This issue provides insight into the gallery system, including what gallery owners are looking for, and why to avoid vanity galleries.
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In this issue, you will learn how to move your art career to the next level by challenging your conventional thinking and revising your business strategies.
In this issue, we present the strategies with which artists can embrace current technology and develop better relationships with clients and fans in the digital realm.
This issue is dedicated to the artists who relish the times they have to revisit the lessons of the past, but with the advanced wisdom, appreciation and perspective that comes with age and experience. Think of it as "summer school."
This month's issue presents the myriad of exhibition possibilities available to artists outside of the traditional commercial galleries. These "alternative spaces" include retail establishments, nonprofit spaces, artist cooperatives and residential galleries.
The articles in this issue are intended to inspire you to dedicate serious time to strengthening your artistic voice. Find inspiration in a residency program, in an overseas post-baccalaureate program or simply through thoughtful introspection.
Welcome to the first issue of Professional Artist! We've specifically tailored this issue to those of you who want to take your art career to the next level, with the ultimate goal of envisioning a plan that will help you achieve creative and financial independence.
We're taking a new twist on public art. In addition to some historical lessons and opportunities for sculptors, the article in this issue explain the ways you can break into public art regardless of the medium you use in your studio, including going from 2-D to 3-D.>MORE
As 2011 approaches, it's important to examine where you are in your career, where you want to go and how to get there. Regardless of how great your artwork is, if you don't effectively connect with your audience, your career will suffer. As such, we've dedicated this issue to writing about your work.>MORE
Being an artist means belonging to a community of colleagues willing to share information, learn new things from each other and engage in deep discussion about techniques, strategies and ideas. Through this, we learn to make our work stronger.>MORE
This month's issue will help you to get into a frame of mind that will allow you to look at your work with a critical eye, challenge yourself with new directions and discover your potential.>MORE
Multiple deadlines and projects can lead to stress, disappointment and frustration if not handled properly. The goal of this month's issue is to help you increase passion, productivity and satisfaction in your work.>MORE
Learn how to make your own DVD, how to sell more art online, how to manage your online branding and much more!>MORE
Learn 14 tips for creating outstanding art events, how to break into the decor industry, the business of culinary artwork and much more!>MORE
Learn 25 ways to strengthen your art career, funding opportunities for women and minority artists, venues for emerging artists and much more!>MORE
Learn why persistence trumps talent every time, how to paint like Van Eyck, how Wyland shares is eco-message with millions and much more!>MORE
Learn how to land a grant, fund your art project with Kickstarter, who won our 2010 Self-Portrait Cover Contest and much more!>MORE
Learn how to increase tourism to your town, make this your best year ever, start and sustain an artists organization and much more!>MORE
Learn how to make sales on eBay, 20 strategies for networking and much more!>MORE
Learn about how to turn buyers into collectors, get your art into museums and much more!>MORE
Learn about how to take on twitter with 45 social networking tips, how to curate your own art show, and much more! >MORE
Back to basics! Learn how to set goals for your career, manage the 4 Ps of your marketing plan, and negotiate strong contracts with galleries and manufacturers.>MORE
Love it or hate it, technology is here to stay. Learn about marketing through social networks, how to sell art in Second Life's virtual world, how to work with a professional Web designer, how to protect ...>MORE
Learn eight ways to be a better public speaker, how to start a summer camp and why you should consider becoming an adjunct teacher.
Learn how to build relationships in the art world, how to license your work to jigsaw puzzle companies, and whether or not its okay to use Obama imagery in your artwork. Plus, discover a new online ...
In our annual overview of eco-friendly options for artists, discover which art supply manufacturers are leading the way in "green" practices, what you can do to improve the safety in your studio, and more!
In this issue, artists will learn to prepare themselves to apply for grants and funding opportunities, or land a residency in a national park.
Discover strategies for artist collaborations, the legal ramifications of those strategies, the best and worst ways to land freelance illustration jobs, the truth about Artist Co-ops, how to start an ...
Find 27 places working artists love to live and how to survive and thrive in a small town. Plus, learn how to teach art classes online, what's really happening with the economy.
Find out how to sell work at festivals and the importance of terminology. Plus, how to collaborate with interior designers.
Find 15 ways to publish your art, from working with publishers who distribute your art to retail stores, to self-publishing an art book, to picking up freelance gigs and more.
Learn communication tools to ensure happy commission clients, and find out how to perfect your artist resume, where to get an online master's degree in art plus how to manage your estate so you don't...
Find all the tools you need to establish yourself on the Web - not just the why's but the how's. Also, discover the in's and out's of accepting credit cards, the best shipping methods, and how to maintain...
If you've ever been bothered by the smell of particular art-making chemicals, wondered how to dispose of your materials properly, tried to save money throughout the art-making process by reusing materials, ...
Learn the basics of putting together a studio that works. Also, discover why corporations are today's most benevolent art patrons. Finally, discover how to find and land those elusive public art opportunities.
Discover how to use the Internet to blog, create vlogs and get more buyers to see your work. Also, learn how to sell limited edition work, including digital prints.
Find out how to become a small-time retailer and sell the art supplies you already use to your workshops students or on your Web site. Or, partner with manufacturers and get your supplies for free. Also, ...
We give you mini-profiles of 10 towns that offer incentives for artists, everything from tax breaks to increased tourism and home renovation grants. Also, learn how to host your own workshop to generate ...
Discover how teaching workshops and private lessons can up your income this year. Also, find out why so many buyers are drawn toward the Daily Painters, and how you can apply these lessons to your own ...
Even if you have great art, without a well-organized portfolio, you're probably missing out on opportunities. Most galleries and reviewers won't even open a poorly assembled portfolio, so find out what ...
