Fiber artist Heidi Zielinski creates colorful nature-inspired works using numerous layers and embellishments. See more by visiting her website. My textile art is a reflection of the beauty in my neighborhood. It has a wide … [Read more]
Featured Artist Eileen Terrell
Artist Eileen Terrell's dynamic collection of landscape oil paintings contrasts sunlight and shadow. See more of her portfolio by visiting her website. I grew up with my parents and five sisters in a small crowded row home in … [Read more]
How to Thank Your Collectors
by Carolyn Edlund Build relationships with your art collectors by sharing your appreciation. A professional fundraiser once recounted a rule of thumb in her industry with regard to donors. She said they should be "thanked … [Read more]
Featured Artist Julie Skoda
Artist Julie Skoda presents an uplifting collection of light-filled tropical landscapes painted with pastels. Find more of her work on her website. My painting life has been largely influenced by water. We are a boating … [Read more]
Featured Artist Amy Lenhardt
Enjoy the vivid color, flowing line and pattern in Amy Lenhardt’s brightly illustrated artwork. Visit her website to see more of her portfolio. Raised in New Jersey, I was a latchkey kid spending a lot of time alone after my … [Read more]
Featured Artist Licha Ochoa Nicholson
Licha Ochoa Nicholson creates glass vessels that flow and undulate, revealing detailed patterns and shapes. See more of her work at Taylor Kinzel Gallery. I was raised in a large traditional Mexican family in Kansas City, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Axel Breutigam
Axel Breutigam presents a collection of black and white photography that explores unusual perspectives and strong contrast. See more of his portfolio on his website. I’m a German-born Canadian black and white fine art … [Read more]
Know Your Collector and Why They Buy
by Carolyn Edlund A working knowledge of your collector and their motivations will help you market your art more effectively. Do you have a clear idea of the right customer for your work? If not, it's impossible to develop a … [Read more]
Featured Artist Mira M White
Artist Mira M White creates expressive abstract mixed media paintings that incorporate storytelling. Visit her website to see more of her portfolio. I was born into a middle-class working family. My father served twenty-two … [Read more]
Featured Artist M Diane Bonaparte
Artist M Diane Bonaparte presents a colorful collection of paintings inspired by magnificent landscapes in the American Southwest. Visit her website to see more. Even though I was born in Chicago, I grew up playing cowboys … [Read more]
Featured Artist Gerardo Labarca
Artist Gerardo Labarca presents compelling mixed media portraits that convey inner thoughts and emotions. Visit his website to see more of his work. As far back as I can remember, I have always loved painting … [Read more]
Checklist for Working with a Gallery
by Carolyn Edlund Interested in gallery representation? Use these guidelines to set up a professional working relationship that is mutually beneficial. There are many sales channels available for artists to sell their work, … [Read more]
Featured Artist Terry Crump
Artist Terry Crump paints with joyful, optimistic attitude towards life and art. See more of his portfolio by visiting his website. At age ten, I was drawing and painting with abilities that came naturally to me. My artistic … [Read more]
Featured Artist Sara Miller
Fiber artist Sara Miller’s colorful portfolio moves beyond traditional quilts with a new contemporary interpretation. Find more of her work on her website. I create Art to Brighten Your World. I'm a fiber artist, art quilter, … [Read more]