Most Popular Submissions about art marketing, selling art, artist websites and inspiration

 "You love your art, you have a small following and you want to keep up your momentum and be at least a tiny bit profitable." (Heather Ahearn)

 "As a figure painter, anatomy is very important to me. But painting anatomically correct figures isn't. " (Donna Zagotta)

 "These are a few of the things in newsletters that I have been thinking about. What about you?" (Becky Joy)

 "For painters whose work is traditionally tight and detailed, the "broad juicy brushstroke" exercise can be a welcome irrigation." (Robert Genn)

 " I can fully understand an art organization, and we as artists, wanting to protect our rights be it with trademarks or copyrights. " (Kim Minichiello)

 "Artist LeaAnn Cogswell describes herself as a sculptor devoted to the power that lies within the human form. LeaAnn utilizes a variety of materials -- ranging from clay to fiberglass -- in order to create her emotionally charged figure sculptures and portrait busts. Her sculptures explore the beauty of the human form... as well as the complexities of the human condition." (Carrie Turner)

 "There is no endorsement that is more convincing than a check." (Ruth Armitage)

 "Decide what it is that you want to be known for. Take every opportunity to learn, teach, speak and write about it." (Ann Rea)

 "The truth is that there is a lot more to art than painting a canvas. You have to think about how your work will be received in context. More and more often the primary or first context is digital. It's not enough to simply scan your art and place it on the web. You have an opportunity to create art that can only be made in that context." (Cory Huff)

 "A high-value goal is one that will change your game, increase your income, or up-level you in your industry. A high-value goal will make your life significantly better in some way. - See more at: http://mariabrophy.com/business-of-art/how-to-achieve-a-high-value-goal-in-6-steps.html#sthash.WvnBDHSp.dpuf" (Maria Brophy)

 "Manhattan is over, Christopher Knight, longtime art critic for the Los Angeles Times, told me by phone a few weeks after my return to New York. Kids can't move there the way they used to. If you're not gonna be in Manhattan, and you're going to cross the river, you might as well keep going to California, where at least the weather is nice." ( Michael H. Miller )

 "It's never too early to start promoting your open studio, book launch, event, or exhibition." (Alyson Stanfield)

 "The other animals are all holding their breath and hoping with all their hearts. Will the ostrich pull his head out of his aaa?uh?sand bucket??" (Luann Udell)

 "The client has the right to expect you to fulfill certain requirements when hired but they don't need to be in your head telling you every aspect of how to do your job. " (Armand Cabrera)

 "The commonplace is often unwelcome, but it gives us a grounding." (Stacey Cornelius)

 "You are in the business of building, nurturing and replenishing a direct buying collector base and a dealer network." (Barney Davey)

 "For this round of Staff Picks we had art critic Brian Sherwin select three works of art featured on the FASO Daily Art Show. We at FineArtViews encourage you to learn more about these artists: Patty S. Porter, Joyce DiBona, Judith Jacobs" (FineArtViews)

 "Acrylics are extremely versatile, fast-drying paints, and can be used straight from the tube like oils or thinned with water or a medium and used like watercolors. And a lot in-between. " (Marion Boddy-Evans)

 "Most curators and gallery directors do not find new artists through unsolicited submissions, because just receive too many and because life is short and because you are a stranger. When gallerists are seeking new talent, they turn first to the people they trust in their networks-their own artists, their collectors, curators they know. Building relationships with people you genuinely have an affinity for within this network is therefore a far wiser investment of your time than sending your portfolio to strangers." (Robin Grearson )

 "Many of my clients complain about knock-offs of their products being imported from China or India and sold in the United States. When they ask what they can do about it, my answer is usually, Well, let's stop the product at the border. I explain that the client can record their copyright registrations with Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) e-recordation program." (Emily Danchuk)

 "Never underestimate the potent worth of sincerity, or the ability of people to catch on to it." (Carolyn Henderson )

 "That's who you are to your followers. You're the Rock Star." (Clint Watson)

 "Being active online is crucial if you desire to 'connect' with your target audience. You may want to think about participating on online forums / blogs that cater to the scene or interest that you regularly explore with your artwork." (Brian Sherwin)

 "Parents are rightly concerned about their children's future, but with preparation, an art student can excel in life." (Alyson Stanfield)

 "The point is to consider what you have to offer your fans and collectors and find ways to fill their needs and wants. Be creative ? that's what you are as an artist, by the way." (Keith Bond)

 "Artist Rod Zullo is known for creating bronze and bas relief sculptures. Rod describes himself as a consummate student of art. He notes that his work in sculpture -- and art in general -- is an ongoing search for his own truth and language. He explores his art as a metaphor of the human condition." (Carrie Turner)

 "We all have a personal definition for what art is. I, for one, feel that art is anything made with art in mind. I feel that the intention of creating art should be present during the creation of the piece. In other words, something is art if the creator of the piece intended it to be art from the get-go. I know that some readers will agree with my position -- while others will challenge it. These are arguments that are recycled year after year, decade after decade, century after century... it will continue. " (Brian Sherwin)

 "Go Forward and Retreat: How meeting face to face can cause a shift in your life." (Rice Freeman-Zachery)

 "Painting fast studies like these takes a lot of focus but it is very rewarding to see something tangible in such a short time." (Terry Miura)

 "While this may seem peculiar, the combo of work and distraction leads to levels of innovation not often generated by structured, focused thinking alone." (Robert Genn)