There’s More Than One Way to Be a Working Artist
There was a time when my work was about dealing with art as a commodity. I sold millions of dollars worth of it. I understood…
Artist, What To Do When You Don’t Feel Inspired?
An artist asked me how to fill his time when he didn’t feel particularly motivated or inspired to make something. I suggested that he use…
Artist Anxiety? The 3 Words That Changed Everything
There are three words that help guide artists on their journey. I’m going to share them with you today. 1. Faith Most artists suffer from…
How Artists Build Self-Confidence
A lot of artists tell me that they struggle with self-confidence. Do you? Do you think that it’s something that everyone else has, and for…
Is It Really Possible to Build a Life as an Artist?
For years, artists have been told a story. That it’s not a real career. That it’s irresponsible. That if you choose this path, you’re choosing…
Surprising Secrets Artists Use for Time Management
Do you constantly find yourself up against time? Afraid you’re wasting it? Never feeling like you have enough? If time is your enemy, it’s time…
The Day I Made An Artist Cry
Years ago, when I ran a gallery, I used to receive hundreds of emails from artists every week. “Here’s my work. Will you represent me?”…
You Are the Brand, Artist — and That’s Not a Bad Thing
If the word "marketing" makes you cringe, you're not alone. Most artists didn't pick up a brush, a camera, or a chisel to become a…
The Best Art Marketing Advice That No One Ever Told You
The Journey of an Artist No one said it would be easy. My mentor, Bill Jay, used to say that being an artist means “expressing actually…
What It Really Takes to Sell Art Online
Have you noticed how casually people talk about selling art online? Post it! Share it! Link it! And somehow… success just appears and money rolls…