Finishing a piece of art is just the beginning! This list guides you through essential post-creation tasks, including signing, documenting, photographing, and organizing your work.
Follow these 12 steps to ensure your artwork is properly archived, protected, and seen by the right audience.
12 Steps to Take After Completing Your Artwork Read
I have been concerned about artists’ legacies and what they are doing to prepare themselves and their loved ones for their passing. What happens to the work and the records after they’re gone?
David Paul Bayles tells us what his professional archives consist of, including his photos, writings, records, and audio files. He also gives us insight into the process of negotiating with an institution to preserve his work.
As you listen, pay careful attention to all of the people David has connected with along the way. His story is one of finding and nurturing connections.
Confronting your professional legacy with David Paul Bayles (15) Read
Sometimes we get sloppy and forget that everything we do and say around our work affects how others perceive it. You teach people how to treat you and your art. Make sure you’re sending the right signals. Here are 16 things to consider.
16 Ways to Demonstrate Your Art Has Value Read
When you decide to turn your art into a business, separate your financial records. Open a business checking account, order a credit or debit card, keep separate files, and be diligent about tracking your expenses.
Separate Your Business from Your Personal Finances Read
Are the titles of your artworks working for you? Do they help people relate to your art? Do they at least cause viewers to stop and think, “Hmmm . . . I wonder what that means”? There are five very good reasons for spending time on your titles.
5 Reasons to Title Your Art Read
Future generations have no idea what your intent was in making a piece of art. You have to spell it out if it isn’t obvious. If you want your work preserved in a museum one day, make a conservator happy. Keep notes about your working materials, techniques, and intent.
Conservation of Your Artwork: Intent and Keeping Records Read
Do artists need both financial software and inventory software? Or is there a single solution that can do everything? I think you need both, but I’m willing to be proved wrong. Share your thoughts.
Deep Thought Thursday: Bookkeeping and Other Sexy Subjects Read
