The word “artist” conjures a certain romantic picture in many people’s minds. An artist is creative, expressive, and perhaps a little bit eccentric😊. Artists are often seen as free spirits…

When it comes to building a successful art business, patience and consistency are essential. It’s natural to want that one transformative action or breakthrough moment to skyrocket your art career….

In the art world, the relationship between artists and galleries can sometimes feel complex, with a perception that galleries hold more power. It’s true that galleries act as gatekeepers, selecting…

I recently received an interesting query from an artist, Kendra, who is focused on wildlife art. “I am very interested in learning how to market specifically to people who love…

  One of the most common questions I get from artists is, “How do I know when I’m ready to approach galleries?” It’s a valid concern—taking the leap from creating…

Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with a group of art students at a university about the gallery and art business. During the Q&A session, one of the students…

Managing cash flow successfully is one of the greatest challenges for any small business. It is a particularly difficult issue for artists and galleries where sales often spike and dip. Artwork doesn’t tend to sell in regular patterns, and because of the high value of many pieces of artwork, when sales do occur they often cause a real spike in an artist’s or gallery’s income.

This irregular cash flow can cause logistical (and emotional!) problems for those of us in the art business. I would like to share a few things I’ve learned over the years about managing cash flow in the hopes that my experience might help make you a better manager of your cash flow.