By Carolyn Edlund Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but having your ideas stolen feels more like a punch in the stomach than a compliment. What do you do when you have a fresh, original concept that gets … [Read more]
Featured Artist Brennen McElhaney
Artsy Shark presents the portfolio of talented painter Brennen McElhaney. See more of his impressive work by visiting his website. Brennen McElhaney was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California. Looking for a change of scenery, he … [Read more]
Artist Profile: Smart Strategies for Licensing
By Carolyn Edlund How planning and excellent presentation put one new company on the road to success. Linda Warner Constantino is a licensed artist who designs for product. She has an extensive background in fine art. Linda is a plein air painter … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jill Price
Artsy Shark presents the portfolio of Canadian artist Jill Price. She has a unique approach to an unusual subject matter. Enjoy and visit her website to see more of her work. What are your goals? One of my current goals is to … [Read more]
Alaskan Artist Finds Success in Niche Market
by Carolyn Edlund How one artist has used regional images and themes to market her line of whimsical greeting cards. Jill Marshall came to Alaska in 1975 for a three-month stay, and hasn't looked back since. She started a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Mako Fufu
Artsy Shark presents featured artist Mako Fufu, who combines East and West graphical influences to create her unique style of art. See more by visiting her website. I was born in Argentina in August 1st 1983, with a mix of … [Read more]
Is Your Work Outstanding?
By Carolyn Edlund Take a look at your body of work. Is it truly memorable, and does it stand out among your peers? Are your ideas and your portfolio basically a knock-off of a popular style that’s been out there for a long time? … [Read more]
Featured Artist Lynette Williams
Artsy Shark is pleased to present the collage portfolio of Lynette Williams. See more of this talented artist's work by visiting her website. I am an emerging artist using fabric collage as my medium. I have been surrounded by textiles … [Read more]
What Retailers Want in Handmade Goods
By Carolyn Edlund What do retailers want? How can you best present your work? A sales rep/retail buyer knows both sides of the sale. Here's what impresses him. A bright spot in this economy is hearing that a new independent … [Read more]
Featured Artist Sarah Gee
Artsy Shark presents the work of Canadian artist Sarah Gee - surprising, electric, retro and exciting. See more of her work by visiting her website. Sarah Gee is an artist living and working in Vancouver BC. Primarily working with … [Read more]
Featured Artist Scott Dykema
Meet Scott Dykema, the newest Featured Artist on Artsy Shark. Enjoy his mixed media work and visit his website for even more of this lush portfolio. My work comes from an endless desire to create. I have a deep affection for … [Read more]
Need Money for Art? Kick Your Funding Into High Gear
By Carolyn Edlund Do you have a creative project in mind and need money to fund it? Use “crowdfunding” to invite others to become a vital part of your project by backing you financially to achieve your goal. Whether you need $500 or $500,000, this … [Read more]
Featured Artist GA Gardner
Artsy Shark presents the portfolio of mixed-media collage artist GA Gardner. Find out more about this artist and his work by visiting his website. I have always been fascinated by what goes on in the mind of an individual or what is truly … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jules Whitfield
Artsy Shark's newest featured artist is Jules Whitfield. She calls her work "exuberant". We think you'll agree! See more of her portfolio by visiting her website. Jules is a British born artist who works from her studio in … [Read more]