Featured Artist Lisa Kretchman

Artsy Shark presents the work of featured artist Lisa Kretchman. Enjoy her portfolio, and please visit her website to see more about this fascinating artist.     I am an artist working across a broad range of media - from digital … [Read more]

A Gallery Director Speaks: What Artists Must Know

By Carolyn Edlund Part One of a three-part interview with Robert Patrick, the Director of Marketing and Wholesale for Linda Jones Enterprises in California, dedicated to the art of legendary film creator Chuck Jones.   Robert has a long … [Read more]

Featured Artist Marnie Pitts

Artsy Shark presents the portfolio of Australian artist Marnie Pitts.  You can see more of her artwork and by visiting her website.     What are your goals? In the short to medium term my goal is simple I just want to keep … [Read more]

Secrets of Art Licensing Trade Show Success

Anthology Fabrics by Khristian Howell

by Carolyn Edlund A familiar face in the art licensing industry, Khristian Howell has exhibited at many trade shows, and has a lot of commercial success to show for her efforts.     Not only does Howell create fabulous … [Read more]

Featured Artist Stephen Ironside

Artsy Shark presents the stunning portfolio of photographer Stephen Ironside. More information and images are available by visiting his website.     I am a recent graduate from the University of Arkansas with an honors B.S. … [Read more]

Featured Artist Roxanne Driedger

Artsy Shark presents the work of Canadian artist Roxanne Driedger.  Enjoy her portfolio and read about her inspiration here and on her website.     I am a self taught artist and I have always had a passion for art and natural … [Read more]

Featured Artist Fiona Morgan

Artsy Shark presents Australian artist Fiona Morgan. She has begun an intriguing project which you can follow on her blog. Enjoy her portfolio!   . My background is medical illustration and 3D animation. Although I studied Industrial … [Read more]

How Being a Full-Time Artist Will Change Your Life

artist's studio

by Carolyn Edlund You made a decision to pursue a career as an artist. Is reality reflecting the vision you had for your future when you began?     What might your experience as an artist in business be? Perhaps one of the … [Read more]

Featured Artist Lesley Atlansky

Artsy Shark presents the paintings of artist Lesley Atlansky. Enjoy her portfolio, and read more about her and see more of her work by visiting her website.     I like to think of my work as geography run amok. I take my eye for … [Read more]

Featured Artist John Pacovsky

Artsy Shark presents John Pacovsky, our newest Featured Artist.  Enjoy his intriguing Life-sized Box People series, and see more of his portfolio by visiting his gallery website.     As I approach my 60th birthday, I can not … [Read more]

10 Ways to Plan a Successful Trunk Show & Boost Your Sales

Trunk shows are a natural fit for fashion and accessories.

By Carolyn Edlund How to plan a successful trunk show and sell more of your work.     Does your handmade line include clothing, or accessories such as jewelry, purses, shoes, belts, scarves, or bridal wear? Consider putting on a … [Read more]

Featured Artist Christine Soccio

ArtsyShark presents the portfolio of Featured Artist Christine Soccio.  Visit her website to see more about this artist and her work. She will be exhibiting at a gallery show for Artists United Benefit for Cancer Research at Substance Salon in … [Read more]

Featured Artist Jason Woodson

Artsy Shark presents the work of artist Jason Woodson.  He describes himself as an "Anglo-austral-african-american artist, which is a hyphenated way of saying I was born in New York, raised in Australia and am now a citizen of the United Kingdom." … [Read more]

Yoda Teaches Art Marketing

Portrait of Yoda. Artist credit: Matt Sterbenz

by Carolyn Edlund Yes, it’s true. Yoda is a little creepy. Practically hairless, with rubbery skin, all-knowing eyes and about two feet tall, he is definitely on the wrong side of cute. But this 900-year-old alien guru has some timeless advice which … [Read more]