If your art isn’t selling like it used to—or like you believe it should—you’re not alone. In this episode, I walk you through 6 key areas to investigate when sales are slow.
These insights will help you step back, evaluate what’s working (and what’s not), and move forward with more clarity, confidence, and intention. It’s about perspective, not self-blame.
When the Art Sales Stop: 6 Areas to Investigate (235) Read
Here are some results you’re looking for from social media posts:
– More followers
– More engagement (comments, shares, likes, repins)
– More traffic to your website or blog
– More sign-ups for your classes and email list
– More sales of your art
– More joy in connecting with others*
Test Your Social Media Effort Read
Sculptor and installation artist Marianne Lettieri creates poetic, meditative work using salvaged materials and overlooked artifacts.
In this conversation, she shares how she transitioned from marketing to a full-time studio practice, how she defines success, and why clarity and discernment guide her choices. We talk about rejection, community, research, and using what you already have—both in your art and in your business.
Discerning Your Direction as an Artist with Marianne Lettieri (234) Read
In marketing your art, there are no absolutes—regardless of what you might hear from a so-called expert or influencer. Everything is a test. You don’t know what works until you try, look at results, and make adjustments.
How do you know which is right? There’s only one way to know which is the right option for you. Test and track them!
Test Your Email Marketing and Track Your Results Read
Tired of overthinking every post and wondering if you’re just adding to the noise? You’re not alone—and you’re not the noise.
This episode calls out the perfectionism hiding behind “quality over quantity” and reminds you what your real job is: to show up, share the work, and let the right people catch on. No false hype, no algorithm games—just honest strategy and a clear path forward for thoughtful artists.
It’s Not Your Job to Worry About Adding to the Noise (233) Read
Wildlife artist James Corwin has built a thriving business around his original paintings—intentionally adding prints, commissions, and a gallery to support his studio practice. He shares how he found his niche, structured his income streams, and learned to prioritize focus over endless growth.
Pay close attention to how James nurtures collectors. It’s not just good customer service—it’s a smart business move that many artists overlook or don’t make time for.
Strategic Growth, Collector Relationships, and Costly Lessons with James Corwin (232) Read
Have you heard that reading complex works of fiction isn’t just enjoyable, it can also combat dementia? As long as we’re reading novels, why not look for ones with art and artists at the center?
This updated post, which is as much for me as it is for you, has 7 personal recommendations plus 28 that others have added to the list. Add yours!
35+ Novels With Art and Artists (2025 update) Read
Over the past decade, my thinking about artists’ mistakes has evolved. Most aren’t dramatic failures—they’re quiet habits of avoidance. In this updated post, I group the seven biggest mistakes into three themes: mindset, connection, and structure. Each includes a reflection to help you take honest inventory.
These aren’t fatal flaws—they’re invitations to shift. Awareness is the first step toward momentum in your art career.
What You’re Not Doing: 7 Mistakes Artists Make Read
After a career in law enforcement, Jennifer Steck turned to painting—and quickly saw what was missing in the art world. So she built it.
Artburst Studios is part pop-up show, part connection hub, and fully focused on supporting working artists. With just 22 total days of sales over three years, it has helped more than 80 artists sell over $174,000 of art—all while fostering visibility, relationships, and mutual support.
Creating Artist-Centered Opportunities with Jennifer Steck (230) Read
Titling your art is more than a finishing touch—it’s a meaningful step in your creative process. In this episode, artist and writing consultant Fran Gardner shares how naming your work gives it independence, reveals deeper insights, and strengthens the connection between artist and viewer.
Discover why titling matters, what it can teach you about your work, and how to approach it with intention and care. A thoughtful conversation every artist should hear.
The Awesome Responsibility of Titling Your Art with Fran Gardner (229) Read
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