Guest blogger John Tozzi, who creates handmade jewelry, addresses product development and building a cohesive collection. Why a Collection? Many of the jewelry artisans that I know will work on jewelry year round. And, while that is … [Read more]
Interview Tips for Artists
By Carolyn Edlund You've connected with a member of the press and gotten an interview scheduled. Congratulations! Now what? If you are getting free publicity, careful planning will give you a chance to make the most of the … [Read more]
Featured Artist Dorothy Lorenze
Featured artist Dorothy Lorenze presents her delightful portfolio, wherein she finds beauty and meaning in simple, everyday objects. See more about this talented painter by visiting her website. I live in New York and I’m … [Read more]
Going Belly Up
By Carolyn Edlund You want to start your own business as an artist. But what if you fail? Sure, you have a lot of talent, and you create some great art. You want to make it your life’s work. You have big plans. Maybe you have even … [Read more]
Featured Artist Kristjana Williams
Enjoy the lush portfolio of Kristjana Williams, and visit her website to see more about this fascinating artist. Kristjana S Williams is an Icelandic born artist with 10 years experience in the realm of illustration, graphics, design and … [Read more]
Featured Artist Judith Peck
Painter Judith Peck creates intimate portraits. Her subjects have a glow and a presence, as if you could speak directly to them. See more of her exquisite portfolio by visiting her website. What are your goals? Art can … [Read more]
Documenting the Stolen Scream
By Carolyn Edlund Noam Galai is a young photographer who took pictures of himself screaming a couple of years ago, and posted them on Flickr. A few months later, he was shocked to find images taken from his photo showing up … [Read more]
Featured Artist Michelle Samerjan
Artist Michelle Samerjan blends the East and West to create intricate and beautiful images. See more of her work by visiting her website. My journey to this artistic fusion of East and West began in of all places … [Read more]
How Art is Chosen for Television and the Movies
By Carolyn Edlund Have you ever wondered how artists get their work onto movie sets and television shows? Here’s one expert who knows the inside story. Mardine Davis has been an art consultant for many years. She … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jodi Broglio
Enjoyed featured artist Jodi Brogio's appealing brand of contemporary design. Find out more about this rising star by visiting her website. Jodi Broglio has applied her colorful spin & fresh patterns to a variety of … [Read more]
Colorful Booth Design
By Carolyn Edlund How "wow" is your show booth? These artists show off their work in appealing, inviting trade show exhibits. Today, booth design can be lightweight, easy to set up and make big impact using banners for backgrounds, and playing up … [Read more]
Featured Artist Regina Davidson
Featured Artist Regina Davidson has a beautifully textured portfolio of abstract art. Find out more about her fascinating work by visiting her website. I have no memories of deciding to "become" an artist. It seems … [Read more]
Featured Artist Julia Hacker
Enjoy featured artist Julia Hacker's lovely painting and collage work. Find out more about her art by visiting her website. When I was 16 years old, I signed up for lessons at a local art school in Minsk, Belarus where I grew … [Read more]
Featured Artist Alicia Wishart
Canadian artist Alicia Wishart's portfolio is filled with colorful, delightful animals. Enjoy her work and visit her website for more information on this talented painter. What inspires you? Inspire is a word that is hard … [Read more]