Artist Matt Tommey, author of the book "Crafting Your Brand" shares an excerpt about the story of his transition to becoming an entrepreneur and what artists need to know. “Most entrepreneurs are merely technicians with an … [Read more]
Featured Artist Bonnie Shanas
Enjoy the amazing sculptural work of artist Bonnie Shanas, and visit her website to see more of this talented artist's portfolio. Figurative art is often described as the artist’s representation of an existing source. My goal … [Read more]
Featured Artist Elliot Appel
Elliot Appel shares his portfolio filled with scenes from New York City. Enjoy, and see more from this talented artist by visiting his website. I am a self-taught artist born and raised in New York City. The city is my … [Read more]
The Power of Trust
By Carolyn Edlund As an artist, you want to pursue your passion for art, and express yourself in the studio. If you sell your work, you are also a businessperson. This means that you must nurture and grow business relationships in order to be … [Read more]
Featured Artist Kevin Ellison
Photographer Kevin Ellison presents his portfolio of stunning panoramic landscapes. See more of his work by visiting his website. Like so many photographers before me, my first real experience using a camera was in high … [Read more]
Would You Sell Your Art at Walmart?
By Carolyn Edlund Many artists might be surprised, or even shocked at the thought of selling their work at Walmart. Photographer Sandra Canning is not one of those artists. Sandra Canning got involved in her quest to work … [Read more]
Featured Artist Ingrid Blixt
Artist Ingrid Blixt focuses on a wide-ranging subject matter in stark black and white - love, death, hope. See more of her artwork by visiting her website. I read art statements often; most of them are coherent, pertinent and … [Read more]
Featured Artist AlyZen Moonshadow
Enjoy the surprising and beautiful art of AlyZen Moonshadow, and find out more about this talented artist by visiting her website. I work under the name AlyZen Moonshadow in the emerging field of mobile photography art. I … [Read more]
Featured Artist Les Powers
Artist Les Powers shares his dynamic portfolio of mixed media sculpture. Find out more about his work by visiting his website. Les Powers received his formal education at the University of Colorado. After that much of his … [Read more]
Launch a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign
by guest blogger James Thatcher Ready to crowdfund? You can do this. Artist James Thatcher ran his first crowdfunding campaign, which was quite successful. It was also more emotional, difficult and surprising than he … [Read more]
Featured Artist James Thatcher
Artist James Thatcher presents his dynamic portfolio full of color, texture and experimentation. Enjoy, and see more of his work by visiting his website. I’ve been a cabinet maker since 1984, and my artwork tends to contradict the fastidious and … [Read more]
Featured Artist Glen Kessler
Artist Glen Kessler transforms computer hardware into atmospheric landscapes in his paintings and drawings. See more of his work by visiting his website. I use painting to explore the elements of contemporary culture that I … [Read more]
Smart Ideas for Greeting Card Entrepreneurs
By Carolyn Edlund Card designer Kate Harper, whose popular collections have been loved and purchased by fans for many years, shares her experience and insights for other entrepreneurs. AS: What do you first come up with as a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Katherine Gendreau
Enjoy the stunning photography portfolio of Katherine Gendreau, and see more from this talented artist by visiting her website. For me, the camera is just one tool that I use in approaching landscape photography. I enjoy … [Read more]