What would compel you to become a member of an artist organization? What benefits are you seeking? What kind of leadership are you looking for? What would make you write a check and join up?
What would make you open your wallet? < Deep Thought Thursday Read
Facebook wants to categorize your business page and, as with most things on Facebook, it isn’t intuitive what you should select. In 3 short steps, you’ll find the Artist category.
You ARE an Artist – Even on Facebook Read
While it would be nice for your contact list to be stored in a single database, life doesn’t usually work out that neatly. I share how my contact lists are stored among three different platforms: 2 on my computer and 1 online.
Storing Your Contact Lists Read
Accomplishing a lot of work is easier and more pleasant when you have the right tools and systems in place. I thought I’d share with you two of my favorite productivity tools: 1Password and Evernote. Whatever tools you choose to increase your productivity, don’t get caught up in the technology. Make sure they are easy to use, quick to learn, and aren’t more complicated than what you need.
2 of My Favorite Productivity Tools Read
The new edition of I’d Rather Be in the Studio will be out in April, but you can pre-purchase it now and receive the e-book, the hard copy as soon as it’s released, and a 1-month trial membership to the Artist Conspiracy.
NEW Edition Pre-Sale of I'd Rather Be in the Studio Read
On a couple of different days, I asked my Twitter followers what art-related book they were reading or had recently read. They’re responses enticed me to my second Kindle purchase. Keep reading to find out what I selected and what is next on my list.
What Artists Are Reading Now Read
Every artist thinking of applying for a grant should own a copy of Gigi Rosenberg’s recently published The Artist’s Guide to Grant Writing. Gigi’s writing is warm and accessible. She weaves her personal story and experiences into a text that could be terribly dry. It’s not. Gigi makes you believe you can do this. And she gives you the tools to get down to work.
Don’t Write a Grant Proposal Without This Book Read
Lisa Call recently replaced PayPal “Buy It Now” buttons with an E-junkie shopping cart for selling artwork on her art website: lisacall.com. She tells you why she made the switch in this guest post.
Eight Reasons to Use an E-junkie Shopping Cart Read
Ariane Goodwin, founder of the smARTist Telesummit, is on a mission: To help artists bridge the gap between making art and making a living. She discusses this topic with me on a free call and recording.
Earning a Living as an Artist Read
Join us and read the new biography of Leo Castelli. We’re reading together and sharing our insights on Twitter.
Artists Book Club on Twitter Starts June 21 Read
