35+ Novels With Art and Artists (2025 update)
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!
What You’re Not Doing: 7 Mistakes Artists Make
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.
22 Tactics to Thoughtfully Invite People to Visit Your Art Website (228)
Your website won’t attract visitors just because it’s pretty. You have to invite them—gently, consistently, and with purpose.
In this solo episode, I share 11 smart, doable tactics to get more eyes on your art (plus a link to download all 22). No sleazy tricks—just thoughtful ways to guide people to your digital doorstep and keep your work from staying hidden in the corners of the internet.
5 Timelines To Help You Plan
Planning ahead can make all the difference in your art business.
In this post, I share 5 essential timelines to help you stay organized and reduce last-minute stress. From publishing a blog post to promoting a solo show, updating your website, and following up with contacts—these timelines give you structure so you can focus more on your art. Use them as-is or adapt them to fit your unique workflow.
Comprehensive Guide for Writing an Effective Artist Statement (221)
Writing your artist statement can feel like a big task, but it doesn’t have to be. In this guide, I’ll walk you through simple steps to help you figure out what to say and how to say it.
You’ll get writing prompts, editing advice, and ideas for how to actually use your artist statement once it’s done. Let’s make it easier—and way less intimidating.
The Artist’s Guide to Confident Decision-Making (219)
As an artist, you’re constantly faced with choices—whether to take on a project, collaborate, or invest time in new opportunities.
In this episode of *The Art Biz* and accompanying post, I walk you through a step-by-step decision-making framework designed to help you evaluate opportunities with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn how to prioritize, set boundaries, and trust your choices so you can move forward with certainty in your art career.
