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…
Jason Featured on the Spiritual Artist Podcast
In this engaging podcast, host CJ Miller sits down with Jason Horejs, the seasoned gallery owner of Xanadu Gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona, and the art business educator behind the…
Between Land and Sea: The Artistic Voyage of Kathleen Van Lieu
In the tapestry of contemporary art, Kathleen Van Lieu weaves a vivid narrative, one rooted in the intricate dance between the human spirit and the natural world. Her oeuvre serves…
Recording: Interview with Gail Levin | Author of Lee Krasner: A Biography
If you haven’t had a chance to read Gail Levin’s book about Lee Krasner, I would highly recommend it. I would like to thank Ms. Levin again for sharing her…
AI is coming for your job: artists need not apply
I read several recent articles about OpenAI’s DALL-E 2, an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can create realistic images and art from a text description prompt. Example images are stunning….
RedDot Artist Profile: Lisa Snow Lady
Inspiration What is it that we find so captivating about flowers? Is it their beauty, simplicity, or how they remind us of the natural cycles of life? For artist Lisa…