Why You Should Never Judge a Potential Art Buyer: Lessons from a Gallery Owner
As artists and gallery owners, we all want to make sales. We work hard to promote our art, create a welcoming environment, and connect with potential buyers. But when…
How to Keep Your Brain Sharp: Lessons from Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s Keep Sharp
How to Keep Your Brain Sharp: Lessons from Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s Keep Sharp I usually talk about the art business, galleries, and the creative world, but today, I want…
6 Pernicious Myths About Selling Art (And Why You Should Ignore Them)
As an artist, you’re bound to come across a lot of advice—some helpful, some not so much—about how the art world operates. Whether from social media, fellow artists, or even…
A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte – A look at Georges Seurat’s masterpiece and its predecessor
“Art is harmony. Harmony is the analogy of contrary and of similar elements of tone, of color and of line, conditioned by the dominate key, and under the influence of…
Collective Wisdom | The Artists Who Won’t Go Away While I’m Trying to Sell
On RedDotBlog, we’ve often talked about different scenarios in which you might be trying to sell your work. For many of you the opportunity will come at an open studio…
5 Common Mistakes Artists Make That Hinder Their Sales and How to Avoid Them
As an art gallery owner since 2001, I’ve had the pleasure of interacting with countless artists, each driven by a desire to share their creative work and, of course,…
Video: Ask a Gallery Owner: Are there Certain Sizes you Recommend?
In this week’s session I answer a question from Darryl in Utah: “Are there certain sizes you would recommend to offer galleries that are better to ship in reference to…
Artists – How do You Organize Your Creativity?
I’m a busy guy. I own and run a successful Scottsdale gallery, blog and share videos related to the art business, am a husband and father of four, and strive…
Ask a Gallery Owner: Is it Important to Work in Series?
Artists frequently ask me if they should work in series. I recently received the following question:
Is it important for your artwork to be in “a series”. I have a few different styles I like to work in my paintings (from bright/multi-colored to abstract/dark to light/muted). What do galleries like to see in artist’s portfolios?
Kirsten Reed
If you’ve been reading this blog for long, you know that I’m a huge advocate of seeking consistency in your artwork, especially work you are going to be presenting to galleries or potential buyers.
5 Essential Financial Strategies Every Artist Should Master for a Thriving Art Business
As an art gallery owner, I work closely with artists and often see firsthand the challenges they face in managing the business side of their careers. While creativity is at…