By Carolyn Edlund How does a visual artist become a rug designer? Artist Danielle David Grinnen has transformed her business this way. AS: You started out as a painter. How did you get involved with rug design? DG: A common … [Read more]
Featured Artist Sandra Davis
Enjoy the portfolio of Maryland artist Sandra Davis, who shares a selection of her joyful work. Daughter of Joseph and Virginia Cooper, Sandra Davis comes from a big family that consists of three brothers and four sisters. … [Read more]
Superb Branding and Strategies
By Carolyn Edlund Calligrapher Ken Brown is a native Oklahoman with a delightful drawl and easy manner. He is a humble man, yet the name “Ken Brown” is a powerhouse in the art market. Ken Brown calligraphy sets and … [Read more]
Choose the Right Printer for Your Greeting Card Line
By Carolyn Edlund How can artists find the right greeting card printer for their collection? Nancy, a reader who is starting her own greeting card line, recently asked the following question, “Do you simply find a printer … [Read more]
Is Art Licensing Right for You?
By Carolyn Edlund Tara Reed licenses her designs and teaches other artists about licensing their work as well. “Art Licensing” – as Tara explains it, means that an artist grants permission, through a contract – or licensing … [Read more]
How to Move Through Rejection
by Carolyn Edlund Author, teacher, speaker, and artist Cynthia Morris recently spoke about helping artists deal with rejection. AS: You have stated "If you are getting rejections, take it as an excellent sign." What do you … [Read more]
Interview with Ann Rea
By Carolyn Edlund Artist advisor Ann Rea shares her wisdom and ideas for artists who want to build a successful business. Ann Rea paints vibrant and light-filled canvases depicting the California Wine Country. Her artwork … [Read more]
3 Essential Networking Strategies You Must Know
by Carolyn Edlund Are you taking advantage of meeting others who can help your small business? Here's what artists must know to make networking activities more effective. A recent post with 10 Tips for Effective Networking … [Read more]
10 Tips for Effective Networking
By Carolyn Edlund There are many ways to build connections for your art business. One of them is networking in person. As a student or emerging artist, you will have the opportunity to attend networking events where there … [Read more]
Selling Your Work in New York Galleries/An Insider’s Story
Artist, author and former gallery owner Rhonda Schaller gives an insider's view on how to sell your work in New York art galleries. I want to talk with you about the New York City art world and how to stake out a career … [Read more]
Featured Artist Leann Webb
Artist Leann Webb shares her portfolio and the pleasure she takes in cartooning. Meet Snevel, her favorite snail and star of the show - and visit Leann's website for more of her work. I’ve enjoyed drawing since the first time my pudgy little hand … [Read more]
Searching for Fresh Talent/Interview with Brush Dance President Christine Witt
By Carolyn Edlund BrushDance President Christine Witt details how she finds and selects the talented artists who design for them. Visit their website to learn more. AS: Christine, how do you go about finding artists you may … [Read more]
The Wow Factor/Art in a Corporate Environment
By Carolyn Edlund If you had an insider’s tour of the offices of power brokers, government officials and influential businesspeople in our nation’s capitol, what would you see? Judith HeartSong, the Art Director for … [Read more]
What You Didn’t Know About Starting a Greeting Card Line (Part 3)
By Carolyn Edlund More insider perspective on starting a greeting card line, this time on Marketing and Sales. How should you price your cards? This depends on your costs, and the profit you desire. The average card on the … [Read more]