Artsy Shark presents the exquisite portfolio of British artist Patrick Bremer. Visit his website for more from this versatile artist. Right now I’ve just finished working on Satyr and I’m getting ready for an Open House … [Read more]
Are You Ready for Prime Time?
By Carolyn Edlund A checklist to make sure you are ready to promote and sell your art as a creative professional. Take stock of your portfolio, your line, your sales, and be honest – are you presenting totally professional work to … [Read more]
Featured Artist Megan Lewis
Artsy Shark presents the work of featured artist Megan Lewis. She is currently a senior at Ringling College of Art and Design studying Illustration. In May she will have graduated with a degree in BFA. Check out her blog for more information about … [Read more]
The Fine Art of Connection
How Artist Destry Sparks Made 5,000 Facebook Friends and Fast-Tracked His Career Mixed media artist Destry Sparks originally got a Facebook account when his wife set it up as a joke. Now not only has he embraced the idea of social media, but has … [Read more]
Featured Artist Deana Mattos Diefenbach
Deana Mattos Diefenbach is Artsy Shark's newest featured artist. Enjoy her whimsical portfolio, and visit her shop on Etsy to see more of her work. What are your goals? I guess when I first started creating, my goal was to … [Read more]
Conversation with an Art Publisher
An interview with art publishing executive Donna Levan, on what artists should know about working in the industry. Donna LeVan is the Vice President of Publishing for the New York Graphic Society Publishing Group, the oldest … [Read more]
Featured Artist Russ McIntosh
Artsy Shark presents the imaginative portfolio of featured artist Russ McIntosh. Enjoy and visit his website for more information and images of his work. The approach I take with my artwork is very distinct, in that I incorporate … [Read more]
Email Marketing for Artists – Part 2
By Carolyn Edlund Do you have an email list and are you ready to go with your newsletters? Now grow that list and reach more potential customers! Email Marketing for Artists - Part 1 presented a basic how-to for getting your … [Read more]
Featured Artist Jean Alfafara-Laszuk
Enjoy the charming, colorful portfolio of featured artist and painter Jean Alfafara-Laszuk. See more images of her work by visiting her website. Jean is an island girl born in the Philippines and raised in California. … [Read more]
Email Marketing for Artists – Part 1
By Carolyn Edlund Want to build website traffic, and have more opportunities to get in front of potential customers? Building and using an email database of your contacts is crucial to maximize your exposure and create repeat sales of your … [Read more]
Featured Artist James Phillips
Artsy Shark presents the work of photographer James Phillips. Enjoy his stunning portfolio! Visit his website for more images and information. Goals: Nature photography can have a profoundly positive influence when it … [Read more]
“You’ll Never Make a Living as an Artist”
By Carolyn Edlund "You'll never make a living as an artist." Who said that to you? Was it your parents, who wore concerned looks while they tried to steer you into declaring a Business major? Did your eyes glaze over as … [Read more]
Featured Artist Andrey Soldatenko
Artsy Shark presents the work of featured artist Andrey Soldatenko. Enjoy his diverse portfolio, and visit his website for many more images of his paintings. I am a member of International Association of Art, member of Artists … [Read more]
Are Your Art Prices Unrealistic?
By Carolyn Edlund Not pricing your art correctly has consequences, and is unhealthy for your business. Overpricing Many years ago, a certain art professor showed his portfolio slides to a class I attended, as a sample of how … [Read more]