The Working Artist Conversations with Joe Ray
The Working Artist Conversations with Joe Ray Crista Cloutier: Hello, I’m Crista Cloutier of The Working Artist, and I want to welcome you to The…
Never Apologize for Your Journey as an Artist
Today, I wanted to share some of the questions—the real-life questions—that artists ask me, because I think you might have the same questions too, and…
How to Sell Your Art
Written by Crista Cloutier, artist mentor + founder of The Working Artist. (learn more about Crista here)
Art Marketing Isn’t What You Think
For many artists, the words art marketing produce an almost immediate tightening in the body. Do you feel it too? Marketing can feel loud. Pushy.…
Approaching Art Galleries – Advice from The Working Artist Alumni
Artists frequently ask how to get their work into galleries. The following advice is the voices of artists who put these ideas into practice. Their…
Before You Apply to Another Art Fair, Watch This
Artists ask me this all the time. And the answer is yes — but probably not for the reason that you think.Let’s start with reality.…
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…
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…
The Artist’s Dance
We all know artists who do incredible work, but fail to achieve their professional goals. It’s tragic and feels unfair. At the same time, I’ll…
