Build Your Art Business Locally

The easiest place to sell your work might be right near your home. Use these tips to meet local business people, contacts and collectors.

Checklist for a Successful Open Studio

Ready to open your studio to the public? Use these steps to connect with fans and sell more of your work when you put on an event.

Why Pricing Consistency Matters

Do your art prices remain constant, whether selling directly to collectors, online or through a third party? Here’s why consistency matters.

How to Connect with Art Galleries

What’s the best way for artists to approach galleries and gain representation? It may not be what you expect.

Build Strong Gallery Relationships

Your business relationships with art galleries should be trusting, positive and profitable.

Success Story of an Autistic Artist

Family support was key to autistic painter Wiley Johnson’s journey as an artist.

Thriving as an Artist During Tough Times

Artist Linda Finstad used coffee to build her art business (in the most difficult of times) and brighten the lives of others.

What Motivates Art Collectors?

How collectors gain from appreciating and purchasing your art, and what artists need to know about communicating this message.

Digital Artist Launches a Successful Solo Show

Digital artist Carole Boyd planned and implemented a successful solo show in her community. Here’s how she did it.

I Needed to Find Myself Before Starting My Own Art Business

Jenn Cohen, founder of Facsimile, shares her journey as an artist and finding balance as a creative entrepreneur.

How to Give Confident Presentations about Your Art

An excerpt from the new e-course Reach More with Video: A Digital Guide for Creatives from Colour In Your Life. Founder Graeme Stevenson addresses challenges artists face when speaking publicly, and how to overcome them.

Advice for Artists: The Value of a Personal Network

Arts advocate and marketing expert Rickie Leiter shares recommendations on how artists can earn opportunities and publicity through building a network.

Advice for Artists: Secure Opportunities and Promote Your Events

We asked artist advocate and marketing expert Rickie Leiter about making the most of opportunities and publicity.

How Artists Use Video for Marketing

Video rules online and in social media. Artists are using this format in different ways to share their work and engage potential customers.