Quick Tip: Make a Folder for Images of Art in Client’s Homes
In many of the articles I write on RedDotBlog, I’m asking you to make major life commitments or giving you big marketing strategies. Today I want to invite you to…
Video: Ask a Gallery Owner | Should I Negotiate with Clients in Order to Make Sales?
In this week’s session I’ll tackle the sometimes tricky question of whether or not negotiating with customers to make a sale is advisable, and, if so, how to negotiate to…
Control Your Time and Become a More Successful Artist
Several months ago, I was on the edge of overload. I had a number of great projects in progress, gallery sales were humming along, and the little things that a…
Collective Wisdom | What to Do with Older, Unsold Artwork
I’m not sure why, but I’ve recently received a lot of questions from artists wondering what to do with older, unsold artwork. Storing old artwork can become a huge challenge,…
Magic Walls | How Some Spaces in My Gallery Sell More Art than Others
Two recent sales both occurred in what I consider to be hotspots in the gallery. What do I mean by “hotspots”? These are areas of the gallery that tend to…
Book Summary: The Age of Voltaire | A History of Civilization in Western Europe from 1715 to 1756
I’m taking a bit of a different turn on the blog today. Alongside art and the art business, I love reading – from artist biographies and art history to a…
From the Woods to the Canvas: The Art of Leanne Hanson
Leanne Hanson has discovered that one of the most significant sources of happiness in life can be found by simply spending time in nature. Whether taking a leisurely stroll with…
Podcast | Finding Success Selling Art on Facebook – An Interview with Robert MacGinnis
Many artists wonder if marketing art on Facebook is a viable strategy. Oregon artist Robert MacGinnis, who describes himself as “old school,” was reluctant to sign up for Facebook when…
Art Market Insights: Reflecting on 2023 and Embracing 2024
At Xanadu Gallery, we’ve been navigating the ebbs and flows of the art market for nearly two and a half decades. The journey through 2023 was as enlightening as it…
Art Sales on Social Media: An Update on Our Progress
In the fall of 2022, I embarked on an ambitious journey into the world of social media advertising. It was uncharted territory for me, a dive into the vast ocean…