how to "show your story" in a beautiful format. Recently, in the process of … [Read more]
Featured Artist Detlef Gotzens
Detlef Gotzens presents his painting and sculpture portfolio. Enjoy the diverse work of this talented artist, and visit his website for more information. For me painting or making a sculpture with glass in combination with … [Read more]
Featured Artist Helen Klebesadel
Artist Helen Klebesadel shares her rich and exquisite portfolio of watercolors, and invites you to visit her website. My visual concerns run the gamut from careful study to poetic, symbolic and sometimes political … [Read more]
What to Do when your Show is Slow
By Carolyn Edlund Exhibiting at art or craft fairs this year? What can you do when sales are slow? All exhibitors want to have a profitable selling experience, but as we know, that’s not always the case. Try these tips to … [Read more]
Featured Artist Michael Levin
Artist Michael Levin explores his Jewish heritage through artwork based on historical dress. See more of his work by visiting his website. I've been closely following the goings-on of the Hasidic Jewish community here in New … [Read more]