Lisa Call and I are hosting a wine tasting for artists who blog or who are thinking about blogging. It all started with Hugh McLeod (of gapingvoid fame). Date: Wednesday, June 28Time: 6 to 8 p.m. ishLocation: Washington Park, Denver Everyone who attends is asked to bring an appetizer.Wine provided by South African Stormhoek vineyard. […]
Wine Tasting in Denver for Artists Who Blog Read
Terri L. West sent me this funny site for "automatic" artist statements. I seem to recall something similar going around the CAA years ago, but it’s more fun online. If you’re REALLY serious about writing a REAL statement (and you should be), read these articles or let me know if you need some help.
Last month, Beth Turner mentioned in one of our telegatherings that she keeps an “I Did It!” list. Instead of crossing things off on her task list and losing them forever, she moves them to a list of accomplishments so she can see clearly everything she has done. What a fantastic idea! Coach Cynthia Morris
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I’m sure the gods have a lot more to teach me throughout this process, but, for now, here’s what I’ve learned: Get rid of all the crap you can live without. Do it now. Do not wait until you move. I’m going to try to do this at least twice a year and I don’t
A Few Lessons I Learned from Moving Read
In order to own your goal . . . Make it specific with as many details as you can muster. Don’t forget the deadlines. Write it down. Post it where you can see it. Tell someone. Anyone. The mere act of saying it out loud helps to make it real. See more on goals below
When you’re writing down your goals for your art career and business, consider these areas: Production (# of artworks you make) Quality (improvement in your work) Exhibitions (festivals, galleries, museums, local, another city . . . ) Teaching Assignments (classes, workshops, demonstrations, institutions) Leadership Roles (arts or community organizations) Published Work (newspapers, magazines, books) Writing
Oh, boy, how do other people do this?! This might be the longest move (three miles down the road) in history. It seems like I’ve been packing and unpacking for two weeks and it has only been about half that time. This is what remains of my office. But I can’t wait to show you
ArtBizCoach.com Offices are Moving Read
I was working today with an artist on her marketing plan when this dilemma was brought up: I had always assumed or been told that a high demand for original works is what drives the creation of reproductions. In other words, if you are selling everything you make or if you have one extremely popular
When do you reproduce your artwork? Read
Everyone knows that goals are important for career and business success. So we write them out, post them on the wall and hope they come true. If you want to get real about your goals–REALLY real–you’ll take the time to figure out how you’re going to do it. As a start, break down your goal
Reach Your Specific Goal for Art Sales Read
I have the coolest clients. They send me gifts! This beautiful pendant is from Sarah Davison of Tulsa, Oklahoma. It says “ART” in large letters and has the signatures of famous artists in the background. It couldn’t be more appropriate. Thanks, Sarah! (I can’t wait for her to get a website so I can send
A Pendant Just for Art Lovers Read
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