Featured Artist Nubar Alexanian

photo of a fisherman by Nubar Alexanian

Artist Nubar Alexanian captures moments in time through stunning black & white photographs. Find more of his work by visiting his website.     I’ve been a documentary photographer for nearly five … [Read more]

How to Sell in the Wholesale Marketplace

shelves of greenware in production pottery studio

by Carolyn Edlund Wholesaling has distinct benefits for creative entrepreneurs whose work is appropriate for this market.     If you have the ability to reproduce your work in multiples, do production work from your studio and … [Read more]

Featured Artist Leslie Chandler

water scape painting by Leslie Chandler

Artist Leslie Chandler presents a collection of paintings that bring the majestic landscape of Canada to life. View more of her portfolio by visiting her website.     I was fortunate. Not only did I grow up surrounded by Canada’s … [Read more]

Featured Artist Ju Oshiro

Portrait of JJ, oil painting

Artist Ju Oshiro presents a striking collection of portraits and figurative oil paintings. See more of her portfolio by visiting her website.     I have been on a journey from humble beginnings to discovering art and the life I … [Read more]

Featured Artist Heidi Zielinski

fiber and mixed media quilt by Heidi Zeilinski

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

landscape painting by 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

Pastel painting by 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

abstract mixed media painting by 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

fused and slumped glass by 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

black & white photograph by 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

Sarasota Art Center Gallery

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

desert landscape by 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]