I made a HUGE mistake today. I went to a neat panel Q&A with representatives from Denver newspapers, magazines, and television stations. Then, we did a breakout session to talk about our specific needs (sort of). Anyway, it was at the Chamber of Commerce (I didn’t know this beforehand–long story) and there were about 60-70 […]
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Another recommendation on the print market from one of the comments on the blog:A great book (although I don’t agree with 100% of it) for people who want to investigate the reproduction/print market is "How To Profit In The Art Print Market" by Barney Davey. (P.S. I don’t get any commissions!). Its a great beginning
Book on the Art Print Market Read
Didn’t want this comment from Kenneth Lane Smith to get buried and no one see it so I thought I’d bring it to your attention. The posting was about whether and when to reproduce your work. Along with being a Fine Art Photographer, who prints and sells my own work, I am also a Printmaker.
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Something from Seth Godin’s Blog to think about before you make any cold calls. I have artists email or call me all of the time with questions that were all answered on my website. If only they had taken the time to look, it would have saved us both a lot of time. It’s common
Got this very cool email from Debbie Goodman: . . . I recently used my artist statement as part of a packet of materials I provided to a newspaper reporter who wrote a story about me and my artwork. I wanted to let you know that the techniques I learned from your classes in the
This week’s Art Marketing Action newsletter is all about offering options to build your audience. I don’t have prices on my consulting pages because I realized my clients aren’t all the same. They have different desires and are at different points in “taking the plunge.” So, I talk to them, try to understand what they
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Two stories on NPR this morning backed up the value of shameless self-promotions. 1. The world’s largest pinhole camera obscura.Five artists are transforming a former airplane hangar to create the largest photograph ever. Can you think of a better news story for an artist? 2. The story of Nate Mott.He took a chance and sent
Evidence that Self-Promotion Pays Off Read
Kelly Borsheim wrote months ago with a terrific question. I still don’t have a good answer for it, so I thought I’d throw it out for anyone who can help. What do you way when someone loves your work, praises it, and then, basically says, “I sure hope I win the lottery someday so I
How do you respond when people say they can’t afford your artwork? Read
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.
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