Pricing Artwork: Why Round Numbers Work Best
One of the trickiest parts of an art career isn’t the painting, sculpting, or creating—it’s deciding what to write on the price tag. Many artists use square-inch pricing as their…
Are Juried Online Shows Worth It?
Every artist knows the thrill of an acceptance email: “Congratulations, your work has been selected…” That rush of validation can make juried shows tempting. In recent years, online and hybrid…
The Limited vs. Open Edition Debate
Few questions stir more debate among artists than whether to sell limited or open editions of prints and photographs. Both approaches carry benefits and drawbacks, and both can work in…
Should You Say Yes to Art Shows in Community Venues?
Every artist faces the question at some point: is it worth showing my work in a community venue, like a library or civic building? The opportunity seems straightforward—empty walls, willing…
Pricing Artwork with Complex Variables
Pricing is one of those topics I return to again and again—and will continue to revisit in the future. It’s one of the most common questions artists wrestle with, and…
Carrie and I are Heading to Florence – Any Tips?
From October 6–21, Carrie and I will be traveling with her parents and sister to Italy. We’ll be staying just outside Florence near the village of Montespertoli, tucked into a…
Striking While the Iron Is Hot: Following Up After a Successful Show
The close of a show or open studio often feels like a finish line. You’ve poured time and energy into preparing, displayed your work, met people, and (hopefully) made sales….
Gift Buyers Are Collectors in Disguise
Every so often, someone steps into a gallery or booth and says, “I’m looking for a gift.” It’s tempting to downshift in that moment, to think of this as a…
Turning “Picky” into Productive: Managing Commissions with Detail-Oriented Clients
Every artist who takes commissions eventually meets the “detail-oriented” client. They notice everything, ask for revisions that feel endless, and sometimes make you wonder why you agreed to the project…
Introverts Sell Too: Becoming a Trained Extrovert (for a Few Hours)
One of the most common concerns I hear from artists is, “I’m not a natural salesperson—I’m an introvert.” Many of you thrive in the solitude of the studio, but dread…