Artists, Do You Need an Agent?

Artist Agents

By Carolyn Edlund There is a huge hunger (and confusion) among artists about how to sell their work. Would an agent be the solution?     Each month, I receive at least 25 emails from artists asking me to represent them and sell … [Read more]

Featured Artist Karen Swanker

Remove at Checkout

Karen Swanker creates intriguing assemblages out of found objects. Enjoy her work and see more from this artist by visiting her website.     Inspired by artist Louise Nevelson and Joseph Cornell, Karen literally finds objects for … [Read more]

Featured Artist J.M. Martin

Orizion Gate

Enjoy the fascinating sci-fi worlds of digital illustrator J.M. Martin, and see more of his work by visiting his website.     I am a 36 year old digital artist with no formal art education. My goal is to go back to school for art … [Read more]

Gallery Interview: Jay Etkin Gallery

Artwork in the Santa Fe Gallery

By Carolyn Edlund A gallery owner's view on the future of the industry.     Jay Etkin is the owner of Jay Etkin Gallery, with locations in both Santa Fe, New Mexico and Memphis, Tennessee. Specializing in local, regional, and … [Read more]

Featured Artist September McGee

Symphony #3

Enjoy the soft and beautiful portfolio of featured artist September McGee. See more from this talented painter by visiting her website.     It’s all about the strokes! And it’s true. From the first time the brush touches the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Barbara Rachko

Soft pastel painting of a Carnival mask by Barbara Rachko

Artist Barbara Rachko showcases her “Bolivianos” series of dynamic colorful pastel paintings of Bolivian Carnival masks. Enjoy this selection of her work and view more by visiting her website.     In 2017, I was fortunate to have … [Read more]

Featured Artist Ben Harju

Jewelry by Ben Harju

Enjoy the gorgeous portfolio of jewelry artist Ben Harju. See more of his work by visiting his website.     I have always loved metal and creating with my own two hands. When I was a kid, I spent summers on my grandparents’ farm … [Read more]

Gallery Interview: ArtHaus

ArtHaus

By Carolyn Edlund An interview with ArtHaus gallerists James Bacchi and Annette Schutz of  ArtHaus in Francisco.     AS:  What type of artwork could a visitor expect to see in your gallery? James Bacchi:  Our program is an … [Read more]

Featured Artist Janet Glatz

Reef Renewal

Enjoy the lovely portfolio of New England artist Janet Glatz, and see more of her work by visiting her website.     I have always lived in Maine, so nature is a vital part of my existence.  The smells, sounds and sights of the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Virginia Greaves

Beach Guardians

Virginia Greaves creates fascinating and detailed textile "paintings." Enjoy her portfolio and see more from this talented artist by visiting her website.     Perhaps the hardest thing for any of us to do in this lifetime is to … [Read more]

Featured Artist Roger Wood

Roger Wood

Canadian artist Roger Wood of Klockwerks presents his amazingly creative portfolio filled with Steampunk and fantasy assemblage.     I am a hopeless romantic with a love of an idealized past – a dreamer, longing for times gone … [Read more]

Selling Art with Confidence

Art Show San Diego

By Carolyn Edlund Is lack of confidence dragging down your art sales?     The other day a good friend and I walked through an art show taking place on the grounds of a park in beautiful San Diego, California. Art was displayed … [Read more]

Featured Artist Kelly Thiel

Balance

Ceramic artist Kelly Thiel creates sculpture inspired by nature and symbolism. Enjoy her portfolio, and see more from this talented sculptor by visiting her website.     I create sculpture that is narrative of my life as a … [Read more]

Selling Art | How Does Your Art Get Sold?

Barney Davey

Author and industry expert Barney Davey shares smart strategies on how to grow your art business locally.     Many factors go into selling art and building a successful art career. Top selling artists learn to achieve a balance … [Read more]